After 42 years behind the drums of the beast, a few days after the 2 concerts in Chile and after the recent passing of the former Iron Maiden singer Paul Di’Anno, this December 7th, Nicko McBrain announced his retirement from touring. Nicko had a stroke in 2023 and even though he has recovered from that, he realized that he no longer can play as fast as before and that the touring lifestyle is now too…
On November 27, 2024, a special metal moment happened on American National Television, Knocked Loose performed Suffocate with Poppy on Jimmy Kimmel Live! Knocked Loose They are an American hardcore punk band formed in 2013 with 3 studio albums. Their most recent work, You Won’t Go Before You’re Supposed To, was released on May 10, 2024 (you can read my review here). The band combines hardcore with metalcore in their music. Band…
November 18, 2024 at AFAS Live, Amsterdam, Netherlands Tour: UK + EURO Tour 2024 This was my first time in Amsterdam and my first time seeing Sleep Token, so I knew it would be special. It was a cold night and I had to wait a long time standing in line to enter AFAS Live, but once inside, all was neat and calm. In the venue, I bought some merchandise, and then I went…
November 10, 2024 at Palacio Vistalegre Madrid Popular MonsTOUR II: World Domination Special guests: Hollywood Undead – Sleep Theory Sleep Theory They are an American rock band formed in 2020. They play a blend of styles, including nu-metal, metalcore, and R&B. Even though they only have one EP, Paper Hearts (2023) and some singles they recently released a new single, Paralyzed (you can read my review about it here). Band members Cullen Moore…
A couple of weeks ago I read the news that shocked some metal scene, specifically the metalcore musicians and fans. A German company, blegh.de, trademarked the word blegh for clothing and accessories usage. This brought as a consequence that other stores and creators that sell merchandising with that word in it had to get them out of their online shops or they had to see that the online store did it themselves. But… What…
Oct 2, 2024 Jethro Tull at Auditorio y Centro de Congresos Víctor Villegas, Murcia, Spain Tour: The Seven Decades Tour The Band Jethro Tull is a British rock band formed in 1967 and known for a mix of blues, jazz, and classic rock with folk music, developing a rich progressive rock sound. Just like their song says “You’re never too old to rock and roll (If you’re too young to die)”, Ian and the…
The Band Sleep Theory is an American rock band formed in 2020. The singer Cullen Moore, a US Army veteran, started Sleep Theory as a solo project and with time transformed into a band with the rest of the lineup. They are known for mixing diverse styles like R&B, nu-metal, and metalcore. Their first EP, Paper Hearts (2023) was very successful. Along with that work the band has released many singles, one of which…
October 21, 2024. A couple of hours ago. We received the sad news of Paul Di’Anno’s passing at age 66. The early frontman of Iron Maiden battled for years many health problems for a long time, which also led him to be in a wheelchair. Paul, whose real name was Paul Andrews, joined Iron Maiden in 1978 and recorded their two first albums, the masterpieces Iron Maiden and Killers – some of the best Maiden albums, and…
In a world increasingly aware of the ethical, environmental, and health impacts of our choices, activism has found new forms of expression, particularly within music. The intersection of music and veganism is a powerful example of how artists can influence public consciousness, not just through lyrics but through the very ethos they embody. For those of us navigating both the metal scene and the vegan movement, this synergy is more than just a trend—it’s a…
The Music Poets. Lyrics have a special way of capturing emotions, weaving narratives, and addressing the complex issues of the world. Some lyricists transport us into realms of fantasy, while others make us confront harsh realities like war, existential questions, or relationship difficulties. Here are some of my favorite lyricists (in no particular order). 1. Vessel (Sleep Token). It’s impossible to pick just one example from Vessel’s enigmatic, deeply personal lyrics. He seamlessly blends themes…