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Alan Marsh

Tokyo Blade

Nothing is ever intentional, however, these unintentional cases could generate quite amazing surprises. Being one of the few remaining NWOBHM bands out there, Tokyo Blade has been keeping it vintage and classic, not putting attention to all the trends running around. Nonetheless, while doing as such, they came forth with their heaviest album to date, "Dark Revolution", signed to a new label, Dissonance Productions. Steinmetal had a chance to talk with the band's legendary frontman, Alan Marsh, about the new album, Covid-19, musical direction, local scene's music and more…

Robert Garven & Greg Lindstrom

Cirith Ungol

Back in 1972, in the shadows of Ventura, California, the American Version of Doom Metal was born in the name of CIRITH UNGOL. They were the foundation of the genre and inspired countless bands to follow in their footsteps. Between the years of 1981 and 1991, they offered 4 full-length albums and disappeared from the scene completely. In 2015, the seeds were planted for them to come back and take their crown back. 2020 saw the release of the first album in almost 30 years called ‘'Forever Black'', Jean-François Poulin had the privilege to sit down with the band and talk shop!

Mark Ruffneck

OZ

The Total Heavy Metal Heroes OZ Rebound With "Forced Commandments". No matter, and no matter how, some things will never change. When a band breathes and lives Heavy Metal, not as a religion or way of life, but simply because it brings them enjoyment, the end results are bound to be glorious and untamed. The long running Finnish band OZ, might have switched labels, but remained under the same distro roof, are once here again with "Forced Commandments", taking their fair share of old school Heavy Metal, going 2020 with finesse. Michael Francisco had the pleasure to talk in length with the band's founder Mark Ruffneck about early history, science, new label, new music and more...

Charles Elliot

Abysmal Dawn

The true face of society is actually divided into so many facets and versions, however, if there is one thing that unites all the frames together, ties them tightly, is that the feeling is that everything is going down, slowly. Time will tell if mankind will be able to learn from some of its mistake and just behave. However, most of us might not be here to know it. The American Death Metal starlets, Abysmal Dawn, have been tasting the awfulness of sitting at home due to the Covid-19, yet there is no hope lost. Their new album, "Phylogenesis", has enough juice in it to keep the expectations high from what is to be unleashed onstage. Steinmetal talked to Charles Elliot about the current situation, the new album, influences and directions, and more…

Jurgen Bruder

Heathen Foray

The Austrian melodic death metal band HEATHEN FORAY rather listened to the will of the people for their latest album, the excellent "Weltenwandel." Sung entirely in German, it's an emotional journey through the human condition, examining self-determination and societal pressure and even touching on a bit of political commentary.

Guitarist Jurgen Bruder provided some terrifically thorough insight into the band's fifth album in a fantastic email interview with Metal Temple writer Kira Schlechter; his responses to questions are below.

Niklas Stalvind

Wolf

While it has been exciting to see the New Wave Of Traditional Heavy Metal becoming more and more popular as of late, there have been bands that have carried the torch of Traditional Heavy Metal for as long as they've been in existence. WOLF has played this style of music from the beginning and they truly don't, according to the Facebook page bio, "give a shit about the flavor of the day. They play loud and make no excuses." On a lovely afternoon earlier this month,Metal Temple writer Joseth Radiant sat down with lead singer and guitarist Niklas "Viper" Stålvind to discuss the band's history, the double-edged sword that is religion, their upcoming release "Feeding the Machine," as well as nerding out about guitar gear.

