Classic Cover: “God of Thunder” – The Troops of Doom (original by KISS)

To celebrate six years of tearing things up, The Troops of Doom have decided to immortalise their take on the Kiss classic "God of Thunder". It's not just a standard cover, though; they’ve brought along a few legendary mates to help out, including Chuck Billy of Testament and Martin Furia from Destruction. Stream it now … Continue reading Classic Cover: “God of Thunder” – The Troops of Doom (original by KISS)

RIP Ace Frehley (27 Apr 1951 – 16 Oct 2025)

Another huge figurehead in the world of rock and metal, KISS founding member and original guitarist Ace Frehley passes away today aged 74. Frehley had a fall at home on September which resulted in him needing urgent medical care with stories of a "brain bleed". This seems to be the cause being reported. Regardless, Frehley … Continue reading RIP Ace Frehley (27 Apr 1951 – 16 Oct 2025)

KISS launch ‘Hotter Than Hell Ultra Premium Rum’ 50th Anniversary Edition

KISS Rum Kollection and Drink It Up by KISS release the final product of the rum portfolio with the last of the exclusive barrel aged blend. Celebrating 50 years of rock legacy, the 2024 anniversary of the 1974 fan revered album Hotter Than Hell marks a significant moment in KISStory, highly anticipated by KISS fans … Continue reading KISS launch ‘Hotter Than Hell Ultra Premium Rum’ 50th Anniversary Edition

Classic Cover: From Hell – “God Of Thunder” (original by KISS)

From Hell is a unique heavy metal band that specializes in crafting horror concept albums. Each recording is intended to be a standalone horror story that will leave you on the edge of your seat. Their first release, Ascent From Hell, tells the chilling tale of a corpse that awakens in Hell only to find … Continue reading Classic Cover: From Hell – “God Of Thunder” (original by KISS)

Festival Review: Hellfest 2023 Day 1

Day 1 - Hellfest 2023 - The Odyssey Begins To metalheads in mainland Europe, Hellfest is the pinnacle of festivals. Yes, you have the more well known Wacken and its smaller cousin in Belgium, Graspop, but Hellfest is always the one that people talk about and want to go to. Even at customs at Ijmuiden … Continue reading Festival Review: Hellfest 2023 Day 1

Last ever KISS tour hits the UK from next week

After an epic and well documented 50-year career that has seen them rise to the pinnacle of rock ‘n’ roll legends status, KISS has today announced their final dates in the UK in 2023 as part of their farewell tour. Initially, the band’s retirement was announced in 2000, so this now qualifies as the longest … Continue reading Last ever KISS tour hits the UK from next week