Greek heavy metal outfit (and former Headline Act) Social Scream have made a powerful return with the announcement of their latest full-length album, Setup To Transformation. Described as more than just a typical release, the band frames the project as a "multidimensional experience" that explores dark psychological themes and philosophical inquiries. Formed in 2008, the … Continue reading Social Scream return with new album ‘Setup To Transformation’
Gig Review: Thrice / Lysistrata – O2 Institute 2, Birmingham (18th March 2026)
The O2 Institute 2 suits post-hardcore lot Thrice perfectly; a room where things are close and immediate, even if you're at the back. Going into see band completely blind and not knowing what to expect isn't something I've done in a number of years so my excitement is different to everyone else's. Their fanbase are … Continue reading Gig Review: Thrice / Lysistrata – O2 Institute 2, Birmingham (18th March 2026)
Video Interview: Dan Byrne
We caught up with the "voice of a generation," Dan Byrne, ahead of his sold-out show at Glasgow's Attic to discuss his transition from frontman to a "fiercely independent" solo artist. Following a successful stint with Revival Black, Byrne has signed with Frontiers Records to release his debut full-length album, a project that blends the … Continue reading Video Interview: Dan Byrne
Exclusive: Premiere stream of Sun Fall Down’s debut album “Burn”
We are thrilled to host an exclusive premiere stream for Sun Fall Down's debut album, Burn. You can listen to the full record ahead of its official release by scrolling down to the end. Some more information, though, if you need convinced! Hailing from Milan, modern alternative dark metal project Sun Fall Down are set … Continue reading Exclusive: Premiere stream of Sun Fall Down’s debut album “Burn”
Headline Act: Stud Farm Mafia
We recently sat down with Cole Bryant, vocalist for the Oxfordshire-based alt-rockers Stud Farm Mafia, to discuss the band's transition from teenage friends to their current high-energy project. Following the March release of their debut EP, Did You Have a Good Weekend?, Bryant dives into the "stupid story" behind their name, their penchant for satirising … Continue reading Headline Act: Stud Farm Mafia
Interview: Winter Hotel
Since forming in 2017, Manchester’s Winter Hotel have built a reputation for their emotionally intense, genre-blurring take on hardcore - one that doesn’t just hit hard sonically, but unfolds through deeply narrative, story-driven worlds. In this interview, the band dives into how that storytelling evolved from individual tracks into fully realised concepts, and how they … Continue reading Interview: Winter Hotel