Numa Rios

Two Face Sinner

It is understandable why some bands have been feeling disconnected from the nerve center of things, especially when you are far from it, which is at the moment, Europe. Covid-19 or not, bands from all over the world will still try to reach to the unholy grounds of Heavy Metal in the small continent. Two Face Sinner, an emerging Black / Death Metal from Peru, has been proving themselves worthy in their local ground, and felt the need to go forward. Signing with the Dutch Non Serviam Records, their goals known, they set out "Spiritual Nemesis" with a promise that Europe is next. Steinmetal had a chat with the band's leader, Numa Rios, about an opportunity given, trends in Black Metal, the new album and more…

Terje Olsen

Nexorum

A little while ago, who would have thought about the Covid-19 pandemic? Probably no one in this part of the world, yet the virus engines were already rolling. In the meantime, it was time to get to know the Norwegian Black / Death Metal band, Nexorum. It is only a guess, but taking no prisoners is their motto, unleashing one of the heaviest iron fists heard recently. With the release of "Death Unchained", via their new label, Non Serviam Records, Steinmetal had a chance to chat with Terje Olsen, vocals, to talk about the band's formation, early 90s Death Metal, the rise of "Death Unchained", sound and more…

Joakim Lindbäck Eriksson

Brothers Of Metal

Having the time of your life while making music, that is the key of keep it happening in the business, while of course being serious enough to come up with something that is worthwhile in the end. Moving forward in their career as an eight-piece band, signed to AFM Records, the Swedish Brothers Of Metal, the Vikings, released their sophomore "Emblas Saga", taking the music of their debut album forward, still enjoying themselves though. Prior to the Covid-19 and their tour with Elvenking, Steinmetal had a chat with vocalist Joakim Lindbäck Eriksson about the new album, the process within it, Vikings and more…

Tuomas Saukkonen

Wolfheart

If there's any band that seems to tap most deeply into Finland's national psyche, it has to be WOLFHEART. Resilient, tough, fiercely independent, in tune with their natural environment, and most importantly, with a work ethic second to none, the melodic death metal band is a true reflection of their origin.

Their stellar fifth album, "Wolves of Karelia," dives fully into their exploration of the little-known Winter War of 1939-1940. It comes hard on the heels of the equally brilliant "Constellation of the Black Light" (2018) and "Tyhjyys" (2017). Mastermind Tuomas Saukkonen, the band's singer, guitarist, and songwriter, spoke about the album in an email interview; the questions and answers follow:

Lance the King of Black Metal & Matthias Backwards

Witch Taint

Especially in times like these, to have a good giggle, laugh and a good parody, is a must. Though to be dark, grim and extreme, can has its magic. The news guys in the alley, all blackened and making fun of the actual gods of the subgenre from the lands of frost. Witch Taint don't really care of it is evil, they would make fun of it, and quite good actually. Something good for the soul. Coming up on Tee Pee Records, the boys release "Sons of Midwestern Darkness". Michael Francisco had a good talk, and laugh, with Lance the King of Black Metal & Matthias Backwards, the evil duo from the streets of Gary, Indiana. They pretty much talked about everything to be honest

Alexey Boganov

Welicoruss

The invasion of the North, the coming forces of the horde from the cold Siberia. Mystical and enchanting, the upcoming surge of power from the Russian lands is about to erupt at the heart of Europe, no matter the season. The arrival of Welicoruss was long time ago, yet year after year, putting a lot of work on their efforts to be recognized, their influence grew, and has been growing, stronger. Signing with a German label, alongside to release their new album "Siberian Heathen Horde", their time is now. Steinmetal had a talk with Alexey Boganov, the band's leader, about the new partnership, going English, a little virus chat and more…

Steve Rice

Kill Ritual

When it comes to the changing of the guard, there have been bands that needed that to happen. Though this turn of events can may as well be disastrous, yet, when there is a strong leader at the helm, pulling the strings, that next choice or decision in line, will probably be for the better than the other way around. Kill Ritual's Steve Rice, is a strong willed person, and he went forward strong with a new vocalist and a new album, going independently this time. Steinmetal once again had a chance to talk to Steve about "The Opaque and the Divine", Covid-19 and its damages, the new guy in town and more…

Alexandra Rutkowski & Jan Edel

Sabiendas

It has been said that man's nature is evil from his early youth. When challenging that saying, it could be argued that not all people are evil, and provided with evidence of good deeds, it appears to be a done discussion. However, what happens in times of utter despair, craziness and obsession. Those already proved to conquer spirits and therefore, brutality is shaped in varied facets. With Death Metal being the right subgenre to explore the world of brutality, even in a spiritual kind of way, the German Sabiendas ascertain to discuss taboo, the things that should not be, in their new record, "Repulsive Transgression". Steinmetal had a talk with veteran members, Alexandra Rutkowski & Jan Edel, about the new album, taboo, musical development, Covid-19 and more…

