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Metal

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Live Reviews

“A Glittering Festivity: Sophie Ellis-Bextor’s Christmas Kitchen Tour Shines at O2 City Hall, Newcastle”

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Singles

Saxon’s “Hell, Fire And Damnation”: A Molten Testament to British Heavy Metal

Review By Glen Parkes When the resounding voice of the esteemed actor Brian Blessed OBE heralds the commencement of “The Prophecy,” the opening track of Saxon’s latest offering, anticipation skyrockets. Fear not, for Saxon not only meets but surpasses these lofty expectations on their 24th studio album, ‘Hell, Fire And Damnation,’ slated [more…]

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Singles

COBRAKILL Unleashes Raw Energy with ‘Same Ol’ Nasty Rock N’ Roll’ Single

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