Gig Review: Opeth / Grand Magus – Birmingham Symphony Hall (28th February 2025)

Opening the night were Swedish Trio, Grand Magus. Opening for a twisty and intricate band like Opeth is a difficult task and the contrast Grand Magus provided eased the fresh crowd into a different night than what many are used to – at least, for these bands. They were there to do what they do … Continue reading Gig Review: Opeth / Grand Magus – Birmingham Symphony Hall (28th February 2025)

Festival Review: Bloodstock 2024 – Sean M’s Review (Thursday / Friday)

Another year, another Bloodstock! Looking back I can’t believe this one has been my ninth festival. I’ve been going every year (except 2021) since I braved the journey alone as an anxious 21-year old for BOA 2014 and had the time of my life. It’s never been any different for me and this year was … Continue reading Festival Review: Bloodstock 2024 – Sean M’s Review (Thursday / Friday)

Bloodstock 2019 Interview: Grand Magus

Sweden is a focal point for metal (indeed, HammerFall will tell you that the bands there make "Sweden Rock"!), but Sabaton weren't the only blue and yellow-clad representatives at this year's Bloodstock. Step forward Grand Magus... Have you played Bloodstock before? We’ve played twice before so this is the third time. How does it feel … Continue reading Bloodstock 2019 Interview: Grand Magus

Friday Video Roundup: The Dollyrots, Terror, Grand Magus, Beyond Creation, Order of Voices, Freakangel

Here endeth the working week. Here beginneth six tracks to get that weekend blood pumping... The Dollyrots - "Babbling Idiot" Another lyric videos from the lovely Dollyrots' new LP, Whiplash Splash. You can still grab the album by helping out with their PledgeMusic campaign or listen to the whole thing on their website. Oh, and we reviewed … Continue reading Friday Video Roundup: The Dollyrots, Terror, Grand Magus, Beyond Creation, Order of Voices, Freakangel

Grand Magus set to headline Manor Fest

The one day festival in Keighley, West Yorkshire is to be graced by Swedish battle metal maestros Grand Magus on the 13th of May. They'll appear alongside Memoriam, Valafar and Gods of Hellfire, to name a few. This is shaping up to be a day of epic proportions! Leader of the pack JB says: We’re … Continue reading Grand Magus set to headline Manor Fest

Manor Fest announce headliner

First off, I just have to mention that I've known the guy organising Manor Fest for many years now and he's a hell of a bloke. Which makes it all the more pleasurable to announce their headliner as I know how excited he is about them. Topping the bill at next year's event in Keighley … Continue reading Manor Fest announce headliner