Well... that was fun. Another Bloodstock done and a different experience to the usual for a few reasons. Regardless, I left Catton Hall on the Monday morning knowing I'd miss it until August 2025 which looks like being an absolute belter. But this review is about 2024, not the incredible bands already announced for next … Continue reading Bloodstock 2024: Mosh’s Review (Thursday / Friday)
Tag: Hellripper
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)
Album Review: Hellripper – Warlocks Grim and Withered Hags
Ever since digging into Scotland’s metal scene 5 or so years ago, Hellripper have became one of my favourite homegrown bands. It makes me a proud fan to watch them as an example of a band growing over the years from early self-produced EPs to landing a deal with a reputable label like the legendary … Continue reading Album Review: Hellripper – Warlocks Grim and Withered Hags
Video Interview: Hellripper
Hellripper have released one of those albums that will be talked about for many years after its release. Warlocks Grim & Withered Hags has set the standard for how blackened thrash should sound nowadays and will certainly take James McBain and his band to the next level. I was delighted to have this interview with … Continue reading Video Interview: Hellripper
Gig Review: Hellripper / Devastator / Insurgency / Tyrannus / Night Fighter – The Flying Duck, Glasgow (11th February 2023)
It feels like it’s been an age since my last gig at Moshville Winter Fest. However as our first gig proved, some of the best metal to be found is in the underground. You never know who’s stomping your local scene til you do some digging, then events like tonight’s gathering feel a little more … Continue reading Gig Review: Hellripper / Devastator / Insurgency / Tyrannus / Night Fighter – The Flying Duck, Glasgow (11th February 2023)
2020 Crew Review: Sean M – Contributor
It’s coming to the end of 2020 and on the whole, it’s been memorable for all the wrong reasons. Lockdown restrictions as a result of COVID-19 has greatly impacted most people’s lives in one way or another, and some semblance of normality still seems far away. However, the arts and entertainment has been one of … Continue reading 2020 Crew Review: Sean M – Contributor