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Rambling Man's Reviews is a rock music blog that looks at the best in classic rock and unsigned bands through a variation of reviews, interviews, and news updates from the world of rock.
Rambling Man's Reviews
4d ago
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BENEDICTION RELEASES VIDEO FOR NEWEST SINGLE,
'ENGINES OF WAR'
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ALBUM PRE-ORDER FOR
RAVAGE OF EMPIRES
STARTS TODAY Transcribed by Anselm Anderson
Legendary British death metal band Benediction is back with a new single from their upcoming album, "Ravage of Empires." Today, they released the powerful track "Engines of War." On April 4th, they will launch the follow-up to their 2020 comeback album, "Scriptures," via Nuclear Blast Records.
The album will feature the iconic growls of vocalist Dave Ingram, set against pummeling riffs and grooves.
As o ..read more
Rambling Man's Reviews
6d ago
Art Coverwork, courtesy of Naomi Randall
Words by Anselm Anderson
Rambling Man's Reviews has recently embraced a Blues revival, featuring rising stars. Amongst the talented guitarists and bands, RJ Archer and the Painful Memories stand out with their ability to blend old traditional blues with modern values.
This past Friday, The quartet released "The Cost of a Loving Crisis", their third studio album. These ten personal songs are packed into half an hour of modern rock, mixed with country, blues and soul. Produced by Naomi Randall at Half Tom Studios in Cambridge, England ..read more
Rambling Man's Reviews
6d ago
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Chilean-born and London-based guitarist, vocalist and songwriter Miguel Montalban has announced that his band, Miguel Montalban & The Southern Vultures, will tour the UK this March. The seven-date excursions will commence on 22nd March 2025 at Cart & Horses, Stratford, London (The Birthplace of Iron Maiden). They will then visit Ropetackle Arts Centre in Shoreham, Y Muni Arts Centre in Pontypridd, Old Woollen in Leeds, Pontardawe Arts Centre, Red Lion in Gravesend and Acapela Studio in Cardiff, Wales.
Full tour details and tic ..read more
Rambling Man's Reviews
1w ago
Metal legends KREATOR have announced their Summer Festival run for 2025 as well as three additional headline shows in Germany. For these intimate club shows, which will feature special setlists including a lot of deep cuts, KREATOR have invited Rotting Christ and Warbringer as support. Tickets will go on sale Wednesday, February 5th (11 am CET) at www.kreator-terrorzone.de. Scroll down for all dates!
Lead vocalist Mille commented on the exciting news:
"This summer, Kreator is set to unleash chaos on some of Europe’s biggest stages as part of our Summer Festival Tour 2025. But we’ve g ..read more
Rambling Man's Reviews
1w ago
Words by Anselm Anderson
Nuclear Blast Records continues its excellent run of releases today with "Overdriver," the ninth studio album from the Swedish quintet The Hellacopters. The follow-up to 2022's comeback album "Eyes of Oblivion" is a guitar-centred eleven-tracker that clocks in at forty minutes.
The album was entirely produced by guitarist/vocalist Nicke Andersson at Strawberry Studio and The Honk Palace. The album has a personal touch that reflects the effort put into bringing these tracks to life. The blend of anthemic choruses and punchy guitar riffs harkens back t ..read more
Rambling Man's Reviews
1w ago
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Extreme metal giants BEHEMOTH have revealed details and artwork for their upcoming new album, the pleasantly- named 'The Shit Ov God' which is due to be released on May 9th via Nuclear Blast Records. The title track enjoyed it's premiere last night, courtesy of Youtube. You can watch the video below
The painted faces of Behemoth promise their most controversial release in their 34 years of existence with the inflammatory eight-tracker "The Shit ov God". The thriteenth studio effort touches on the subjects of human ..read more
Rambling Man's Reviews
2w ago
Words by Anselm Anderson
You can enjoy not many things in ten minutes, but "Borderland" might be one of them. That is the name of the mini EP from the British Metal act SYPHA. The three tracker is released today to an international audience via all major streaming platforms. The female-fronted band cites Avenged Sevenfold, Deftones, Halestorm, and Marmozets as influences, but their sound is grittier and darker.
SYPHA was formed about two and a half years ago in the beachside resort of Brighton, England. Alicia Pilling, whose haunting vocals lead the band, first came to promine ..read more
Rambling Man's Reviews
3w ago
ELOAĦ, the eclectic and experimental musical project led by Elmar C. Fuchs, is proud to announce the release of the LP version of their critically acclaimed album, The Book of Pain. Following its successful debut on CD and digital platforms, this special vinyl edition features a carefully curated selection of nine tracks from the original 17, offering listeners an opportunity to fully experience the emotional journey.
The LP Experience is limited to only 200 numbered copies, so you better get your boots on. The LP edition brings The Book of Pain to life with an intimate Vinyl cover. T ..read more
Rambling Man's Reviews
3w ago
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Today, Liverpool's very own Blues guitarist Laurence Jones will announce a headline UK Tour which sees AGMP working with MVT Cohorts (Music Venues Trust) to bring him to some of the finest independent music venues across the UK. He has announced that he will be supported by Irish trio Pixie Cut Rhythm Orchestra, UK award-winning singer/songwriter/guitarist Tom Killner, guitarist/performing/recording artist and music educator Danny Giles and Devon UK-based modern rock band Firekind. Jones announces his supporting cast to an eager ..read more
Rambling Man's Reviews
1M ago
Words by Anselm Anderson
OOB Records invites the listener onto the magical and mysterious journey of Beyond The Green Realm from the ancient forests of Northern Portugal. Drusuna released their highly anticipated follow-up to their 2016 debut 'Kaytos Kon' last November, promising to reconnect humans with the planet Earth through the traditions of Ritual Pagan Folk music.
Drusuna was formed in 2009 by brothers Sephirus and Alvahagal. They initially wanted to tell their stories through organic sounds, using stones, wood, and various other elements to replicate the natural so ..read more