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Sunday Of The Dead – Memento Muribuntis
A few months ago, on my way to Denmark on holiday, my co-driver put on some songs that I had never heard before. He explained that these were nearly finished demos of his band’s album, due to be released later that year. These songs caught my interest and more, so here it is: Obscuro's Christmas review of Doom Death Metal from Würzburg.
Fire Rose – Finale Furioso 25 at KIK
After a visit to Basel's Christmas markets we get ready for Fire Rose' Finale Furioso at KIK Sissach, Heavy Metal, Lederhosen, Dirndl and Goasmass will rule the party hosted by Sarah and her great team!
Avatar brings their ‘In the Airwaves USA’ 2025 Tour with guests, Alien Weaponry and SpiritWorld in Denver, CO November 15, 2025
I was excited to see Avatar again, It has been over two years since their last tour. This...
Eisheilige Nacht 2025 – are you ready?
It has become a tradition to celebrate the Eisheilige Nacht festivals in December. Subway to Sally came up with the idea in 2009 and so, here we are again in 2025, with nine concerts altogether in Germany and one in Switzerland, the opener. We will report on the start of the tour at Z7 Konzertfabrik in Pratteln on 12. December!
Protydiya – Unfathomed Gradients (EP)
I sometimes have the feeling, nowadays everything must be called “progressive” even though it is just average music for the masses. “Unfathomed Gradients” is a nice effort to bring progressive metal to a level which is different to this “mainstream” progressive metal. Give it a chance and check it out, you won’t regret it.
Alestorm returns to the US with Gloryhammer and special guests Glyph at the Summit Music Hall in Denver, Colorado 9-26-2025
It had been a few years since I last saw Alestorm and was really looking forward to covering their show in Denver. Joining them were Gloryhammer and Glyph. Alestorm were touring supporting their new album, The Thunderfist Chronicles. I arrived at the Summit about a half hour before doors opened to a line of people down the block and around the corner.
Amorphis – Borderland
Borderland is unusual for Amorphis but still clearly Amorphis. Some people might miss the rougher side of the band. Others will appreciate this different side to the band. The producer’s softer influence is undeniable. Consider it an experiment in crossing borders. Welcome to the “Borderland”, Amorphis. Welcome to a new shore everybody outside in the world!
Autumn News
Summer is over. Open Air Festival season is over. Winter is coming. We nevertheless stop in between for an autumn overlook.
Rhapsody Of Fire brings their Challenge the Wind tour to Denver Colorado’s Oriental Theater September 16, 2025
I have waited a long time to see Rhapsody of Fire and it was a real treat to...
Mud, Metal, and Magic – Metalacker Open Air 2025 Tennenbronn
Despite the muddy conditions, the family-friendly atmosphere and stellar lineup invites many fans to the Metalacker 2025 in the heart of the Black Forest.