Chuck Billy

Testament

Where on can really go when the top is already there? Is there anything else to do once one' has all the tools at his side, all the experience to simply? That is a great thought, but it never really stopped Testament from going on forward, simply taking every bit that they have and create the massiveness that is time and time again stronger than previously. With the arrival of "Titans Of Creation", there was no doubt that they pushed themselves creatively, made it happen for their old school and newer fans, crossing generations of pure Thrash Metal, going deadly. Michael Francisco talked to Chuck Billy about the new album and its musical progress, out of the band stuff, Eric's singing in Testament and more…

Mark Dexter

Dexter Ward

In the days were everything was true. It must have been a long time ago, as if it feels that in the digital age, being true is rather hard, unless one has convincing methods in order to let others think that he or she are true. However, we have to settle with a world of plastic and social disconnect, maybe even find the advantages and take them in to account. Bringing the wonders of Epic Metal to the table, the Greek / Italian effort Dexter Ward unleash "III", sharing their dedication and appreciation of the old days of Metal music, capitalizing with an exquisite result. Steinmetal had the privilege to have a chat with Mark Dexter, the band's voice, about the new album, Covid-19, philosophies, Metal and more…

Oskar Jacobsson

Ambush

If there is one thing that appears even more logical right now is why become a religious extremist if you have Heavy Metal at your side. If one has no idea, it should land on him/her link a ton of bricks. Surging as a force to be reckoned with, one of Sweden's Heavy Metal mighty warriors come through with an album that is bound to bang some heads and raise some eyebrows. Ambush have been of the old guard ever since their inception and with their new "Infidel", nothing really changed, and honestly, it was good to hear that. Steinmetal had a talk with Oskar Jacobsson, the masterful voice of the band, about the ideas behind the album, musical achievement, Covid-19 and more…

Anja Irullo, Tony Tomasicchio, Larry Ozen Amati, Marco Monno, Luca Basile

Elegy of Madness

Fans of music can attest that 2020 has been an eventful year. There have been numerous new metal releases in this first quarter of the year alone that have exceeded the expectations of many fans. "Invisible World" by ELEGY OF MADNESS out of Taranto, Italy dropped on January 24th, 2020 and has dazzled fans around the globe with their beautiful and heavy symphonic metal sound. Personally, I have not put this album down since I first listened to it and it currently occupies the top spot for 2020 releases. ELEGY OF MADNESS have achieved a unique and engaging sound by combining elements of Middle Eastern culture, the beautiful voice of Anja Irullo with an impressive backbone of heavy metal and orchestra. They made a bold and successful artistic choice by performing the album live with the GOJ Symphonic Orchestra in Italy and will hopefully be able to release the performance this year as a live CD/DVD package.

And yet, with all of the momentum gained with the release of "Invisible World" and a few live performances on the calendar, the band was thrown off by an event that has shaken the entire world: COVID19, a virus that has grown to pandemic levels. ELEGY OF MADNESS is not alone; bands around the world were forced to cancel tours in the middle of their runs and flee to their homes to live in isolation for the time being. However, the band has responded with positivity and have taken to their Facebook and other social media accounts to engage fans and keep our minds off the terrible situation. Metal Temple writer Joseph Brewer reached out to them for a formal interview to find out more about the members of the band, their history, and their thoughts behind "Invisible World".

Gianbattista Manenti & Henjo Richter

The Unity

We don't need the tyrants, we don't need the Covid-19 pandemic, we need our freedom, to get back out there in the starts. Perhaps after all this is over, we will rethink some of the choices made up until now and take a different course of action that would even better our lives than earlier, prior to pandemic. The Unity, the powerful supergroup of extra great musicians, have a plan to keep up the moral with superb Hard Rock / Heavy Metal. Their third album, "Pride" is already out and there is a reason to be proud. Steinmetal had a talk with vocalist Gainbattista Manenti and guitarist Henjo Richter about how everything went through with the album and how the band made another step in their musical progress.

