My World of Music – est. 2013
Anthrax fans have had to be patient. The New York thrash metal veterans have remained a regular presence on the live circuit, but it has been quite some time since the band delivered a new studio record. For All Kings arrived back in 2016, followed by a handful of live releases, but a new studio album remained... Continue Reading →
Sweet Electric were one of those bands that had completely escaped my radar until a few months ago. That changed when the guys landed the opening slot for the Hamburg show of Smith/Kotzen. I walked into the Gruenspan with zero expectations for the opener, simply curious to see what they had to offer. Thirty minutes... Continue Reading →
When I think of Australian thrash metal, bands like Mortal Sin inevitably come to mind. They were at the forefront of the Down Under thrash scene in the late ’80s, but of course, time doesn’t stand still. Melbourne’s Harlott are among the bands currently carrying the thrash metal flag, and they’ve been doing so since... Continue Reading →
For 28 years now, German folk metal band Schandmaul have been bringing the magic of the Middle Ages together with the sound of the present. While their early days with Wahre Helden were still a relatively modest affair, the band steadily grew over the years. Several of their eleven albums have made it into the Top 10... Continue Reading →
Green Lung haven’t been around all that long, yet they’ve already managed to leave a distinct footprint in the worlds of rock and metal. The journey began back in 2019 with a somewhat overlooked debut album that nevertheless opened the door to a deal with Svart Records. Black Harvest became the band’s first real milestone, followed by... Continue Reading →
Danish metal outfit, Grandience, is pleased to unveil their video for "Agony." The track comes off the band's debut full-length, Anomaly, out now on Metal Blade Records. Comments guitarist/vocalist Jakob Lærke Harris, "People who know us by now should be aware that we like to mix things up and see what we can make work. 'Agony' is... Continue Reading →
Finland’s melodic death metal veterans Insomnium have a new album waiting in the wings. Netherworlds is set for release on October 16, 2026, via Century Media. The band has now unveiled another track, “Arch of the Sky,” and you can check out the video right here: https://youtu.be/61RjgbXhsLc?si=GMSfzF_xhznJ-njf Tracklist: The Cold Song Shadowlife Remembrance Gleam in the Black... Continue Reading →
The battle-hardened Gloryhammer expand their complex universe with a new single. “Warriors of Auchtermuchty” is set in the hometown of the main antagonist, Zargothrax, and focuses on the region’s eponymous warriors, who swear allegiance to the emperor. Driven by choirs and rousing melodies, Gloryhammer make the story even more thrilling and enhance this epic power... Continue Reading →
Thrash metal veterans Forbidden just launched with "Burning Lungs of Earth" a new video which you can enjoy here: https://youtu.be/7i0xY5BYC_M?si=0XY_MBbGtbbCb3K2 The song ist taken from the self-titled upcoming album which will hit the shelves on October 23rd, 2026 and will come via BLKIIBLK. Tracklist: Single Point Failure Burning The Lungs of Earth Divided By Zero... Continue Reading →
The German-English doom metal heroes of Thronehammer are releasing their second single, the epic and highly melodic “Onwards To Oblivion,” featuring Max Hemmann of Motorowl: https://youtu.be/IthZ-9uM5EU?si=cHXyBbLtPIbv6if1 With Slay | Kill | Erase, set for release on October 9, 2026, via Supreme Chaos Records, Thronehammer presents their most ambitious work to date. Eight songs with a... Continue Reading →
When Space Chaser emerged in 2011 and delivered a highly promising debut with Watch the Skies!, it was clear that the next generation of German thrash metal bands was already waiting in the wings. A major turning point came in 2023, when frontman Siegfried Rudzynski left the band and Space Chaser had to find a replacement.... Continue Reading →
I was ten years old when Tygers Of Pan Tang released their debut album, Wild Cat. So forgive me for discovering the band’s back catalog a little later in life. Today, though, we’re less interested in looking back and more concerned with what the Tygers are up to right now. With Robb Weir, only one of... Continue Reading →
For over 25 years, The Pineapple Thief has been one of the most renowned bands on the international progressive rock scene. Now, with a new album in tow, they’re finally returning to Germany! In October, fans can look forward to the new album “Far and Wide.” The previously released singles “New World Order” and “Hold... Continue Reading →
When, in the spring of 2027, the heavy riffs of Graveyard meet the soul-soaked power of Blues Pills, it will be a clash of two distinct rock worlds. That’s because the two bands will embark on a co-headlining tour together, bringing both their latest songs and defining tracks from their catalog to the stage. Next... Continue Reading →
Copenhagen is a vibrant city, so it should come as no surprise that an innovative band like Gradience has emerged from the Danish capital. Gradience are Gavin Mistry and Jakob Lærke Harris. The two formed the band in 2022, and their debut single, “This Abyss,” already created a first wave of excitement. Ironsight was the first EP... Continue Reading →
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