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Wolvennest’s Musical Journey: Blending Doom Metal, Psychedelia, and More
Wolvennest, hailing from Belgium, stands out as a unique blend of doom metal, dark ambient, psychedelia, and post-rock, captivating audiences with their enigmatic and adventurous sound. As they gear up for their first performance in Greece, the band’s guitarist, bassist, and keyboardist, Corvus von Burtle, sheds light on their musical journey. TenCloud Bands Compatible with…
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Andy’s Top 10 Progressive Metal Albums of 2023
As a progressive metal fan, Andy faced challenges in 2023 due to personal and musical shifts, leading to a less extensive top ten list. Despite the year’s perceived weakness in prog metal releases, Andy compiled a list that captured his favorites. Among the honorable mentions, Ne Obliviscaris’ “Exul” stood out as a pinnacle of prog…
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Country Metal Band Redefining Music Scene with Electrifying Sound
Country metal band Cody Parks and the Dirty South are making waves in the music scene, blending Southern roots with a heavy metal sound to create a unique genre known as Country Metal. Led by frontman Cody Parks, the band draws inspiration from rock legends like Motley Crue, Ratt, and Pantera to infuse their music…
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Steve Vai’s Impact on Whitesnake’s ‘Slip Of The Tongue
Whitesnake’s album “Slip Of The Tongue” marked a significant turning point in the band’s history when virtuoso guitarist Steve Vai joined the lineup in 1989. Singer David Coverdale likened Vai’s impact to that of Jimi Hendrix, praising his innovative guitar work that transformed the band’s sound. Vai’s high-energy shredding and unique style brought a new…
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Queensrÿche’s Michael Wilton Unveils Solo Album ‘Volume 1
Queensrÿche founding guitarist Michael “Whip” Wilton is gearing up for the release of his solo album, “Volume 1,” set to hit the shelves on December 6, 2024, through Rat Pak Records. Teaming up with Seattle vocalist Mark Winterman, drummer Sonny Sudra, and bassist “Hodgy,” Wilton delivers a collection of nine dynamic tracks that showcase his…
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Masterplan’s Roland Grapow: Metal Evolution and Musical Resurgence
Roland Grapow, known for his work with Helloween and as the mastermind behind Masterplan, is gearing up for the release of the band’s sixth studio album, “Metal Morphosis.” Grapow’s journey in the heavy music scene spans decades, from his early days with Helloween to his solo projects and eventual formation of Masterplan. The band recently…
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Vildhjarta Returns with Highly Anticipated Sophomore Album
Vildhjarta, the Swedish djent act, has made a significant announcement after a decade-long hiatus from studio albums. The band, known for their groundbreaking album Måsstaden in 2011, has finally revealed details about their upcoming sophomore release titled “måsstaden under vatten.” This new album, comprising 17 tracks, marks a highly anticipated return for Vildhjarta fans who…
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Suicide Silence Gears Up for Innovative Album Evolution
Suicide Silence, the pioneering deathcore band, has begun work on their upcoming album amidst vocalist Hernan “Eddie” Hermida’s involvement with the resurgence of All Shall Perish. The band’s guitarist, Chris Garza, recently confirmed this development in an interview with Nik Nocturnal, expressing how his exposure to diverse music scenes has influenced his creative process. You…
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DragonForce Guitarist Herman Li Drives Band’s Evolution and Success
DragonForce, the renowned metal band, has seen its fair share of changes over the years, with guitarist Herman Li shedding light on the band’s evolution during an interview on The Candid Mic With Fran Strine. Li, along with fellow founding guitarist Sam Totman, has been the driving force behind the band, adapting to lineup changes…
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System of a Down’s Daron Malakian Reflects on Band’s Evolution
System of a Down’s guitarist and vocalist, Daron Malakian, recently engaged in a lengthy discussion with renowned producer Rick Rubin, reflecting on the band’s journey and his own musical influences. The band’s collaboration with Rubin dates back to the late 90s, with Rubin not only signing them to his label but also co-producing their albums.…