Marty Robinson

Fleshwolf

Today, Metal Temple Writer Aurora Kuczek has the pleasure of talking with FLESHWOLF, a Swedish-styled death metal project from Belfast, Ireland. FLESHWOLF is a one-man project by Marty Robinson, who records, promotes and creates all of the music for the project. FLESHWOLF has released three singles in 2019 called "Deathstare," "The Rot," and "Trench," but has been working on their music since 2018. Their self-entitled album will be coming out on May 1st of this year, and it consists of a total of eight tracks. FLESHWOLF has strong critiques on human societies and political makeup, which are visible throughout the pieces. FLESHWOLF, Marty, thank you for being here today.

Sean Hetherington

Intense

There has been a thought that the new Intense album has a connection, in a certain way to the Covid-19 pandemic running around. However, call it a coincidence, a weird one as it feels right in place. However, the English band had a different plan set in motion. Releasing "Songs Of A Broken Future", their album after years of expectance, it was time for Steinmetal to have a talk with the band's long runner, Sean Hetherington about the album's true meaning, musical progress of the band, the intensity of the music, and more…

Reverend Mick Finnegan

Finnegan's Hell

FINNEGAN's HELL recently released their latest album titled "Work is the Curse of the Drinking Class." Metal Temple writer Kira Schlechter recently caught up with the band to discuss their latest album, and more. Check it out here!

Jose Masia

The Third Grade

THE THIRD GRADE, A Progressive Metal band from Spain, recently released "Of Fire and Ashes Pt. 2." Metal Temple Editor Kai Naiman recently caught up with the band to discuss the current state of Covid 19, the new album, and other things...check it out here!

Sandy McRitchie

Satan's Empire

Yes, now there is a regret that there wasn't a chance to listen to the debut album of Satan's Empire, clearly a miss but a lesson learned is a lesson to be kept. One of the cases of bands of the early British Metal era, NWOBHM, that should have been provided with a better attention. After coming up with a deal with the local Dissonance Productions, Satan's Empire returns with a sophomore record, "Hail The Empire", a strong title for a tough album. Steinmetal had a chance to talk to veteran guitarist Sandy McRitchie, about the new release, covid-19, musical progress, and more…

Gautier Serre

Igorrr

Unique Metal band IGORRR recently released their latest album, "Spirituality and Distortion." Metal Temple Editor-In-Chief Dave "That Metal Guy" Campbell recently caught up with composer Gautier Serre to talk about the new album and the band in general. Here is what Gautier had to say!

Thomas "Tommy Lee" Metzler

Mortician

Remembering the old gods that made it all happen for us, as if they were dishing us on a platter everything that we like to listen and admire. Most of us call these people heroes, they were the founders, true visionaries. Gladly, there is a fair share of them that is still there with us, for some still serving as a totem of the true nature of Metal music. The veteran Austrians, Mortician, have been entrusting themselves to the classics, creating a fine tradition. With their new album "Titans" coming in, Steinmetal had a chat with guitarist Thomas Metzler, about the virus, new album, music and more…

Mark Wright, Alex Incubus, Aceyguys, Dave J

Game Zero

GAME ZERO have released their 2nd album W.A.R (We Are Right) under Art Gates Records on Feb 28th 2020. The band from Rome, Italy speak today with Metal Temple editor Jojo Hamilton about the new album and more.

Athenar

Midnight

Metal Temple writer Eric Poulin recently caught up with MIDNIGHT's Athenar to talk about his one-man project, and the recently released album titled "Rebirth by Blasphemy." Check out what they discussed here!

