Join Weezy as she sits down with Olly from Mercers to talk all about the band’s latest single, their upcoming EP, and the exciting plans ahead. The conversation dives into the deeper themes behind Mercers music, including political messages, personal experiences, and the importance of mental health. To round things off, Weezy puts Olly through … Continue reading Video Interview: Olly of Mercers.
Gig Review: Black Label Society / Venom Inc. / Dark Chapel – O2 Academy, Glasgow (28th May 2026)
This past Thursday in the peak of Glasgow summer (the random four days we get in May), a mass of metalheads young and old descended on the O2 Academy. The gig was sold out well in advance to see what was Black Label Society's first Glasgow show since their 2015 gig at the departed ABC. … Continue reading Gig Review: Black Label Society / Venom Inc. / Dark Chapel – O2 Academy, Glasgow (28th May 2026)
Guardians of Purgatory release technical new single Guardians of Hell
Mississauga, Ontario-based progressive thrash metal outfit Guardians of Purgatory have officially released their ferocious new single, "Guardians of Hell." The track delivers an intricate showcase of the band's signature style, which pairs classic speed metal velocity with technical, modern precision. Formed in December 2025 by multi-instrumentalists Rylan Jones (vocals/guitar) and Magnus Chien (bass), the project … Continue reading Guardians of Purgatory release technical new single Guardians of Hell
Gig Review: ALT BLK ERA / Lo Rays / Kleo – G2, Glasgow (24th May 2026)
On the hottest day in Scotland so far this year, ALT BLK ERA and their crew brought the heat to the Garage’s G2 with a support lineup of local performers Kleo and Lo Rays. Kleo has got to have one of the most interesting concepts that I’ve heard in a while, performing as what is … Continue reading Gig Review: ALT BLK ERA / Lo Rays / Kleo – G2, Glasgow (24th May 2026)
Video Interview: Oliver of Broadside at Slam Dunk 2026
Our Sunshine Weezy at Slam Dunk Festival chats to Oliver Baxter from Broadside as they talk about the energy of their festival set and also dive into the band’s latest album, unpacking the themes that run through their music — especially the importance of connection, honesty, and creating songs that can resonate with people who … Continue reading Video Interview: Oliver of Broadside at Slam Dunk 2026
Festival Review: Uprising 2026
For those who have never made the pilgrimage, it is tempting to describe Uprising simply as a metal festival. But that reductive label does a disservice to something that has, year after year, evolved into something far more nuanced, community-focused, and gloriously independent than the word “festival” tends to conjure. This is not a corporation … Continue reading Festival Review: Uprising 2026