
Zebrahead - Walk The Plank
12 November by Amarpal Singh
It's hard enough mastering one genre, Zebrahead have spent most of their career trying to master multiple. How does Walk The Plank fit in with their impressive catalogue?

This Is Shark Country - Chances
12 November by Paul Harrison
Tech metal seems to be growing in popularity at the moment and This Is Shark Country are trying to capitalise on that with Chances, their four track EP.

Smokey Bastard - Back To The Drawing Room
8 November 2015 by Dan King
Folk-punk-rock isn't a genre most people would think of putting on. But here's why it should be for UK based Smokey Bastard.

Cryptopsy - The Book Of Suffering - Tome 1
3 November 2015 by Alex Mumford
American metallers Cryptopsy release their latest EP and first piece for 3 years. Alex takes a look.

Coheed And Cambria - The Color Before The Sun
2 November 2015 by Amarpal Singh
In October Coheed And Cambria released a new album. How good is it though?

Entwine - Chaotic Nation
2 November 2015 by Dan King
We have a look at the new album from Finnish rockers Entwine. From death metal to goth-rock, how do they keep going with all this change?

Between Waves - Paper Chain
31 October 2015 by Aimée Thomson
Female fronted Between Waves have released their new EP. Aimée has given it a listen and given her thoughts.

A Skylit Drive - A Skylit Drive
27 October 2015 by Amarpal Singh
Metalcore crew A Skylit Drive have gone through some testing times. Amarpal looks at how they've come out the other side.

Def Leppard - Def Leppard
27 October 2015 by James Salt
When a band who headline UK festivals releases a new album it's always cause for celebration. How does the Steel City's finest get on with their self titled new album?

Mayday Parade - Black Lines
26 October 2015 by Amarpal Singh
Does a change in direction reap the rewards that Mayday Parade hope it will? Amarpal take a look.

Speaking The King's - Carousel
22 October by James Salt
Post Hardcore has become the latest 'fad' when it comes to genres, taking over from metalcore. How do Speaking The King's fare?

John 'Rhino' Edwards - Rhino's Revenge
21 October 2015 by Dan King
Solo albums can often turn out to be a big old mistake. How does Quo bassist 'Rhino' Edwards get on with his second effort?

Draconian - Sovran
20 October 2015 by Alex Mumfod
The Swedish metallers have dropped Sovran on the world. Is it something you should be listening to? Find out here:

Dinosaur Pile-Up - Eleven Eleven
18 October 2015 by Dan King
The story of Dinosaur Pile-Up started a few years ago now, but Eleven Eleven may be the most important album they've released to date.

Never Found - Sorrow And Cyanide
18 October 2015 by Dan King
Welsh rockers Never Found are releasing Sorrow And Cyanide on 31st October. How good is it though?

Gone By Tomorrow - Blank Future by Dan King
16 October 2015 by Dan King
If you live in the South and haven't heard of Gone By Tomorrow then you need to read this review.

Daylight - One More Fight
15 October 2015 by James Salt
Spain has been seemingly lacking in decent rock bands over the years. Daylight are setting about fixing that with their pop-punk tones.

Aurora - Faith/Breaker
14 October by Dan King
If you're a metalcore fan and like music from the homeland of metal then Aurora are the band for you.

Black Stone Cherry - Thank You: Livin' Live
13 October 2015 by Dan King
Fans of rock music rejoice. There's a live Black Stone Cherry DVD. Recorded in Birmingham, take it in in all it's glory.

Skindred - Power
11 October 2015 by Daniel King
Welsh metal has had a hard time with Bullet For My Valentine falling from grace. It's ok though, Skindred are there to pick up the pieces.

Amberian Dawn - Innuendo
11 October 2015 by Alex Mumford
If you're a fan of symphonic metal then click the button under this paragraph. Amberian Dawn will be for you.

The Everlaine - The Secret's Out
11 October 2015 by Daniel King
In a time where female fronted bands are seemingly taking over, The Everlaine are doing thier part to join the scene.

Essence - Prime
10 October 2015 by Daniel King
If you've grown tired of the same old thrash metal then you might need some Essence in your life.

Gentlemans Pistols - Hustler's Row
10 October 2015 by James Salt
For fans of classic rock with a bluesy twist, Gentlemans Pistols are back.

Lost Atlanta - Alive
8 October 2015 by Alex Mumford
If you're a fan of post-hardcore then this EP is right up your street. If not, come in and give it a try anyway, there's a good chance these guys will change your mind.

Walk In Coma - Narrenturm
7 October 2015 by James Salt
This Essex five-piece have their EP, Narrenturm, out on 13th October 2015, but how good is it? James can tell you.

