Formed in 2009, Obsidian Tongue has carved a niche for themselves within the realms of atmospheric and progressive black metal. The band, originally a solo project by Brendan Hayter, quickly evolved into a formidable duo with the addition of drummer Raymond Capizzo. Known for their evocative soundscapes and lyrical depth, Obsidian Tongue has consistently pushed … Continue reading Album Review: Obsidian Tongue – Eclipsing Worlds of Scorn

Can Rock and Metal Music Be the Ultimate Soundtrack for Online Gambling?

Online gambling is booming, with millions of players in online casinos, poker rooms, and betting apps every day. But behind the flashing lights and spinning wheels, there’s an underrated element that shapes the player's experience—music. While easy-listening music and ambient tracks dominate many real brick and mortar casinos, a new contender is emerging in online … Continue reading Can Rock and Metal Music Be the Ultimate Soundtrack for Online Gambling?

Almost five years to the day when The Temperance Movement played their final show, after some teasing on social media, the band announced their return for March and April 2025. Sell-out shows followed, becoming some of the hottest tickets our scene has seen in quite some time. Which led to more shows being announced, including … Continue reading Gig Review: The Temperance Movement / Sam Palladio – Barrowland Ballroom (9th April 2025)

We’re closing in on Call of the Wild and we’re going to be back for a second year! So we’re getting to know as many of the bands set to play the Trailblazer Stage in 2025 that we can pin down. Heartbreak Remedy play the Friday. Simple things first – where are you guys from? … Continue reading Road to Call of the Wild 2025: Heartbreak Remedy

Alt rock favorites Yellowcard are celebrating the announcement of their new album Better Days by releasing the lead single and title track “Better Days” along with album track “honestly i.” Better Days is the band’s first full feature length album in almost a decade and will be available on October 10th. This highly anticipated album … Continue reading Yellowcard announce new album, first songs streaming now

Here we are again, back at Bannermans for a night of rock ’n’ roll—three bands with various sounds but all very much in the rock ’n’ roll style. We start off with local boys Holyrude Vault, a hard-working bunch of lads who I’ve seen numerous times, and they always deliver that classic LA Sunset Strip … Continue reading Gig Review: Kickin’ Valentina / Sisters Doll / Holyrude Vault – Bannermans, Edinburgh (15th May 2025)