Paul Hutchings

WRITER / PHOTOGRAPHER
Paul's first three gigs were when he was 12. Saxon, Thin Lizzy and UFO made him a Metal Head for life. He has written for over a decade for numerous sites, including Moshville Times, Powerplay Magazine and The Razors Edge.

Paul now reviews, interviews and photographs for MetalTalk, with occasional work for other sites. He is part of The Miserable Metal Mind Podcast and in-house tog at The Patriot – The Home Of Rock, Crumlin, South Wales, as well as the main photographer for Cross Border Music Group.

He often says his favourite band is Rush, followed by Opeth and Motörhead.
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Robin Trower Captures Lightning Live On One Moment In Time: Live In The USA

Metal Reviews
Album Review: Robin Trower. One Moment In Time: Live In The USA delivers raw blues brilliance across 14 tracks capturing the guitar legend’s finest live moments

Epica, Amaranthe And Charlotte Wessels Bring spectacular visuals to Bristol

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Epica, Amaranthe, and Charlotte Wessels deliver a theatrical night at Bristol Beacon on the Arcane Dimensions tour. Symphonic Metal at its most spectacular.

Megadeth / Dave Mustaine On Farewell Album And 40 Years Of Metal

Interviews
Dave Mustaine opens up about Megadeth’s farewell album, Behind The Mask documentary, and four decades of Thrash Metal history. From songwriting to legacy and what’s next, this is Mustaine at his most reflective.

Megadeth / The Final Album Explored In Revealing Behind The Mask Film

Metal Reviews
Megadeth’s final album gets a powerful send-off in Behind The Mask, a revealing documentary that dives into the band’s legacy, shifting lineups, and Dave Mustaine’s personal vision for their last studio release.

Elles Bailey Talks New Album, Life On Tour And Letting Go Of Imposter Syndrome

Interviews
Elles Bailey talks about her powerful new album Can’t Take My Story Away, life on the road, healing through music, and shedding imposter syndrome in this candid interview.

Elles Bailey / Can’t Take My Story Away Is A Career-Defining, Perfect Album

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Album Review: Can’t Take My Story Away reveals Elles Bailey at her finest, delivering a powerful, genre-blending album that defines her musical legacy.

Iotunn – Waves Over Copenhell: A Live Album That Proves This Band Is Something Special

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Album Review: Waves Over Copenhell. Iotunn prove they’re something special. A powerful, Melodic Death Metal live album that showcases their true potential.

Mother Vulture Nail Their Signature Chaos On New Album Cartoon Violence

Metal Reviews
Mother Vulture nail their signature chaos on new album Cartoon Violence. A genre-smashing, high-energy release packed with raw riffs, punk spirit, and pure intensity.

Kreator / Krushers Of The World: Teutonic Thrash Veterans Still Crushing In 2026

Metal Reviews
Album review: Krushers Of The World sees Kreator fusing classic Teutonic Thrash Metal with anthemic modern power—proof the veterans still dominate in 2026.

Paul Hutchings / From King Kraken To Stonedead: A 2025 Metal Year Full Of Highs

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Paul Hutchings reflects on an unforgettable 2025, packed with live music highs and emotional moments. From King Kraken’s explosive rise to standout UK Metal festivals like Stonedead, Steelhouse, and Arctangent, it was a year that pushed limits and celebrated the power of heavy music.
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Paul Hutchings

WRITER / PHOTOGRAPHER
Paul's first three gigs were when he was 12. Saxon, Thin Lizzy and UFO made him a Metal Head for life. He has written for over a decade for numerous sites, including Moshville Times, Powerplay Magazine and The Razors Edge.

Paul now reviews, interviews and photographs for MetalTalk, with occasional work for other sites. He is part of The Miserable Metal Mind Podcast and in-house tog at The Patriot – The Home Of Rock, Crumlin, South Wales, as well as the main photographer for Cross Border Music Group.

He often says his favourite band is Rush, followed by Opeth and Motörhead.
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