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Thunderor unleash new single “Pump Up The Volume”

Canadian heavy metal outfit Thunderor, led by JJ Tartaglia (vocals, drums, Skull Fist) and Jonny Nesta (guitar, formerly of Skull Fist), with Brycen Gunn on bass, have unleashed their electrifying new single “Pump Up The Volume.” This track marks the first preview of their forthcoming second album Bleed For It, scheduled for release in March 2026. Known for their signature blend of arena rock, opera, and heavy metal, Thunderor deliver soaring vocals, powerful choruses, and an energy that encourages fans to embrace life with passion and courage.

The single also serves as the opening number for Thunderor The Musical, the band’s ambitious rock opera that debuted at the Toronto Fringe Festival in 2025. The promotional video even features a cameo appearance from Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow, adding a unique touch to the release.

“This one is a lot of fun. Turn up the music, pump up your life, Pump Up The Volume! It’s also the opening number for the Musical, and it sets the mood nicely. Although the rest of the album ventures to many different places. Special thanks to Olivia Chow and the City of Toronto for her cameo in the promo clip, super cool.” – JJ Tartaglia

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YfEG-0n0iz4&feature=youtu.be

Following their acclaimed debut, Thunderor’s second album “Bleed For It” demonstrates growth in both songwriting and performance. The record features stronger vocals, expansive choruses, and a balance of raw heavy metal energy with theatrical storytelling. As a concept album, it doubles as the official soundtrack to Thunderor The Musical, guiding listeners through themes of love, struggle, and perseverance.

The band draws inspiration from icons such as Meat Loaf, Van Halen, Bruce Springsteen, The Darkness, H.E.A.T., Night Flight Orchestra, and their own roots in Skull Fist, creating a modern spin on classic heavy and hair metal.

“Bleed For It” will be released on March 27th, 2026, with a limited vinyl bundle available for pre-order:

Vinyl Bundle Pre-Order

Tour Dates

Canada Tour 2026 with Burning Witches

• April 20 – Piranha Bar, Montreal QC
• April 21 – La Source De La Martiniere, Quebec City QC
• April 22 – The Brass Monkey, Ottawa ON
• April 23 – The Garrison, Toronto ON

Scandinavia Tour 2026 with Chris Holmes (W.A.S.P.)

• May 15 – Nordic Noise, Copenhagen Denmark
• May 16 – Godset, Kolding Denmark
• May 27 – The Abyss, Gothenburg Sweden
• May 28 – Muskelrock, Blädinge Sweden
• May 29 – Lokstallet, Skövde Sweden
• May 30 – Gjerdrum Rock Club, Gjerdrum Norway
• May 31 – Sjøboden Live Scene, Mandal Norway

More info: Boonsdalerecords.com/thunderor | Facebook | Instagram | Music Nova Scotia

About Thunderor

Formed in 2020 by multi-JUNO-nominated musicians JJ Tartaglia and Jonny Nesta, Thunderor deliver hook-filled anthems that channel the spirit of arena rock while weaving in heavy metal, hair metal, and rock opera influences.

Their debut album “Fire It Up” (2022) reached #1 on Earshot’s National Loud Chart in Canada, cementing their reputation as a rising force in the global metal scene. Extensive tours across Europe, Canada, Mexico, and South America followed, with Thunderor sharing stages with acts such as Airbourne, U.D.O., Enforcer, and Night Demon.

In May 2024, their single “Get ‘Em Counted” surpassed 230K views on YouTube, building anticipation for their next chapter. In summer 2025, Thunderor premiered Thunderor The Musical at the Toronto Fringe Festival, a bold rock opera featuring unreleased material that now forms the foundation of their upcoming album.

Set for release in March 2026, “Bleed For It” will feature the high-energy single “Pump Up The Volume,” a track that captures the band’s uplifting spirit and theatrical edge. With enhanced vocals, bigger choruses, and a concept-driven narrative, the album promises to be both a soundtrack to the musical and a standalone heavy metal experience.

#1 #arenaRock #bleedForIt #glamRock #hardRock #HeavyMetal #musical #NewSingle #NewWaveOfTraditionalHeavyMetal #NWOTHM #PumpUpTheVolume #SkullFist #thenwothm #Tnunderor

Live roundup #39

We are back with another live roundup showing you some of the best gigs and festivals coming up in the near future! Buying in advance both supports bands and festivals helping to make sure shows go ahead! So what are you waiting for, go and grabs some tickets!

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#1 Haunt

More info: https://www.facebook.com/hauntthenation

#2 2 Minutes To Tulsa 2026

More info: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091898229431

#3 Speed Queen

More info: https://fb.me/e/88lj0eOFj

#4 Enforcer

More info: https://www.instagram.com/enforcerofficial

#5 Hëiligen

More info: https://www.instagram.com/heiligenheavymetal/

#6 Rock Hard Festival 2026

More info: https://www.rockhard.de/rhfestival

#7 FullMetal Osthessen 

More info: https://www.facebook.com/FullMetalOsthessen

#8 Tyrannt

More info: https://www.instagram.com/tyrannband/

#9 High Voltage La Ceja

More info: https://www.instagram.com/revenge.speedmetal/

#10 Messiah + Amethyst & Klaw

More info: http://www.Eisenwerk.ch

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Support the scene: Eld Varg (Scotland)

I recently came across a Scottish heavy metal band that caught my attention by the name of Eld Varg. This trio have been around since 2013 and already have a stack of releases out.And now they are celebrating the release of their new record “Destroyer” As you know merch is a big part for any bands income so I wanted to show just what they have to offer over on their official web shop!

Web shop: https://www.eldvarg.com/category/all-products

Remember buying physical merch always goes so much further. It puts more money in bands pockets, helping them to do what they do best and that is deliver the metal! So if you love the bands music and can do so, grab some merch and help keep the metal flame burning!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IKzl_Hwpgaw&list=RDIKzl_Hwpgaw&start_radio=1

Links

Website: https://www.eldvarg.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eldvargofficial

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DQeunHdDIdc/

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Helvetets Port: Tomas Ericson on inspiration vs influence

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I am sometimes asked the question of what has inspired or influenced Helvetets Port’s music. I am sure these terms are interchangeable to some, but to me the question has made my brain rev up to a higher degree than I expected. Perhaps because I have felt there is a difference that I should take more seriously in order to answer the question. In this article I would like to make a distinction between inspiration and influence: the former is something that can act as a “muse”, or something which you strive for, even if it is not necessarily heard in your music. Whereas influence is something that could be more clearly heard, or an “inspiration that has broken through” if you will. Let us start with five sources of inspiration and why it stays on that side of the fence:

Thor (CAN) – Unchained (1983) and Only the Strong (1985)

This is peak efficiency in songwriting. The songs are straightforward and catchy without being cheerful or predictable. I often see my songs getting out of hand when it comes to complexity and abstruseness at the writing stage, and then I try to think “more Thor”. No one could do it quite like them though. They could get seriously epic and heavy with the same simplicity in songs like When Gods Collide and Ride of the Chariots, and it is genius level.

Killen (USA) – Restless is the Witch (1989)

This is perhaps not so much a direct musical inspiration, rather a “heavy metal-philosophical” one. On this cassette, particularly on the two songs that are unique for this release – Birth of a King and The Resurrection/Vampire – Killen demonstrate the ways in which you can warp heavy metal to its limits while still being impervious of accusations of deviating from trueness. And, check out the video of “Scream in the Night” on Youtube for some serious overall coolness inspiration. Their full-length album from 1987 is also a major lesson in giving zero fucks.

Witch Cross (DEN) – Fit for Fight (1984)

In heavy metal there are two overarching themes with their respective moods, from which all sub-themes stem. The old and the new (well, 80s new). The old is the ancient or medieval; fantasy, the epic stuff. The new is the (80s) contemporary, nightlife, street level stuff. And although Witch Cross can excel in the former (especially on some older demo stuff) it is in the “new” category where they truly set the ultimate mood. The first minute of “Light of a Torch” and “Face of a Clown” is like the equivalent of 100 Stranger Things first seasons. It’s all you need if you want to get in the mood to make neon light music – but never to be equalled.

Tyrant (Gloucester, UK) and Tyrant (Mansfield, UK)

For two bands with the same name from the same country to be inseparable regarding the same kind of inspiration is a cosmic fluke. But there they stand, as the two most important bastions of the medieval sub-theme of the “old” category. One of them only having recorded two songs. Listen to a few Tyrant songs and you have bathed yourself in enough medieval melancholy to subtract a few hundred years from the atmosphere of the music you write next. Highlights if I have to choose: “Day of the Knight” and “Shadows of the Night”.

Overkill (Winnenden, GER) – Demo (1984)

It is difficult to be directly musically influenced by these Germans, perhaps because all the songs are so different from each other, but each superb in their own way. Heavy Metal Forces, the catchy anthem; The Iron Sword, the medieval epic song and Killers in the Dawn, a number that surpasses the meanness of all thrash metal while being classic heavy metal. They are a major inspiration when it comes to varying your songs without losing the core, and also to try and change your vocal colour depending on the song.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IBxKivzih7I

And here are five sources of influence and it turns out to be a somewhat patriotic list:

Gotham City (SWE)

The elephant in the room, the influence of all influences! Notwithstanding the music, the sharp-sighted can probably tell that our logo and the artwork to our first single are heavily influenced by Gotham City. They are the main reason I got into obscure heavy metal and the main influence to start Helvetets Port. Their music has the perfect blend of coolness, quirkiness and regalness. Right now I am working on a song which is especially influenced by them, called “We Played Heavy Metal”.

Heavy Load (SWE)

There is always a bit, small or big, of Heavy Load and especially Ragne Wahlquist in one’s guitar playing, singing and songwriting. It is as though their work is the template for heavy metal. When you sit down with a guitar, there is always this little quick subconscious process in your head of “what is guitar playing all about?” in order to get your bearings as to what you are about to do with that strange object in your lap. And that subconscious backdrop is made by Heavy Load. The melancholy and earnestness, the E minor riffs that can always lead to greatness.

Kim Sixx (DEN) – Demo 1984

Kim Sixx in my opinion have the most commendable mix of guitar playing “tools” out of any band. There is perfect division of riffs, rhythm, licks, solos and melodies. Of course not only the division but the way it is played. This, and the fact that they might be the most true template of a classic heavy metal band imaginable, is a huge influence and inspiration. On a song like “Ruled with an Iron Hand”, I tried to summon the guitar practices of Kim Sixx.

Rising (SWE) – The Show is Over (song from the “Just One Bite …” demo 1984)

Now I am going to talk about a couple of songs that have distinct parts that have left an everlasting impression and which I feel I can never really fully explore, an itch that never goes away. For this Rising song it is about the very end, where it is almost like they are starting a new, awesome song and then it stops. It is the ultimate risky “kill your idols” technique in songwriting, creating a yearning that you as a songwriter want to almost fulfill but not quite. This I tried to recreate in the ending of “Cry of the Night”.

Zone Zero (SWE) – Evil Dream (B side from the “Heavy Metal” 7″ 1982)

With the Zone Zero song it is a similar deal in changing parts, but a more abrupt change and preferably more in the middle of the song. The time I first heard the tempo change in Evil Dream might be the most significant listening experience in my life and I get goosebumps just thinking about it. It shows that if you have written a cool part you can just brute force it into whatever place your heart feels like. Having it become as mind-blowing as in Evil Dream is a different matter though. Some places where I have attempted it is for example in “The Invincible” when the lone riff starts, and “Stan Brinner” when the final kind of chorus starts, and many more. Basically, whenever there is a part change that is not very “natural”, the spirit of Evil Dream looms over it.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FPgrKjyJrqM

Conclusion by TheNwothm

For Tomas Ericson, Helvetes Port is shaped by inspiration that sparks imagination and influence that leaves its mark in sound. Together they create a vision that balances tradition with individuality, keeping the old spirit of heavy metal alive in a unique way.

How do you see it? Does heavy metal thrive more on unseen muses or on the influences we can clearly hear? Let us know!

Photo Credit: Sabrina (Visual_Evidence) 

#heavyMetal #helvetetsPort #inspirationVsInfluence #newWaveOfTraditionalHeavyMetal #nwothm #thenwothm #thenwothmCom #tomasEricson #tradMetal #traditionalHeavyMetal

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We’re expanding the team at TheNwothm.com and we’re still looking for new contributors to help us grow! If you think you’ve got what it takes, check out the details below and send in your application.

About us TheNwothm.com is your ultimate destination for everything related to the New Wave of Traditional Heavy Metal. From the latest news and reviews to exclusive interviews and beyond, we celebrate and elevate this vibrant genre. The site was founded in 2023 with one clear goal: to shine a spotlight on NWOTHM bands from every corner of the globe.

Why join us? This site wouldn’t be what it is today without our dedicated team of writers, who live and breathe NWOTHM. We’re small but committed, united by a shared love for the genre and a drive to spread the word. Now we’re looking for voluntary contributors who share that passion. Join us in amplifying the voices of incredible bands and be part of a growing community of like-minded enthusiasts.

Benefits of writing for TheNwothm 🏆

• Get your writing in front of thousands of metal fans
• Review new music before release
• Opportunities to interview bands when available
• Press passes to shows (based on input and availability)

Must haves ❤️

• Ability to write in English
• Basic understanding of WordPress
• Passion for NWOTHM and related genres

What will help your application ✅

• Willingness to contribute weekly
• Ability to turn pieces around quickly
• Initiative to source news and features
• Clear communication via Slack
• Genuine passion for writing and heavy metal

What we are not looking for ❌

• Poor or irregular communication
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• Writers already covering the same niche elsewhere

If you have any questions about contributing, don’t hesitate to get in touch—we’ll be happy to answer.

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Write for us

We’re expanding the team at TheNwothm.com and we’re still looking for new contributors to help us grow! If you think you’ve got what it takes, check out the details below and send in your application.

About us TheNwothm.com is your ultimate destination for everything related to the New Wave of Traditional Heavy Metal. From the latest news and reviews to exclusive interviews and beyond, we celebrate and elevate this vibrant genre. The site was founded in 2023 with one clear goal: to shine a spotlight on NWOTHM bands from every corner of the globe.

Why join us? This site wouldn’t be what it is today without our dedicated team of writers, who live and breathe NWOTHM. We’re small but committed, united by a shared love for the genre and a drive to spread the word. Now we’re looking for voluntary contributors who share that passion. Join us in amplifying the voices of incredible bands and be part of a growing community of like-minded enthusiasts.

Benefits of writing for TheNwothm 🏆

• Get your writing in front of thousands of metal fans
• Review new music before release
• Opportunities to interview bands when available
• Press passes to shows (based on input and availability)

Must haves ❤️

• Ability to write in English
• Basic understanding of WordPress
• Passion for NWOTHM and related genres

What will help your application ✅

• Willingness to contribute weekly
• Ability to turn pieces around quickly
• Initiative to source news and features
• Clear communication via Slack
• Genuine passion for writing and heavy metal

What we are not looking for ❌

• Poor or irregular communication
• Missed deadlines or rushed, low-effort pieces
• Writers already covering the same niche elsewhere

If you have any questions about contributing, don’t hesitate to get in touch—we’ll be happy to answer.

