Happy 2026, people! Let’s kick it off with our review of Beyond the Black’s Break the Silence. Continue reading
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Album Year List (2025)
Sabaton – Legends
Sabaton has returned to the frontlines. But will this battle be Legendary or not? Let’s find out. Continue reading
Arjen Anthony Lucassen – Songs No One Will Hear
Aren’t we tired of Arjen Anthony Lucassen and his endless array of projects by now? Not at all, so let’s dive into his fantastic new solo album. Continue reading
Helloween – Giants & Monsters
Helloween are back with their second album since the reunion. Will this be another delicious treat, or will we be tricked this time around? Let’s find out. Continue reading
[Live Review] Ayreon at An Amazing Flight Through Time – 30th Anniversary, 013, Tilburg
Has it really been thirty years since Ayreon debuted with The Final Experiment? Are we really that old? Apparently so because this weekend it was celebration time. Continue reading
Church of the Sea – Eva
Just so you know, Church of the Sea’s Eva is a serious contender for one of my favourite albums of the year. Does it demand a review then? You bet. Continue reading
Ofnus – Valediction
Welsh black metallers Ofnus have released their second album all the way back in February, so it’s about time we gave it a well-deserved listen. Continue reading
[Live Review] Iron Maiden, Gelredome Arnhem
Iron Maiden is now fifty years old and that requires celebrating. The party was had in Arnhem and we were invited. Or at least, bought tickets for it. There was no cake. Continue reading
Epica – Aspiral
Dutch symphonic metal masters Epica have returned for their tenth platter of typical uplifting, orchestral metal and we’re ready for it.
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