Author: Metal Storm
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Torchlight Parade: Metal Band Embraces Dark Beauty and Mortality
St. Louis band Torchlight Parade, formed in 2017 by brothers Matt and Doug Engel, has been making waves in the metal scene. Matt, a mortician, and Doug, a hearse driver, draw inspiration from their day jobs to create music that is both eerie and captivating. The band’s name, Torchlight Parade, originated from a phrase Matt…
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Mayhem’s 40th-Anniversary Australian Tour: A Legendary Metal Experience
Mayhem, the influential black metal band, has embarked on their 40th-anniversary tour in Australia, promising an unforgettable experience for fans. The tour kicked off in Brisbane on January 9, featuring a set list that spans the band’s extensive career, starting from their debut album, Deathcrush, to their latest works. True Norwegian Black Metal: We Turn…
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Metallica’s Enigmatic Name: Origins Revealed by Drummer Lars Ulrich
Metallica, the iconic metal band that has dominated the music scene for over four decades, continues to intrigue fans with the origins of its name. Despite the band’s enduring popularity, many enthusiasts remain puzzled about the significance behind the name Metallica. Metallica (Black) | $24.99 The genesis of Metallica dates back to late 1981 when…
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Metallica Announces 2025 Australian and New Zealand Tour
Metallica, the iconic heavy metal band, has recently thrilled their Australian fans with the exciting news of their upcoming tour in 2025. The band is all set to bring their world tour to Australia and New Zealand, igniting anticipation and enthusiasm among their loyal followers. Roaring Riffs: Inside the Epic World of Heavy Metal Concerts…
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FREEDOM OF FEAR to Support DETHKLOK on Australian Tour
Adelaide’s technical melodic death metal act, FREEDOM OF FEAR, is set to support DETHKLOK on their upcoming Australian tour. Following a successful European tour, FREEDOM OF FEAR has established themselves as one of Australia’s premier live metal acts since the release of their debut album, Nocturnal Gates, in 2019. Modern Metal Guitar Technique: Craft Powerful,…
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Korn Makes Metal History Headlining Lollapalooza After Three Years
Korn has made a significant mark by becoming the first metal band to headline Lollapalooza in three years. The band’s return to the festival’s main stage marks a notable shift from the recent trend of non-metal headliners like Blink-182, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Green Day, and Foo Fighters. The last metal act to close out…
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Visualis Redefines Metal Boundaries with ‘Rites Of The Eclipse
Visualis, a heavy metal band from Australia, emerged on the music scene in 2018, unveiling their debut E.P. ‘Sunrise In Black’ in 2021. Their musical journey culminated in the release of their first full-length album, ‘Rites Of The Eclipse,’ in 2025, featuring an extensive collection of eleven songs spanning over fifty-five minutes. The album showcases…
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Bullet for My Valentine and Trivium Clash: Tour Controversy Unveiled
A recent controversy has emerged in the world of heavy metal music as two co-headlining bands, Bullet for My Valentine and Trivium, find themselves at odds over the premature end of their joint tour. Originally slated to continue their performances in South America and Australia, Bullet for My Valentine decided to conclude the North American…
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Former Possessed Guitarist Brian Montana Fatally Shot by Police
A tragic incident unfolded in San Francisco as Brian Joseph Montana, a former member of the legendary US metal band Possessed, was shot dead by police during a confrontation with his neighbor. The altercation, reportedly sparked by a dispute over tree trimmings, led to Montana being fatally shot by law enforcement officers. Despite efforts to…
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Album Review: Bergthron – Neu Asen Land
🎵 Tracklist: Track 1: Skandinavische Expansion《Eismeerflotte RGNRØK》 Track 2: Aufbruch nach Neu Asen Land «Von Pol zu Pol» Track 3: ««« SOG »»» Track 4: Horizont in Flammen《Sólfeuer’s Fall》 Track 5: Schiffbruch im Sonnengrab 《Wrackmente》 Track 6: Gefangene der Polarnacht《In Nacht und Eis》 Track 7: Skaldenruhm erstarrt in Zeit《Arktischer Sarkophag》 🎸 Album Review: Bergthron’s latest…