#heavyMetal #joinTheTeam #newWaveOfTraditionalHeavyMetal #nwothm #openToEveryone #thenwothm #writeForThenwothm #writeForUs

Write for us

We’re expanding the team at TheNwothm.com and we’re still looking for new contributors to help us grow! If you think you’ve got what it takes, check out the details below and send in your application.

About us TheNwothm.com is your ultimate destination for everything related to the New Wave of Traditional Heavy Metal. From the latest news and reviews to exclusive interviews and beyond, we celebrate and elevate this vibrant genre. The site was founded in 2023 with one clear goal: to shine a spotlight on NWOTHM bands from every corner of the globe.

Why join us? This site wouldn’t be what it is today without our dedicated team of writers, who live and breathe NWOTHM. We’re small but committed, united by a shared love for the genre and a drive to spread the word. Now we’re looking for voluntary contributors who share that passion. Join us in amplifying the voices of incredible bands and be part of a growing community of like-minded enthusiasts.

Benefits of writing for TheNwothm 🏆

• Get your writing in front of thousands of metal fans
• Review new music before release
• Opportunities to interview bands when available
• Press passes to shows (based on input and availability)

Must haves ❤️

• Ability to write in English
• Basic understanding of WordPress
• Passion for NWOTHM and related genres

What will help your application ✅

• Willingness to contribute weekly
• Ability to turn pieces around quickly
• Initiative to source news and features
• Clear communication via Slack
• Genuine passion for writing and heavy metal

What we are not looking for ❌

• Poor or irregular communication
• Missed deadlines or rushed, low-effort pieces
• Writers already covering the same niche elsewhere

If you have any questions about contributing, don’t hesitate to get in touch—we’ll be happy to answer.

#heavyMetal #joinTheTeam #newWaveOfTraditionalHeavyMetal #nwothm #openToEveryone #thenwothm #writeForThenwothm #writeForUs

Write for us

We’re expanding the team at TheNwothm.com and we’re still looking for new contributors to help us grow! If you think you’ve got what it takes, check out the details below and send in your application.

About us TheNwothm.com is your ultimate destination for everything related to the New Wave of Traditional Heavy Metal. From the latest news and reviews to exclusive interviews and beyond, we celebrate and elevate this vibrant genre. The site was founded in 2023 with one clear goal: to shine a spotlight on NWOTHM bands from every corner of the globe.

Why join us? This site wouldn’t be what it is today without our dedicated team of writers, who live and breathe NWOTHM. We’re small but committed, united by a shared love for the genre and a drive to spread the word. Now we’re looking for voluntary contributors who share that passion. Join us in amplifying the voices of incredible bands and be part of a growing community of like-minded enthusiasts.

Benefits of writing for TheNwothm 🏆

• Get your writing in front of thousands of metal fans
• Review new music before release
• Opportunities to interview bands when available
• Press passes to shows (based on input and availability)

Must haves ❤️

• Ability to write in English
• Basic understanding of WordPress
• Passion for NWOTHM and related genres

What will help your application ✅

• Willingness to contribute weekly
• Ability to turn pieces around quickly
• Initiative to source news and features
• Clear communication via Slack
• Genuine passion for writing and heavy metal

What we are not looking for ❌

• Poor or irregular communication
• Missed deadlines or rushed, low-effort pieces
• Writers already covering the same niche elsewhere

If you have any questions about contributing, don’t hesitate to get in touch—we’ll be happy to answer.

#heavyMetal #joinTheTeam #newWaveOfTraditionalHeavyMetal #nwothm #openToEveryone #thenwothm #writeForThenwothm #writeForUs

Write for us

We’re expanding the team at TheNwothm.com and we’re still looking for new contributors to help us grow! If you think you’ve got what it takes, check out the details below and send in your application.

About us TheNwothm.com is your ultimate destination for everything related to the New Wave of Traditional Heavy Metal. From the latest news and reviews to exclusive interviews and beyond, we celebrate and elevate this vibrant genre. The site was founded in 2023 with one clear goal: to shine a spotlight on NWOTHM bands from every corner of the globe.

Why join us? This site wouldn’t be what it is today without our dedicated team of writers, who live and breathe NWOTHM. We’re small but committed, united by a shared love for the genre and a drive to spread the word. Now we’re looking for voluntary contributors who share that passion. Join us in amplifying the voices of incredible bands and be part of a growing community of like-minded enthusiasts.

Benefits of writing for TheNwothm 🏆

• Get your writing in front of thousands of metal fans
• Review new music before release
• Opportunities to interview bands when available
• Press passes to shows (based on input and availability)

Must haves ❤️

• Ability to write in English
• Basic understanding of WordPress
• Passion for NWOTHM and related genres

What will help your application ✅

• Willingness to contribute weekly
• Ability to turn pieces around quickly
• Initiative to source news and features
• Clear communication via Slack
• Genuine passion for writing and heavy metal

What we are not looking for ❌

• Poor or irregular communication
• Missed deadlines or rushed, low-effort pieces
• Writers already covering the same niche elsewhere

If you have any questions about contributing, don’t hesitate to get in touch—we’ll be happy to answer.

#heavyMetal #joinTheTeam #newWaveOfTraditionalHeavyMetal #nwothm #openToEveryone #thenwothm #writeForThenwothm #writeForUs

Reminder: Share your voice for our upcoming feature!

We’re working on a permanent section for the website, and it begins with one simple but important question:

What does NWOTHM mean to you?

• How do you interpret the term?
• How does it make you feel?
• How do you think it all began?

We’d love to hear your thoughts. Please share your comments below, through social media, or by email at [email protected] — and don’t forget to include your country. Your words could even become part of the feature itself.

The feature is planned to go live in the new year, so keep an eye out.

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Review: Mausoleum Gate “Space, Rituals and Magick’

Release date: Out Now

Label: Cruz Del Sur Music

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Finnish heavy metal cult Mausoleum Gate return with their heavily anticipated third studio album. “Space, Rituals and Magick” is available now via Cruz Del Sur Music on vinyl, CD, and digital formats.

Formed in 2008, Mausoleum Gate have carved a reputation for their mystical and atmospheric approach to heavy metal, drawing inspiration from obscure gems of the 1980s and beyond. Their latest work continues this tradition, offering a journey into other realms and ancient times with a distinctive sound that remains recognisably their own.

Guitarist Count L.F remarks:

Well the notorious third album shall we say? Or so the legend that I have heard goes. This time with Mausoleum Gate. The album took remarkable time to make for various reasons. Sometimes the song not intended to album was growing a serious epic and so on. Well as we called it -The Church of Isaac 666 (a phrase in Finnish called “Iisakin kirkko” which means a building that is never finished) but here we are! As usual the album differs from previous albums. This seems to be the case with us. Anyway still sounding Mausoleum Gate. This is the point. Our line-up has changed quite a lot since the last album and that of course changes the sound of the band but you can recognise the band. And the melodies and harmonies are still there. This time the compositions are maybe more of a band effort than ever before which gives a new nuances. New members: Jarno Saarinen, Jari Kourunen and Jarno Koskell have brought a great addition to Mausoleum Gate – as well as playing wise and composing wise. The new line-up has been tested live a few times but now its time to reveal the claws in album size! Last but definitely not the least our long time artist Timo Raita who did awesome job this time – again!

Review

Vision Divine is the first track of the album and essentially my introduction to the band. Noticeably straight I get this very organic vibe especially with the drums which do not feel over processed and focus on the acoustic qualities. There are repeating synths phrases and effects that make you feel your travelling through space. I am loving the jump in pacing and the melodic work delivered by the guitars. It just injects this sense of energy which catches your attention instantly. And throughout everything flies forward on top of some great (and sometimes unusually interesting) synth beds).The solo work slots in perfectly adding some flair to the song. And the vocal work helps to gel everything together ultimately creating this very organic, raw and nostalgic sound which has got me tuned in.

Lucifer Shrine shines strong with powerful and bright synth chords to open up the track. Unlike “Vision Divine” the tempo takes a step into the mid tempo range but packs a lot of punch. Notably I am liking the flowing feel of the melodies by both the guitars and synth notes in the background. And due to the mix being being very unrefined or polished you can here nuances, the roughness and grit of the guitar tones. And it is a pleasant listen. The vocals just like the track before are like butter on top of toast. Smooth and just go really well with the music. When the song breaks down to some riffing the synths even jump in for a bit of play. A refreshing break to a lot of the heavy metal and hard rock I have been listening too. Then it starts to get hella’ funky! The bass begins vibing the synths go off on one and the guitars are doing their thing. It comes all back together for one big bout driving towards the end. The vocals here are lower in key and add some nice weight to the song

Sacred Be Thy Throne come in at just around seven minutes so lets see if the length works. The band this time around have dialled things back to a mid/slower tempo pace. The band are all running together giving us some wonderful ideas before transition into a softer section where it is acoustic guitars, rolling snare patterns and calming vocal lines.Even little touches of synth in the background. A great way to bring balance to a song. Then a ripping riff cuts in helping to bring everything else back driving things forward. Things play out for a bit keeping the flow before dropping back down to our acoustic style section. However this time things pick up with some bold and heroic synths lighting up the mix in the background. Soon enough some majestic guitar harmonies shine light on the music and even the synths have a go. And as the sng progresses everything is gradually building in height and tone. The vocals that have played between calm and collected hit moments of energy and strength – especially when stacked.The passion just really holds this track up and high and does so until the very end. I am really digging this song and how the musical structure for not one minute feels boring. The acoustics and calm vocals bring Sacred Be Thy Throne to a close rounded everything off. What a brilliant song!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8OoZ9nH5z24

4. Shine The Night has a very unusual intro. Just imagine you are floating through the darkness of space and matter flies past you. The sounds of synth notes cry from the silent dead void like alien calls. The pulsing bass notes drift in with a 16th note hi-hat beat and glossy guitar riffs. Little tweets of synths cry out all presenting a very spacey vibe. The verses are strong and muscular with driving rhythms and ballsy vocals. There is a couple of times where the verse and main glossy riffs repeat. But later on there are some developments where the things feel heightened and the synths beep noises like a spaceship computer. The whole track really does feel like a trip through space and time. And I really think that the atmosphere and synths are what what create this whole feeling.

5. Space, Rituals And Magick gets down to business with some heavy metal riffing and more spacey vibes with trickling synth melodies and bubbling sound effects in the background. The song has pace and does not mess around getting locked into the riffs all while the bass and drums provide a solid backbone. The vocals have been spot on throughout the whole album just making everything feel together and wholesome. There are some unusual vocal moments which do not feel human but more like a robot which are ace. lines brimming with character and charm. Layered beneath, the synth beds add width and depth, amplifying the atmosphere. The space‑like vibe shines especially bright here, evoking the sensation of flying through an asteroid field. The outro ties everything together seamlessly, rounding off the track as another excellent addition to the release.

We reach the end of this epic journey with the Witches Circle. Now this track comes in at just over eight minutes making it the longest track on the record. And unlike the rest of the album a large part of this track is stripped back. The intro is very merry and glistens bright but that acts as a brief flash before what follows next. Acoustic guitars and warm vocal lines gracefully come in as well as very light tip taps on hand drums. These just help to keep the flow moving forward. The title of Witches Circles is sung at intervals while synth piano notes gradually weave in to the song. And over time ]the music builds, the bass getting a little more interesting, the drums dropping in to a slow and mellow 4/4 beat. Semi acoustic guitar riffing comes in and the synth notes play out in the background. Everything feels so chilled yet retro and nostalgic yet I have travelled back in time. Little guitar melodies sing out delightfully with almost whispering vocal lines joining for a stint. But as we approach the last two minutes the dazzling vibes of the intro section returns and even some ideas like you would hear at American football game flash by. The song closes with a few repeats of the title ending a great and adventurous album!

Conclusion

Overall, this album delivers a cohesive and engaging journey that blends raw, organic instrumentation with rich, space-inspired atmosphere. Each track stands out in its own way, whether through energetic riffs, mid-tempo grooves, or expansive, emotional builds, but they are all tied together by expressive vocals, unpolished warmth, and imaginative synth work. The band moves effortlessly between heavy metal power and cosmic ambience, keeping the album dynamic and never dull. By the time the final track closes, it is clear this release is both adventurous and confidently crafted, offering a refreshing and memorable experience from start to finish.

TheNwothm Score: 10/10

Links

Bandcamp: https://mausoleumgatemetal.bandcamp.com/album/space-rituals-and-magick

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MausoleumGate

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mausoleumgate/

Label: https://cruzdelsurmusic.bandcamp.com/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TBDbBoZAJL4

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Review: Mausoleum Gate “Space, Rituals and Magick’

Release date: Out Now

Label: Cruz Del Sur Music

The Nwothm

Finnish heavy metal cult Mausoleum Gate return with their heavily anticipated third studio album. “Space, Rituals and Magick” is available now via Cruz Del Sur Music on vinyl, CD, and digital formats.

Formed in 2008, Mausoleum Gate have carved a reputation for their mystical and atmospheric approach to heavy metal, drawing inspiration from obscure gems of the 1980s and beyond. Their latest work continues this tradition, offering a journey into other realms and ancient times with a distinctive sound that remains recognisably their own.

Guitarist Count L.F remarks:

Well the notorious third album shall we say? Or so the legend that I have heard goes. This time with Mausoleum Gate. The album took remarkable time to make for various reasons. Sometimes the song not intended to album was growing a serious epic and so on. Well as we called it -The Church of Isaac 666 (a phrase in Finnish called “Iisakin kirkko” which means a building that is never finished) but here we are! As usual the album differs from previous albums. This seems to be the case with us. Anyway still sounding Mausoleum Gate. This is the point. Our line-up has changed quite a lot since the last album and that of course changes the sound of the band but you can recognise the band. And the melodies and harmonies are still there. This time the compositions are maybe more of a band effort than ever before which gives a new nuances. New members: Jarno Saarinen, Jari Kourunen and Jarno Koskell have brought a great addition to Mausoleum Gate – as well as playing wise and composing wise. The new line-up has been tested live a few times but now its time to reveal the claws in album size! Last but definitely not the least our long time artist Timo Raita who did awesome job this time – again!

Review

Vision Divine is the first track of the album and essentially my introduction to the band. Noticeably straight I get this very organic vibe especially with the drums which do not feel over processed and focus on the acoustic qualities. There are repeating synths phrases and effects that make you feel your travelling through space. I am loving the jump in pacing and the melodic work delivered by the guitars. It just injects this sense of energy which catches your attention instantly. And throughout everything flies forward on top of some great (and sometimes unusually interesting) synth beds).The solo work slots in perfectly adding some flair to the song. And the vocal work helps to gel everything together ultimately creating this very organic, raw and nostalgic sound which has got me tuned in.

