Steve Ritchie

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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​.

Voodoo Six / ‘Simulation Game’ makes the band fully fledged contenders

The new album 'Simulation Game' has been released today from Voodoo Six and it is a slab of intense Heavy Metal which elevates the band above the high standards of which they...

The Struts / Strange Days leaves us All Dressed Up (With Nowhere To Go)

It is 'Strange Days' indeed, as The Struts release their third album without the benefit of being able to back it up with one of their explosive tours, of which they are...

Mad Nona / Icelandic Unsigned band release stunning debut

They come from the land of the ice and the snow, to quote Zeppelin, but Mad Nona, unsigned and self-financed, have had us tapping like 'mad' to their self titled debut album,...

Corey Taylor / ‘CFMT’ providing relief against the angst of the World

Album Review: Corey Taylor CMFT. A Musical Escape from the Chaos of 2020 with Rock, Metal, and Unforgettable Fun. To immerse yourself in CFMT is a joy

James Kennedy / ‘Make Anger Great Again’ is pretty relevant for right now

Kyshera frontman James Kennedy will release his latest solo album, the excellent 'Make Anger Great Again', this Friday 25 September 2020. And this political Heavy Alt Rock slab of genius, recorded before...

Review / Adrian Smith Monsters Of River And Rock is an engaging insight into Iron Maiden guitarist

The eagerly awaited autobiography from Adrian Smith, 'Monsters Of River And Rock', is released tomorrow (3 September) via Virgin Books/Penguin Random House and it is an engaging read from one of the...

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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