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Album review : TIMO TOLKKI’S AVALON – Angels of the Apocalypse

Posted on May 16, 2014 by Phil Berisford
TIMO TOLKKI

Frontiers [Release date 16.05.14] It doesn’t seem five minutes since Timo Tolkki released “The Land Of New Hope” and now he’s back with the next instalment under his Avalon moniker. Timo has come up with a bonkers storyline where “The … Continue reading →

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News: STEVE LUKATHER chats to GRTR!

Posted on May 15, 2014 by GRTR! HQ
Steve Lukather, photo by Rob Shanahan

Get Ready to ROCK! Radio: “The Guitarists” Sunday 18 May, 22:00 GMT (repeated Mon 19 and Fri 23, 22:00 GMT) Legendary guitarist Steve Lukather chats about his career, including sessions, solo and Toto.  GRTR!’s David Randall caught up with him … Continue reading →

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DVD review: TOTO – 35th Anniversary Live In Poland

Posted on May 15, 2014 by GRTR! HQ
Toto - 35th Anniversary Live In Poland

Steve Lukather interview on Get Ready to ROCK! Radio Sunday 18 May 2014, 22:00  See website for details Eagle Rock [Release date 28.04.14] Having sold over 35 million records across 17 studio albums, Toto toured last year to celebrate their … Continue reading →

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Gig review: IAN ANDERSON – Regent Theatre, Ipswich, 10 May 2014

Posted on May 15, 2014 by Yiannis
Ian Anderson, photo by Martin Webb

Review by Yiannis (John) Stefanis Singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Ian Anderson has been confusing and entertaining Rock fans around the globe since he first formed the short lived The Blades back in 1963. While his latest ‘solo’ effort “Homo Erraticus” has … Continue reading →

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Album review : NEAL SCHON – So U

Posted on May 14, 2014 by Phil Berisford
Neal Schon -So U

Frontiers [release date 19.05.14] When the record label description uses the words “unique” and “jazz and blues-inspired” in the promotional material the alarm bells started ringing in my head. Blues I can live with but Jazz… Neal Schön (what’s with … Continue reading →

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Gig Review: FRONTIERS ROCK FESTIVAL, Italy, 1-3 May 2014

Posted on May 14, 2014 by andynathan
Frontiers Rock Festival, Italy, May 2014

Famous Italian bands can be counted on the fingers of one hand, yet it is an Italian label, Frontiers Records, who have emerged as the world force in melodic rock. Starting with the underground acts, they have accumulated a huge … Continue reading →

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Album review: DAWN OF DESTINY – Forgotten, Enslaved, Admired, Released

Posted on May 13, 2014 by jason

www.phonotraxx.de [Released March 2014] If like me you’ve become a little fed up of the seemingly endless stream of power/prog metal bands releasing so-so albums then rejoice as Dawn Of Destiny have created a mighty album here. It’s a concept … Continue reading →

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Interview: 10Q’s with JEFF GREEN

Posted on May 13, 2014 by jason

Jeff Green has just released his latest album ‘Elder Creek’ is out now on the Festival Music label and you catch him this summer at the Cambridge Rock Festival in August… Album review 1. What have you got planned for the … Continue reading →

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Singles and EP reviews: THE YOUNG FOLK, AMY SIMPSON, UNISONIC

Posted on May 12, 2014 by jason

THE YOUNG FOLK – Way Home Pixie Pace Records [Released 26.05.14] www.theyoungfolk.com Dublin based alt-folk band The Young Folk release their debut UK single and feature Anthony Furey (son of George from the legendary the Fureys & Davy Arthur). This … Continue reading →

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Album review: JONAS LINDBERG – The Other Side

Posted on May 12, 2014 by alanjones
Jonas Lindberg - The Other Side

ModeMusic  [Release date: 23.09.13] And the prog from Scandinavia just keeps on coming… Following in the considerable footsteps of Nordic brothers such as Airbag, Katatonia, The Flower Kings et al comes Jonas Lindberg with his second foray into the studio … Continue reading →

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Album review: ELVENKING – The Pagan Manifesto

Posted on May 12, 2014 by jason
Elvenking - The Pagan Manifesto

AFM Records [Release date 12.05.14] Hmm…folk power metal…well I do like Steeleye Span and I do like power metal so let’s see how Elvenking mix the two shall we! Elvenking were formed back in 1997 in Northern Italy and The … Continue reading →

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Upcoming: European, USA & World Tour Dates and Gig Listing (2016)

Posted on May 12, 2014 by jason

Please check with venue and/or relevant website(s) to confirm availability. Compiled by Jason Ritchie Updated 02/11/2016 ALTER BRIDGE Sat April 01 AUCKLAND Powerstation Mon April 03 BRISBANE Eatons Hill Hotel Tue April 04 SYDNEY Enmore Theatre Thu April 06 MELBOURNE … Continue reading →

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Album review: WILKO JOHNSON – The Best Of Wilko Johnson

Posted on May 11, 2014 by petefeenstra
The Best Of Wilko Johnson

Cadiz Records – [Release Date 14.04.14 ] And suddenly everything is Wilko, from Julian Temple’s documentary film and a live DVD and doc, to an autobiography, several high profile ‘farewell’ shows and now this definitive double album. Truth be told, … Continue reading →

