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​.

Competition / Win the fantastic Beauty Of Gemina ‘Skeleton Dreams’ CD

The Beauty Of Gemina release their long awaited album 'Skeleton Dreams' tomorrow, 5th February 2021 and you can win one of two copies of the CD (UK only, sorry). 'Skeleton Dreams' has proved...

Donald Trump / “We’ve talked of doing” A White House, Pyongyang and Moscow Metal tour

Donald Trump, Kim Jong Un and Vladimir Putin may be powerful men in the political world. The trio are now one of the planet's hottest instrumental Metal bands

Ad Infinitum / Niklas Müller talks about revisiting the impressive Chapter I

With the release of their debut album 'Chapter I' earlier in the year, Ad Infinitum forced their way into the global consciousness of Power and Symphonic Metal fans worldwide. This fantastic album...

The Sunday Supplement / Geezer Butler – The Solo Years

Being one of the most influential bassists in Metal history, as well as the primary lyricist of Black Sabbath, Geezer Butler has much to offer both musically and lyrically. In the mid 1990's,...

Leaves’ Eyes / A refreshing throwback to when albums were albums

Following the themes of Leif Erikssons discovery of America and the life of Norway’s first king, which were covered in the albums 'Vinland Saga' and 'King of Kings' respectively, Leaves' Eyes return...

Smith and Myers / Captivating double release is the perfect respite from ‘now’

Brent Smith and Zach Myers, one half of Shinedown, have released two ten track albums of beautifully bright and delightful acoustic songs via Atlantic Records, each split with five fan voted covers and...

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

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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