power metal

Acerus Champion Unfettered Heavy Metal on "The Caliginous Serenade" (Early Stream + Daniel Corchado Interview)

We spoke to Acerus (and The Chasm) mastermind Daniel Corchado about the band’s new record as well as Corchado’s philosophical approach to crafting memorable music.

Ross The Boss Reflects on Fifteen Years of Blood, Fire & Steel (Interview)

We talked to Ross “The Boss” Friedman about his recent compilation album “A Legacy of Blood, Fire & Steel,” plus The Dictators and future plans.

Smoulder Cast a New Enchantment with "Spellforger" (Early Track Stream + Interview)

The latest single from the Canadian heavy/doom band’s new album “Violent Creed of Vengeance” will give you your sword and sorcery fix. Plus, read an in-depth interview with the band.

Ironflame's Bold Traditional Metal Ventures "Where Madness Dares" (Interview)

We spoke to Ironflame mastermind Andrew D’Cagna (Nechochwen, Icarus Witch) about the band’s evolution up through their latest album, 2022’s “Where Madness Dwells.”

Kill Ritual's Catchy Power-Thrash Invocation: "Kill Star Black Mark Dead Hand Pierced Heart" (Interview)

The San Jose-based band released a new album back in October full of beefy and memorable metal. Read an interview with guitarist Steven Rice (Imagika) here.

Trauma Hits Back With New Album "Awakening" (Interview)

The Bay Area power/speed metal band, reformed in 2013 after a hiatus in the mid-1980s, carves a new path with their recent material that’s worth following. We spoke to drummer Kris Gustofson about the new album and the band’s journey through the years.

Retracing Epic Steps: 20 Years of Symphony X's "The Odyssey" (Interview with Michael Romeo)

The New Jersey-based power metal band released their classic, adventurous sixth album 20 years ago today. We spoke to guitarist and songwriter Michael Romeo about the album’s creation.

Evergrey takes flight on “A Heartless Portrait (The Orphean Testament)” (interview)

We spoke to Evergrey founder Tom Englund about the progressive power metal band’s upcoming album, which follows up their 2021 full-length with impressive speed. Read the full interview here.

Sweden's Wolf Return to Their Dark Business on "Shadowland" (review)

The heavy/power metal group’s ninth record brings their strengths to the table in record form. Read our full review.

Trumbiten's Chrome-Plated Heavy Metal Soars "Out" (Early EP Premiere)

The Swedish band’s second EP features a no-frills, melody-heavy approach to traditional heavy metal – stream it now.
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