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.

Foo Fighters / Intimate London Set Hits Like A Nostalgic Riot

Gig Reviews
Foo Fighters ignite O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire in intimate London set that hits like a nostalgic riot. Classic singalongs, new songs, and a blistering Everlong.

Avatar / Sparks Fly at Exhibition White City Valentine’s Day Performance

Gig Reviews
Gig Review: Avatar - Sparks flew at Exhibition White City as London show was cut short by technical failure and evacuation ending the Valentine’s Day spectacle

Silver Scream Con London: Inside The Horror Convention

News
MetalTalk at Silver Scream Con London, the UK horror convention where fans, film stars, and musicians united for a weekend of macabre panels, cosplay, and chaos

Bowling For Soup Celebrate 31 Years With Epic Wembley Show Full Of Heart, Hits & Pyro

Gig Reviews
Gig review: Bowling For Soup rocked OVO Arena Wembley with pyro, deep cuts, fan love, and pop-punk spirit in a 31st anniversary show to remember.

Creeper / Year Of The Vampire, A Horror Triumph At OVO Arena Wembley

Gig Reviews
At OVO Arena Wembley, Creeper owned the stage in a horror-fueled finale to the Year of the Vampire, blending theatrics, power vocals, and pit-stirring energy.

Ice Nine Kills / Wembley Goes To The Slaughter: A Bloody Work Of Art

Gig Reviews
Wembley was drenched in blood and screams as Ice Nine Kills closed their tour with A Bloody Work of Art, a cinematic horror concert packed with gore and chaos.

Nothing More / Carnal Nature World Tour Roars To Life At O2 Forum Kentish Town

Gig Reviews
Gig Review: The Nothing More Carnal Nature World Tour roared through O2 Forum Kentish Town with raw emotion, massive energy, and unforgettable metal moments.

Delilah Bon / A Glitter‑stained Act Of Defiance At O2 Academy Islington

Gig Reviews
Gig Review: Delilah Bon brought glitter, rage, and feminist punk power to O2 Academy Islington in a defiant set that was a glitter‑stained celebration of resistance.

Halestorm / Joe Hottinger On Everest, Climbing Chaos, Craft And Connection

Interviews
Halestorm. Joe Hottinger opens up on the Everest tour, balancing chaos, craft, and connection in a raw, revealing interview on rock, risk, and evolution.

The Offspring / Supercharged At The O2 Arena

Gig Reviews
Gig Review: The Offspring tore through The O2 Arena with their Supercharged Tour 2025, delivering punk-fueled chaos, nostalgia, and major London gig news.
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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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