Jamie Graham & Ross McLellan

Viscera

What an evening this shall be: VISCERA support LORNA SHORE; INGESTED, BEYOND CREATION & the headlining behemoth: DECAPITATED. Having been offered the chance to interview former members from giant acts such as: HEART OF A COWARD; ABHORRENT DECIMATION, DEFILED; NERVECELL, and SURFACES - this gig (to put it simply) is not to be missed. Already it is a stellar lineup, and with the band in question I get to talk with these titans of Modern Tech Death/Deathcore amalgamations. Already converging an inspired seminal of 90s/00s – notably PANTERA; MESHUGGAH, DECAPITATED; AT THE GATES, THE BLACK DAHLIA MURDER & KILLSWITCH ENGAGE. Live at London's Ulu Live, Student Central at Melet Street - Rising Merch present Faces Of Death who claim this tour to be one of the heaviest of 2020. A bold statement for sure, yet likely accurate! Metal Temple writer Craig Rider caught up with the guys from VISCERA. Check it out!

Carlo Andrea Magnani

Vision Divine

Before all the stuff that has been happening with the outbreak worldwide, to discover that everything could have been done for with Vision Divine, was a little alarming and surprising. Thankfully, all is well with the band and they appear to keep pushing forward, and quite impressively as always. Generating a new Power Metal feature that is bound to knock to some heads of, "When All the Heroes Are Dead" it out there in the open, telling the story of the current generation that forgot the heroes. Steinmetal had a pleasure to talk to Carlo Andrea Magnani, founder of the band, about the new album, appreciation of those that made it happen, new frontman, music and more…

Steven "Vo" Simpson & Dom Simpson

Darker Half

With all the things going on worldwide, one cannot ignore that things are still going forward in terms of musical releases. The more interesting thing is that around the world, bands are still trying to get to the center mass, which is Europe. Darker Half, from Australia, recently signed with the German Massacre Records for the release of their new album, "If You Only Knew", taking a path into a darker future of music. Steinmetal had a chance to talk with the Simpsons, Steven and Dom, about the new album, the new taken approach into Europe, musical progress and more…

Thomas Cope

Past the Fall

PAST THE FALL recently released their latest album titled "From Insanity's Ruin." Metal Temple writer Sergio Andres recently caught up with Vocalist and Guitarist Thomas Cope, to talk a little bit about the new album.

Stevie Joe Armstrong

Green Haze

GREEN HAZE are a GREEN DAY tribute band who have become a highly demanded & booked band around the UK. Today the bands Stevie Joe Armstrong, singer of the band takes the time to speak to Metal Temple editor Jojo Hamilton.

Pedro Pita

Midnight Priest

Things are about to get musically darker, haunting, capturing the ear. There are clear signs of nostalgia alongside the interest in the occult along with treading within old movies. These aspects have been one of the most interesting cohesions within Metal, in comparison to most genres that don't really pay much attention to the darkened features, which are part of our society, and cannot be denied. Releasing their third album, praising the good ol' arts of Heavy Metal, the Portuguese Midnight Priest comes out with "Aggressive Hauntings", via Metal On Metal Records. Steinmetal had a chat with Pedro "Iron Fist" Pita about the new record, musical progress and more…

Vlad

Necrowretch

Taking a turn from the sheer brutality into the belly of spiritualism, the French Necrowretch strive to elevate their music into new boundaries. However, with the sense towards brutality is still there, unleashing itself into the spirit, messing it up, to be ready to face the beast. With the release of their next in line Death Metal offering, "The Ones From Hell", Steinmetal had the pleasure to talk to the band's leader, Vlad, about the essence that consumes him while writing, the travels to Istanbul for inspiration, development, challenges and more…

Rodrigue Soudant / John Berry / Lord Sabathan / Thomas Exhumator

Slaughter Messiah

Playing and writing music for a cause hasn't been really something common nowadays, and not necessarily the Metal market. Going against everything that is trendy, taking a different path, even though not really knowing where it leads, or that the chances to make something out of it will take a while to bear fruit. Slaughter Messiah didn't really care, they write music and play based on their belief system, and they carried it out impressively on their debut "Cursed To The Pyre". Steinmetal had a chance to talk with the members of the band about the debut album, dark lyricism, true Metal music and more…

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