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 and Musipedia of Metal, with occasional work for other sites.

Paul is part of The Miserable Metal Mind Podcast and in-house tog at The Patriot – The Home of Rock, Crumlin, South Wales. He often says his favourite band is Rush, followed by Opeth and Motörhead.

Fiery return as Slayer’s Kerry King rises from Hell

Album Review: Kerry King. New album From Hell I Rise thrills with fierce Thrash Metal, showcasing a star-studded lineup and relentless energy. A fiery return. Words: @hutchie224 @kerrykingmusic @reigningphoenixmusicofficial

Toledo Steel And The Rattlebacks Whip Rock Fuel Rock Club

Gig Review: April 18, 2024: Tailgunner headlines a stellar night at Fuel Rock Club, Cardiff, with Toledo Steel and The Rattlebacks also shining. Read the review. Words And Photography: @hutchie224 @toledosteelband @the_rattlebacks @fuelcardiff

Tailgunner / UK Metal Sensations Are Frantic In Cardiff

Gigi Review: Tailgunner ignites Cardiff with a fiery show at Fuel Rock Club, showcasing tracks from Guns For Hire and proving their mettle on stage. Explosive. Words And Photography: @hutchie224 @tailgunnerhq @fuelcardiff

Aaron Bond / The Independent Spirit Of When Rivers Meet

Join Aaron Bond of When Rivers Meet as he discusses his recovery, exciting tour plans, and the thrill of independent rock music! Interview: @hutchie224 @whenriversmeet

Night King / Inferno A Bold Blend Of Heavy And Power Metal

Album Review: Night King - Inferno. Blending Heavy and Power Metal. Despite vocal challenges, it offers a bold and unique musical journey. Overall, Inferno works reasonably well. Words: @Hutchie224 @nightking_band

Moshing The Roof On Festival 2024 – Thrash Metal For Shelter

Festival Review: Moshing The Roof On Festival 2024 at Derby's Hairy Dog on April 13 raises money for Shelter with top UK Thrash Metal acts including Imperium. Words And Photography: @hutchie224 @ukthrashers @thrasherwolfofficial

Lee Aaron / Canada’s Metal Queen Continues To Surprise

Album Review: Lee Aaron: Tattoo Me reimagines classics with a twist. From Zeppelin to Hole, her smoky vocals and fresh takes breathe new life into old favorites. Words: @hutchie224 @leeaaron.music @metalvillerecords

Interview: Lee Aaron Dives Into Covers On Tattoo Me

Interview: Lee Aaron - Tattoo Me features unique covers from Fleetwood Mac to Led Zeppelin, showcasing her interpretation of classic hits with a twist. Interview: @hutchie224 @leeaaron.music @metalvillerecords

PantheĂŻst Reignite Doom Metal At Newports The Pit

Gig Review: PantheĂŻst - The Drowning - Phantom Droid - The Pit at McCanns Rock Bar, Newport - 22 March 2024. Finally a soupcon of recognition for years of hard work. Words And Photography: @hutchie224 @pantheistband @drowningwales @phantom_droid_band

Coffin Storm / The Feisty Doom-tinged Metal Of Arcana Rising

Album Review: Coffin Storm – Arcana Rising (Peaceville). A work of many years, Coffin Storm's debut is an album that every fan of Doom-tinged Metal should hear. Words: @hutchie224 @coffin_storm @peacevillerecords

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 and Musipedia of Metal, with occasional work for other sites.

Paul is part of The Miserable Metal Mind Podcast and in-house tog at The Patriot – The Home of Rock, Crumlin, South Wales. He often says his favourite band is Rush, followed by Opeth and Motörhead.

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