Mark Rotherham

WRITER
Mark Rotherham has been writing for MetalTalk since 2020. His day job is as a nurse, but he loves reviewing great music for MetalTalk and occasionally interviewing amazing musicians. In his spare time, he also writes books.


A published author, Mark has written a trilogy about a fictional Heavy Metal band called Cold Steel under the pen name Rick Brindle.

Interview / From Elf To The Rods: David ‘Rock’ Feinstein Reflects On A Lifetime Of Heavy Metal

David 'Rock' Feinstein discusses his journey from Elf to The Rods, the new album Wild Dogs Unchained, and decades of Heavy Metal passion.

The Rods / Classic Metal Roars Back In New Album Wild Dogs Unchained

The Rods are an old-school American Metal band who raged hard and heavy in the early '80s, disbanded in 1986, but then reformed in 2008, and started releasing new material from 2011....

Honeymoon Suite Return With New Album Wake Me Up When The Sun Goes Down

Canadian rockers Honeymoon Suite return with Wake Me Up When The Sun Goes Down, a melodic, blues-tinged album proving their timeless musical power.

Black Sabbath’s 20 Greatest Songs – Ranked!

From Sabbath Bloody Sabbath to Children of the Sea, discover the definitive ranking of the Top 20 Black Sabbath songs ranked and why each track still matters.

Ritchie Blackmore’s Rainbow 20 Greatest Songs – Ranked!

Rainbow may have disbanded by the time I got into Heavy Metal in the mid-'80s, but their music left a lasting impact.From Dio’s epic storytelling to Joe Lynn Turner's arena-ready anthems, here’s my personal ranking of the top 20 Rainbow songs that prove the band’s ever-changing lineup never dimmed their brilliance.

Mr Lordi on Shock Rock, Monster Costumes and London Return

As the monsters of Metal prepare to storm London, Mr Lordi opens up about Lordi’s legacy of shock rock, the evolution of their signature monster costumes, and the band’s highly anticipated return to Islington Assembly Hall. With their new album Limited Deadition roaring through the speakers, fans can expect a night of theatrical chaos, '80s-flavoured heavy metal, and unapologetic mayhem. Interview: Mark Rotherham @lordiofficial

Laurenne/Louhimo – The Powerful ’80s-Infused Metal Of Falling Through Stars

Finnish vocalists Noora Louhimo and Netta Laurenne drop Falling Through Stars on April 18, 2025—an '80s-inspired metal album blending radio rock with a fierce modern edge.

Mr Lordi Unmasked: Monsters In Vogue With Melting Balls

MetalTalk chats with Lordi frontman Mr Lordi about Finland's Metal obsession, Eurovision memories and why monsters ended up modeling for Vogue. Interview: Mark Rotherham @lordiofficial Cover Photo: @manuela_langotsch_music_photos

Bonfire Ignite New Heights with Higher Ground

Album review: Bonfire. Higher Ground delivers classic riffs, powerful vocals, and a heavier edge. A must-hear for fans of '80s Metal with a fresh modern twist. Words: Mark Rotherham @bonfire_official @frontiersmusicsrl

Find Me / Nightbound A Stunning Revival Of ’80s AOR Rock

Find Me returns with Nightbound, a powerful blend of '80s AOR rock. Featuring songs by Jim Petrik, this album is a hit for classic rock lovers. Words: Mark Rotherham @frontiersmusicsrl

Mark Rotherham

WRITER
Mark Rotherham has been writing for MetalTalk since 2020. His day job is as a nurse, but he loves reviewing great music for MetalTalk and occasionally interviewing amazing musicians. In his spare time, he also writes books.


A published author, Mark has written a trilogy about a fictional Heavy Metal band called Cold Steel under the pen name Rick Brindle.
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