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Festival History: Resurrection Fest 2024

Every year, the small town of Viveiro in Galicia, Spain, transforms into a mecca for metalheads from all corners of the globe. This pilgrimage, known as Resurrection Fest, has become

Metalheads are the True Rebels

In an era where rebellion has become a commodity, metalheads stand out as the last true rebels in music. While mainstream trends shift with the whims of popular culture, metalheads

A powerful scene inspired by Warkings' album 'Odin's Sons' featuring a woman inspired by Melissa Bonny. The scene includes Viking warriors, epic battlefields, and Norse mythology elements like ravens and Valkyries. The woman stands confidently with a sword, surrounded by flames and dramatic skies, embodying the fierce spirit of a shieldmaiden. The background has a Norse-inspired landscape with mountains and a raging sea, creating an intense and epic atmosphere.

Now Playing: Warkings Odin’s Sons

Welcome, fellow metalheads, to a journey through the epic soundscapes of Warkings' latest masterpiece, "Odin's Sons." This album has been on repeat since its release, and for good reason. The

Metalhead man with long black hair, smokey eye makeup, and long black nails standing confidently in black leather with metal studs against a dramatic dark background with stage lights, reflecting the intense and rebellious spirit of the heavy metal community.

Libertarianism vs. Donald Trump

In the world of heavy metal, where freedom and rebellion are celebrated, a libertarian streak runs deep. Metalheads, known for their individualism and nonconformity, often resonate with libertarian principles that

Metal Isn’t Just Screaming

Metal. The very word conjures up images of thundering guitars, pounding drums, and yes, intense vocal deliveries that many dismiss as mere screaming. But to reduce metal to just "screaming

A menacing black metalhead with long black hair, wearing a spiked leather jacket, poses at the Brutal Assault festival. Behind him, the fortress of Josefov is lit dramatically, and the crowd is immersed in the festival's chaotic energy.

Festival History: Brutal Assault 2024

Brutal Assault is like the grim altar of metal festivals. Every year, it brings the heaviest, darkest, and most chaotic bands together in the heart of an ancient fortress in

Sonata Arctica performing on stage at Gimle in Roskilde, with a gothic metalhead woman enjoying the concert in the foreground, fans headbanging and holding up metal horns.

Live Review: Sonata Arctica in Roskilde 2024

On September 20, 2024, the historic city of Roskilde bore witness to an unforgettable night of melodic power metal as Sonata Arctica took the stage at Gimle. As a long-time

A black metalhead man and woman holding raw steaks, dressed in leather with long black hair, smoky eye makeup, and long black nails, in a dark environment with guitars in the background.

Meat and Metal: Why Animal Rights Activists Are Softening the Edge of Heavy Metal

Meat and Metal: When did the metal community get so soft? It used to be that metal was synonymous with rebellion, aggression, and an unapologetic embrace of the primal. Now,

Black metalhead man and woman, both with long black hair, smokey eye makeup, and wearing all leather, posing together with a drum set in the background.

Anti-War Stance in Metal: A Resonant Outcry

Metal, with its powerful riffs and raw, unfiltered expression, has always been a medium for voicing strong opinions and unspoken truths. Among the many themes explored within the genre, one

Night-time scene of the Tuska Open Air Metal Festival 2025 in Helsinki, with a metal band performing on an illuminated stage surrounded by pyrotechnics and smoke effects. A crowd of headbanging metalheads with raised fists and devil horns enjoy the vibrant, electrifying atmosphere under a starry sky with the Helsinki skyline in the background.

Tuska Open Air Metal Festival 2025: The Ultimate Metalhead Experience in Helsinki

The Tuska Open Air Metal Festival is the ultimate pilgrimage for metalheads across the globe. Scheduled for June 27th to June 29th, 2025, in the vibrant city of Helsinki, this

An iconic image capturing the essence of the Baltic Open Air 2024 festival, featuring a man and woman with long black hair dressed in black, standing powerfully in front of the main stage with intense lighting, surrounded by a crowd of metalheads and flying banners.

Festival History: Baltic Open Air 2024

Every year, metalheads from across the continent converge on Schleswig, Germany, for a celebration of all things heavy at the Baltic Open Air festival. But 2024? That was a year

A couple standing against a large corporate-sponsored stage with defiant expressions, highlighting the contrast between their authenticity and the commercialized environment around them, emphasizing Commercial Greed.

Is Metal Music Being Gutted by Commercial Greed?

Metal has always been more than just music; it’s a way of life, a movement, an identity. But let’s get something straight—this once fiercely independent genre is being gutted by

Soulfly's live performance at Pumpehuset is ready. It visually represents the raw energy and power of the concert.

Live Review: Soulfly at Pumpehuset, Copenhagen

On a balmy evening in Copenhagen, the air was thick with anticipation. The legendary metal band Soulfly was set to perform at Pumpehuset on July 30, 2024, and the venue

Gothic woman and black metalhead man standing close together at a metal festival, with stages, crowds, and band banners in the background. The woman is in a black lace dress, and the man in a leather jacket and band t-shirt.

Festival History: Hellfest 2024

Ah, Hellfest! A name that sends a thrill down the spine of every metalhead. Since its inception, Hellfest has grown into one of the most anticipated events on the metal

Metalhead man and woman standing in front of a large stage at Resurrection Fest 2025, surrounded by a crowd of metalheads, with intense lighting and a coastal town setting in Viveiro, Spain.

Resurrection Fest 2025: A Resurrection of the Gods

Every year, in the small coastal town of Viveiro, Galicia, something extraordinary happens. The sky darkens, the air thickens with anticipation, and the ground trembles under the weight of thousands

Behemoth and Testament live on stage at Malmö Arena with dramatic lighting, including spotlights and pyrotechnics. Behemoth's Nergal is in the foreground, wearing corpse paint and delivering a powerful performance. Testament's Chuck Billy is also prominently displayed, passionately engaging with the crowd.

Live Review: Behemoth and Testament

When it comes to witnessing live metal performances that leave an indelible mark on your soul, few bands can compare to the sheer power and presence of Behemoth and Testament.

Gothic woman and black metalhead man at Subkultfestivalen 2024 night concert stage with dramatic lighting.

Festival History: Subkultfestivalen 2024

In the realm of metal and goth subcultures, festivals aren't just events; they're the heartbeat of our community, the gathering places where music, art, and identity converge. Among these, Subkultfestivalen

Anti-Commercialism in the Metal Community

In the heart of the metal community, a powerful undercurrent flows—a disdain for the commercialization of music and culture. This anti-commercialism ethos is more than just a preference; it's a

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