Festival Review: Hellfest 2026 Day 2 – Clisson, France

With the mercury touching 38 degrees at 10 in the morning, there was a conscious decision to arrive a bit later on day two. The 2pm arrival was just in time to see Norwegian outfit Blood Red Throne bless us with some outstanding death metal at The Altar, before we arrived at the main stage … Continue reading Festival Review: Hellfest 2026 Day 2 – Clisson, France

Rotting Christ reissue gothic-era milestone ‘Khronos’ on vinyl

Greek extreme metal titans Rotting Christ have announced a special reissue of their seminal 2000 album, Khronos. Set for release on 10th July 2025 via Season of Mist, the reissue brings the closing chapter of the band’s gothic arc back to vinyl, marking a pivotal moment in the creative evolution of brothers Sakis and Themis … Continue reading Rotting Christ reissue gothic-era milestone ‘Khronos’ on vinyl

Bloodstock’s Winter Gathering returns for 2026

After an unforgettable debut last year, Bloodstock’s Winter Gathering storms back this winter, bringing the spirit of the UK’s premier metal festival indoors once again for a full day of festive heaviness. Returning to take over KK’s Steel Mill, Wolverhampton, on Saturday 5th December 2026, this one-day celebration promises towering riffs, intimate chaos, and all … Continue reading Bloodstock’s Winter Gathering returns for 2026

Rotting Christ release live video for “Under the Name of Legion” from upcoming Blu-ray

Greek black metal legends Rotting Christ have released a new live video for the track "Under the Name of Legion". The performance is taken from their upcoming live release, 35 Years of Evil Existence - Live in Lycabettus, which hits the shelves this Friday, 12th December 2025, via Season of Mist. The footage captures the … Continue reading Rotting Christ release live video for “Under the Name of Legion” from upcoming Blu-ray

Rotting Christ release first live single: “Kata Ton Daimona Eaftou (Κατά τον Δαίμονα Εαυτού)”

Rotting Christ have stood the test of time for over three decades. From their humble beginnings on Satanas Tedeum and Passage to Arcturo in the early 90's, the genesis of their 'Hellenic' melodic black metal sound in the 2000's with Sanctus Diavolos and Theogonia, all the way to their later masterpieces Rituals and The Heretics, … Continue reading Rotting Christ release first live single: “Kata Ton Daimona Eaftou (Κατά τον Δαίμονα Εαυτού)”

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)