The 1980s were the golden age of heavy metal excess. Bands weren’t just playing shows – they were living out larger-than-life adventures on the road, filled with chaos, decadence and the kind of stories that would get most people arrested,…
When “Operation: Mindcrime” came out in 1988, it raised the bar for heavy metal. It changed the rules. With its cinematic storyline, razor-sharp political commentary and progressive musical ambition Queensrÿche magnum opus became one of the most influential concept albums…
Today in Metal History – January 17th January 17th 2000 Sentenced – “Crimson” “Crimson” is the sixth album by the Finnish gothic metal band Sentenced. “Killing Me Killing You” a melancholic masterpiece with haunting melodies and emotional depth from “Crimson”.…
On This Day in Metal – December 23rd December 23rd 1989 Death SS – “Black Mass” “Black Mass” is the second studio album by the Italian heavy metal band Death SS. “In the Darkness” emerges as the standout track from…
On This Day in Metal – December 11th December 11th 2020 Deeds of Flesh – “Nucleus” “Nucleus” is the ninth studio album by Californian death metal band Deeds of Flesh. “Alyen Scourge” stands out as the brutal highlight of “Nucleus”.…
Formed amidst the vibrant energy of Hollywood, California in 1981, Mötley Crüe swiftly rose to prominence within the American heavy metal scene. Initially anchored by bassist Nikki Sixx, drummer Tommy Lee, and guitarist/lead vocalist Greg Leon, the band embarked on…
