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  Words by Anselm Anderson Today's Song of The Day is "Bella", the brand new single from Gothic Metal newcomers Tellers Scribe. The quintet, led by the haunting vocals of Kim Stacey-Merino, tells the story of a woman's body found inside a hollow tree. The band questions the identity of Bella from Witch Elm. The band's eerie lyrics are inspired by Dicksenian and Victorian Literature, conveyed through a unique blend of Gothic, Doom, and Heavy Metal. Tellers Scribe were formed in Bedfordshire, England in 2022. Stacey-Merino is joined by guitarist Michael Merino, Rythm guitarist Yus Dervish, bassist Dan Tuck and drummer Dave Brett. "Bella' is one of many singles released in the run-up to their debut album Volume 1. The track goes through several stages to convey the true horror of the story. The opening guitar salvo, is rapid and intense, leading lead vocalist Kim Stacey-Merino to showcase her immense vocal range. The aggressive, discordant chords return as ...

  Words by Anselm Anderson Legendary Rock singer Phil Mogg returns like a phoenix from the flame. No less than two years ago, Mogg disbanded his iconic rock band UFO, following a heart attack. Fortunately, a chance meeting with Voodoo Six bassist Tony Newton at the American Embassy proved to be the turning point in ushering in the return of Mogg. The duo joined long-time producer Neil Carter in writing twelve rock tracks for his new band,  Moggs Motel. Phil Mogg  has lost none of his charm and charismatic voice, as he is joined by drummer Joe Lazarus and guitarist Tommy Gentry to complete the lineup. The album is the polar opposite of the guitar-driven rock of UFO, as Mogg and co-deliver a personal collection of songs through a combination of blues, soul, gospel and hard rock. Photo Credit: Charlie Smith Adding the group's younger members gives the guitar a modern American rock sound full of flashy interplay and constructive riffs. This helps supplement Mogg's timel...

  Words from Anselm Anderson                  Release Date: September 6th There are natural pairings in life, like sunset and the rise of waves on a beach. John Corabi is like the sunrise to The Dead Daisies' crashing waves. Corabi is back at the mic stand to lead The Dead Daisies on a lively rock and roll journey, aboard the rock and roll express. Their upcoming album 'Light 'Em Up' will be released via SPV this Friday, September 6th. Since they formed a decade ago, The Dead Daisies have released over six albums, featured a who's who from the rock world, and toured with some of the best in the rock world, including Guns' N' Roses, Def Leppard and Bad Company. Corabi returned to the fold for last year's 2023 tour with Whitesnake bassist Michael Devin. The duo forming another revised lineup to join Marti Frederiksen at Muscle Shoals studio to record and write  'Light 'Em Up'.Upon first listening, Corabi's return brings a welcomed e...

  Words by Anselm Anderson Today's song review will be the latest single from Metal act 40,000 Leagues. The five-piece broke from their traditional melodic and progressive metal style to experiment with Power Metal. "The Dragon Will Rise" combines synths with soaring vocals and head-spinning guitar solos to give the genre a fresh outlook. The quintet hails from Manchester, England, and consists of vocalist 'Nips' Crossdale, guitarist Joe Leonard, rhythm guitar player Harry Hulme, drummer Paul Beesley, and bassist Rick Wiltshire. They follow the tried and tested tale of building a solid fanbase through hard work and dedication to their art. 40K Leagues has made a name for themselves following the debut release of EP 'A New Beginning', and the further successes of lead singles 'Reaper', 'Control' and Chaka Khan cover 'Ain't Nobody'. I will now redirect my attention to the single. "The Dragon Will Rise" immediately grabs ...

  Interview conducted by Anselm Anderson Rambling Man's Reviews recently caught up with blues guitarist Ross Harding to discuss his latest single, "A Thousand Snakes" (Deluxe Edition), his upcoming UK tour, and the reasons behind his relocation from South Africa to the UK. Scroll down to read the full interview. Hello, Ross. Congratulations on your latest single “A Thousand Snakes”.What is the decision to re-release it as a deluxe edition? Thank you very much for the opportunity to share some of my thoughts with your readers! The edition to release  'A Thousand Snakes Deluxe Version' is stylized and presented musically in the way I initially intended the song to sound and feel. Drastic changes were happening in my life, which directly influenced the recording process and release schedule of this body of songs (which all belong to an upcoming compilation/album called The Blood & The Blues). With this rendition, I really wanted to get into my more direct blues i...

  Words from Anselm Anderson                 Release Date: September 6th Metalcore band Cober Mouth , a rising star in the metal scene, has been lighting up stages and competing in prestigious competitions since their emergence five years ago. The quartet is now preparing for the release of their new EP, "Untethered," on Friday, September 6th. The five-tracker is an uncomfortable and unabashed blend of bludgeoning riffage, sinister breakdowns and emotionally unstable vocals mixed with raw and emotive lyrics, which have drawn comparisons with masked crusaders Slipknot  and contemporaries like Architects and Northlane. The band consists of vocalist Adam Jones, drummer Dylan Plenty, guitarist Lewis Cunningham and bassist Sam Windsor. Since their formation in Bristol, England, they have performed a sold-out show there and supported bands like Osiah and Drip Fed Empire. Cober Mouth  now hopes to change all that with their newest ...

  Words by Anselm Anderson Frontiers Music SRL has been experiencing recent success with notable releases from acts such as The Treatment, King Zebra, Mr. Big, and  Blue Oyster Cult. The legendary Heavy Metal pioneers return with their third release in nine months. The sequel to last year's LIVE IN NYC- 50th Anniversary  is released today (9th August) with the second night of the three-night celebrations of a career spanned over five decades. In September 2022, the band performed their second album, Tyranny and Mutations, in its entirety at a sold-out show in Sony Hall, New York City. The release includes a guest appearance from original drummer Albert Bouchard, in addition to the current lineup featuring singer Buck Dharma, guitarist Eric Bloom, drummer Richie Castellano, Jules Radino, and Danny Miranda. The album captures the same energy and performance as the original release and is available in a two-CD format, documenting the two nights. The band's chemistry ...