Lucifer Shrine shines strong with powerful and bright synth chords to open up the track. Unlike “Vision Divine” the tempo takes a step into the mid tempo range but packs a lot of punch. Notably I am liking the flowing feel of the melodies by both the guitars and synth notes in the background. And due to the mix being being very unrefined or polished you can here nuances, the roughness and grit of the guitar tones. And it is a pleasant listen. The vocals just like the track before are like butter on top of toast. Smooth and just go really well with the music. When the song breaks down to some riffing the synths even jump in for a bit of play. A refreshing break to a lot of the heavy metal and hard rock I have been listening too. Then it starts to get hella’ funky! The bass begins vibing the synths go off on one and the guitars are doing their thing. It comes all back together for one big bout driving towards the end. The vocals here are lower in key and add some nice weight to the song

Sacred Be Thy Throne come in at just around seven minutes so lets see if the length works. The band this time around have dialled things back to a mid/slower tempo pace. The band are all running together giving us some wonderful ideas before transition into a softer section where it is acoustic guitars, rolling snare patterns and calming vocal lines.Even little touches of synth in the background. A great way to bring balance to a song. Then a ripping riff cuts in helping to bring everything else back driving things forward. Things play out for a bit keeping the flow before dropping back down to our acoustic style section. However this time things pick up with some bold and heroic synths lighting up the mix in the background. Soon enough some majestic guitar harmonies shine light on the music and even the synths have a go. And as the sng progresses everything is gradually building in height and tone. The vocals that have played between calm and collected hit moments of energy and strength – especially when stacked.The passion just really holds this track up and high and does so until the very end. I am really digging this song and how the musical structure for not one minute feels boring. The acoustics and calm vocals bring Sacred Be Thy Throne to a close rounded everything off. What a brilliant song!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8OoZ9nH5z24

4. Shine The Night has a very unusual intro. Just imagine you are floating through the darkness of space and matter flies past you. The sounds of synth notes cry from the silent dead void like alien calls. The pulsing bass notes drift in with a 16th note hi-hat beat and glossy guitar riffs. Little tweets of synths cry out all presenting a very spacey vibe. The verses are strong and muscular with driving rhythms and ballsy vocals. There is a couple of times where the verse and main glossy riffs repeat. But later on there are some developments where the things feel heightened and the synths beep noises like a spaceship computer. The whole track really does feel like a trip through space and time. And I really think that the atmosphere and synths are what what create this whole feeling.

5. Space, Rituals And Magick gets down to business with some heavy metal riffing and more spacey vibes with trickling synth melodies and bubbling sound effects in the background. The song has pace and does not mess around getting locked into the riffs all while the bass and drums provide a solid backbone. The vocals have been spot on throughout the whole album just making everything feel together and wholesome. There are some unusual vocal moments which do not feel human but more like a robot which are ace. lines brimming with character and charm. Layered beneath, the synth beds add width and depth, amplifying the atmosphere. The space‑like vibe shines especially bright here, evoking the sensation of flying through an asteroid field. The outro ties everything together seamlessly, rounding off the track as another excellent addition to the release.

We reach the end of this epic journey with the Witches Circle. Now this track comes in at just over eight minutes making it the longest track on the record. And unlike the rest of the album a large part of this track is stripped back. The intro is very merry and glistens bright but that acts as a brief flash before what follows next. Acoustic guitars and warm vocal lines gracefully come in as well as very light tip taps on hand drums. These just help to keep the flow moving forward. The title of Witches Circles is sung at intervals while synth piano notes gradually weave in to the song. And over time ]the music builds, the bass getting a little more interesting, the drums dropping in to a slow and mellow 4/4 beat. Semi acoustic guitar riffing comes in and the synth notes play out in the background. Everything feels so chilled yet retro and nostalgic yet I have travelled back in time. Little guitar melodies sing out delightfully with almost whispering vocal lines joining for a stint. But as we approach the last two minutes the dazzling vibes of the intro section returns and even some ideas like you would hear at American football game flash by. The song closes with a few repeats of the title ending a great and adventurous album!

Conclusion

Overall, this album delivers a cohesive and engaging journey that blends raw, organic instrumentation with rich, space-inspired atmosphere. Each track stands out in its own way, whether through energetic riffs, mid-tempo grooves, or expansive, emotional builds, but they are all tied together by expressive vocals, unpolished warmth, and imaginative synth work. The band moves effortlessly between heavy metal power and cosmic ambience, keeping the album dynamic and never dull. By the time the final track closes, it is clear this release is both adventurous and confidently crafted, offering a refreshing and memorable experience from start to finish.

TheNwothm Score: 10/10

Links

Bandcamp: https://mausoleumgatemetal.bandcamp.com/album/space-rituals-and-magick

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MausoleumGate

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mausoleumgate/

Label: https://cruzdelsurmusic.bandcamp.com/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TBDbBoZAJL4

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Review: Mausoleum Gate “Space, Rituals and Magick’

Release date: Out Now

Label: Cruz Del Sur Music

The Nwothm

Finnish heavy metal cult Mausoleum Gate return with their heavily anticipated third studio album. “Space, Rituals and Magick” is available now via Cruz Del Sur Music on vinyl, CD, and digital formats.

Formed in 2008, Mausoleum Gate have carved a reputation for their mystical and atmospheric approach to heavy metal, drawing inspiration from obscure gems of the 1980s and beyond. Their latest work continues this tradition, offering a journey into other realms and ancient times with a distinctive sound that remains recognisably their own.

Guitarist Count L.F remarks:

Well the notorious third album shall we say? Or so the legend that I have heard goes. This time with Mausoleum Gate. The album took remarkable time to make for various reasons. Sometimes the song not intended to album was growing a serious epic and so on. Well as we called it -The Church of Isaac 666 (a phrase in Finnish called “Iisakin kirkko” which means a building that is never finished) but here we are! As usual the album differs from previous albums. This seems to be the case with us. Anyway still sounding Mausoleum Gate. This is the point. Our line-up has changed quite a lot since the last album and that of course changes the sound of the band but you can recognise the band. And the melodies and harmonies are still there. This time the compositions are maybe more of a band effort than ever before which gives a new nuances. New members: Jarno Saarinen, Jari Kourunen and Jarno Koskell have brought a great addition to Mausoleum Gate – as well as playing wise and composing wise. The new line-up has been tested live a few times but now its time to reveal the claws in album size! Last but definitely not the least our long time artist Timo Raita who did awesome job this time – again!

Review

Vision Divine is the first track of the album and essentially my introduction to the band. Noticeably straight I get this very organic vibe especially with the drums which do not feel over processed and focus on the acoustic qualities. There are repeating synths phrases and effects that make you feel your travelling through space. I am loving the jump in pacing and the melodic work delivered by the guitars. It just injects this sense of energy which catches your attention instantly. And throughout everything flies forward on top of some great (and sometimes unusually interesting) synth beds).The solo work slots in perfectly adding some flair to the song. And the vocal work helps to gel everything together ultimately creating this very organic, raw and nostalgic sound which has got me tuned in.

Lucifer Shrine shines strong with powerful and bright synth chords to open up the track. Unlike “Vision Divine” the tempo takes a step into the mid tempo range but packs a lot of punch. Notably I am liking the flowing feel of the melodies by both the guitars and synth notes in the background. And due to the mix being being very unrefined or polished you can here nuances, the roughness and grit of the guitar tones. And it is a pleasant listen. The vocals just like the track before are like butter on top of toast. Smooth and just go really well with the music. When the song breaks down to some riffing the synths even jump in for a bit of play. A refreshing break to a lot of the heavy metal and hard rock I have been listening too. Then it starts to get hella’ funky! The bass begins vibing the synths go off on one and the guitars are doing their thing. It comes all back together for one big bout driving towards the end. The vocals here are lower in key and add some nice weight to the song

Sacred Be Thy Throne come in at just around seven minutes so lets see if the length works. The band this time around have dialled things back to a mid/slower tempo pace. The band are all running together giving us some wonderful ideas before transition into a softer section where it is acoustic guitars, rolling snare patterns and calming vocal lines.Even little touches of synth in the background. A great way to bring balance to a song. Then a ripping riff cuts in helping to bring everything else back driving things forward. Things play out for a bit keeping the flow before dropping back down to our acoustic style section. However this time things pick up with some bold and heroic synths lighting up the mix in the background. Soon enough some majestic guitar harmonies shine light on the music and even the synths have a go. And as the sng progresses everything is gradually building in height and tone. The vocals that have played between calm and collected hit moments of energy and strength – especially when stacked.The passion just really holds this track up and high and does so until the very end. I am really digging this song and how the musical structure for not one minute feels boring. The acoustics and calm vocals bring Sacred Be Thy Throne to a close rounded everything off. What a brilliant song!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8OoZ9nH5z24

4. Shine The Night has a very unusual intro. Just imagine you are floating through the darkness of space and matter flies past you. The sounds of synth notes cry from the silent dead void like alien calls. The pulsing bass notes drift in with a 16th note hi-hat beat and glossy guitar riffs. Little tweets of synths cry out all presenting a very spacey vibe. The verses are strong and muscular with driving rhythms and ballsy vocals. There is a couple of times where the verse and main glossy riffs repeat. But later on there are some developments where the things feel heightened and the synths beep noises like a spaceship computer. The whole track really does feel like a trip through space and time. And I really think that the atmosphere and synths are what what create this whole feeling.

5. Space, Rituals And Magick gets down to business with some heavy metal riffing and more spacey vibes with trickling synth melodies and bubbling sound effects in the background. The song has pace and does not mess around getting locked into the riffs all while the bass and drums provide a solid backbone. The vocals have been spot on throughout the whole album just making everything feel together and wholesome. There are some unusual vocal moments which do not feel human but more like a robot which are ace. lines brimming with character and charm. Layered beneath, the synth beds add width and depth, amplifying the atmosphere. The space‑like vibe shines especially bright here, evoking the sensation of flying through an asteroid field. The outro ties everything together seamlessly, rounding off the track as another excellent addition to the release.

We reach the end of this epic journey with the Witches Circle. Now this track comes in at just over eight minutes making it the longest track on the record. And unlike the rest of the album a large part of this track is stripped back. The intro is very merry and glistens bright but that acts as a brief flash before what follows next. Acoustic guitars and warm vocal lines gracefully come in as well as very light tip taps on hand drums. These just help to keep the flow moving forward. The title of Witches Circles is sung at intervals while synth piano notes gradually weave in to the song. And over time ]the music builds, the bass getting a little more interesting, the drums dropping in to a slow and mellow 4/4 beat. Semi acoustic guitar riffing comes in and the synth notes play out in the background. Everything feels so chilled yet retro and nostalgic yet I have travelled back in time. Little guitar melodies sing out delightfully with almost whispering vocal lines joining for a stint. But as we approach the last two minutes the dazzling vibes of the intro section returns and even some ideas like you would hear at American football game flash by. The song closes with a few repeats of the title ending a great and adventurous album!

Conclusion

Overall, this album delivers a cohesive and engaging journey that blends raw, organic instrumentation with rich, space-inspired atmosphere. Each track stands out in its own way, whether through energetic riffs, mid-tempo grooves, or expansive, emotional builds, but they are all tied together by expressive vocals, unpolished warmth, and imaginative synth work. The band moves effortlessly between heavy metal power and cosmic ambience, keeping the album dynamic and never dull. By the time the final track closes, it is clear this release is both adventurous and confidently crafted, offering a refreshing and memorable experience from start to finish.

TheNwothm Score: 10/10

Links

Bandcamp: https://mausoleumgatemetal.bandcamp.com/album/space-rituals-and-magick

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MausoleumGate

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mausoleumgate/

Label: https://cruzdelsurmusic.bandcamp.com/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TBDbBoZAJL4

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Review: Mausoleum Gate “Space, Rituals and Magick’

Release date: Out Now

Label: Cruz Del Sur Music

The Nwothm

Finnish heavy metal cult Mausoleum Gate return with their heavily anticipated third studio album. “Space, Rituals and Magick” is available now via Cruz Del Sur Music on vinyl, CD, and digital formats.

Formed in 2008, Mausoleum Gate have carved a reputation for their mystical and atmospheric approach to heavy metal, drawing inspiration from obscure gems of the 1980s and beyond. Their latest work continues this tradition, offering a journey into other realms and ancient times with a distinctive sound that remains recognisably their own.

Guitarist Count L.F remarks:

Well the notorious third album shall we say? Or so the legend that I have heard goes. This time with Mausoleum Gate. The album took remarkable time to make for various reasons. Sometimes the song not intended to album was growing a serious epic and so on. Well as we called it -The Church of Isaac 666 (a phrase in Finnish called “Iisakin kirkko” which means a building that is never finished) but here we are! As usual the album differs from previous albums. This seems to be the case with us. Anyway still sounding Mausoleum Gate. This is the point. Our line-up has changed quite a lot since the last album and that of course changes the sound of the band but you can recognise the band. And the melodies and harmonies are still there. This time the compositions are maybe more of a band effort than ever before which gives a new nuances. New members: Jarno Saarinen, Jari Kourunen and Jarno Koskell have brought a great addition to Mausoleum Gate – as well as playing wise and composing wise. The new line-up has been tested live a few times but now its time to reveal the claws in album size! Last but definitely not the least our long time artist Timo Raita who did awesome job this time – again!

Review

Vision Divine is the first track of the album and essentially my introduction to the band. Noticeably straight I get this very organic vibe especially with the drums which do not feel over processed and focus on the acoustic qualities. There are repeating synths phrases and effects that make you feel your travelling through space. I am loving the jump in pacing and the melodic work delivered by the guitars. It just injects this sense of energy which catches your attention instantly. And throughout everything flies forward on top of some great (and sometimes unusually interesting) synth beds).The solo work slots in perfectly adding some flair to the song. And the vocal work helps to gel everything together ultimately creating this very organic, raw and nostalgic sound which has got me tuned in.

Lucifer Shrine shines strong with powerful and bright synth chords to open up the track. Unlike “Vision Divine” the tempo takes a step into the mid tempo range but packs a lot of punch. Notably I am liking the flowing feel of the melodies by both the guitars and synth notes in the background. And due to the mix being being very unrefined or polished you can here nuances, the roughness and grit of the guitar tones. And it is a pleasant listen. The vocals just like the track before are like butter on top of toast. Smooth and just go really well with the music. When the song breaks down to some riffing the synths even jump in for a bit of play. A refreshing break to a lot of the heavy metal and hard rock I have been listening too. Then it starts to get hella’ funky! The bass begins vibing the synths go off on one and the guitars are doing their thing. It comes all back together for one big bout driving towards the end. The vocals here are lower in key and add some nice weight to the song

Sacred Be Thy Throne come in at just around seven minutes so lets see if the length works. The band this time around have dialled things back to a mid/slower tempo pace. The band are all running together giving us some wonderful ideas before transition into a softer section where it is acoustic guitars, rolling snare patterns and calming vocal lines.Even little touches of synth in the background. A great way to bring balance to a song. Then a ripping riff cuts in helping to bring everything else back driving things forward. Things play out for a bit keeping the flow before dropping back down to our acoustic style section. However this time things pick up with some bold and heroic synths lighting up the mix in the background. Soon enough some majestic guitar harmonies shine light on the music and even the synths have a go. And as the sng progresses everything is gradually building in height and tone. The vocals that have played between calm and collected hit moments of energy and strength – especially when stacked.The passion just really holds this track up and high and does so until the very end. I am really digging this song and how the musical structure for not one minute feels boring. The acoustics and calm vocals bring Sacred Be Thy Throne to a close rounded everything off. What a brilliant song!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8OoZ9nH5z24

4. Shine The Night has a very unusual intro. Just imagine you are floating through the darkness of space and matter flies past you. The sounds of synth notes cry from the silent dead void like alien calls. The pulsing bass notes drift in with a 16th note hi-hat beat and glossy guitar riffs. Little tweets of synths cry out all presenting a very spacey vibe. The verses are strong and muscular with driving rhythms and ballsy vocals. There is a couple of times where the verse and main glossy riffs repeat. But later on there are some developments where the things feel heightened and the synths beep noises like a spaceship computer. The whole track really does feel like a trip through space and time. And I really think that the atmosphere and synths are what what create this whole feeling.

