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Wilderun - Veil of Imagination Label: Century Media Release Date: July 17, 2020 Frequently and loudly I have proclaimed and bemoaned the lack of imagination in modern metal and the disappearance of the perfect album. That which beckons…

Primal Fear - Metal Commando Label: Nuclear Blast Release Date: July 24, 2020 Germany has been blasting out some of the best heavy metal for decades and among the nation's alumni are the ever consistent, Primal Fear. Born from classic…

Three artists were sent to me for consideration. I listened to the first two with interest, attempting to determine who I would choose to interview. The third video was Dark Sarah and the decision was made. I can go through and give all the…

She is one of the most talented risers on the modern rock scene. She exploded into the public eye at 16-years-old after her four-chair turning performance during blind auditions on The Voice (watch) performing Heart's "Crazy on You". Now…

Ronnie Parmer may not be a household name, but for those in the death metal community, his foot and stick work are well-known. He has handled drums for the likes of Malevolent Creation, Amon, Brutality, and Perdition Temple, to name but a…

Memphis-based hard rock quartet, Roses Unread has spent the better part of a decade defining its modern sound. From its 2013 self-titled debut and 2017 follow-up The Silver Lining to 2018's Vultures, the group has evolved and while its…

"Brock's 2 cents" - quick metal reviews! Finally out of quarantine and semi-getting back to normal, so here's the albums I got to this month. These are my reviews of recently released albums that I think you should know about. Forget about…

What's a rock and roller to do when the entire planet shuts down and there are no stages perform on? SoCal hard rock trio, Them Evils wasted no time hitting the studio to crank out its latest groove and energy fueled anthem, "Where You…

Netta Laurenne may be a name that is new to most, especially outside or Scandinavia, However, for fans of European metal, her voice has likely already been in your head. She has appeared as a vocalist on albums from Battle Beast, Amorphis,…

Smackbound – 20/20 Label: Frontiers Music Release Date: June 12, 2020 Admittedly, I have a soft spot for melodic hard rock and metal. I love a big hook, an addictive chorus, and memorable riffs. I am also an ardent fan a female vocalists…