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.

Larry Wallis / Hidden Gems Unearthed In Fine Collection Of The Original Motörhead Guitarist

Larry Wallis – Police Car – The Anthology - Hidden gems unearthed in fine collection of songs by the original Motörhead guitarist.Words: @Hutchie224 @officialmotorhead @cleopatrarecords

The Brilliance Of Preacher Stone And Tom Killner At The Patriot

Gig Review: The magic of Southern rock and blues as Preacher Stone and Tom Killner light up The Patriot, Crumlin. This is a double act to die for. Words And Photography: @hutchie224 @preacher_stone @tomkillner @patriothomeofrock

Barbarian Hermit / Mean Sugar Is A Heavy Riff Odyssey

Album Review: Barbarian Hermit - Mean Sugar delivers crushing riffs and gravel-throated vocals. Released by APF Records on 2 August. A must-hear for Metal fans.

Catch Hillbilly Vegas Live In The UK: New EP Long Way Back Released

Review: Hillbilly Vegas - Long Way Back. The perfect summer soundtrack. Six tracks of infectious, groove-ridden rock with a country twist. On tour this week. Words: @hutchie224 @hillbillyvegas @conquest_music_ltd

Bloodstock 2024: Celebrate Lemmy Kilmister At UK’s Ultimate Heavy Metal Festival

The UK's premier Heavy Metal festival is back with a stacked lineup, exclusive Lemmy Kilmister tribute, and non-stop entertainment at Catton Park. Don't miss out! Words: @hutchie224 @bloodstockopenair #BOA24

The Day Of Wreckoning: South Wales Metal 2 The Masses Final At The Patti Pavilion

The Day Of Wreckoning: South Wales Metal 2 The Masses Final At The Patti Pavilion. Root Zero who take the win, and head to Bloodstock in just over a month. Words and Photography: @hutchie224 #m2tmwales @m2tmofficial @verletzenbm @thrakian_official @confessions_of_a_serial_killer @killbymouth @ritestoruin @rootzero_official @slvrbrn @mother_vulture @discharge.official @pattipavilionswansea

Kryptos / Pioneers Of Indian Metal Release New Album Decimator

Album Review: Kryptos, India's Metal spearhead, unveil Decimator on July 5, 2024. Discover their Thrash and traditional Metal influences in this new album. Words: @hutchie224 @kryptosindia @afm.records

Orange Goblin / Metal Institution Threaten Career Best With Latest Album

Album Review: Orange Goblin - A triumphant return with Science, Not Fiction delivers Heavy Metal mastery and creative evolution, solidifying a legendary status. Words: @hutchie224 @orangegoblinofficial @peacevillerecords

Preacher Stone Opens Up About New Album V and Overcoming a Challenging Year

Preacher Stone shares insights on their new album "V," dealing with personal loss, and their return to the UK stage. An intimate look at their journey. Interview: @hutchie224 @preacherstone

200 Stab Wounds / Ripping Up Trees In Manual Manic Procedures

Album Review. 200 Stab Wounds – Manual Manic Procedures (Metal Blade Records). Cleveland quartet throw a few curve balls in ferocious second album release. Words: @hutchie224 @200stabwounds @metalbladerecords

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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