5. Space, Rituals And Magick gets down to business with some heavy metal riffing and more spacey vibes with trickling synth melodies and bubbling sound effects in the background. The song has pace and does not mess around getting locked into the riffs all while the bass and drums provide a solid backbone. The vocals have been spot on throughout the whole album just making everything feel together and wholesome. There are some unusual vocal moments which do not feel human but more like a robot which are ace. lines brimming with character and charm. Layered beneath, the synth beds add width and depth, amplifying the atmosphere. The space‑like vibe shines especially bright here, evoking the sensation of flying through an asteroid field. The outro ties everything together seamlessly, rounding off the track as another excellent addition to the release.

We reach the end of this epic journey with the Witches Circle. Now this track comes in at just over eight minutes making it the longest track on the record. And unlike the rest of the album a large part of this track is stripped back. The intro is very merry and glistens bright but that acts as a brief flash before what follows next. Acoustic guitars and warm vocal lines gracefully come in as well as very light tip taps on hand drums. These just help to keep the flow moving forward. The title of Witches Circles is sung at intervals while synth piano notes gradually weave in to the song. And over time ]the music builds, the bass getting a little more interesting, the drums dropping in to a slow and mellow 4/4 beat. Semi acoustic guitar riffing comes in and the synth notes play out in the background. Everything feels so chilled yet retro and nostalgic yet I have travelled back in time. Little guitar melodies sing out delightfully with almost whispering vocal lines joining for a stint. But as we approach the last two minutes the dazzling vibes of the intro section returns and even some ideas like you would hear at American football game flash by. The song closes with a few repeats of the title ending a great and adventurous album!

Conclusion

Overall, this album delivers a cohesive and engaging journey that blends raw, organic instrumentation with rich, space-inspired atmosphere. Each track stands out in its own way, whether through energetic riffs, mid-tempo grooves, or expansive, emotional builds, but they are all tied together by expressive vocals, unpolished warmth, and imaginative synth work. The band moves effortlessly between heavy metal power and cosmic ambience, keeping the album dynamic and never dull. By the time the final track closes, it is clear this release is both adventurous and confidently crafted, offering a refreshing and memorable experience from start to finish.

TheNwothm Score: 10/10

Links

Bandcamp: https://mausoleumgatemetal.bandcamp.com/album/space-rituals-and-magick

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MausoleumGate

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mausoleumgate/

Label: https://cruzdelsurmusic.bandcamp.com/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TBDbBoZAJL4

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Review: Mausoleum Gate “Space, Rituals and Magick’

Release date: Out Now

Label: Cruz Del Sur Music

The Nwothm

Finnish heavy metal cult Mausoleum Gate return with their heavily anticipated third studio album. “Space, Rituals and Magick” is available now via Cruz Del Sur Music on vinyl, CD, and digital formats.

Formed in 2008, Mausoleum Gate have carved a reputation for their mystical and atmospheric approach to heavy metal, drawing inspiration from obscure gems of the 1980s and beyond. Their latest work continues this tradition, offering a journey into other realms and ancient times with a distinctive sound that remains recognisably their own.

Guitarist Count L.F remarks:

Well the notorious third album shall we say? Or so the legend that I have heard goes. This time with Mausoleum Gate. The album took remarkable time to make for various reasons. Sometimes the song not intended to album was growing a serious epic and so on. Well as we called it -The Church of Isaac 666 (a phrase in Finnish called “Iisakin kirkko” which means a building that is never finished) but here we are! As usual the album differs from previous albums. This seems to be the case with us. Anyway still sounding Mausoleum Gate. This is the point. Our line-up has changed quite a lot since the last album and that of course changes the sound of the band but you can recognise the band. And the melodies and harmonies are still there. This time the compositions are maybe more of a band effort than ever before which gives a new nuances. New members: Jarno Saarinen, Jari Kourunen and Jarno Koskell have brought a great addition to Mausoleum Gate – as well as playing wise and composing wise. The new line-up has been tested live a few times but now its time to reveal the claws in album size! Last but definitely not the least our long time artist Timo Raita who did awesome job this time – again!

Review

Vision Divine is the first track of the album and essentially my introduction to the band. Noticeably straight I get this very organic vibe especially with the drums which do not feel over processed and focus on the acoustic qualities. There are repeating synths phrases and effects that make you feel your travelling through space. I am loving the jump in pacing and the melodic work delivered by the guitars. It just injects this sense of energy which catches your attention instantly. And throughout everything flies forward on top of some great (and sometimes unusually interesting) synth beds).The solo work slots in perfectly adding some flair to the song. And the vocal work helps to gel everything together ultimately creating this very organic, raw and nostalgic sound which has got me tuned in.

Lucifer Shrine shines strong with powerful and bright synth chords to open up the track. Unlike “Vision Divine” the tempo takes a step into the mid tempo range but packs a lot of punch. Notably I am liking the flowing feel of the melodies by both the guitars and synth notes in the background. And due to the mix being being very unrefined or polished you can here nuances, the roughness and grit of the guitar tones. And it is a pleasant listen. The vocals just like the track before are like butter on top of toast. Smooth and just go really well with the music. When the song breaks down to some riffing the synths even jump in for a bit of play. A refreshing break to a lot of the heavy metal and hard rock I have been listening too. Then it starts to get hella’ funky! The bass begins vibing the synths go off on one and the guitars are doing their thing. It comes all back together for one big bout driving towards the end. The vocals here are lower in key and add some nice weight to the song

Sacred Be Thy Throne come in at just around seven minutes so lets see if the length works. The band this time around have dialled things back to a mid/slower tempo pace. The band are all running together giving us some wonderful ideas before transition into a softer section where it is acoustic guitars, rolling snare patterns and calming vocal lines.Even little touches of synth in the background. A great way to bring balance to a song. Then a ripping riff cuts in helping to bring everything else back driving things forward. Things play out for a bit keeping the flow before dropping back down to our acoustic style section. However this time things pick up with some bold and heroic synths lighting up the mix in the background. Soon enough some majestic guitar harmonies shine light on the music and even the synths have a go. And as the sng progresses everything is gradually building in height and tone. The vocals that have played between calm and collected hit moments of energy and strength – especially when stacked.The passion just really holds this track up and high and does so until the very end. I am really digging this song and how the musical structure for not one minute feels boring. The acoustics and calm vocals bring Sacred Be Thy Throne to a close rounded everything off. What a brilliant song!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8OoZ9nH5z24

4. Shine The Night has a very unusual intro. Just imagine you are floating through the darkness of space and matter flies past you. The sounds of synth notes cry from the silent dead void like alien calls. The pulsing bass notes drift in with a 16th note hi-hat beat and glossy guitar riffs. Little tweets of synths cry out all presenting a very spacey vibe. The verses are strong and muscular with driving rhythms and ballsy vocals. There is a couple of times where the verse and main glossy riffs repeat. But later on there are some developments where the things feel heightened and the synths beep noises like a spaceship computer. The whole track really does feel like a trip through space and time. And I really think that the atmosphere and synths are what what create this whole feeling.

5. Space, Rituals And Magick gets down to business with some heavy metal riffing and more spacey vibes with trickling synth melodies and bubbling sound effects in the background. The song has pace and does not mess around getting locked into the riffs all while the bass and drums provide a solid backbone. The vocals have been spot on throughout the whole album just making everything feel together and wholesome. There are some unusual vocal moments which do not feel human but more like a robot which are ace. lines brimming with character and charm. Layered beneath, the synth beds add width and depth, amplifying the atmosphere. The space‑like vibe shines especially bright here, evoking the sensation of flying through an asteroid field. The outro ties everything together seamlessly, rounding off the track as another excellent addition to the release.

We reach the end of this epic journey with the Witches Circle. Now this track comes in at just over eight minutes making it the longest track on the record. And unlike the rest of the album a large part of this track is stripped back. The intro is very merry and glistens bright but that acts as a brief flash before what follows next. Acoustic guitars and warm vocal lines gracefully come in as well as very light tip taps on hand drums. These just help to keep the flow moving forward. The title of Witches Circles is sung at intervals while synth piano notes gradually weave in to the song. And over time ]the music builds, the bass getting a little more interesting, the drums dropping in to a slow and mellow 4/4 beat. Semi acoustic guitar riffing comes in and the synth notes play out in the background. Everything feels so chilled yet retro and nostalgic yet I have travelled back in time. Little guitar melodies sing out delightfully with almost whispering vocal lines joining for a stint. But as we approach the last two minutes the dazzling vibes of the intro section returns and even some ideas like you would hear at American football game flash by. The song closes with a few repeats of the title ending a great and adventurous album!

Conclusion

Overall, this album delivers a cohesive and engaging journey that blends raw, organic instrumentation with rich, space-inspired atmosphere. Each track stands out in its own way, whether through energetic riffs, mid-tempo grooves, or expansive, emotional builds, but they are all tied together by expressive vocals, unpolished warmth, and imaginative synth work. The band moves effortlessly between heavy metal power and cosmic ambience, keeping the album dynamic and never dull. By the time the final track closes, it is clear this release is both adventurous and confidently crafted, offering a refreshing and memorable experience from start to finish.

TheNwothm Score: 10/10

Links

Bandcamp: https://mausoleumgatemetal.bandcamp.com/album/space-rituals-and-magick

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MausoleumGate

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mausoleumgate/

Label: https://cruzdelsurmusic.bandcamp.com/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TBDbBoZAJL4

Read More Reviews

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  22nd Nov 2025

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  17th Nov 2025

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  16th Nov 2025

• Review: Darklon “Mind Reaper”

  15th Nov 2025

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Exclusive interview with Jimmy Lozano of Jet Jaguar

Mark Pruett

Formed in 2014 in the vibrant heart of Cancún, Jet Jaguar has quickly risen as one of Mexico’s most electrifying metal exports. In a country where heavy metal pulses through the veins of generations, their sound is both a tribute and a rallying cry. They are proof that the love of metal in Mexico is fierce, loyal, and deeply rooted. Also, the future is in the great hands of these underground heroes.

Their name carries weight. The jaguar, a sacred symbol in local mythology, represents power, protection, and the ability to walk between worlds. It’s a fitting emblem for a band that blends tradition with thunder. And yes, there’s a nod to the Japanese cult hero Jet Jaguar, who is a kaiju-fighting machine with a heart of gold and fists of steel. That fusion of myth and pop culture mirrors the band’s own blend of classic metal spirit and modern fire.

In this interview, we dive into their journey, their inspirations, and the roar behind the riffs. Jet Jaguar is a force to be reckoned with their new release Severance (out on October 24, 2025). Check out the lead single, “Mach 10”, which is speed metal, face melting, and riff blazing powerhouse of energy.

Full review of the album, Severance, is coming soon!

https://youtu.be/OMD1cGogyGM

Photo Credit: Jet Jaguar

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Interview: Kaine (UK)

The Nwothm

Kaine have been keeping the flame of heavy metal alive since 2009. Rooted in East Anglia’s thriving scene, the band blend Sabbath, Priest, Maiden, and thrash influences into a sound that’s fast, heavy, and defiantly DIY. Sixteen years on, they remain one of the UK’s most enduring heavy metal acts, with a catalogue that charts their resilience and evolution. In this interview with TheNwothm, Kaine reflect on their journey and share what’s next.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7tuGaWfGYHo

Interview

TheNwothm: For those who might be discovering Kaine for the first time, how would you introduce yourselves and where you’re from?

Kaine: We’re Kaine, we are from East Anglia in England. We’re probably one of the heavier NWOTHM bands, and we’ve been at this for 16 years now. We’re very much a DIY band and not a lot of people know we exist! Our influences are essentially Sabbath, Priest, NWOBHM, and the early Thrash movement in the States. We’re often referred to as a Speed Metal band, as that’s one of the closest approximations people can make to us! 

TheNwothm: How did the band form back in 2009?

Kaine: You could say we were one of the original British NWOTHM bands to emerge around that time, along with Osmium Guillotine. Hamerex were around a few years before us, and not long after we formed, you had bands like Amulet, Neverworld, and Toledo Steel emerging, Culloden, Midnight Force, Seven Sisters, Heathen Kings, and up until more recently, Tailgunner, who are the first British NWOTHM band to break into the mainstream.

In Ireland, you had a band called Celtic Legacy, which was very much in the vein of what we now call NWOTHM, too. When we started in 2009, it was a reaction to the Emo and Metalcore scene that dominated the UK underground at the time. There were no straight-up Metal bands playing, and if you went to a gig, it would be a something-core band playing to a handful of school friends, and the venues were empty. People who liked old school Metal were put off and stayed home, so we decided to do our own band playing music influenced by the likes of Sabbath, Priest, Maiden, and the wider NWOBHM movement, as well as the American bands that were influenced by that same movement. We turn 17 in January, so we have been around longer than the NWOBHM movement ran back in the day! 

TheNwothm: Colchester isn’t always the first place people think of when it comes to heavy metal. How has being based there shaped your identity as a band?

Kaine: That’s surprising because Colchester, along with Ipswich, probably has two of the best, if not the best, alternative music scenes in the country. This area has always been a hotbed for Metal music. If you look at an act like Cradle of Filth, over the years, they have recruited heavily from the scene here. There are still plenty of venues, promoters, and bands playing great live music across the Rock and Metal sphere in this area, and we’re very lucky to have such a thriving scene. We’re local to the area and are very much proud of it. Norwich also has a thriving Metal scene. I’d argue East Anglia as a whole has one of the best Metal scenes in the country. 

TheNwothm: When you’ve toured across Britain and Ireland, have you noticed differences in how audiences respond compared to back home in Colchester?

Kaine: We have only played two gigs in Ireland, which were supporting Mordred on tour back in 2014. As for Britain, audiences have always been receptive wherever we have gone. We have always had a loyal following in Scotland, so we try to visit as often as we can afford to, but really, we have enjoyed great responses over the years up and down the country. We enjoy getting out there and playing everywhere we can. 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N_Nh2GlG-t4

TheNwothm: Growing up, did you have a particular metal hero whose posters were on your wall?

Kaine: We all have a range of heroes and influences, everyone from Priest, Maiden, AC/DC, Sabbath, Metallica, Megadeth, in fact, Toby has a Marty Friedman tattoo, he is that much of a fan of him, and Liam has an Ozzy tattoo now too! We have looked up to and been inspired by a lot of bands collectively. 

TheNwothm: If you could cover one classic track from your influences like Sabbath or Maiden, which would it be?

Kaine: We recently did a Sabbath tribute set in honour of Ozzy Osbourne, which included Paranoid, War Pigs, Iron Maiden, Black Sabbath, and The Straightener. It would be difficult to choose a single track from our influences to be a definitive “one”, but at a push, Painkiller by Judas Priest would probably be one we could do justice to. 

The Nwothm: Your debut “Falling Through Freedom” (2012) was the first full-length release. Looking back, what was the biggest challenge in getting that record out?

