Falconer is dead, long live Falconer! We review their last hurrah. Continue reading
Author Archives: Ralph Plug
Alestorm – Curse of the Crystal Coconut
The pirates of Alestorm are back with a sixth record so grab your rum, eyepatch and parrot and let’s see what’s up! Continue reading
Nightwish – Human. :II: Nature.
We take a long hard look at Nightwish’s new opus and come away not entirely convinced.
Burning Witches – Dance with the Devil
With their third album it seems Burning Witches have finally found their sweet spot. Time to do some dancing with the devil. Continue reading
Lovebites – Electric Pentagram
It’s power metal March with Japan’s Lovebites dropping their excellent third album. Get ready to headbang. Continue reading
Magnum – The Serpent Rings
As Magnum closes in on their fifty year anniversary, they release a remarkably good 21st album. Let’s investigate. Continue reading
Brothers of Metal – Emblas Saga
Grab your mead-filled horns, Brothers of Metal are back for round two! Continue reading
Blind Guardian Twilight Orchestra – Legacy of the Dark Lands
Twenty years in the making, Blind Guardian’s full-orchestral album has finally dropped. Let’s see if it was worth the wait. Continue reading
Wilderun – Veil of Imagination
Thought your best of 2019 lists was all but settled? Think again as Wilderun drops their stellar third album.
Atlantean Kodex – The Course of Empire
Germany’s Atlantean Kodex dropped its third album and it’s stunning. Here’s our review. Continue reading
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