REVIEW: MEDIEVAL STEEL, Medieval Steel E.P.

 

MEDIEVAL STEEL, Medieval Steel E.P. (1984)

High Roller Records

Η κλαγγή των μετάλλων.

Ποτέ ίσως άλλοτε τέσσερα κομμάτια να έκρυβαν τέτοια μεταλλική πώρωση! Το κατακόκκινο ντεμπούτο μίνι άλμπουμ των πέντε μουσικών απ' το Μέμφις του Τενεσί είναι μία τέτοια περίπτωση. Τώρα που το αναλογίζομαι το Queensryche E.P. το. Armored Saint E.P., το Tyrants των Jag Panzer , το E.P. των Over Kill ή και το Helloween mini L.P. να ανήκουν στην ίδια κατηγορία με το ομώνυμο ντεμπούτο τους αυτό. Και πάλι η μικρή δόση των Medieval Steel, Warlords, Battle Beyond the Stars και το πιο μπαλαντοειδές Echoes είναι ικανή να δώσει αυτή την Heavy  Metal αίγλη που αναπολούμε ακούγοντας το κλασικό υλικό όλων αυτών των σχημάτων αυτής της περασμένης ανεπιστρεπτί εποχής.

English:

The Clang of Metal

Perhaps never before have four small releases carried such a metallic fury! The bright red debut mini-album from the five musicians of Memphis, Tennessee, is a perfect example. Looking back now, the Queensryche EP, Armored Saint EP, Tyrants by Jag Panzer, Overkill's EP, and Helloween's mini LP all belong to the same category as this eponymous debut. Once again, the small doses of Medieval Steel, Warlords, Battle Beyond the Stars, and the more melodic Echoes are enough to evoke the heavy metal glory we yearn for when listening to the classic material of these bands from that bygone era—an era that is gone forever.

Τάκης "Ε-Μortal One" Γιώτης!

MÄDHOUSE Releases Fiery New Music Video for "We Run Riot!”

 

Austrian glam metal band Mädhouse continues to dominate with their latest high-energy single, "We Run Riot!", accompanied by a striking new music video. Following their previous singles "Shotgun Rider" and "Wicked Hearts," the band gears up for the release of their highly anticipated fifth studio album, "Plead The Fifth", set for July 11, 2025, via ROAR Records.

Available on CD, limited edition vinyl (including a signed photocard), and digital formats, the album promises to deliver the band's signature sound of rebellious rage. Guitarist Mikky Stixx explains the inspiration behind "We Run Riot!": “It's about cohesion in society. We are loud, we are strong and we will never be told what to say. It's a big middle finger to governments, politicians and all the bourgeoisie who want to tell others how to live! - You hear our sound of rage from miles away...We run riot!”

Fans can expect an explosive mix of attitude and raw energy in the new track, reaffirming Mädhouse's place at the forefront of the glam metal scene.

MOB RULES Announce New Album with Exciting Single and Music Video

 

This summer, on August 22nd, North German power metal band MOB RULES will release their highly anticipated new studio album, “Rise Of The Ruler”, via ROAR. Following the debut single, “Back To Savage Land,” the band has now unveiled a captivating music video for their latest single, “Future Loom.”

Singer Klaus Dirks describes the track as “a fast yet very melodic song that breathes the spirit of old Helloween compositions.” He explains that the song’s lyrics follow the story of Dendayar, a young temple guardian who opposes a tyrannical ruler and evolves into a new leader, fitting into the album’s overarching concept.

MARTYR Announces New Album "Dark Believer"

 

Dutch metal powerhouse Martyr has revealed details of their highly anticipated upcoming studio album, titled "Dark Believer", set to be released on August 15th via ROAR! Records. Fans can look forward to a powerful new collection of tracks from the band known for their aggressive sound and technical prowess.

In support of the album, Martyr has premiered a video clip for the first single, the album’s monumental title track. The video showcases the band’s intense energy and dark thematic elements, giving fans an exciting glimpse into what’s to come.

NEW music video from STILL DUSK

 

Still Dusk, an emerging Greek band, was formed in December 2018 by former guitarist Nafsika Kardomatea. They began live performances in Athens in 2019, navigating multiple lineup changes and a hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Recently, Yannis Kemenides joined the band, boosting their creative energy.

