top story:
Before Heavy Metal became a worldwide phenomenon, before arenas were filled with thousands of fans wearing black shirts and denim jackets, there was a generation of bands that had to create this world from nothing.
Among the most important and influential names of that era, one band stands above many others:
Judas Priest…to read more click here…
musician of the month:
Four Decades Of Noise, Chaos And Truth
Argy of
NIGHTSTALKER
interviewed by Fok ‘bs’
In this special ‘Musician of the Month‘ feature, Argy talks about the early days of the Athens scene, the transition from drummer/singer to frontman, the meaning behind Nightstalker’s identity, the realities of a life in rock, personal battles, and why music remained the place he always returned to…to read more click here…
album of the month:
ALBUM OF THE MONTH:
DISMISS
‘Funeral Fund’
Every band has a story to tell, but with their debut album ‘Funeral Fund‘, Greek rock outfit Dismiss deliver more than just a collection of songs, they create a statement and the soundtrack of a new beginning…to read more click here…
our newest interviews (click on the pic):
João Pedro Freitas from
Portuguese Progressive Metal Outfit
FREITANÁS
Interviewed by Fok ‘bs’
Interview with Frank van der Ploeg of Dutch Thrash Metal Band
ATMORAN
by Fok ‘bs’
Interview with Colombian Canada Based Thrash Metal Outfit
ETERNAL DRAK
by Fok ‘bs’
Ted of American Sludge Grunge Act
GOODNIGHT SKY
interviewed by Fok ‘bs’
Canadian Metalcore Act
AS OCEANS DIVIDE
interviewed by Fok ‘bs’
Canadian Extreme Metal
Open Air Festival
LOUD AS HELL 2026
Juli 31st – August 2nd
When it comes to extreme metal festivals in Canada, few events have built a reputation as formidable as Loud As Hell Open Air…to read more click here…
Ukrainian Symphonic Death/Black Metal Project
INSURRECTUM
Released Album
‘The Last Battle’
With ‘The Last Battle‘, Ukrainian project Insurrectum delivers a debut that refuses to follow convention…to read more click here…
Questioning Reality
João Pedro Freitas from
Portuguese Progressive Metal Outfit
FREITANÁS
Interviewed by Fok ‘bs’
In this interview by Fok ‘bs‘, João Pedro Freitas reflects on artistic freedom, songwriting without limitations, and the philosophy behind one of Portugal’s most intriguing progressive metal projects…to read more click here…
American Heavy Metal Act
LEGACY OF SOULS
Released Single
‘Heaven in My Eyes’
On July 24, 2026, Legacy of Souls officially introduced itself with its debut single, ‘Heaven in My Eyes‘, offering the first glimpse of what promises to be an exciting new chapter…to read more click here…
NOVACAINE FESTIVAL 2026
Full Line Up Announced
November 28th
Novacaine Festival has unveiled a major expansion of its 2026 lineup, bringing an impressive collection of modern metal, alternative rock and punk acts to Corporation in Sheffield…to read more click here…
Australian Heavy Rock’n’Roll Trio
THE RORTS
Released EP
‘Big Decisions’
Australian rock trio The Rorts have officially introduced themselves with the release of their debut EP, ‘Big Decisions‘, a spirited collection of songs that captures the raw energy of classic rock and roll while adding a fresh indie rock edge…to read more click here…
French Female-Fronted Fuzz Stoner/Hard Rock Outfit
VOODOO QUEEN
Released Album
‘Violet Crown’
French fuzz stoner, hard rock quartet Voodoo Queen continue to build momentum with the release of the official music video for ‘Bright Cage‘ one of the standout tracks from their album, ‘Violet Crown‘…to read more click here…
the wizard
The Wizard – The Tale of the Silent Gift
by Fokion Triantafyllidis
at radio highway pirates
As the sun sank behind the Black Forest, the old wise wizard rested in his weathered rocking chair, watching another day fade into twilight. Then, from between the ancient pines, came the little elf. Though neatly dressed, his face carried a burden no traveller should bear. He had come to seek the wizard’s wisdom, but before the night was over, he would discover that the greatest gifts are those given in silence…to read more click here…