Kaine: Aside from being young, having no label support, and frankly not really knowing what the f*#k we were doing at the time, the biggest issue was a mixture of budget and personnel changes that happened during the writing and recording of that record. We did our best with it, and in hindsight we should have held off doing a record until we had a more stable line-up and played the songs live a lot more to hone them, but as previously stated, we didn’t have any management or a label to really guide us, we just had a go at putting a record together and in all fairness a few people still love songs from that album, despite it being a totally unpolished DIY effort. 

The Nwothm: “The Waystone” (2014) saw you touring extensively, even alongside Monument and Mordred. What memories stand out most from that era?

Kaine: We were meant to release that album under MGR Records, which was Monument’s label at the time. We had to write, record, and release it to their schedule, which meant we probably didn’t spend as much time on the record as we should have. We had a big disagreement with MGR Records during that tour; they were using our bassist at the time to cover for Chris Dale, unpaid, and not only tried to steal him from our band but were totally unprofessional in how they dealt with the band in general. On the last date of the tour, we fired them and put the record out ourselves.

This album, however, did launch the band, and we got a lot of good shows booked, and a festival appearance (Wildfire) off the back of that record. It sold over a thousand copies on CD, so for us it was a successful record. Our tour with Mordred was a much more positive experience. We replaced Furyon last minute and had less than a day to prepare for the tour before we were off on a ferry to Ireland. Touring with Mordred was an amazing experience and one of the highlights of our career. The Waystone was a bit of a missed opportunity for us, I think. Had we had a label more interested in making us a success and had a little more time to finish it, it would have been more successful, but we made the best of a bad situation. 

TheNwothm: “A Crisis of Faith” (2018) marked a turning point before the current line-up came together. How did that album reflect the band’s state at the time?

Kaine: A Crisis of Faith was a very carefully written record. We started putting it together at the end of 2015 and fleshed the tracks out on the road. Most people think it should have been a bigger success than it was, but sadly, the line-up that put it together had to part almost immediately after its release. We did get to play the main stage of HRH Metal at a sold-out o2 Academy in Birmingham, which is probably the most people we ever played to. Most people expected the band to die when the three other members left, but we had spent a small fortune on studio time and printing the release, so it couldn’t simply be left for scrap. We had a few weeks to recruit a new line-up to continue the gigging schedule we had at the time, which we did, and it turned out to be the right thing for the band. 

The Nwothm: “Reforge the Steel” (2019) has a title that feels defiant. What was the driving force behind that record?

Kaine: Reforge The Steel is as close to a “Rage Sadler” solo record as you will ever get. These songs were written solely by Rage while the new line-up was learning the A Crisis of Faith material. The band then started learning the new tracks and playing them live alongside the Crisis material, and by the end of 2018, we were back in the studio again to put together this record. It often ends up at the top of fans’ lists of favourite Kaine records, so we must have done something right with this one. The record was a marker to show that we were not dead, the band would continue, and that there was a lot more to Kaine going forward. The title literally refers to the reformation of the band from near extinction. 

The Nwothm: “After Extinction” (2022) is your latest album! How do you think it compares to your previous works, and do you each have a favourite track from the record?

Kaine: It’s our heaviest record since our debut album, and it’s the only record we’ve ever done that hit the mainstream charts; it actually reached number 85 on the top 100 in the UK. The lead single A Slave to the Grind seems to be the track everyone loves from that album. It was a different experience from Reforge the Steel, as this record was a collaborative effort. We love all the tracks on the album, but staples of the current set are Second Coming, Protesting for Profit, and A Slave to the Grind. 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ndhF-pe-Gl0

TheNwothm: Are there any hints you can share about new material in the works?

Kaine: Extinctions End is a redo of the Covid-era album and EP. We had to record those releases between several studios and in a very disrupted fashion due to the pandemic, so we have re-recorded a selection of songs that complement each other from both releases, in a different format and style from the original. I think the release will surprise a few people, especially those who still think we’re a Poundland-Maiden knockoff! 

TheNwothm: Do you see yourselves experimenting with different sounds or sticking firmly to the classic heavy metal roots?

Kaine: We have a new EP we’re writing at the moment, which is a pure love letter to NWOBHM, and we’re working on a new album, which has heavier material than we have done before. 

TheNwothm: Where would you most love to take Kaine next, if you could choose anywhere in the world?

Kaine: We’ve never played in Europe, so that would be amazing, America, Japan, also, but we’re realistic. Many of the promoters there have been aware of us for years, but have never asked us to play, so we’re not optimistic that it will change in the future!  If we can just make our UK gigs sustainable, we will be happy. We’re not rock stars, we’re just four regular blokes that happen to be mates and play in a Metal band together. That’s really what we’re about more than anything. 

TheNwothm: If you could design your dream tour line-up with Kaine plus three other bands, who would you pick?

Kaine: Oddly, we have found in the past that the Death Metal audience has been far more receptive to us than most! So a tour with Obituary, Carcass, and Kaine would be a dream line-up as it would be riffs galore and full of raw energy. However, I doubt we could ever afford to buy onto a tour like that! That’s the nature of the music business. But if they ever needed a support, we’d be more than up for it! 

TheNwothm: What gigs do you have coming up for the rest of 2025 and 2026

Kaine: We have just one gig, which is on May 17th at Club85 in Hitchin. Nobody else wants us at the moment! Joking aside, there will hopefully be more dates announced in the future. 

TheNwothm: How can our readers buy your music and merch?

Kaine: We have CDs, vinyl, shirts, and hoodies for sale on Bandcamp:, and we also do exclusive merch and CDs over at Patreon starting at just £1 a month: https://patreon.com/kaine_metal?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink

TheNwothm: Where can fans follow you online?

Kaine:

Facebook

Instagram

YouTube channel

TheNwothm: Anything else you would like to mention?

Kaine: We’ve recently relaunched our YouTube channel, so we would invite people to check that out first! 

#aCrisisOfFaith #afterExtinction #fallingThroughFreedom #heavyMetal #kaine #kaineColchester #kaineUk #newEp #nwothm #theWaystone #thenwothm #thenwothmCom

Have you heard One of Us? Check out their new single!

Mexico’s darkened heavy metal force One Of Us continue their ascent with the release of “Espectro,” their latest single accompanied by an official video.

Recorded, mixed and mastered at Buried Sun Studio, with visuals directed by Alberto Torres Piñera, Espectro delivers a haunting journey through eternity and melancholy.

Band Statement “Between shadows and echoes from beyond, a sonic journey through eternity and melancholy. The band draws us into a realm where specters wander without redemption, prisoners of time and memory. A muffled cry amid heavy riffs and voices that echo like lamentations from the abyss. Death can be an eternal sentence.”

Espectro will feature on the upcoming EP, scheduled for release in 2026 through Metal Coffin Records.

The band previously released The Dark Descent (EP) in 2024, available now via their official Bandcamp page.

Line‑up

• Nuria – Vocals
• Rich – Guitar
• Antonio – Drums
• Ryder – Bass

Links

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/oneofus666

Bandcamp: https://666oneofus.bandcamp.com/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zOcZkJXeoZI

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Fundraising campaign update

Hey everyone, so today I wanted to provide an update to our GoFundMe campaign! We’re currently 21 percent of the way towards our initial fundraising goal. The campaign has seen a lot of clicks and interest, but progress has been slower than expected. If you’ve already donated or shared the link, thank you. Your support helps keep the site running and focused on the music.

TheNwothm is an 100% independent non-profit project run entirely by volunteers from around the world. Since launching in 2023, we’ve covered hundreds of bands through news, reviews and interviews. Our aim is to give artists a platform and keep traditional heavy metal alive.

This fundraiser helps cover core site costs for the year ahead. If we reach our target, we’ll also be able to produce flyers and stickers to grow the community offline. You can view the campaign by clicking the banner or scanning the QR code here:

We’re proud of what we’ve built so far, including the successful branding campaign that gave the site its own identity. If you believe in what we’re doing and want to help us move forward, any contribution makes a real difference.

Thank you to everyone who has supported us so far:

Current fundraiser: Melissa Nee I Bampilis Panagiotis

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Thanks for helping us keep true metal alive and independent. – Rob and TheNwothm team

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What does Nwothm mean to you?

We’re working on a permanent feature for the website, and one section will ask fans a simple but important question:

What does nwothm mean to you?

(How do you interpret the term? How does it make you feel? How do you think it all began?)

We’d love to hear your thoughts. Please share your comments below, through social media or email [email protected] and include your country. Your words could even become part of the feature itself!

The feature is planned to go live in the new year, so keep an eye out.

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Live roundup #37

We are back with another live roundup showing you some of the best gigs and festivals coming up in the near future! Buying in advance both supports bands and festivals helping to make sure shows go ahead! So what are you waiting for, go and grabs some tickets!

What your gig featured?

If you would like to have your gig featured here please drop us a message on our socials or email [email protected]!

#1 Blast From The Past

More info: https://www.facebook.com/bftpfestival

#2 Cherekee

More info: https://www.instagram.com/cherokee_hardrock/

#3 Metal Invaders

More info: https://www.instagram.com/metalinvadersperu/

#4 Portrait

More info: https://www.facebook.com/portraitsweden

#5 Heavy Agger

More info: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057666780412

#6 Triumpher with Scavenger

More info:https://www.instagram.com/scavengerofficialband/

#7 Blizzard Hunter

More info: https://www.facebook.com/BlizzardHunter

#8 Cobra Spell

More info: https://www.facebook.com/cobraspell

#9 Nightbound at K-23 ATTACK

More info: https://www.facebook.com/NightboundOfficial

#10 Arena Headbangers 2026

More info: https://www.facebook.com/creaturesheavymetal

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Wytch Hazel: Heaven & Spell tour 2026 with special guests Phantom Spell

Wytch Hazel are set to embark on their first headline tour in spring 2026, following the critical success of their fifth album V: Lamentations. The Heaven & Spell Tour will see the band perform across Germany, Belgium and the Netherlands, joined by Phantom Spell for a run of dates that promises to be both immersive and unforgettable.

This is a huge moment for us. I’m absolutely thrilled to be announcing our very first headline tour. We’re joined by friends and kindred spirits Phantom Spell—I couldn’t imagine a better pairing. We’re already putting everything into making these shows truly special. I can’t wait to see our amazing fans on this run of dates. – Frontman Colin Hendra.

The tour brings together two acts with deep roots in the UK’s underground metal scene. Hendra and Phantom Spell’s Kyle McNeal have shared stages and creative visions since the early 2010s, when Wytch Hazel and Seven Sisters first began to draw attention for their distinctive sound and commitment to classic influences.

Audiences can expect a journey through musical landscapes shaped by medieval imagery, spiritual themes and the golden age of 1970s rock. The Heaven & Spell Tour is a celebration of storytelling, atmosphere and the enduring power of melody. It is a rare chance to experience two bands at the height of their creative powers, offering a glimpse into other worlds through sound.

Tickets are available via Dragon Productions: https://vivenu.com/seller/dragon-productions-uwxk

Wytch Hazel: https://wytchhazel.com/

Phantom Spell: https://linktr.ee/phantomspell

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HyperioN unleash lyric video for “Rewire, Rebuild” ahead of new album ‘Cybergenesis’

Rising from the heart of Italy’s heavy metal underground, HyperioN have dropped a gripping lyric video for “Rewire, Rebuild,” the second single from their forthcoming album, Cybergenesis. Watch it now on YouTube:

http://www.youtu.be/F_t3ubeiPMc

The track is streaming across all major platforms, including Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, AWA, and Deezer.

Set for release on January 15th, 2026 via Fighter Records, Cybergenesis marks HyperioN’s third full-length studio album and is now available for pre-order: hyperionbandheavy.bandcamp.com/album/cybergenesis

A concept-driven record steeped in classic sci-fi lore, Cybergenesis delivers eight tracks of high-octane traditional heavy metal. The album’s narrative follows a doomed space mission that triggers the awakening of the Choir—an ancient alien hive mind—and humanity’s descent into a brutal war against cyborg overlords. At the center of this rebellion stands the Rhizome Rider, a fallen commander reborn to lead the final charge for freedom.

Drawing inspiration from genre-defining works like Star Trek and Ghost in the Shell, Cybergenesis explores themes of resistance, sacrifice, and the enduring strength of the human spirit.

The album’s cover art was hand-painted by UK illustrator Ryan T. Hancock, known for his work with Seven Sisters, Blood Star, and Stormborn. HyperioN deliberately chose a traditional canvas approach to reflect the album’s raw, human essence.

Tracklist:

1. Deafening
2. Rewire, Rebuild
3. Yet We Still Fight
4. The Shackles of Chronitus
5. Blood Over Chrome
6. Grain of Sand
7. Rhizome Rider
8. The Whole of Time

Current Line-up:

• Davide Cotti – Guitars
• Francesco Madonna – Drums
• Max Morelli – Vocals
• Simone “Nega” Cauli – Bass
• Francis Dipasquale – Guitars

About HyperioN: Founded in 2015 by drummer Jason Beghelli and guitarist Davide Cotti, HyperioN emerged with a mission to revive traditional heavy metal, channeling the spirit of Metal Church, early Queensrÿche, and Judas Priest. Their debut album Dangerous Days (2017) earned critical acclaim and led to live appearances alongside Italian metal stalwarts.

Following lineup changes and the release of Into The Maelstrom (2020), the band weathered the pandemic and expanded their global reach via Bandcamp and streaming platforms. With a refreshed lineup and renewed creative fire, HyperioN now present Cybergenesis—a bold new chapter that honors their roots while pushing their sound into cinematic, sci-fi territory.

LInktree: linktr.ee/hyperionband

Fighter Records: fighter-records.com

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Support the scene: Bitter Price (Germany)

The heavy metal fires burn hot in Germany and one band from the inferno delivering smoking music is Bitter Force. Right now over on their bandcamp page they have some exclusive merch including the TOT tshirt and logo patch available! So if your a fan old or new head on over and grab some gear!

Remember buying physical merch always goes so much further. It puts more money in bands pockets, helping them to do what they do best and that is deliver the metal! So if you love the bands music and can do so, grab some merch and help keep the metal flame burning!

Links

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bitterprice

Bandcamp: https://bitterprice.bandcamp.com/album/the-orwohaus-tapes

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitterprice.band

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Review: Ninth Circle – “Anthem of the Immortal”

Release Date: June 3, 2025

Mark Pruett

Los Angeles, California: a realm where riffs are born in fire and legends are carved into stone. Beneath the neon glow of Hollywood’s hallowed venues, the ground trembles with the echoes of battle cries and amplifier roars. This city pulses with rock and it bleeds molten metal from every cracked sidewalk and backstage corridor. Etched into the obsidian throne of its sonic pantheon stands Ninth Circle, a name forged in steel and scorched into the annals of heavy metal history.

Their self-titled debut, unleashed in 2000, was a war horn blown from the battlements. With melodic sorcery, NWOTHM steel, and the galloping charge of epic power metal, Ninth Circle summoned legions to their banner. Each release since then, The Power of One (2008), Legions of the Brave (2014), and Echo Black (2020), has been a sharpened blade in their arsenal, a testament to their evolving might and unwavering allegiance to the craft.

