Three bands at the start of their collective tours joined forces for a night of unforgettable mayhem. The start of the bank holiday made everywhere feel deserted, that was until the doors of the Saltbox in Nottingham opened, at which point it felt as if the entire city had poured into the venue. This was … Continue reading Gig Review: Hellripper / Schizophrenia / Devastator – The Saltbox, Nottingham (3rd April 2026)
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Album Review: Hellripper – Coronach
Hellripper’s latest release, Coronach, marks a thrilling new chapter for Scotland’s premier blackened thrash metal act. Known for their relentless energy and raw, infectious riffs, Hellripper continue to push boundaries while staying true to the roots of their sound. Formed as a solo project in 2014 by James McBain in Aberdeen (we talked to him … Continue reading Album Review: Hellripper – Coronach
Video Interview: James McBain (Hellripper)
James isn't in Hellripper. James is Hellripper. And he's here to have a great in-depth chat with our own Lindsay! The two catch up after a couple of years since her last conversation with the black/speed metal artist. All hail the goat! This interview is also available as a podcast Hellripper: official | facebook | twitter | instagram | spotify | bandcamp | youtube https://youtu.be/ihlTNaF2-ns
Gig Review: Disposable – “It’s Blood That Trickles Down” album launch party – Legends, Edinburgh (30th November 2024)
It’s my last gig of 2024 and my first time in Edinburgh in a few years. After Disposable kindly sent me their latest album It’s Blood That Trickles Down for review last week, it’s been on constant rotation and getting me super hyped for this gig. The show was originally going to be a smaller … Continue reading Gig Review: Disposable – “It’s Blood That Trickles Down” album launch party – Legends, Edinburgh (30th November 2024)
Bloodstock 2024: Mosh’s Review (Thursday / Friday)
Well... that was fun. Another Bloodstock done and a different experience to the usual for a few reasons. Regardless, I left Catton Hall on the Monday morning knowing I'd miss it until August 2025 which looks like being an absolute belter. But this review is about 2024, not the incredible bands already announced for next … Continue reading Bloodstock 2024: Mosh’s Review (Thursday / Friday)
Festival Review: Bloodstock 2024 – Sean M’s Review (Thursday / Friday)
Another year, another Bloodstock! Looking back I can’t believe this one has been my ninth festival. I’ve been going every year (except 2021) since I braved the journey alone as an anxious 21-year old for BOA 2014 and had the time of my life. It’s never been any different for me and this year was … Continue reading Festival Review: Bloodstock 2024 – Sean M’s Review (Thursday / Friday)