In January 2023, they recorded their debut EP, which was released the following month to positive reviews both within the Greek underground scene and internationally, receiving praise from music magazine Music Arena GH.

On June 11th, Still Dusk will release their first full-length album titled "Chronicles of Dystopia" through the Dutch record label Rock Company. Don't miss the music video for their single "Insidious," released on May 9th, which showcases their unique style and sound.

REVIEW: GOTTHARD, G.

 

GOTTHARD, G. (1996)

BMG

Πέστε το το ομώνυμο τους.

Καθ' αρχάς επειδή οι εικόνες εξαπατούν, στο εξώφυλλο είναι τρία βότσαλα! Μέσα είναι η μάλλον παλιομοδίτικη Hair Rock που στην απέναντι μεριά του Ατλαντικού είχε ήδη αποτελέσει κομμάτι της ιστορίας της προηγούμενης δεκαετίας παρόλαυτα οι Ελβετοί Hard Rockers, επιμένουν στα ίδια μοτίβα για τα οποία είναι γνώριμοι. Δεκατρία κομμάτια που ανάθεμα αν τα ακούσει κάποιος πρώτη φορά κι δεν πει "Ανάσταση της Hair σκηνής". Steve Lee (RIP) φωνή, Leo Leoni κιθάρα, Mare Lynn μπάσο , Heba Habegger ντραμς δίνουν τον καλύτερο εαυτό των ... Skid Row, Whitesnake, Dokken με έντονες δόσεις Bon Jovi, Aerosmith και Kiss του 1985 και μετά, στη μουσική τους. Make My Day , Movin' On , Fist in your Face, Ride On, Lay Down the Law, Hole in the Sky είναι αξιοπρεπή κομμάτια αν και αυτό το άλμπουμ είναι μάλλον το πιο "αμερικάνικο" όλης της δισκογραφίας των Ελβετών και προσωπικά, δεν το συμπαθώ αρκετά.

English:

Say their name in their own words. 

First of all, because images can be deceiving, the cover features three pebbles! Inside, there is probably old-fashioned Hair Rock, which across the Atlantic had already become a part of the previous decade’s history. Nevertheless, the Swiss Hard Rockers stick to the same familiar motifs. Thirteen tracks that almost no one listens to for the first time without thinking, "Hair scene resurrection." Steve Lee (RIP) on vocals, Leo Leoni on guitar, Mare Lynn on bass, Heba Habegger on drums deliver their best, drawing influences from Skid Row, Whitesnake, Dokken, with strong doses of Bon Jovi, Aerosmith, and Kiss from 1985 and beyond, in their music. Make My Day, Movin' On, Fist in Your Face, Ride On, Lay Down the Law, Hole in the Sky are decent tracks, although this album is probably the most "American" in the entire Swiss discography, and personally, I don’t like it that much.

Τάκης "Ε-Μortal One" Γιώτης!

BLACK SONIC PEARLS Release Live Video

 

International alternative and modern rock band Black Sonic Pearls have unveiled a dynamic live video of their performance of "Doctor Alibi," featuring bassist Todd Kerns covering a Slash song from his self-titled album. The performance was filmed at the prestigious Metalfest Plzen Festival 2024.

Formed in late 2020, Black Sonic Pearls consists of Alex Blacksonic (Guitar), Arseniy Borodin (Vocals), Sergey Polyanskiy (Guitar), and Mikhael Kiriyushchenko (Drums). Drawing inspiration from the Seattle grunge scene of the '90s and the alternative metal wave of the 2000s, the band has rapidly gained recognition for their energetic live shows.

Throughout 2022 and 2023, they graced major metal festivals such as Masters Of Rock, Rock Castle, Metalheads Meeting, Midalidare Rock, and Dubai Metal Fest, sharing stages with legendary acts including Judas Priest, Ville Valo, Scorpions, and Pantera.

In exciting news, Black Sonic Pearls is set to join Slash on his Asian leg of the "The River Is Rising" tour in March 2024, marking a significant milestone in their rising career.