Steve Ritchie

EDITOR
Steve Ritchie is the editor of MetalTalk, Europe's leading independent Heavy Metal news publication. He has been instrumental in shaping the publication's style and presentation in recent years, focusing on quality journalism without resorting to clickbait.


Under his leadership, MetalTalk has covered numerous live events and conducted high-profile interviews with bands like Halestorm, Alter Bridge, and The Darkness.

Professionally, Steve is a tech geek, but he loves music, especially live music. If he is not playing, then watching with his camera is an acceptable alternative. Steve uses Fuji X system cameras.

Steve has contributed to many gig reviews and interviews. His editorial work and his team have helped MetalTalk become a respected source in the Metal Music scene​.
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Director Wes Orshoski tells MetalTalk about the nine-year journey behind Di'Anno: Iron Maiden's Lost Singer, and the toll it took on both men.

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Blue Nation talk riffs, critics, unforgettable gigs, guilty pleasures and why they would rather confuse critics than bore people in The MetalTalk Lowdown.

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Massive Wagons frontman Baz Mills on Aldi cream cakes, surviving a gig with no voice, and why he'd rather have royalties than recognition. The MetalTalk Lowdown

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Airforce's Chop Pitman reflects on his lifelong friendship with Steve Harris, Iron Maiden's earliest days, and the honour of playing EDDFEST at Knebworth.
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The Rock Orchestra / Fire, Strings And Pyrotechnics: Inside Arenas Of Fire

The Rock Orchestra talk fire, pyrotechnics and symphonic Metal ahead of their landmark Arenas Of Fire UK and Ireland arena tour this October.

Wirriekow Debut With Dark, Myth-Driven EP Canticle Of The Moonshade Realm

Wirriekow pay tribute to the classic Swedish Metal sound on their debut concept EP Canticle of the Moonshade Realm.

Andrew Freeman / Loyalty, Last In Line And The Road Ahead With Dio Rules

Interview: Andrew Freeman on Jimmy Bain, two years of silence from Last In Line, Vinny Appice's interviews and why DIO Rules is where his focus now sits.

The Custodian: Andrew Freeman On Dio Rules, Last In Line And Honouring Ronnie James Dio

Singer Andrew Freeman talks DIO Rules, sixteen years with Last In Line and what it really means to honour Ronnie James Dio without becoming him.
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Elegant Weapons / Ronnie Romero On Evolution, The Album That Redefines The Band’s Sound

Interivew: Elegant Weapons / Ronnie Romero - Evolution. Redefining the band's sound, the creative process, energy and musical growth shaping this standout album.

Ronnie Romero Talks Backbone, Classic Rock Influences And Musical Chemistry

Interview: Ronnie Romero. Backbone, classic rock influences and musical chemistry with iconic guitarists. Plus his approach to songwriting and performing.

Steve Ritchie

EDITOR
Steve Ritchie is the editor of MetalTalk, Europe's leading independent Heavy Metal news publication. He has been instrumental in shaping the publication's style and presentation in recent years, focusing on quality journalism without resorting to clickbait.


Under his leadership, MetalTalk has covered numerous live events and conducted high-profile interviews with bands like Halestorm, Alter Bridge, and The Darkness.

Professionally, Steve is a tech geek, but he loves music, especially live music. If he is not playing, then watching with his camera is an acceptable alternative. Steve uses Fuji X system cameras.

Steve has contributed to many gig reviews and interviews. His editorial work and his team have helped MetalTalk become a respected source in the Metal Music scene​.
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