by Mark Zapata | Jan 26, 2022 | New Music, News, Releases, Video
Ghost’s driving force and creator, Tobias Forge, has enlisted the aid of Opeth guitarist Fredrik Åkesson for the recording of the band’s forthcoming album Impera coming March 11th. Tobias Forge had this to say: “…I’m a little bit of a jack of all...
by Zenae Zukowski | Jan 11, 2022 | News, Sad News
Vocalist/bassist Burke Shelley of the legendary Budgie has passed away. He was 71-years-old. The news was confirmed yesterday evening (10th) by his daughter, Ela, who issued the following Facebook statement: “It is with great sadness that I announce the death of my...
by Zenae Zukowski | Nov 23, 2021 | Photos, Reviews
You never know how much you’ve missed something until it suddenly vanishes. After nearly two years, we’ve finally seen tours announced, shows happening, normality somewhat return. However, when it’s your turn to attend a show after spending...
by Mark Zapata | Nov 17, 2021 | News, Touring
Opeth and their longtime drummer Martin “Axe” Axenrot have parted ways due to a “conflict of interests.”Axenrot has been a part of the band since 2005. Opeth has tapped Therion drummer, Sami Karppinen for all current touring needs. A...
by Siegfried Samer | Oct 15, 2021 | Lists, Top 10
While we are still a few months away from the end of 2021, this time of the year is usually for retrospectives. However, instead of (already) looking at the best that this year had to offer in terms of metal music, I will be going a bit further back....