Last week, when I was writing my review of BlutEngel’s new album, something else got my attention too. They not only released their work on CD, vinyl, and digital, but also in cassette (limited edition). This got me thinking about the cassette revival. We, the oldies, the ones that were born in the 80s and before that, know pretty well the cassette format. An object that may seem weird to the newer generations, for us…
The Band BlutEngel (Blood Angel) is a German electro-gothic band formed in 1998 by singer Chris Pohl. Their lyrics are in German or English. Their songs are presented with male and female vocals. The songs’ themes usually deal with Gothic fiction such as love, vampirism, death, and immortality with an emotional undertone. The band calls its musical style dark pop. Band Members Chris Pohl – vocals, lyrics, programming Ulrike Goldmann – vocals and…
Yesterday, February 28, 2025, David Johansen died at 75 years old. He was an American singer, songwriter, and actor, mostly known for being the singer of the glam band New York Dolls. New York Dolls were an American rock band formed in New York City in 1971. They played hard rock with an androgynous glam look and they are considered one of the early punk rock bands, being highly influential in the punk rock movement…
The Band Nachtblut (Night Blood) is a German gothic, symphonic, melodic black metal formed in 2005. Band Members Askeroth – vocals Greif – guitars Ablaz – bass Skoll – drums The Album Todschick (Dead Girl) is Nachtblut’s seventh studio album. It was released on February 21, 2025. Produced by Chris Harms (Lord of the Lost singer). Their lyrics are in German. The Songs 1. Von Hass Getrieben…
The Band Lacuna Coil is an Italian gothic metal band formed in 1994. Band Members Cristina Scabbia – female vocals Andrea Ferro – male vocals Marco Coti Zelati – bass Richard Meiz – drums Daniele Salomone – guitar The Album Lacuna Coil released their tenth album, Sleepless Empire, on February 14th, 2025. This work comes with a heavier sound, and it’s the first album after the departure of their longtime…
The Band Dream Theater is an American progressive metal band formed in 1985. One of the founding members, Mike Portnoy (drummer) left the band in 2010 to take a break and participate in other musical projects. He intended this period to be short, but the band replaced him with Mike Mangini. Portnoy wanted to return to the band for a long time, but the relationships with his ex-bandmates weren’t optimal yet. This situation changed…
Nothing compares to that freedom and wholesome feeling of driving on a highway, enjoying your favorite music, it’s almost a type of meditation, at least that is what it has always been for me. Of course, your soundtrack on those moments usually depends on what you’re in the mood to listen to, but regardless of that, some songs are always present and belong to the road, they keep you company as you’re driving. These songs…
Last Monday (January 20th, 2025) the rock community mourned the loss of John Sykes, the legendary guitarist known for his influential work with Thin Lizzy and Whitesnake, who passed away at the age of 65 after a courageous battle with cancer. Who Was John Sykes? He was an English guitarist who began his career playing with the English heavy metal band Tygers of Pang Tang. Then, he joined the mythical Irish rock band…
January, 11th, 2025 at Backstage Werk, Munich, Germany Many years ago while searching for what to see on YouTube I came to the video and song Love Decay by Liv Kristine which features Michelle Darkness, the singer of End of Green. I immediately loved the song and Michelle’s deep voice, so I started listening to his band. You can read my song review of Love Decay here. I don’t remember the exact point I…
The Band Kublai Khan TX is an American metalcore band formed in 2009. They have released five studio albums. On September 20th, 2024, the band released their fifth album, Exhibition Of Prowess. They play metalcore, but with an old-school tone that resembles hardcore bands like Hatebreed. Breakdowns, down-tuned guitars, and raspy vocals. Their lyrics usually deal with social issues like racism, and violence against women. Band Members Matt Honeycutt – vocals Nolan Ashley –…