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.

Scene Queen / O2 Forum Kentish Town taken by Pure Pink Bimbocore Force

Gig Reviews
Gig Review: O2 Forum Kentish Town was transformed into riot of sparkle, fur, and unapologetic femininity as American Bimbocore icon Scene Queen took over North London

Ice Nine Kills Present Silver Scream Con London

News
Ice Nine Kills launch horror convention in the UK with Silver Scream Con London at Marble Arch's Cumberland Hotel over 13-14 December. Plus A Work Of Art tour.

Bloodstock Festival 2025: The Sunday Review

Festivals
Gojira delivered the most upending display of Metal mastery in their Sunday Bloodstock 2025 headline set, rounding off what was possibly the best year of the festival yet.

Bloodstock Festival 2025: The Saturday Review

Festivals
The excitement for Bloodstock's sold-out Saturday headliner, Machine Head, was matched only by the sheer volume of Industrial Metal icons at Bloodstock 2025.

Bloodstock Festival 2025: The Friday Review

Festivals
With the perfect festival weather making it easy to bounce out of our tents in the morning, Friday at Bloodstock 2025 began in high spirits with immediate circle pits for Shrapnel's Main Stage opening set, and finished drenched in Trivium's addictive blend of rock spirit and vicious Metal riffs.

Bloodstock Festival 2025: The Thursday Review

Festivals
Dead Flesh, Fourway Kill, Gnome, All For Metal, Robbed Zombie and Me And That Man bring in Bloodstock 2025 with a barking, riff-heavenly, outrageous, bluesy bang.

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.
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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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