Sevendust - Kill The Flaw
6 October 2015 by Daniel King
Sevendust have just begun their third decade in the business. How does their newest album hold up?

For Today - Wake
6 October 2015 by Alex Mumford
If you feel you're missing a bit of Christian metalcore from your life, For Today might be just the band you're looking for.

Snail - Feral
4 October 2015 by Alex Mumford
With a career spanning over 2 decades (ignoring the little break) Snail must now be considered veterans. How does their latest album fare?

City And Colour - If I Should Go Before You
3 October 2015 by Daniel King
Dallas Green has had a busy year in 2015, reforming Alexisonfire and a new City And Colour. How good is this latest piece?

Trivium - Silence In The Snow
3 October 2015 by James Salt
Florida's finest, Trivium, have returned with the follow up album to flop that was Vengeance Falls. How have they bounced back?

Children Of Bodom - I Worship Chaos
1 October 2015 by Alex Mumford
Finish metal maestros Children Of Bodom return with their new album I Worship Chaos. How are these veterans getting on these days?

Press To Meco - Good Intent
30 September 2015 by Dan King
Press To Meco are a tidy little three piece with a style that might just give the rock scene the kick in the arse that it needs.

Ugly Kid Joe - Uglier Than They Used Ta Be
29 September 2015 by Aimée Thomson
You're familiar with Ugly Kid Joe, but it's been a long time since they released a new album. Think it's time you found your inner Kid!

Young States - Down To You
29 September 2015 by Paul Harrison
Female four piece Young States have released their debut EP and Paul Harrison gives it a spin.

Koshiro - Crown Of Venom
16 September 2015 by Daniel King
If you're into your metalcore then have a read of this. It's Bristol based Koshiro releasing their new EP, Crown Of Venom.

Bring Me The Horizon - That's The Spirit
16 September 2015 by James Salt
Our review of the new Bring Me The Horizon album is up now, how does it stand up to Sempiternal?

Atreyu - Long Live
15 September 2015 by Daniel King
Long Live is the first album released by Orange County's Atreyu since their reformation in 2014. Here's what we think of it.

Iron Maiden - The Book Of Souls
12 September 2015 by James Salt
A British rock band hitting the top of the official charts is always something to celebrate. Iron Maiden have done just that with The Book Of Soulds.

Backyard Babies - Four By Four
9 September 2015 by Aimée Thomson
With a career spanning decades and a 'final tour' under their belts already, we take in the new album from Backyard Babies.

Heartbreak Remedy - Midnight Groove
31 August 2015 by Paul Harrison
With tones of classic rock gone by, Heartbreak Remedy are taking us back in time with Midnight Groove.

Ghost - Meliora
25 August 2015 by Paul Harrison
If you're into satanic music but aren't a fan of vocals that will make your ears bleed then Ghost are probably right for you.

Krysthla - A War Of Souls
24 August 2015 by Daniel King
The debut album from Krysthla is just on the horizon and we gave it a test drive. This is an album you're going to want to get involved with.

Kadavar - Berlin
24 August 2015 by Daniel King
Kadavar have been around for a few years now and have now released their third studio album, Berlin. Head in to see what we thought.

Chris Cornell - Euphoria Morning Revisited
20 August 2015 - Daniel King
Chris Cornell recently re-released his solo album Euphoria Morning. We took a look back at it to see if it was worthy of it.

The Sword - High Country
12 August 2015 by Daniel King
The Sword have returned with High Country and bring their retro sounds to the fore once more.

Bullet For My Valentine - Venom
12 August 2015 by James Salt
Our review of the Welsh metallers Bullet For My Valentine's new album, Venom, is now live.

Elements - Where We Once Begun
10 August 2015 by Aimée Thomson
Hailing from Southampton, Elements are bringing their second EP to your ears. Aimée tells us what she thinks of it here.

The Bastard Sons - Smoke
7 August 2015 by Daniel King
One of the best up and coming bands has landed. How does their debut album sound? The Editor takes a look here.

Bad Solution - Self Destruct
6 July 2015 by Vikki Vaux
Bad Solution are bringing American metal to the UK. Their EP, Self Destruct, is out now.

Thy Art Is Murder - Holy War
6 July 2015 by James Salt
Thy Art Is Murder have released one of thier biggest albums so far. Here's our review of it.

Fizzy Blood - Feast
24 June 2015 by Daniel King
Leeds has been churning out some great bands this last few years, but the best of the bunch may have just arrived. Fizzy Blood's debut EP is here.

Versus The World - Homesick/Roadsick
21 June 2015 by Daniel King
California quintet Versus The World are set to release Homesick/Roadsick to the world and we took a listen.

Young Guns - Ones And Zeros
7 June 2015 by Aimée Thomson
The third Young Guns album has been through the wars. Cancelled, cancelled and then leaked. It's here now though.

