Festival History: Summer Breeze 2024
The Summer Breeze Open Air festival in 2024 was a special one—marking 25 years of unrelenting metal mayhem in Dinkelsbühl, Germany. Summer Breeze is no ordinary festival; it’s a pilgrimage
Now Playing: Beartooth – The Soundtrack to Modern Chaos
Beartooth is one of those bands that hit you like a truck. A sledgehammer to the gut. They're not here to coddle your feelings or stroke your fragile ego—they're here
Sexism and Misogyny in the Metal Scene: The Ugly Truth We Can’t Ignore
Metal is rebellion. It's the sound of defiance, the voice of the outcasts, and the culture of the nonconformists. From its birth in the gritty underworld of the ‘70s to
Pop Punk is a Disgrace to Punk: How the Fusion of Pop and Punk Betrays the True Spirit of Punk
Punk rock, in its raw and unfiltered form, was never about catchy choruses, radio airplay, or mainstream success. It was a movement born out of discontent, rebellion, and a burning
Live Review: Evergrey and Cyhra at The Tivoli in Helsingborg
Helsingborg, the heart of Skåne, is a city that knows how to embrace the darker, heavier side of music. On September 21st, 2024, the legendary Tivoli played host to an
Now Playing: Akhlys – Somniloquy
In the dark, winding corridors of atmospheric black metal, few bands have carved their niche as deeply as Akhlys. A project that emanates from the very heart of darkness, Akhlys
The Appropriation of Gothic and Metal Culture in Mainstream Fashion
Gothic and metal cultures, once the domain of the underground, have experienced a significant surge in mainstream popularity over the past few years. What was once considered a niche and
Misanthropy: The Dark Lens Through Which Metalheads View the World
Misanthropy is a concept that resonates deeply within the metal community. It's not just a word, but a mindset that has found a home in the hearts of many metalheads
Festival History: Bloodstock 2024
When it comes to heavy metal festivals, there are a few names that rise above the rest, standing tall like colossal monuments of sonic intensity and community spirit. Bloodstock Open