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
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Sounds from the Dark Side top albums of 2025 (until now)

Summer solstice is behind us and that means it’s time to take a look at the albums that have shaped the sound of the year so far.
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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Ghost – Skeletá
Dear readers: prepare to be Ghosted. Skeletá is now out. Continue reading
Hannah Mae – Rode Draad
Get ready for some Dutch music this time, courtesy of singer/songwriter Hannah Mae. Continue reading
Majestica – Power Train
All aboard the power train! Majestica is back! Continue reading
Album Year List (2024)
The Cure – Songs of a Lost World
After sixteen long years, The Cure is back with a new studio album and so, we review. Continue reading
Blood Incantation – Absolute Elsewhere
Here we go again. As soon as you finish your top 10 list, someone comes along to fuck it up. This year it’s Blood Incantation’s turn. Continue reading
Bruce Dickinson – The Mandrake Project
With the year slowly coming to an end it might finally be time to look back at Bruce Dickinson’s long-awaited The Mandrake Project that was released back in March. Continue reading