7 June 2015 by Luke Athorn
It's early days in the careers of the lads from wars and their debut EP has recently been released.

26 May 2015 by Daniel King
Guerilla rock is now a thing and Shoshin are doing it. Their album Epiphanies & Wastelands is out now, here's what we thought.

British quintet The Sun Explodes have released The Calm, The Storm EP, the follow up to 2013's We Build Mountains.

17 May 2015 by Daniel King
The new album from French rockers Chunk! No, Captain Chunk is here. How does it stand up to the rest of their stuff though?

12 May 2015 by Aimée Thomson
Essex rockers InMe have put out their first album since 2012, not just that though, it's the first of a trilogy. Hence the name.

11 May 2015 by Daniel King
Fragments is the second EP by Northern 4 piece Of Allies. We had a listen and you can read our thoughts on it here.

30 April 2015 by Luke Athorn
American rockers Sworn In have returned with their emotionally charged new album, The Lovers/The Devil.
23 April 2015 by Luke Athorn
The Road Ahead is the debut album from Welsh rockers Defy All Reason, the follow up to their ‘Every Second Counts’ EP. You’re wondering whether it’s any good? Head on in to find out.

20 April 2015 by Luke Athorn
London metal quintet SHIELDS release their second EP, ‘Guilt,’ later this month. They did us a solid and sent us a copy pre-release so that we can give you our official verdict.

17 April 2015 by James Salt
Legendary hardcore mob Agnostic Front are back at it with their 11th studio album. Have a look at what James thinks of it.

15 April 2015 by Aimée Thomson
Saints Of Arcadia have gone and dropped their debut EP and Aimée gave it a listen. Have a look at what she thought.

13 April 2015 by James Salt
After just ticking over into their second decade, Enforcer are increasing their stock album by album. Have they carried on that trend here?

12 April 2015 by Daniel King
Bristol rockers Turbowolf have dropped their second album, Two Hands. How does it stack up compared to their self-titled debut?

6 April 2015 by Daniel King
Formerly a four piece, Californian rockers Throw The Goat have reduced by 25% in terms of man power. How has that affected their second album?

27 March 2015 by Daniel King
Having recently signed to In At The Deep End, Prolong The Agony are giving themselves the best possible starting point in 2015. All We Are signals their intent.

24 March 2015 by James Salt
Thin Lizzy's leftovers are still going and The Killer Instinct is their second album. Head on in and have a read.

7 March 2015 by Daniel King
SMOOTH CRIMINAL you all shout, that's right and they're back with a new album. Is it any good? Head in and have a read.

6 March 2015 by Chris Alexander
Chris' first piece for Mind Noise Network is reviewing the new Enslaved album. An interesting piece from the most controversial genre of metal the world has ever seen.

1 March 2015 by Aimée Thomson
Profane And The Sacred are one of the leading lights in British stoner metal. Their album came out recently and you can see Aimée's review here.

1 February 2015 - by Rob Dixon
Having just joined the PR guys over at Roxeavy Music, Osmium Guillotine could be up for a big year in 2015. Their debut album is out now and they sent us a copy to get our opinions.

25 January 2015 - by Daniel King
British rockers, with a Spanish tinge these days, Furyon are about to release their second album, Lost Salvation. We've given it a listen and now don't think we'll be listening to anything else in 2015.

21 January 2015 - by Daniel King
A second EP for Blackburn rockers Sky Valley Mistress and they will be hoping will catapult them into the spotlight. Is it good enough to do it though?

19 January 2015 - by James Salt
After a big break Indestructible Noise Command returned in 2010. A few years later and it seems that Black Hearse Serenade could be the album that fires them back into people's ears.

18 January 2015 - by James Salt
We haven't featured much black metal on here for a while. That's sorted now as we have the debut EP by American trio Astral Blood.

7 January 2015 - by Rob Dixon
Dani Filth has his finger in many a pie and Devilment are another one of them. Their debut album, The Great and Secret Show, was released towards the end of 2014 and this is what we thought to it.

2 January 2015 - by Daniel King
Newcastle five piece North Seasons debut album is released on 20th January 2015 and we've had a listen. Get your first bit of hardcore in 2015.
17 November 2014 - by James Salt
Croydon based trio Bad Sign are releasing EP 'Destroy' on 24th November 2014. Check out what we thought of this 5 track record.

5 November 2014 - by James Salt
Vicious Nature have evolved from the pieces of various bands from over the years. They have pulled together and have put out this EP, Salvation. Have a read of our review.

27 October 2014 - by James Salt
Days Remain are a tri from Berkshire that have been doing things a little differently since they started out as a solo project. They've now grown and have put out their first album. Have a read what we thought.
19 October 2014 - by Daniel King
Texas Hippie Coalition have put out their fourth studio album, Ride On. Another album of big hitters featuring the biggest frontman around.