Then came mid-2025. The sky split. The ground cracked. And from the storm emerged Anthem of the Immortal, a thunderous gauntlet hurled from the heavens. Dennis Brown, wielder of voice, guitar, and keys, channels celestial fury with every note, crafting tales that echo through castle halls and battlefield ruins. Frank Forray swings his bass like a warhammer forged in the depths of Mount Doom, each strike sending shockwaves through the realm. Behind the throne sits Richie “Captain Black” Brooks, commanding a drum kit that rumbles like siege engines at the gates of a doomed kingdom.

Together, they ride into the fray, cloaked in sound and fury, bearing the banner of true metal. Ninth Circle continues to conquer 25 years into their storied career. Their saga continues to unfold like a prophecy written in lightning.

Review

Anthem of the Immortal unsheathes its blade with “I, The Radical,” and is a thunderous declaration of intent. The opening riff stands alone like a lone sentinel atop a storm-lashed tower, casting a shadow over the battlefield below. Then, the full band erupts into view like warhorses cresting the hill, galloping into the fray with righteous fury.

This is a saga where a warrior rises from the ashes of chaos, not to whisper peace but to roar truth and vengeance. The rhythm gallops like a cavalry charge, the melodies soar like banners caught in the wind, and the tale unfolds with cinematic grandeur. At its peak, a solo blazes forth like lightning striking the crown of a tyrant, splitting the sky with divine precision. The final flourish lands like a sword plunged into stone, triumphant and unyielding. The opener kicks down the gates and plants a flag in the soil. Ninth Circle has arrived, and the war drums have begun to thunder.

“Archangel” descends like a flaming sword hurled from the heavens, striking the earth with divine velocity. No preamble, no mercy… just a stormfront of sound that tears through the silence like a battalion of winged crusaders. The riff arrives wrapped in lightning and thunder, a sonic tempest that surges forward with righteous fury.

This is the arrival of a protector forged in the fires of ultimate good, cloaked in radiant armor and wielding riffs like holy relics. Ninth Circle stands tall as a trinity of power (Brown, Forray, and Brooks) each a pillar of the cathedral, each summoning their might in perfect synchronicity. The rhythm gallops with divine intent, the melodies shimmer like stained glass shattered by war cries.

Then comes the solo. It climbs skyward like a phoenix ascending through storm clouds, trailing fire and glory. The track closes not with silence, but with triumph, as fists rise and evil falls. It’s a battle hymn for the faithful, a call to arms for those who still believe in the power of metal to save souls and scorch demons.

“Devil of Manchester” opens with a riff so fierce it feels like a cursed blade being unsheathed in a moonlit alley. It demands a rewind, a second reckoning, and even a third listen as you descend into the shadows. Evil is afoot, and the warning tolls like a cathedral bell cracked by lightning.

The song races through rain-slicked streets, chased by maniacal laughter and the scent of brimstone. This is the soundtrack of a hunt through fog and fear, where the devil walks in human skin and the city itself seems possessed. The breakdown arrives like a whisper from the abyss, chilling the spine and freezing the breath before the solo erupts like a banshee scream, slicing through the gloom with unholy precision.

As the track barrels forward, the hairs on your neck rise like sentinels. You glance over your shoulder. You see nothing. But you feel everything. Ninth Circle has conjured a sonic specter, a metal incantation that stalks the listener long after the final note fades.

“First Strike” charges from the gates like a warhorse clad in obsidian armor, blade drawn and eyes locked on the enemy. It doesn’t hesitate. It doesn’t ask questions. It lands the first blow with a groove so mighty it feels like a sacred rite. This is an invocation of rhythm and resolve.

This is a warrior’s anthem, forged for those who rise not for glory, but for justice. Ninth Circle channels the spirit of the battlefield, rallying behind the call to defend the weak and the voiceless. The riffwork is a battering ram, relentless and righteous, while the rhythm section marches like an army of the just.

Then the solo ascends, gleaming like a blade catching sunlight on the eve of war, slicing through the clouds before returning to the groove with the precision of a seasoned general. It’s one of the album’s crowning moments, a sonic standard raised high above the chaos. When this one hits the stage, fists will rise, voices will roar, and the faithful will answer the call.

I noticed that Ninth Circle had chosen to cover the Chicago hit “25 or 6 to 4” and was not quite sure what to think. Their take on it storms in like a brass-clad juggernaut, transforming the classic tune into a full-throttle metal tribute. Horns become thunder, riffs blaze like wildfire, and the vocals ride the lightning. It’s bold, it’s ferocious, and somehow, miraculously, it still honors the soul of the original. A salute to the forefathers, delivered with steel and reverence.

Getting back to the metal attack, “Don’t Back Down” charges into the fray with zero hesitation, and is a battle anthem forged for the fearless. Ninth Circle taps into the sacred vein of power metal, delivering a track that pulses with valor and grit. The riffs strike like warhammers, the rhythm marches with purpose, and the message is clear: stand tall, even when the shadows close in.

For every warrior who tightens their armor and stares down the storm, this song is a shield of sound. It inspires and it fortifies. Strength. Honor. No retreat. TO BATTLE!

“Never Die” opens with a riff carved from obsidian, thick and jagged like the edge of a battle-worn axe. It sets the stage like storm clouds gathering over a distant mountain keep, promising trials and triumphs to come. The mid-tempo groove simmers beneath the surface, a slow-burning forge where steel is tempered and heroes are made.

This is a tale of endurance, of a lone warrior tested by flame and fury. Each verse is a footstep deeper into the gauntlet, each chorus a clash of blades against doubt. The rhythm pulses like a heartbeat beneath armor, steady and defiant. Then the solo arrives, and it soars above the thunder like an eagle crowned in divine light. Among the album’s many peaks, this one stands tall as a monument to perseverance.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hhQ0hs5xSlk

Up next is “Futuresonic”, and it blasts out of the gate like a chrome-plated locomotive tearing through time, with sparks flying from the rails as it barrels toward a horizon lit by neon fire. The tempo is relentless, a pulse-pounding sprint that never loses its footing in the groove. Ninth Circle rides this beast with precision where lyrics are spit like shrapnel, and the bass rumbles like an engine pushed to its limits, holding the whole machine together with sheer force of will.

This is a track built for the stage, a closer forged to leave scorched earth behind. It’s the sound of a band at full throttle, riding the rails of rhythm into the night. When this one hits the crowd, they’ll erupt, fists raised, hearts racing, carried out on a high that echoes long after the final note fades.

Getting fast and dirty, “Stand and Fight” draws a line in the sand and dares the enemy to cross it. Hard charging like legions clashing on the open plain, this track leaves no room for retreat and only offers the roar of defiance. Dennis Brown delivers each lyric like a battle cry; his voice laced with fire and conviction. Behind him, the unshakable back line holds the fort, pounding out a rhythm that feels like war drums echoing through canyon walls.

A brief but fierce solo pierces the night like a bolt hurled from a warlock’s tower: sharp, sudden, and unforgettable. This is yet another anthemic gem, forged for raised fists and shouted choruses. When the dust settles, “Stand and Fight” remains as a rallying cry etched in steel.

Temptation pulses throughout “Pleasures of the Heart”. The forbidden allure is a slow-burning seduction that threatens to consume the soul.  It conjures a tale as old as time: desire versus destiny, temptation versus truth. The groove smolders like embers beneath velvet shadows, while the lyrics whisper of pleasures too sweet to resist. It’s a dangerous dance, wrapped in fire and longing. Will you hold the line, or taste the fruit and risk it all? The choice is yours. Just remember, the price is eternal.

With an epic and majestic tone, “The Road Paved with Souls” opens like ancient gates creaking wide, revealing a vast and solemn expanse. Brooding and contemplative, it carries the weight of countless lives etched into stone and shadow. The groove is steady, the tone somber, yet it never falters. This is a power metal magnum opus with purpose. As the song unfolds, it evokes the endless march of time, where each soul is a step on a road without end. Past, present, and future blur, and through the thunder of this track, fate itself begins to unravel.

“Move the Mountain” is a classic metal juggernaut that hits every mark with precision and power. A driving riff leads the charge, backed by ground-shaking bass and teeth-rattling drums that feel like tectonic plates shifting beneath your feet. This one delivers yet another anthem to strength, fortitude, and the unyielding will to fight for what’s right. It’s the sound of defiance carved into stone. The command is unyielding, immovable, eternal.

“Burn Like the Sun” ignites with a flash and never looks back. It’s a fast, fiery groove that lifts the fallen and rallies the weary. It blazes with purpose, a final surge of light at the end of the journey. Like an angel clad in golden armor, wings gleaming with eternal fire, the track soars with radiant energy. Ninth Circle closes the album not with a whisper, but with a triumphant blaze that leaves the sky scorched and spirits renewed. TO VICTORY!

Conclusion

Anthem of the Immortal by Ninth Circle is a 13-track odyssey of legendary proportions. The through-line is clear: this is a relentless, uplifting message that rallies the spirit and calls the listener to arms for the greater good. Tracks like “Stand and Fight” and “Burn Like the Sun” blaze with courage, while even darker cuts like “Pleasures of the Heart” leave room for redemption, reminding us that Good always has more than a fighting chance.

It’s obvious that Ninth Circle has drawn inspiration from the titans of metal, but they’ve forged their own arsenal from the raw material. These songs aren’t replicas. They’re weapons of original design, cast in fire and wielded with conviction. No gimmicks. No shortcuts. Just pure, authentic metal from the heart.

Constructively, there’s room to fortify the mix. The songs are dynamic and powerful, but the low end could use more weight. Frank Forray’s bass lines bounce with energy, yet they often get buried beneath the guitar’s dominance. Richie Brooks brings thunder behind the kit, and while the snares cut through, the kick drums deserve to roar louder. A thicker foundation would elevate the entire sonic fortress.

Still, this is a minor note in the grand scheme. The mix isn’t broken, it’s just a battlefield that could use a few more reinforcements.

Twenty-five years into their crusade, Ninth Circle has delivered a diamond forged under pressure and time. There’s wisdom in its soul, fire in its heart, and metal in its veins. These legends have endured and ascended. They are living proof that Los Angeles is the true home of all things metal.

This record kicks major metal ass! Keep the fires burning!

TheNWOTHM Score: 9/10

Links

Band: https://www.ninthcircle.us/

Bandcamp: https://fighter-records.bandcamp.com/album/anthem-of-the-immortal

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ninth_circle_official_/?hl=en

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Band of the day: Arkham Witch (UK)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tdYpWEWrBV8

Band: Arkham Witch

Country: UK

Label: Independent

Members: Leafy Greens – Vocals Sly Tinnie – Guitars Kanye Diggit – Guitars Helen Heaven – Bass Tanya Hide – Drums

Album: Master Eternal

Track Info:
1. Three Bladed Doom 00:00 2. High Magic! 03:45 3. Master Eternal 07:59 4. Evil Spells 14:02 5. Savage Sword 19:02 6. Death by Heavy Metal 25:04

Arkham Witch is a heavy/doom metal band from Keighley, West Yorkshire, England, active since 2008. Their sound fuses Lovecraftian horror, sword-and-sorcery epics, and occult weirdness into riff-heavy anthems. Releases include Legions of the Deep (2012), I Am Providence (2015), and Swords Against Death (2022), alongside a prolific run of demos, EPs, and compilations. They’ve also contributed exclusive tracks to genre-spanning metal samplers. Logo by Jowita Kamińska-Peruzzi.

Links

Bandcamp: https://arkhamwitch.bandcamp.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ArkhamWitch

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/arkham_witch

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Interview: Girder (UK)

The Nwothm

Forged in the seaside grit of Bournemouth and tempered by Brazilian fire, Girder are dragging true heavy metal back to the frontline. With their self-titled debut roaring loud and proud, the quartet channel chaos, camaraderie, and classic NWOBHM spirit into pure sonic steel. We caught up with them to talk origins, mayhem, and keeping metal true.

Interview

heNwothm: For those just discovering you, who or what is Girder—and what should they expect when they hit play?

Metal Matt: We’re a family of old school heavy metal maniacs; half English and half Brazillian! Our band is made up of 4 unique characters; Metal Dress on lead vocals, (myself) Metal Matt bass and vocals, Iron Paul on guitar and vocals and Hordak II on drums. If people like 80’s heavy metal, then they will love us!

Hordak II: When someone hit play they’ll listen to a range of heavy music, from hard rock to thrash metal, eventually melodic, but mostly old school metal. Just don’t expect anything close to nu metal. If they want modern metal, don’t listen to us.

TheNwothm: How did Girder form and what stories can you share from your early days?

Hordak II: Since when me and Metal Dress first met with Metal Matt at one of our gigs we started bumping into each other at other gigs and concerts very often, what showed is that we all had similar tastes in music. As soon as we joined ourselves to make music together we felt a really powerful connection that worked really well as a band.

Metal Matt: We formed the band three years ago, after my previous progressive rock band Crimson Creatures ended. I sang lead vocals and played bass in that band.

I met the Brazilian couple (now my best friends) Hordak II and Metal Dress a year or so before whilst watching their gothic, funeral project Morbus Fatalis. Like Hordak said, we bonded over our mutual love for heavy metal, and Metal Dress urged me to form a band with them on multiple occasions, but I declined since I was busy in two bands.The moment Crimson Creatures ended, I instantly phoned Hordak II to immediately form a heavy metal band whilst they were moving house!

We had a big meeting as Hordak II, Metal Dress and Metal Matt. We started writing ideas for our clothes, style and lyrics. We all agreed that we will never play Nu-Metal- and we would play Old/True heavy metal! I started writing the lyrics for Killers of the Night and 6:30 late at night round Metal Dress’ house, and in the morning, a boy got murdered down the street. As if my pen was writing about what was happening there and then! We agreed that we wanted a fourth member to play guitar. I met Iron Paul in a pub a week or so later, and thus we had the Girder lineup after several pints!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ytZ9mDWHUAA&list=RDytZ9mDWHUAA&start_radio=1

TheNwothm: Bournemouth isn’t the first place people associate with dragons, slugs, and metal mayhem. How has your hometown shaped your sound or attitude?

Hordak II: Girder was basically forged in Boscombe, Bournemouth, a place that has one of the highest crime rates in the UK. Me and Metal Dress come from a big town in South America with lots of violence and crime too. So these were the subject of our first songs. But our music is not only about mayhem and crimes, as we also make music about fun and boozing at the beach, as that’s a big thing in Bournemouth too.

Metal Matt: We are all fans (especially Metal Dress) of going to the beach and having parties and BBQ’s, so that sunny, positive attitude blends naturally into our music. Being into progressive rock as much as I am into metal, I love that our area of Dorset has had famous names in the music scene like Lee Kerslake, Robert Fripp, Greg Lake and John Wetton to name a few. Tolkien even lived down here!

TheNwothm: What’s the story behind the name “Girder”? Was it a eureka moment or a pub-fuelled accident?

Metal Matt: Knowing us, probably the latter. I remember Iron Paul and I talking about song ideas and band names down the pub several times. I’m sure Iron Paul brought up the name, as we were looking for something unmistakingly metal. A girder? Brilliant! I’ll buy another round…

Hordak II: We wanted a name that expressed what our music is, so Girder fit perfectly either to the music we make, as well as to what we listen to and love watching. 

TheNwothm: Dorset’s got beaches, fossils, and now a heavy metal band singing about murder and parties. How does the local culture feed into your themes?

