German symphonic metal band XANDRIA presents the third single from their upcoming album, ‘Eclipse‘. “Northstar” is a guiding light in their discography. The track features uplifting dynamics with Celtic tin and low whistles, weaving together heavy guitars, cinematic grandeur, and folk elements, to create a journey full of discoveries. Looking back on a career spanning […]
German symphonic metal band XANDRIA presents the second single from their upcoming album. ‘Colours‘ is another highlight in their 30-year-spanning career. Throughout the song, a large classical choir takes center stage, while cinematic orchestral arrangements collide with modern metal riffing. Meanwhile, singer Ambre Vourvahis showcases her impressive vocal range, switching between multiple styles as effortlessly […]
Review: Mayhem Rock Festival 2026 The Nest, Nottingham – May 16th, 2026 Reviewer / Photographer – Dan Mann Mayhem retuned in 2026, this time to a much bigger venue, The Nest, part of Notts County football club. I have to say that on the whole it ‘s a pretty decent venue. With a 1000+ eager […]
Chart-topping German symphonic metal icons XANDRIA will release their new studio album, ‘Eclipse‘, on August 7th, 2026, via Napalm Records. The upcoming full-length features eleven tracks that represent the most diverse body of work in the band’s discography so far: every song has its own identity—a journey full of discoveries—yet they all belong to the […]
Mayhem Rock Festival is set to bring a huge wave of high energy rock to Nottingham on Saturday 16th May, taking over The Nest for a full day of powerful live music, featuring an international line-up of standout artists. Headlined by H.E.A.T and Eclipse, the festival delivers a stacked bill that blends established names with rising […]
Get ready to rock your socks off as Rock Vibes Nottingham and Born Again Concerts team up again to bring you Mayhem Rock Festival the newest indoor festival in the UK, featuring an electrifying line-up of Scandinavian classic rock, sleaze rock, and hard rock bands! Dates & Venues The festival will take place on Saturday May […]
Swedish Melodic Hard Rock giants Eclipse are finally back on the road with the announcement of their brand-new Megalomanium Tour 2025. A journey that will take them through Germany, Austria, the Czech Republic, Belgium, Switzerland, and Italy, this tour is more than just a series of shows, it’s a celebration of everything that makes Eclipse […]
Review: Eclipse, Collateral, Spin Salt Box, Nottingham (May 11th, 2025) Reviewer / Photographer – Dan Mann It was yet another new venue for me, nestled next to Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena is the Salt Box. Upon entering I was greeted by the lovely Lisa from Rock Vibes, who does so much for live music in Nottingham. […]
Time To Rock Festival can finally release the band that was actually wanted by most via the festival’s “wanted band function“: Eclipse “We listen and do our best to fulfill your wishes. Now it”s time for the group to make a comeback in Knislinge.” Eclipse was formed in Stockholm in 1999 by, among others, Erik […]
Review: Stonedead Festival Newark Showground (August 24th, 2024) Reviewer / Photographer: Dan Mann I’m not much of a wordsmith, I could just say that the entire day was great, something that’s agreed by a significant number of people based on the rather significant fact that next year’s Stonedead is almost sold out already, in less […]
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