6 October 2014 - James Salt
If you haven't heard about King 810 by now you really should have. Whether you love or hate them, they're great for a good discussion. Their debut album is out now.

Black Moth - Condemned To Hope
18 September 2014 - Daniel King
Black Moth have had a big couple of years. Their debut album was received well and, after some big tours and a few appearences at big festivals, they're back with their second studio album.

Lost In A Name - A Silence In Static
7 September 2014 - Daniel King
American duo Lost In A Name have collaborated with some big names on their new record A Silence In Static. Have a read of what we thought of their newest album.
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InMe & The Dirty Youth @ The Slade Rooms Wolves by Daniel King
Saints Of Arcadia - XI.V.MMXIV by Aimée Thomson
Enforcer - From Beyond by James Salt
Turbowolf - Two Hands by Daniel King

Introducing: Hands Off Gretel by Daniel King
Introducing: Arconna by Daniel King
Throw The Goat - Blood, Sweat & Tears by Daniel King
48hours @ The Asylum 2, Birmingham by Daniel King
Introducing Breaking Illusion by Daniel King and James Salt
Prolong The Agony - All We Are by Daniel King
Placebo Live at the O2 Academy, Birmingham by Daniel King
Placebo Gallery by James Salt
Black Star Riders - The Killer Instinct by James Salt
Introducing The Face Of Ruin by James Salt
with WhiskeyDick by Daniel King
Alien Ant Farm - Always And Forever by Daniel King

Enslaved - In Time by Chris Alexander
The Kerrang! Tour 2015 by Daniel King and Luci Greenway
Introducing Adelphia by Daniel King
Landscapes @ Academy 2, Birmingham by Daniel King
Profane And The Sacred - Chapter 1: A Long Time Coming by Aimée Thomson
Birdman by Luci Greenway
Marmozets @ The Wedgewood Rooms, Portsmouth by Aimée Thomson
Oceans Ate Alaska @ Academy 3, Birmingham by James Salt
Pictures of Oceans Ate Alaska by James Salt
Crobot @ The Institute, Birmingham by Daniel King
Pictures of Crobot from The Institute, Birmingham
Mariachi El Bronx @ The Bodega, Nottingham by Daniel King
Subterranean Popular by Daniel King
Interview with Bright Curse by Daniel King
Osmium Guillotine - Osmium Guillotine by Rob Dixon
with Furyon by Daniel King
Furyon - Lost Salvation by Daniel King
Sky Valley Mistress - Rivals, Hounds & Rebel Sisters by Daniel King
I.N.C. - Black Hearse Serenade by James Salt
Moriaty by Daniel King
Astral Blood - Astral Blood EP by James Salt
Our latest piece by various writers
with I Divide by Daniel King
with North Seasons by Daniel King
The Theory Of Everything by Luci Greenway
Neil & Kelby from The Cadillac Three by Daniel King
Devilment - The Great and Secret Show by Rob Dixon
Richie Ramone by Daniel King
Richie Ramone at The Kasbah, Coventry by Luci Greenway
Machine Head at The Academy, Birmingham by James Salt
North Seasons - Eyes For The Blind by Daniel King
50/50 by Various
The Cadillac Three at The Oobleck, Birmingham by Daniel King
Kerbdog at Rock City, Nottingham by Daniel King
SOiL live at Rock City, Nottingham by Daniel King
Bad Sign - Destroy by James Salt
Ryan from SOiL by Daniel King
SOiL, AHC & (hed) p.e. by James Salt
Vicious Nature - Salvation by James Salt
Redline at The Asylum 2 by Daniel King
Days Remain - The Beating Heart by James Salt
Tax The Heat, Crobot, The Glassguns & The Virginmarys live at The Kasbah, Coventry
Brad from Massive by Daniel King
King 810, Download Freezes Over by James Salt
Gone Girl by Daniel King
The Judge by Luci Greenway
Texas Hippie Coalition - Ride On by Daniel King
Dracula Untold by Daniel King
Buffalo Summer at The Slade Rooms by Daniel King
Buffalo Summer by Daniel King
Black Moth by Daniel King
with Redline by Daniel King
Hang The Bastard by Daniel King
Killing Bono - Pete Hopkins & Chris Bird
Tax The Heat by Daniel King
with Hang The Bastard by Daniel King
with Tax The Heat by Daniel King
Black Moth - Condemned To Hope by Daniel King
with Dan Jackson by Daniel King
Lost In A Name - A Silence In Static by Daniel King
The Inbetweeners 2 by Chris Bird
Black Star Riders by Daniel King
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