Fusing epic progressive rock with grunge and metal undertones is always going to be a winner in our book, and that's exactly what we get in abundance with the delicious sound of Leicester trio Final Coil.
New Band of the Week: Blanchard
The emergence of Lancaster/Chesterfield-based band Blanchard evokes happy memories of former Juventus midfielder Jocelyn Blanchard.
New Band of the Week: Mr Ted
With Liverpool having been crowned Kings of Europe on Saturday, we thought we'd celebrate with an exciting new band from the Merseyside area. Mr Ted is the latest in a series of intriguing bands from the Liverpool area, the so-called "rise of Scrunge" that they relate to the Seattle grunge uprising of the 19080s and 90s.
Single Review: Defences go on the offensive with ‘In Eclipse’
Hertfordshire metal band Defences today make a major statement of intent as they return with another exciting taster of their evolving sound.
Introducing: SEPSISS
The sound of Manchester, New Hampshire, band SEPSISS is deliciously eclectic, fusing big metal guitars, shredding solos and a bit of synth with engaging vocals.
Introducing: Slender Pins
A tasty helping of punk-fused indie and a sprinkling of new wave are the ingredients behind the engaging sound of London's Slender Pins.
New Band of the Week: VEXED
One of the most exciting talents on the British metal scene has now graced our New Band of the Week feature not once but twice.
Introducing: The Kiddiwinks
Classic rock vibes, funky indie guitars and vocals, and upbeat, catchy rockiness are present in leaps and bounds in the highly enjoyable sound of London trio The Kiddiwinks.
Introducing: Dorylus
If witches made metal music then Stevenage's Dorylus may well be the potion they conjured up in their cauldron.
Camden Rocks line-up for next weekend
One of the best days in the British music calendar has now been doubled to two days as Camden Rocks Festival welcomes 400 bands over 20 venues next weekend (1 and 2 June).