Interviews

Palaye Royale: Amsterdamage, The Light After Darkness

Palaye Royale begin the Amsterdamage era with a deeply personal album born from loss, healing and reconciliation, as the brothers rediscover both each other and the joy at the heart of the band.

Gary Barden – Empowered Emotions And A Remarkable Life In Rock

Gary Barden reflects on more than four decades in rock, from Michael Schenker Group and Statetrooper to Schenkerfest, Michael Voss and his new album, Empowered Emotions. Could there still be one final live show?
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Baest: ‘Expect No Mercy’ On The Colossal UK Tour

In part two of our interview, Baest look back on winning over North American crowds and talk about the friendship behind their unchanged lineup. As their UK tour approaches, they discuss the setlist, life on the road and why fans should “expect no mercy.”

Interview: Baest / ‘No Holding Us Back’ On Colossal And The UK Tour

In part one of our interview, Baest reflect on a busy festival season and the creative freedom behind Colossal. With a UK tour approaching, they explain why playing the new songs live is both thrilling and nerve-wracking.

UFO / Phil Mogg on Mechanix: “I’m Probably Still Paying For This Album”

Phil Mogg looks back on UFO’s 1982 album Mechanix, recalling its costly recording sessions, Pete Way’s pivotal role, a band running on empty and why he may still be paying for the album.

Inglorious / Nathan James On The One-Night-Only Return Nobody Thought Would Happen

Nathan James looks back on a decade of Inglorious as the original lineup reunites for a one-night-only show at KK’s Steel Mill. He talks nostalgia, old chemistry, the debut album and why this reunion means as much to the fans as it does to the band.

Kai Hansen – “Free To Do Whatever I Feel Like” On Born With A Hammer

Kai Hansen discusses new solo album Born With A Hammer, its musical surprises, working with son Tim and why he refuses to take himself too seriously.

Tony Moore: Taking Awake Around The World With A Little Help From Steve Harris

Tony Moore discusses Awake, Eddfest, Steve Harris, British Lion and his mission to take his ambitious one-man show around the world.

Sari Schorr: New Album Running Wild Announced, Plus Full Interview

Sari Schorr has announced her new album Running Wild, out 9 October via Provogue / Artone. She talks to MetalTalk about scrapping two albums first.

From The Cart & Horses To Knebworth: Chop Pitman Celebrates Iron Maiden’s 50-Year Journey

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.

Interview: Monolord – The Heaviest Band You Can Hum

Monolord drummer Esben Willems discusses Neverending, working with Sylvia Massy, melody, punk, fatherhood and the emotional weight behind the band's music.

Phil Campbell’s Bastard Sons Face The Future Without Their Father

Phil Campbell's Bastard Sons drummer Dane Campbell talks about life after Phil Campbell's death, continuing the band, touring, grief, and the uncertain road ahead.

Rush / The Actors Reveal Their Story Behind The Viral Tour Intro

The actors behind Rush viral 2026 tour intro reveal the story of the secret casting, strict NDAs, meeting Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson, and becoming part of Rush history.

Wolf Hoffmann On 50 Years Of Accept And Why The Future Still Matters

Interview: Accept - Wolf Hoffmann reflects on 50 years of Metal, Teutonic Titans, career highs and lows, and why the future still drives him forward.

Interview – The Hu: Bringing Mongolian Wisdom To The World Through Music

Interview: Discover how The Hu blend Mongolian philosophy, ancestral traditions and modern rock on their ambitious new album, HUN.

Carl Palmer / Inside The Revolutionary Show Bringing Emerson, Lake & Palmer Back Together

Carl Palmer reveals how he reunited Emerson, Lake & Palmer using restored footage, live performance and cutting-edge technology for a unique concert experience.

Keep Cranking: Robbie Cumming And The Canal Boat That Rocks

Interview with Canal Boat Diaries star Robbie Cumming on life aboard the Naughty Lass, Metal music, filming adventures and finding love on the waterways.

Interview: Rachel Bolan Finally Goes Solo With Gargoyle Of The Garden State

Rachel Bolan discusses his long-awaited solo debut Gargoyle Of The Garden State, working with Corey Taylor and Nuno Bettencourt, and Skid Row's search for a new singer.
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