Dimmu Borgir returns to the U.S. with their, “Grand Serpent Rising” tour at Denver, Colorado’s Mission Ballroom August 18th, 2026
It has been 8 years since Dimmu Borgir toured the U.S. and I was crazy excited to have...
Symphonic Metal
Chris Maragoth – With Depths Of Despair (EP)
In an era of AI and lack of individualism it is refreshing to find some handmade, brain written original music. Chris Maragoth is one of a kind who does not only write songs but creates a musical world full of emotions.
Ad Infinitum – Into the Abyss –
Tonight, we will be watching Ad Infinitum on their first headline tour. It was about time for the band anyway. Since the four musicians formed the band in 2018, they have constantly climbed the ladder of success, and are now one of the leading acts of the new generation of Symphonic Metal bands.
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...
Anna KiaRa – Symphony of Rage
I really enjoyed listening to the album; it's refreshing and different from the usual mainstream symphonic and power metal you hear on the radio. Anna’s vocals and technical skills are outstanding and far above average. She is able to create storytelling soundscapes as few other musicians can.
Avantasia – Here be dragons in Frankfurt
This was indeed the right show to bring you back from hibernation. They had everything that makes a good show. Excellent musicians, pyro, a good selection of songs, almost three hours of headliner show and no fakes. Even the merch prices were not at the top end of the price scale. Everyone who was there got great value for money.
Frozen Crown – War Hearts
I have seen this band live several times as support so far and what I talk about today makes me hungry for a headliner tour. Italian Power/Symphonic-Metalists Frozen Crown release their fifth album, the first one under the label of Napalm Records and with six members. After the fulminant “Call Of The North” it is now time for the “War Hearts”. I also interviewed guitarist and co-founder Federico Mondella a few days before the tour started and their album release, so pay attention to this interesting and detailed interview. Otherwise, here we go.
Live on the Edge Of Paradise
I have experienced impressive, sensational Edge Of Paradise. Now I know a little bit, how a stand-in musician must feel when she or he has to learn all the songs of the set list in only a few days. I got to know all their songs in just three days listening to them in rotation again and again without getting bored a single second.
Chatting with Nele and Gilbert of Elvellon
Remember, a few weeks ago we published our review of Elvellon's brand new album "Ascending in Synergy"? We already announced our interview with guitarist Gilbert (G.:) and vocalist Nele (N.:), which took place the day before the release. Both were in a very good mood, even after a long interview day. Here it is, By the way, have you listened to the album or even bought it?
ELVELLON – Ascending in Synergy
"Where dreams unite with metallic power". After their album debut "Until Dawn" in 2018, it's now time for the second release from the rising symphonic metal band Elvellon from Germany. "Ascending in Synergy" is the first album to be released on Napalm Records on 17 May 2024. Join Elvellon on an exciting journey between childlike wonder and hard-hearted bitterness.