The old saying “We’ve come a long way” immediately came to mind upon viewing the documentary Metal Down Under; but, by that same token, so did the old adage “The more things change, the more they stay...

I fucking hate pirates. They are a crude, disease ridden Male debauchery fantasy whose history of being the Dutch East-India Company’s bitch is well documented, whilst their own historical exploits are as reliable as a screen door...

What kind of creature is this album? If you answered: a full and vibrant blast of musical enjoyment and exuberance, then you are in the ballpark. I love it when an album leaves me with nothing to say...

Fallen Order have been hailed as one of New Zealand’s more exciting, up and coming acts; and with their debut EP The Age of Kings, it is not hard to see why. The Age of Kings is...

Diamond Noir, comprised of the two surviving members of Hatchet Dawn (something to do with a rocket launcher and a zeppelin filled with hydrogen, I’m told), have exploded onto the Australian Metal scene in rather impressive fashion....

Music is a wonderful thing, wouldn’t you agree? The right rhythm and melody can fill your mind with the most surreal and craziest of images; it is a catalyst for the imagination to take flight in extravagant...

I have heard it said before, that bands are better heard and not seen, as documentaries can do a band a great disservice. With a particular sound comes a specific image to the mind of a listener,...

When it comes to bands, first impressions matter and a good demo is a significant part of making that first impression. Now, let’s get something straight here, I love metal and being able to support the local...

Eye of The Enemy is a band that, for some, might be in need of an introduction; for those of you who are aware of this powerhouse of a band, kindly ignore the preceding statement. Eye of...

Oh, Japan you whacky bunch; ever walking the tightrope between the wholly excellent and utterly absurd. Japan has given the world a number of great things; The Katana, Ninjas, Dragonball Z and the Lone Wolf and Cub...