Rhys Tagg

WRITER
Rhys Tagg is a music enthusiast passionate about rock and Heavy Metal. Based in London, Rhys is constantly on the lookout for the next exhilarating live performance.

The journey into the world of live music began for Rhys over 22 years ago at a Bowling For Soup gig at the beloved Astoria, and his enthusiasm has only grown since. He has not missed a Download Festival since 2006.

In addition to his love for music, Rhys has a deep interest in horror and true crime and enjoys football. Although relatively new to the published writing sphere, Rhys will be contributing reviews and insight into the music scene here at MetalTalk.

Halestorm / Arejay & Josh Talk New Album And Festival Ambitions

Interviews
Halestorm’s Arejay Hale and Josh Smith sit down with MetalTalk above the iconic Gibson Garage to talk all things Everest, life on tour with Iron Maiden, and their ambitions to one day headline the UK’s biggest rock festivals. From songwriting insights to backstage stories, this is a candid look at Halestorm in their boldest era yet.

Shinedown / An Intimate Acoustic Evening With Brent Smith and Zach Myers

Gig Reviews
Shinedown / An Intimate Acoustic Evening saw Brent Smith and Zach Myers light up Islington Assembly Hall with raw emotion, heartfelt stories, and stripped-down performances that gave fans a rare and powerful glimpse into the soul of their music.

All The Damn Vampires: Creeper Take Over KOKO With Sanguivore Spectacle

Gig Reviews
On a sun-drenched Camden day, goths descended on KOKO for Creeper’s full Sanguivore set. Exclusive merch, eerie theatrics, and the reveal of Sanguivore II made this an unforgettable night of gothic horror and live music mastery.

Wednesday 13 Celebrates 20 Years With Mid Death Crisis And A Fiery New Chapter

Interviews
Interview: Wednesday 13 talks Mid Death Crisis, 20 years of Transylvania 90210, life on tour, and staying inspired with horror, humour, and rock 'n' roll fire.

Those Damn Crows / Midweek Chart Toppers Bring Genuine HMV Instore Joy

News
Those Damn Crows top the UK Top 40 Midweek Album Chart, brought genuine joy to fans at HMV Oxford Street with a heartfelt acoustic set and album signing. Words And Photography: @zombierocker86 @thosedamncrows @earacherecords

Ronnie Huxford – The Wrestling Tapes From Out Of Nowhere

Interviews
Those Damn Crows: Ronnie Huxford gets candid on wrestling fandom, AEW, WWE's Triple H era, CM Punk, and dream matches in The Wrestling Tapes From Out Of Nowhere. Interview: @zombierocker86 Photo: @robert_sutton_photography @ronniehuxford @thosedamncrows

Those Damn Crows / 100 Club A Sold Out Crow-ded House

Gig Reviews
Gig Review: Those Damn Crows - The 100 Club. Tight quarters, so no room for an encore. But this show was a flawless crescendo of passion and rock 'n' roll magic Words: @zombierocker86 Photography: @rdh.photography @thosedamncrows @100clublondon @jamesbrunerofficial

Those Damn Crows Return With Explosive New Album God Shaped Hole

Metal Reviews
Those Damn Crows unleash emotional and high-energy anthems on new album God Shaped Hole. A hard rock triumph, this is authentic, powerful, and arena-ready. Words: @zombierocker86 Photo: @robert_sutton_photography @earacherecords @thosedamncrows

Ronnie Huxford On The Rise Of Those Damn Crows

Interviews
Ronnie Huxford talks Those Damn Crows rise, emotional new album God Shaped Hole, the UK club tour, and his creative process. And No Surrender as wrestling intro. Interview: @zombierocker86 @ronniehuxford @thosedamncrows @earacherecords

Eric Bass Steps Into The Spotlight With Debut I Had A Name

News
Shinedown’s Eric Bass debuts his solo album I Had A Name, a powerful rock opera exploring deep themes with layered storytelling. Hear his bold new sound now! Words: @zombierocker86 @ebassprod @shinedown
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Rhys Tagg

WRITER
Rhys Tagg is a music enthusiast passionate about rock and Heavy Metal. Based in London, Rhys is constantly on the lookout for the next exhilarating live performance.

The journey into the world of live music began for Rhys over 22 years ago at a Bowling For Soup gig at the beloved Astoria, and his enthusiasm has only grown since. He has not missed a Download Festival since 2006.

In addition to his love for music, Rhys has a deep interest in horror and true crime and enjoys football. Although relatively new to the published writing sphere, Rhys will be contributing reviews and insight into the music scene here at MetalTalk.
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