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Album Review: Obscure Sphinx – Emovere
🎵 Tracklist: Track 1: Scarcity Hunter Track 2: As I Stood Upon the Shore Track 3: Nethergrove 🎸 Album Review: **Album Review: ‘Emovere’ by Obscure Sphinx** Polish post-metal band Obscure Sphinx has always had a knack for creating immersive sonic landscapes that transport listeners to otherworldly realms. With their latest album, ‘Emovere’, they continue to…
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Cameron Winter Announces ‘Heavy Metal Tour Continued’ Across UK, US
Cameron Winter, the frontman of Geese, is set to embark on a series of headline solo shows in the UK, France, and the US as part of his ‘Heavy Metal Tour Continued’. The tour comes hot on the heels of his debut solo album release last December, which received critical acclaim. Metallica … and Justice…
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Sleep Token’s Rise: From Obscurity to Metal Trailblazers
Former Issues bassist, Skyler Acord, reminisces about the time Sleep Token opened for them on their first US tour in 2019. The band was introduced to Sleep Token through their booking agent, who shared an EP that left Acord impressed. Despite Sleep Token’s evolving sound, Acord sensed their uniqueness and potential. Metallica … and Justice…
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Animals As Leaders Announce Australian Tour with Car Bomb
Animals As Leaders, the groundbreaking heavy music act from Washington D.C., is set to embark on a full national tour in Australia this September. The tour will commemorate their influential album, The Joy of Motion, which redefined progressive metal upon its release in 2014. Known for their technical prowess and emotional depth, tracks like Kascade…
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LUCIFER Unveils 2025 Tour Dates with Fresh Line-Up
LUCIFER, the renowned metal band, has announced a series of new shows for 2025 along with an exciting new live line-up. Chapter V of their journey commenced in May 2023, marked by the release of the lead single ‘A Coffin Has No Silver Lining’ as they toured with Ghost and Coven, building anticipation for their…
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Album Review: Dreadnaught – Shutdown In A Heartbeat
🎵 Tracklist: Track 1: Wretched Ways Track 2: A Special Kind of Maniac Track 3: Shutdown in a Heartbeat Track 4: The Way All Things Stay Track 5: More Money Than Sympathy Track 6: Breathing Madness Track 7: Deathcamp Disneyland Track 8: Gradual Rotting Of The Soul Track 9: Devoid Of Life Track 10: Flowers…
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Tim ‘Ripper’ Owens Announces 2025 Australian Tour Dates
Renowned heavy metal vocalist Tim ‘Ripper’ Owens has thrilled fans by announcing his 2025 Australian tour. The former Judas Priest and Iced Earth singer, known for his exceptional vocal range, is set to rock five capital cities in February next year. Owens, whose illustrious career includes stints with various iconic bands, is a celebrated figure…
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Gruesome’s ‘Silent Echoes’: Navigating Death Metal’s Legacy
Gruesome, a death metal band hailing from California and Florida, has been making waves in the metal scene with their latest album, “Silent Echoes.” The band, often associated with the old school death metal revivalist movement, draws heavy inspiration from the iconic band Death. This influence has earned Gruesome both praise and criticism, with some…
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Album Review: Plaguewielder (USA) – In Dust & Ash
🎵 Tracklist: Track 1: In Dust Track 2: Wrong Choice 🎸 Album Review: Plaguewielder, the atmospheric blackened sludge metal band hailing from the United States, has unleashed their latest offering titled ‘In Dust & Ash’. This two-track EP encapsulates the band’s signature sound while delving deeper into themes of desolation, decay, and inner turmoil. With…
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Album Review: Schattenfall – Oh Wind, Mein Bruder
🎵 Tracklist: Track 1: Oh Wind, mein Bruder Track 2: Unterwürfige Schönheit des Sterbens Track 3: Einsamkeit VIII 🎸 Album Review: Album Review: ‘Oh Wind, Mein Bruder’ by Schattenfall German black metal outfit Schattenfall returns with their latest offering, ‘Oh Wind, Mein Bruder’, a haunting and atmospheric journey into the depths of darkness and introspection.…