Hordak II: Local culture has always much to add to our music, as it is part of our everyday life in the streets. We have the police around all the time. Last year a body was found in pieces at Boscombe beach cliff. At our free time we enjoy boozing and having fun around, so thats all in our music.

Metal Matt: As the main songwriter in the band, I tend to get inspired by Iron Paul’s experiences then Hordak II and Metal Dress’ experiences in Brazil. Whenever I’m not recording and writing song ideas about fantasy dragons or slugs, I’m taking inspiration from local murders and Brazilian drug crime. Unfortunately, we have a lot of local murders and it inspired me to write our songs ‘Killers of the Night’, ‘6:30’ and ‘Rekindle the Flame’.

TheNwothm: Do you feel connected to the wider UK metal scene, or is Girder more of a rogue unit doing its own thing?

Metal Matt: Kind of both. Hordak and Metal Dress will feel connected to their music scene in Curitriba back in Brazil, and Iron Paul would feel more connected to the local grassroots music scene. I’m friends with several London, Somerset and Southampton bands like Toldeo Steel and Sanguis Mortem, so it does feel like we have that dual connection with Curitriba and the Southern UK metal scene.

Hordak II: As Metal Matt says, we feel connected to our local scene and have already started to get connected to a wider scene, but there is much more still to be achieved, considering we have just over two years as a band and we are still quite new to the UK wider scene.

TheNwothm: What’s your take on the current state of British heavy metal? Any scenes or bands you’re watching closely? Do you think Nwothm is still relatively underground in the UK?

Hordak II: British heavy metal scene has always been one of the most influential in the world and it will probably always be. As a South American I can tell the scene over there is quite big too, but we don’t hear about those bands over here, whilst the British bands are known worldwide. Nwothm is underground in the UK and everywhere, as mainstream music industry has no room for true metal music anymore. However, it will always be a strong underground movement with worldwide connections, as true metal culture is widely spread all around the globe.

Metal Matt: I’m friends with a lot of Southern UK metal bands and I go to a lot of local gigs, and it feels alive and strong. It will never go away at this point- especially in the underground. I’m only watching what my friend’s bands are doing like Seven Sisters, Tailgunner, Sanguis Mortem, Desolator or Toldeo Steel.

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TheNwothm: Let’s talk about the debut. “Girder” dropped in March 2025 so what was the first track you wrote for it, and did it set the tone for the rest?

Metal Matt: Girder, from the onset, was my chance to finally write metal music in a band, and the others wanted me to start writing songs quickly, so we had songs to practice.

At one point I was recording and pitching a new song idea every other week. I wrote and recorded demos for Headbanger’s Ball, Killers of the Night and 6:30 in a week and in that order. For the Girder demos, I play all the guitars, bass, programmed drums and vocal parts, as I prefer delivering finished song ideas that the band can twist and turn into our own, as opposed to just delivering a riff with no song structure or lyrics.

Hordak II: To my point of view we’ve got a few different styles in the album. Although all songs may be classified as “old school metal”, they vary on rhythms, speed and melody, so I would not say the first compositions set the tone for the others.

TheNwothm: “Headbanger’s Ball” kicks things off with a bang. Was that always meant to be the opener?

Hordak II: Yes! I’m glad you also felt it “kicks things off with a bang”! Good way to start an album!

Metal Matt: It was always meant to be the opener in my eyes, as it was the first song I wrote. We only properly started talking about the album sequence in recording. I convinced the others that the first three songs should be in the order we learnt and played them.

TheNwothm: “Killers of the Night” and “City Dealer” both sound like they could soundtrack a neon-lit brawl. Are there stories behind those tracks?

Metal Matt: A Girder brawl would be insane! Killers of the Night is about the local murders, rapes and stabbings in Bournemouth, and the message of looking out for each other and staying safe. Beware the killers of the night!

Hordak II: As Metal Matt says, Killers of the night was inspired by the sad reality of youngsters stabbing each other for stupid reasons, and at the same night we wrote it a 18 year old guy was stabbed to death less than a mile from us. By the way, there is a music video coming out soon for this one!

City dealer is about drug dealer gangs controlling communities at the outskirts of big towns in Brazil. Believe me, these gangsters can do more benefits for the local communities than than the government would ever do, and so they get the local residents to use fire weapons such as guns, rifles and machine guns to protect the drug business, including drug buyers and sellers, like an army that not even the police dare to tackle. Metal Dress has lived her childhood near one of these communities, where the sound of gun shots are a common thing to be heard daily.

TheNwothm: “Rekindle the Flame” stretches over five minutes. Was that your epic moment or a spontaneous jam that got out of hand?

Hordak II : It was indeed and epic moment.

Metal Matt: That’s my favourite song that I wrote for the album. I thought the others would hate the song when I presented the demo I had made, since this song is closer to my more progressive rock leaning solo music with some complex chords, funkier bits, genre-bending and a longer length that I thought would be a big ‘no-no’ in Girder land.

Fortunately, Iron Paul, Metal Dress and Hordak II loved this song! The concept I created, with the song telling the story of divorced couple reconciling and falling in love again by mutually murdering people and doing other horrible things, was very compelling. I wanted a song where Metal Dress and I sung as two different characters.

What I love about this first album of ours is that has proven that we can go in different directions with our songs: injecting more NWOBHM, glam, thrash, doom, prog, punk or death/black, and dare I say funk and jazz without angering the Hordak and Iron Paul!

Our second album is going to be pushing in multiple directions from shorter thrashier songs to radio hits to more experimental leaning arrangements.

TheNwothm: “Metal Changed, Not Me” feels like a statement. What inspired that track, and who were you aiming it at?

Metal Matt: Iron Paul, being the oldest and wisest member of Girder, once told us three how he fell out of touch with Metal for a while (probably the ambiguity of the 90s), and how it was like Metal changed style, but not him- he still wanted to hear stuff in the style of Motorhead and Judas Priest.

With this concept in mind, I wanted to write a really heavy song- almost a hate song! Which is funny as we tell people that this is our love ballad to metal, which it is, but it is also talking about the styles of music and metal that we do not like.

The song is also about going insane and having fun to heavy metal!

Once we started practicing the song, Hordak II mentioned how we have to mention that modern moshpits are kindergarten compared to moshpits he was in when he was younger!

Hordak II: Moshpit is one of the 80’s and 90’s heavy music trademarks. It was an expression of anarchy and chaos, with no patterns or organised movements and at the same time peaceful. The new metal generation twisted this culture to the opposite of what it used to be. Now moshpit became a circlepit and everyone follows the same direction, like everyone has to move and look to the same side. Now the peaceful chaos is gone. So it makes no more sense as an expression of freedom.

TheNwothm: The album closes with “Girder.” Was that a mission statement, a self-roast, or something else entirely?

Hordak II: It expresses how the four of us engaged at a band project and ended up like a family, where despite of the differences we love each other like siblings.

Metal Matt: We loved the idea of closing the album with a bang, and having our self titled song felt perfect! It ends the album like the ending to a big party. I wanted the self titled song to be about how the band formed in a semi-realistic way minus the dragons!

TheNwothm: What can you share about each of the band members?

Metal Matt: I’m Metal Matt. I’m the youngest member and I love women! I started playing bass, guitar and singing 7 years ago. I’m releasing my twelfth solo album (under my real name Matthew Cornes) very soon where I play all the instruments and sing, and I go from black metal to jazz to prog rock to 80s balladry. I also drew our Girder album cover and I do the artwork for my solo albums too. I am also in another rock band called Rhinefield and we are recording our first album in the next few weeks! 

Hordak II and Metal Dress are the Brazillians. They came over to the UK to be closer to the music they love, and to form a metal band with some British blokes like Iron Paul and myself. Metal Dress loves the beach, and is like having an older sister. She loves putting on new outfits for our shows. Hordak II killed Hordak I, because he was jealous of Hordak I having Metal Dress to himself.

Iron Paul is the oldest member and has played guitar for longer than I have been alive! He loves a Les Paul, and he was forged in the fires of Hades!!! Iron Paul eats his own guitar strings and has beef with microphones and they end up falling down! He plays in a local covers band called Oktober Rust, but has played in many more!

Hordak II: I’m Hordak II. I started playing at the punk rock scene in Brazil in 1996 as a teenager. Soon after started playing also at thrash and death metal bands. Always very involved in the music scene of Curitiba, have produced festivals and played gigs all around South Brazil and Paraguay. Metal Dress also has a punk background having sung at punk, post punk and grunge bands in Brazil.  Metal Dress and me have a duo project of funeral gothic music caller Morbus Fatalis, and we have just released our second album.

TheNwothm: What’s your go-to post-gig ritual: pub crawl, kebab run, or straight to the sea?

Metal Matt: Unpack, have a beer and chat to our fans, then straight to bed and sleep!

Hordak II: At summer time we’re definitely straight to the sea, but we also love to sit at a pub and watch a good rock’n’roll band performing. We’re very keen to watching local bands, even if they are of different styles. It is very important to support the local scene.

TheNwothm: What’s the dream tour setup for Girder? Any bands you’d love to share a stage with—or avoid at all costs?

Metal Matt: The dream tour setup would be pairing up with like minded fellow metalheads. We would love to go on tour with our friends Sanguis Mortem or Toledo Steel. I know Metal Dress and Iron Paul would want to tour with Seven Sisters, a London Nwothm band that we supported in Portsmouth this year. Great metal music!

We missed out on supporting Tailgunner a year or so ago in Bournemouth, which frustrated me, as I really enjoy their music, and I’m glad that they have been getting attention in the last few years. I know Hordak II and the other two would say this too- as Girder we want to keep playing new gigs with different styles of metal and music in general. We think it is important to be respectful of other artists even if we don’t like them.

Hordak II: We’re still working our way to play around the UK, as a first step. But we certainly intend to strike Europe within the next few of years, before we start looking at South America, where I’ve played most of my life. Touring around the world might feel like a distant dream for a band thats barely two years old, but the time is passing and when the right moment comes we’ll be ready. Anywhere we go we’ll be happy to play with local bands, to show them our support just like we enjoy playing with touring bands that come over here.

TheNwothm: Thinking ahead are there any shows or tours planned for the rest of 2025/2026?

Metal Matt: We are supporting London thrash metal band Thrasherwolf, who are playing on November 14th in Bournemouth with our friends Sanguis Mortem. Tickets can be found on SeeTickets or through our links attached to this interview. Apart from that, we are busy writing new songs for the second album. Even Hordak II has been writing songs this time, and Metal Dress and Iron Paul have had more input into my song ideas as well!

TheNwothm: Are you already penning ideas for your next release?

Hordak II: We already have two new songs at our current gigs, but we’re working on another few ones. We shall soon have the songs ready for the next album.

Metal Matt: We are expanding on the foundations we have made on our first album. We want to continue the mix of styles. Our songs will be covering themes such as beach parties, slugs, prostitutes, teaching metal (I’m a guitar/bass teacher too), dragons and death!

TheNwothm: How can our readers buy your music and merch?

Metal Matt: Come to our shows, we sell our merch there. For the time being, you can get our album digitally on Bandcamp!

TheNwothm: Where can fans follow you online?

Metal Matt: YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and Bandcamp!

TheNwothm: Anything else you would like to mention?

Metal Matt: As Hordak said earlier, we have a music video for ‘Killers of the Night’ coming out soon. You can check out the music video for our song ‘Fire to the Realm’ on our Girder YouTube channel right now! Thank you guys for interviewing us. Girder will continue to bring metal mayhem to the world!

Hordak II: GIRDERRR!!!!!

Metal Matt: GIRDERRRR!!!

Bandcamp: https://girder.bandcamp.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551896919110

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/girderband

Other: https://linktr.ee/girderband

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GirderHeavyMetal

#brazilianHeavyMetal #BritishHeavyMetal #CrimsonCreatures #Girder #GirderBand #GirderHeavyMetal #HeavyMetal #NewWaveOfTraditionalHeavyMetal #NWOTHM #SanguisMortem #sevenSisters #Tailgunner #thenwothm #ToledoSteel

Horned Legions Arise: one-day metal festival hits Hereford in support of HRRO

A new metal festival is set to take over Hereford on Saturday, 31 January 2026, bringing ten bands together for a single day of live music in aid of the Herefordshire Reuse and Recycling Organisation (HRRO). The event, titled Horned Legions Arise, will be held at The Victory (formerly The Jolly Roger) and runs from 2:00 pm to 11:30 pm.

The lineup features a mix of rising and established underground acts including Toledo Steel, Hanowar, Desolator, Arkham Witch, Koba, Mudlarker, Grave Altar, Kinstrife, Mount Slatra, and Bullhead. Expect a full spectrum of heavy metal styles from classic riff-driven anthems to doom, speed, and raw underground energy.

All proceeds will go directly to HRRO, supporting local sustainability and reuse initiatives. The day will also feature a charity raffle, merchandise stalls, and a full bar.

Tickets are priced at £10 and available now via Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/horned-legions-arise-one-day-metal-festival-in-aid-of-hrro-tickets-1740113037939

Venue details: The Victory (formerly The Jolly Roger) 88 Saint Owen’s Street Hereford HR1 2QD United Kingdom

#ArhamWitch #Bullhead #Desolator #GraveAltar #Hanowar #HeavyMetal #Kinstrife #Koba #MountSlatra #Mudlarker #NewWaveOfTraditionalHeavyMetal #News #NWOTHM #thenwothm #thenwothmCom #ToledoSteel

Horned Legions Arise: one-day metal festival hits Hereford in support of HRRO

A new metal festival is set to take over Hereford on Saturday, 31 January 2026, bringing ten bands together for a single day of live music in aid of the Herefordshire Reuse and Recycling Organisation (HRRO). The event, titled Horned Legions Arise, will be held at The Victory (formerly The Jolly Roger) and runs from 2:00 pm to 11:30 pm.

The lineup features a mix of rising and established underground acts including Toledo Steel, Hanowar, Desolator, Arkham Witch, Koba, Mudlarker, Grave Altar, Kinstrife, Mount Slatra, and Bullhead. Expect a full spectrum of heavy metal styles from classic riff-driven anthems to doom, speed, and raw underground energy.

All proceeds will go directly to HRRO, supporting local sustainability and reuse initiatives. The day will also feature a charity raffle, merchandise stalls, and a full bar.

Tickets are priced at £10 and available now via Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/horned-legions-arise-one-day-metal-festival-in-aid-of-hrro-tickets-1740113037939

Venue details: The Victory (formerly The Jolly Roger) 88 Saint Owen’s Street Hereford HR1 2QD United Kingdom

#ArhamWitch #Bullhead #Desolator #GraveAltar #Hanowar #HeavyMetal #Kinstrife #Koba #MountSlatra #Mudlarker #NewWaveOfTraditionalHeavyMetal #News #NWOTHM #thenwothm #thenwothmCom #ToledoSteel

Horned Legions Arise: one-day metal festival hits Hereford in support of HRRO

A new metal festival is set to take over Hereford on Saturday, 31 January 2026, bringing ten bands together for a single day of live music in aid of the Herefordshire Reuse and Recycling Organisation (HRRO). The event, titled Horned Legions Arise, will be held at The Victory (formerly The Jolly Roger) and runs from 2:00 pm to 11:30 pm.