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Gig review: RICK WAKEMAN – Philharmonic Hall, Liverpool, 9 May 2014

Posted on May 10, 2014 by GRTR! HQ
Rick Wakeman - Philharmonic Hall, Liverpool, 9 May 2014

Rick Wakeman is perhaps better known these days for being a “Grumpy Old Man” and a tetchy consumer champion via his appearances on BBC’s ‘Watchdog’. But back in the day, with his flowing cape and musical theatrics, he defined progressive … Continue reading →

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Gig review: CLUTCH – 02 ABC, Glasgow, 7 May 2014

Posted on May 9, 2014 by david.wilson
CLUTCH – 02 ABC, Glasgow, 7 May 2014

The first time I saw Clutch live was a couple of years ago in support to Thin Lizzy. I wasn’t sure what to expect that night, but what I witnessed was one of the most intense and entertaining support slots … Continue reading →

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Gig review: THE FLOWER KINGS – O2 Islington Academy, London, 8 May 2014

Posted on May 9, 2014 by Yiannis
Sound Of Contact - O2 Islington Academy, London, 8 May 2014

Support Act: Sound Of Contact Review and photos by Yiannis (John) Stefanis Performing a show in London on the same day that Yes are headlining the legendary Royal Albert Hall is the worst scenario for any Prog Rock band and … Continue reading →

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Interview with HENRY UPTON (Lionize)

Posted on May 8, 2014 by david.wilson

Formed back in 2002 and with 4 albums to their name Maryland based Lionize are now gaining the recognition they rightly deserve. Their original blues rock sound, infused with the odd reggae influence, is gaining a wider audience and, with a little … Continue reading →

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Interview with JEAN PAUL GASTER (Clutch)

Posted on May 8, 2014 by david.wilson

Maryland’s finest, Clutch, are back in the UK once more for a headline tour in support of their excellent latest album ‘Earth Rocker’. I caught up with drummer, Jean Paul Gaster, for a quick chat about the album, tour more… … Continue reading →

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Gig review: THE ROBERT CRAY BAND – Barbican Hall, London, 6 May 2014

Posted on May 8, 2014 by david.wilson
THE ROBERT CRAY BAND – Barbican Hall, London, 6 May 2014

Plush, refined surroundings for this gig and it was a big step up for support act Azadeh. This was a home town gig for the singer/songwriter and she looked and sounded genuinely pleased to be there. She held the stage … Continue reading →

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Gig review: AN EVENING FOR WALTER TROUT – Shepherd’s Bush Empire, London, 4 May 2014

Posted on May 8, 2014 by petefeenstra
An Evening For Walter Trout - London, 4 April 2014

‘An Evening For Walter Trout’ was an unforgettable event with 65 musicians – including a posse of guitarists with borrowed amps – plus Walter Trout’s road and sound crew, all coming together to share their love for the blues-rock icon … Continue reading →

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News: CELEBR8.3 Prog Festival 31 May and 1 June 2014

Posted on May 7, 2014 by jason
It Bites, photo by Noel Buckley

Now in its 3rd year and this time being held in Central London, the final line up for Celebr8.3 can confirm many exclusives: A one off London performance by Anathema Acoustic. The last performance from Twelfth Night, the first ever … Continue reading →

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Album Review: THE BERMONDSEY JOYRIDERS – Flamboyant Thugs

Posted on May 6, 2014 by jason
THE BERMONDSEY JOYRIDERS – Flamboyant Thugs

Fuel Injection Records The Joyrider’s third album is at first blush a continuation of their previous outings: a high octane mix of power punk and dirty blues. With its instant appeal of fat hook and big riffs, it certainly fits … Continue reading →

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Quick plays: KJETIL BY featuring ROBIN BECK,LEXIE GREEN, JON ALLEN

Posted on May 6, 2014 by jason
Kjetil By -feat. ROBIN BECK - Better Days

KJETIL BY featuring ROBIN BECK – Better Days www.kjetilby.com This is the fourth solo album from Norwegian guitarist Kjetil and the songs on this album are all co-written with Claudia Scott. His biggest coup is enlisting the help of Robin … Continue reading →

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Album review: YUKA & CHRONOSHIP – Dino Rocket Oxygen

Posted on May 6, 2014 by alanjones
YUKA & CHRONOSHIP - Dino Rocket Oxygen

Musea Records – [Release Date 2013] Great progressive rock music is appearing from all corners of the world at the moment – especially from eastern Europe, Scandinavia and South America. But now Japan are muscling in on the scene in … Continue reading →

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Album review: ADMIRAL SIR CLOUDESLEY SHOVELL – Check ‘Em Before You Wreck ‘Em

Posted on May 5, 2014 by Yiannis
ADMIRAL SIR CLOUDESLEY SHOVELL – Check

Rise Above – Out Now. The first time I came across an article featuring the name of the Psychedelic/Hard Rock/Heavy Metal trio…Admiral Sir Cloudesley Shovell, I have to admit I was probably put off by it – the name, I … Continue reading →

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