In just three months, rockers and metalheads will unite for the highly anticipated Moshville Rocktoberfest, a celebration of music and community at Ivory Blacks on 19th October. This year's festival promises an electrifying lineup, headlined by the powerhouse Glaswegians Six Year Silence. Known for their intense performances and raw energy, Six Year Silence is set … Continue reading Moshville Rocktoberfest – 3 months to go!
Author: Ricky
As Trevor Peres of Obituary once said, "Anything to do with Death, Dying or being Chopped In Half, then I'm into it". Been into death metal since the late 80's and a lover of dark ambient, its simply a case of opposites attract.
Interview: Dog Tired 20th Anniversary
This year marks the 20th anniversary of Dog Tired, a stalwart in the UK heavy metal scene. Emerging from the vibrant Scottish metal community in 2004, Dog Tired has carved a niche with their relentless riffs, powerful vocals, and electrifying performances. The band's journey is a testament to their enduring passion and skill. Dog Tired's … Continue reading Interview: Dog Tired 20th Anniversary
Interview: Stephan Gebedi of Hail of Bullets
In November, Agonia Records will take it upon themselves to re-release the self-titled Hail of Bullets debut EP from 2007 which led to the band being signed to Metal Blade. Having members from Asphyx, Thanatos, Houwitser and Gorefest (do I really need to tell you who?) shows you the level and quality of this Dutch … Continue reading Interview: Stephan Gebedi of Hail of Bullets
Interview: Paul MacMillan of Slow Dragon Music
I first met Paul when he reached out to me to be a judge at the Metal to the Masses Scottish final a couple of years ago. We have stayed in touch regularly since then and when both of us recently hit a brick wall recently preventing us from doing the things we love with … Continue reading Interview: Paul MacMillan of Slow Dragon Music
Ricky Interviews… Tymvos
Yet another quality old school death metal band adding to the OSDM scene up here in Scotland are Edinburgh-based band Tymvos. Having been active for only a couple of years, they have not long released their debut album World of Abominations through the brilliant underground record label Macho Recordings. For fans of mid-era Morbid Angel, … Continue reading Ricky Interviews… Tymvos
Ricky Interviews… James Shaffer
Steve Saunders from the groove laden metal band Spreading The Disease got in touch with me to inform me that James Shaffer was coming over from USA for a week to assist in the recording of the next EP from STD, as well as attend a few gigs with good friends Hedra. I must admit, … Continue reading Ricky Interviews… James Shaffer