The lineup features a mix of rising and established underground acts including Toledo Steel, Hanowar, Desolator, Arkham Witch, Koba, Mudlarker, Grave Altar, Kinstrife, Mount Slatra, and Bullhead. Expect a full spectrum of heavy metal styles from classic riff-driven anthems to doom, speed, and raw underground energy.

All proceeds will go directly to HRRO, supporting local sustainability and reuse initiatives. The day will also feature a charity raffle, merchandise stalls, and a full bar.

Tickets are priced at £10 and available now via Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/horned-legions-arise-one-day-metal-festival-in-aid-of-hrro-tickets-1740113037939

Venue details: The Victory (formerly The Jolly Roger) 88 Saint Owen’s Street Hereford HR1 2QD United Kingdom

#ArhamWitch #Bullhead #Desolator #GraveAltar #Hanowar #HeavyMetal #Kinstrife #Koba #MountSlatra #Mudlarker #NewWaveOfTraditionalHeavyMetal #News #NWOTHM #thenwothm #thenwothmCom #ToledoSteel

Horned Legions Arise: one-day metal festival hits Hereford in support of HRRO

A new metal festival is set to take over Hereford on Saturday, 31 January 2026, bringing ten bands together for a single day of live music in aid of the Herefordshire Reuse and Recycling Organisation (HRRO). The event, titled Horned Legions Arise, will be held at The Victory (formerly The Jolly Roger) and runs from 2:00 pm to 11:30 pm.

The lineup features a mix of rising and established underground acts including Toledo Steel, Hanowar, Desolator, Arkham Witch, Koba, Mudlarker, Grave Altar, Kinstrife, Mount Slatra, and Bullhead. Expect a full spectrum of heavy metal styles from classic riff-driven anthems to doom, speed, and raw underground energy.

All proceeds will go directly to HRRO, supporting local sustainability and reuse initiatives. The day will also feature a charity raffle, merchandise stalls, and a full bar.

Tickets are priced at £10 and available now via Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/horned-legions-arise-one-day-metal-festival-in-aid-of-hrro-tickets-1740113037939

Venue details: The Victory (formerly The Jolly Roger) 88 Saint Owen’s Street Hereford HR1 2QD United Kingdom

#ArhamWitch #Bullhead #Desolator #GraveAltar #Hanowar #HeavyMetal #Kinstrife #Koba #MountSlatra #Mudlarker #NewWaveOfTraditionalHeavyMetal #News #NWOTHM #thenwothm #thenwothmCom #ToledoSteel

Horned Legions Arise: one-day metal festival hits Hereford in support of HRRO

A new metal festival is set to take over Hereford on Saturday, 31 January 2026, bringing ten bands together for a single day of live music in aid of the Herefordshire Reuse and Recycling Organisation (HRRO). The event, titled Horned Legions Arise, will be held at The Victory (formerly The Jolly Roger) and runs from 2:00 pm to 11:30 pm.

The lineup features a mix of rising and established underground acts including Toledo Steel, Hanowar, Desolator, Arkham Witch, Koba, Mudlarker, Grave Altar, Kinstrife, Mount Slatra, and Bullhead. Expect a full spectrum of heavy metal styles from classic riff-driven anthems to doom, speed, and raw underground energy.

All proceeds will go directly to HRRO, supporting local sustainability and reuse initiatives. The day will also feature a charity raffle, merchandise stalls, and a full bar.

Tickets are priced at £10 and available now via Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/horned-legions-arise-one-day-metal-festival-in-aid-of-hrro-tickets-1740113037939

Venue details: The Victory (formerly The Jolly Roger) 88 Saint Owen’s Street Hereford HR1 2QD United Kingdom

#ArhamWitch #Bullhead #Desolator #GraveAltar #Hanowar #HeavyMetal #Kinstrife #Koba #MountSlatra #Mudlarker #NewWaveOfTraditionalHeavyMetal #News #NWOTHM #thenwothm #thenwothmCom #ToledoSteel

Sceptor “Wrath of the Gods” CC unboxing

We continue our unboxing series with another slab of German Heavy Metal and that is Sceptor’s new album ‘Wrath of the Gods.” The new album is now available via Metalizer records and here is all the info as mentioned on their site:

Metalizer Records 2025. The 3rd full length Album of the german Heavy Metal Institution. No other band from europe can Play perfect US METAL in the vein of early VICIOUS, JAG PANZER or RIOT. Of Course, Bob Mitchell was not into the band anymore, because of Health Problems. But they replaced him with the amazing voice of Florian Reimann (ex DESTILLERY, GOBLINS BLADE, etc.). Sharp guitars from Torsten “Todde” Lang and powerful hymns that are made for fans of the real HEAVY METAL. Listen to YouTube Songs and get it NOW! 

Get your STILL SEALED copy of this jewel case CD Edition!

Buy it here: https://www.metalizer-records.de/?a=9981&lang=eng

Band facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sceptormetal

Band Bandcamp: https://sceptor.bandcamp.com/

Tracks:

1. From The Abyss
2. Legion
3. Hades & Zeus
4. Slave Of Power
5. Demon Eyes
6. Slow Ride Into The Sun
7. Eternal Death
8. Poseidon
9. Throne Of The Damned

https://youtu.be/hHAA9Nn2PIQ

#GermanHeavyMetal #HeavyMetal #MetalizerRecords #NewAlbum #NewWaveOfTraditionalHeavyMetal #NWOTHM #sceptor #thenwothm #thenwothmCom #unboxing #wrathOfTheGods

Write for TheNwothm!

We are currently looking to expand the team so if you think you have what it takes check out the info below and send in your application!

TheNwothm.com is your ultimate destination for everything related to the New Wave of Traditional Heavy Metal. From the latest news and reviews to exclusive interviews and beyond, we’re here to celebrate and elevate this vibrant genre. I’m Rob, and I founded the site at the beginning of 2023 with one clear goal in mind: to shine a spotlight on NWOTHM bands from every corner of the globe!

This site wouldn’t be what it is today without our dedicated and passionate team of writers, who live and breathe NWOTHM. We’re a small but incredibly committed group, united by a shared love for this genre and a deep drive to spread the word. That’s why we’re now looking for voluntary contributors who are just as passionate about NWOTHM as we are. Join us in helping to amplify the voices of these incredible bands and take part in a growing community of like-minded enthusiasts!

If you have any questions about contributing to the site please do not hesitate to get in touch as I am happy to answer any questions you may have!

🏆Benefits of writing for TheNwothm:

• Get your writing in front of thousands of metal fans!
• Review new music before it is released.
• Opportunity to interview bands when available.
• Press passes to shows (depends on your input and press availability)

❤️ Must haves to write for us!

• Able to write to a good level in English.
• Basic Understanding of WordPress.
• Passion for New Wave of Traditional Heavy Metal and similar genres.

✅Here are a few things that will work in your favour when applying:

• You want to get stuck in and are able to contribute weekly.
• You can turn around pieces quickly.
• You take initiative and source news and others things to cover.
• You maintain great communication via Slack.
• Above all you show your passion for writing and love for heavy metal!

❌What we are not looking for:

• Unable to communicate regularly via slack.
• Unable to deliver pieces in agreed timeframes.
• Push out rush pieces with no effort.
• Write for a site that covers the same style content.

#creativeWriting #HeavyMetal #joinTheTeam #NewWaveOfTraditionalHeavyMetal #NWOTHM #thenwothm #thenwothmCom #WriteForThenwothm #WriteForUs

Write for TheNwothm!

We are currently looking to expand the team so if you think you have what it takes check out the info below and send in your application!

TheNwothm.com is your ultimate destination for everything related to the New Wave of Traditional Heavy Metal. From the latest news and reviews to exclusive interviews and beyond, we’re here to celebrate and elevate this vibrant genre. I’m Rob, and I founded the site at the beginning of 2023 with one clear goal in mind: to shine a spotlight on NWOTHM bands from every corner of the globe!

This site wouldn’t be what it is today without our dedicated and passionate team of writers, who live and breathe NWOTHM. We’re a small but incredibly committed group, united by a shared love for this genre and a deep drive to spread the word. That’s why we’re now looking for voluntary contributors who are just as passionate about NWOTHM as we are. Join us in helping to amplify the voices of these incredible bands and take part in a growing community of like-minded enthusiasts!

If you have any questions about contributing to the site please do not hesitate to get in touch as I am happy to answer any questions you may have!

🏆Benefits of writing for TheNwothm:

• Get your writing in front of thousands of metal fans!
• Review new music before it is released.
• Opportunity to interview bands when available.
• Press passes to shows (depends on your input and press availability)

❤️ Must haves to write for us!

• Able to write to a good level in English.
• Basic Understanding of WordPress.
• Passion for New Wave of Traditional Heavy Metal and similar genres.

✅Here are a few things that will work in your favour when applying:

• You want to get stuck in and are able to contribute weekly.
• You can turn around pieces quickly.
• You take initiative and source news and others things to cover.
• You maintain great communication via Slack.
• Above all you show your passion for writing and love for heavy metal!

❌What we are not looking for:

• Unable to communicate regularly via slack.
• Unable to deliver pieces in agreed timeframes.
• Push out rush pieces with no effort.
• Write for a site that covers the same style content.

#creativeWriting #HeavyMetal #joinTheTeam #NewWaveOfTraditionalHeavyMetal #NWOTHM #thenwothm #thenwothmCom #WriteForThenwothm #WriteForUs

Write for TheNwothm!

We are currently looking to expand the team so if you think you have what it takes check out the info below and send in your application!

TheNwothm.com is your ultimate destination for everything related to the New Wave of Traditional Heavy Metal. From the latest news and reviews to exclusive interviews and beyond, we’re here to celebrate and elevate this vibrant genre. I’m Rob, and I founded the site at the beginning of 2023 with one clear goal in mind: to shine a spotlight on NWOTHM bands from every corner of the globe!

This site wouldn’t be what it is today without our dedicated and passionate team of writers, who live and breathe NWOTHM. We’re a small but incredibly committed group, united by a shared love for this genre and a deep drive to spread the word. That’s why we’re now looking for voluntary contributors who are just as passionate about NWOTHM as we are. Join us in helping to amplify the voices of these incredible bands and take part in a growing community of like-minded enthusiasts!

If you have any questions about contributing to the site please do not hesitate to get in touch as I am happy to answer any questions you may have!

🏆Benefits of writing for TheNwothm:

• Get your writing in front of thousands of metal fans!
• Review new music before it is released.
• Opportunity to interview bands when available.
• Press passes to shows (depends on your input and press availability)

❤️ Must haves to write for us!

• Able to write to a good level in English.
• Basic Understanding of WordPress.
• Passion for New Wave of Traditional Heavy Metal and similar genres.

✅Here are a few things that will work in your favour when applying:

• You want to get stuck in and are able to contribute weekly.
• You can turn around pieces quickly.
• You take initiative and source news and others things to cover.
• You maintain great communication via Slack.
• Above all you show your passion for writing and love for heavy metal!

❌What we are not looking for:

• Unable to communicate regularly via slack.
• Unable to deliver pieces in agreed timeframes.
• Push out rush pieces with no effort.
• Write for a site that covers the same style content.

#creativeWriting #HeavyMetal #joinTheTeam #NewWaveOfTraditionalHeavyMetal #NWOTHM #thenwothm #thenwothmCom #WriteForThenwothm #WriteForUs

Write for TheNwothm!

We are currently looking to expand the team so if you think you have what it takes check out the info below and send in your application!

TheNwothm.com is your ultimate destination for everything related to the New Wave of Traditional Heavy Metal. From the latest news and reviews to exclusive interviews and beyond, we’re here to celebrate and elevate this vibrant genre. I’m Rob, and I founded the site at the beginning of 2023 with one clear goal in mind: to shine a spotlight on NWOTHM bands from every corner of the globe!

This site wouldn’t be what it is today without our dedicated and passionate team of writers, who live and breathe NWOTHM. We’re a small but incredibly committed group, united by a shared love for this genre and a deep drive to spread the word. That’s why we’re now looking for voluntary contributors who are just as passionate about NWOTHM as we are. Join us in helping to amplify the voices of these incredible bands and take part in a growing community of like-minded enthusiasts!

If you have any questions about contributing to the site please do not hesitate to get in touch as I am happy to answer any questions you may have!

🏆Benefits of writing for TheNwothm:

• Get your writing in front of thousands of metal fans!
• Review new music before it is released.
• Opportunity to interview bands when available.
• Press passes to shows (depends on your input and press availability)

❤️ Must haves to write for us!

• Able to write to a good level in English.
• Basic Understanding of WordPress.
• Passion for New Wave of Traditional Heavy Metal and similar genres.

✅Here are a few things that will work in your favour when applying:

• You want to get stuck in and are able to contribute weekly.
• You can turn around pieces quickly.
• You take initiative and source news and others things to cover.
• You maintain great communication via Slack.
• Above all you show your passion for writing and love for heavy metal!

❌What we are not looking for:

• Unable to communicate regularly via slack.
• Unable to deliver pieces in agreed timeframes.
• Push out rush pieces with no effort.
• Write for a site that covers the same style content.

#creativeWriting #HeavyMetal #joinTheTeam #NewWaveOfTraditionalHeavyMetal #NWOTHM #thenwothm #thenwothmCom #WriteForThenwothm #WriteForUs

Write for TheNwothm!

We are currently looking to expand the team so if you think you have what it takes check out the info below and send in your application!

TheNwothm.com is your ultimate destination for everything related to the New Wave of Traditional Heavy Metal. From the latest news and reviews to exclusive interviews and beyond, we’re here to celebrate and elevate this vibrant genre. I’m Rob, and I founded the site at the beginning of 2023 with one clear goal in mind: to shine a spotlight on NWOTHM bands from every corner of the globe!

This site wouldn’t be what it is today without our dedicated and passionate team of writers, who live and breathe NWOTHM. We’re a small but incredibly committed group, united by a shared love for this genre and a deep drive to spread the word. That’s why we’re now looking for voluntary contributors who are just as passionate about NWOTHM as we are. Join us in helping to amplify the voices of these incredible bands and take part in a growing community of like-minded enthusiasts!

If you have any questions about contributing to the site please do not hesitate to get in touch as I am happy to answer any questions you may have!

🏆Benefits of writing for TheNwothm:

• Get your writing in front of thousands of metal fans!
• Review new music before it is released.
• Opportunity to interview bands when available.
• Press passes to shows (depends on your input and press availability)

❤️ Must haves to write for us!

• Able to write to a good level in English.
• Basic Understanding of WordPress.
• Passion for New Wave of Traditional Heavy Metal and similar genres.

✅Here are a few things that will work in your favour when applying:

• You want to get stuck in and are able to contribute weekly.
• You can turn around pieces quickly.
• You take initiative and source news and others things to cover.
• You maintain great communication via Slack.
• Above all you show your passion for writing and love for heavy metal!

❌What we are not looking for:

• Unable to communicate regularly via slack.
• Unable to deliver pieces in agreed timeframes.
• Push out rush pieces with no effort.
• Write for a site that covers the same style content.

#creativeWriting #HeavyMetal #joinTheTeam #NewWaveOfTraditionalHeavyMetal #NWOTHM #thenwothm #thenwothmCom #WriteForThenwothm #WriteForUs