cd review

(8/10) Another highlight of Gamma Ray's anniversary releases is the live album called "Heading for the East". The longplayer was recorded in November 1990 and contains a show that was performed in Tokyo, Japan. The original release was on VHS (for younger...

(8/10) Ten years ago The Bosshoss from Berlin, Germany released their first album called "Internashville Urban Hymns". From this moment on the band constantly developed their sound and became to one of the most popular German acts. The main trademark...

(9/10) That Leaves' Eye belong to the figureheads of female-fronted symphonic metal isn't a secret. This has to do with the fact that the guys are around already since 12 years and released a bunch of really well done albums. It's five that has been published...

(7/10) I have to admit that I haven't heard anything from Christian Mistress before I got this record on my plate. So, time to dig deeper and to find out more about the band. The boys and girl are around since 2008. Founded in Olympia, Washington the...

(8/10) You haven't heard about Devil City Angels yet? Could be since their foundation took place in 2014. But what you for sure know are names like Rudi Sarzo, Tracii Guns, Rikki Rocket and Brandon Gibbs. Yes, indeed; those guys played in bands like Poison,...

(8/10) Epic doom has a name: My Dying Bride. The 1990 formed band from Halifax, West Yorkshire belongs to the spearhead of UK metal from the 90's. Together with Paradise Lost and Anathema the guys are pioneers of British doom that had an impact on many...

(9/10) "This Is A Man's World" was what James B rown was singing decades ago and it was the first thing that came up in my mind when I read the title of the new Mustasch album. "Testosterone" is the name of eighth album of the Gothenburg-based band and...

(8/10) To introduce Richie Blackmore is like bringing sand to the beach. The iconic guitarist has a long history. With Deep Purple and Rainbow he influenced rock music that much that still nowadays a Rainbow reunion would be highly appreciated by old...

(6/10) It's showtime. Geoff Tate and Queensryche are releasing new records this fall. Tate is the first one publishing a new disc under the banner of Operation Mindcrime. The ex-Queensryche singer could gather some well known names sailing with him under...

(9/10) Finland is a beautiful country that has a lot of nature and hoenst, straight-forward people. And the country is covered by a certain melancholy that might be based on the long dark winter times. Amorphis took this as inspiration for their music...

(8/10) Hmmm. What to say about the new Slayer? First of all I like the band from their debut onwards. What I like with the iconic group is the unleashed power that is raw and uncompromissing. Those keywords are reflecting Slayer, as well as the unique...

(7/10) There is no doubt that the most successful times of Ugly Kid Joe are over. But that doesn't mean that the guys from California don't rock anymore. Actually it's fun to have them back - a bit older but still with the right attitude. It almost feels...

(9/10) When Stratovarius mastermind Timo Tolkki put the band on hold, the future of the Finish melodic metal instition was more than doubtful. After a while Tolkki left the band and the remaining members seized the moment and continued. That this decision...

(8/10) Skepticism doesn't stand for light, hope and a happy life. It's more doubts, darkness and insecurity that's reflected. Considering all this, Skepticism has chosen an excellent name for their band. Songs in deep minor take you on a gloomy journey...