Tucked into the heart of Islington,The Grace has built a reputation as a proving ground for bands on the cusp, an intimate room where momentum either translates or fizzles out. Snake Eyes were very much in the former camp. Touring their debut album Cash Rich a record already noted for its “gritty and dense bass lines” and…
There’s no award for being the hardest working man in heavy metal. If there was though, we think Zakk Wylde would definitely make the shortlist. Between balancing his roles at the front of both Black Label Society and Zakk Sabbath. As well as filling Dimebag Darrell’s size eleven Chuck Taylors on the road with Pantera….
Last month, Scottish rock trio The Xcerts returned with a lovely upbeat song called “do it to myself“. It was a proper return to form after some experimenting with shorter songs and different styles, something every band who has been together as long as they have is going to do at least once in their…
It has been reported today that long time Motorhead guitarist, Phil Campbell has passed away aged 64. The tragic announcement, made by Phil Campbell and the Bastard Sons via social media, comes just a few short days after the band pulled out of this summers Takedown Festival. Vacating their headline slot, citing an ongoing medical…
It’s been over twenty five years since Lamb of God burst onto the scene. Riding high on the the new wave of American heavy metal. Helping define the genre with albums like New American Gospel and Sacrament. They’ve been nothing but consistent since too. And not just when it comes to tearing the roof off…
One of those news stories that is both good and bad news simultaneously from the Takedown Festival team; Unfortunately due to Phil Campbell having ongoing health issues, Phil Campbell and the Bastard Sons have had to pull out of their Friday headline slot at Takedown Festival 2026. As fairly last minute replacements go, we would…
Among the huge amount of talent in the UK underground, London metal teenage five piece Within Reach are making some noise. Their new single, Hesitate, is a very well polished slice of metalcore that is more melodic than some of their previous offerings, but still packs a punch. Check out the Hesitate video here: We…
The Hu have a busy summer ahead of them. With a spot on the bill at this years EddFest supporting Iron Maiden. As well as slot on Rob Zombie and Marilyn Mansons ‘Freaks on Parade’ US tour, 2026 is shaping up to be their biggest year yet! Not content with their already packed schedule though,…
You want to know who is playing Download Festival 2026 and on what day?! All the answers are waiting for you here! If you want to know what time and the exact awful clashes you’re going to have to cope with, that information traditionally doesn’t come until much closer to festival time. Regardless of that,…
