THE LATEST
HOT TRACK: “Best of Me” by SETYØURSAILS
Deutschland has done it again. They just know how to produce great metal bands! Meet SETYØURSAILS and their firecracker of… Continue reading HOT TRACK: “Best of Me” by SETYØURSAILS
ALBUM REVIEW: Rain Falling Up by American Anymen
There were 3 bands in 2022 that put metal in its various genres back in my heart – Haunted by… Continue reading ALBUM REVIEW: Rain Falling Up by American Anymen
ALBUM REVIEW: Sacred & Profane by Oryad
Out now, Sacred & Profane finds Oryad adding opera and jazz to their prog metal sound. Oryad is fronted by… Continue reading ALBUM REVIEW: Sacred & Profane by Oryad
NEWS
ICYMI: State of Deceit sign worldwide deal with Eclipse Records
Eclipse Records is enthusiastic to announce the signing of State of Deceit to an exclusive worldwide deal! Hailing from South Wales (United Kingdom),… Continue reading ICYMI: State of Deceit sign worldwide deal with Eclipse Records
NEWS: Knife Signs Worldwide Contract with Napalm Records
German speed metal outfit Knife have inked a worldwide contract with Napalm Records! The quartet hailing from Marburg (Hessen) have finished recording their second… Continue reading NEWS: Knife Signs Worldwide Contract with Napalm Records
ICYMI: Eagles of Death Metal announce Australia & New Zealand Dates
Eagles of Death Metal are headed back down under, with eight shows announced for Australia and New Zealand in July and August 2023! These will… Continue reading ICYMI: Eagles of Death Metal announce Australia & New Zealand Dates
ICYMI: Teddy Swims Announces Australia & New Zealand Tour
Atlanta native, Teddy Swims will be turning to Australia and New Zealand in August 2023 with stoops in Brisbane, Sydney,… Continue reading ICYMI: Teddy Swims Announces Australia & New Zealand Tour
INTERVIEWS
A CONVERSATION WITH Joshua Ingram
Hailing from Fort Worth, TX, singer songwriter, Joshua Ingram, recently released “Look (Stacey’s Song)” and we were fortunate to sit… Continue reading A CONVERSATION WITH Joshua Ingram
A CONVERSATION WITH Chris Weaver
We sat down with head honcho Chris Weaver of the band that carries his namesake, Chris Weaver Band to discuss… Continue reading A CONVERSATION WITH Chris Weaver
A CONVERSATION WITH Bitter Kisses
We here at Amplify the Noise love us some Bitter Kisses. I’d say we have stanned them from the beginning,… Continue reading A CONVERSATION WITH Bitter Kisses
LISTEN
HOT TRACK: “So Tired” by Elijah Jones and The CCs
The latest from Elijah Jones and The CCs, “So Tired” is the epitome of summer time feel good. As for… Continue reading HOT TRACK: “So Tired” by Elijah Jones and The CCs
LISTEN: “Two Towns” by Chasing Kites
To say “Two Towns”, the latest single from Chasing Kites, is a follow up to their November 2022 release “Shiver”… Continue reading LISTEN: “Two Towns” by Chasing Kites
LISTEN: “Our Days” by Cam Mannix
Right off the bat, one knows that “Our Days” by Cam Mannix is going to be an infectious jam. Instead… Continue reading LISTEN: “Our Days” by Cam Mannix
HOT TRACK: “Lighter” by Pure XTC
Taylor Hughes, aka Pure XTC (stylised as pure xtc) has unleashed a brand new track, “Lighter”. pure xtc released her… Continue reading HOT TRACK: “Lighter” by Pure XTC
FEATURED
HOT TRACK: “Animal Flow” by Ren
Whew boy, Ren has done it again. I’d like that to be my official “review” but that’s an injustice to… Continue reading HOT TRACK: “Animal Flow” by Ren
SONG REVIEW: “Dead Wrestlers” by Baby Schillaci
First, I owe Baby Schillaci an apology. I’ve been pronouncing their name wrong. It’s not ‘shh-uh-laci” but “sk-uh-latch-ee” and I’m… Continue reading SONG REVIEW: “Dead Wrestlers” by Baby Schillaci
ALBUM REVIEW: Damn Love by Kip Moore
One of the most highly anticipated albums on my 2023 list has been Damn Love by Kip Moore. Well, the… Continue reading ALBUM REVIEW: Damn Love by Kip Moore
WATCH
WATCH: “Dead Sun” by Antirope
Man, does “Dead Sun” by Antirope currently fit my current mood. While the song isn’t about summer dying and winter… Continue reading WATCH: “Dead Sun” by Antirope
WATCH: “New Babylon” by Kamelot featuring Melissa Bonny
From their latest album, The Awakening, symphonic metal icons, Kamelot, have released their latest single and video, “New Babylon” that… Continue reading WATCH: “New Babylon” by Kamelot featuring Melissa Bonny
WATCH: “Samauri Dancer” by Mr Bewlay
I love all things the 80’s, but mostly the music, and Cardiff’s Mr Bewlay satiates my 80’s craving with their… Continue reading WATCH: “Samauri Dancer” by Mr Bewlay
WATCH: “Gammon” by Telgate
Just like the song itself is a fiery, emotional, and a goddamn anthem, so is the accompanying video for “Gammon”.… Continue reading WATCH: “Gammon” by Telgate
REVIEWS
EP REVIEW: Live at Bakehouse by Lipstereo
Australia’s four-piece Lipstereo recently released their EP Live at Bakehouse and while the band covers a multitude of themes including… Continue reading EP REVIEW: Live at Bakehouse by Lipstereo
EP REVIEW: Time is Elastic by Middle Part
I was finally able to sit down and spend some time with Time is Elastic by Middle Part and it… Continue reading EP REVIEW: Time is Elastic by Middle Part
EP REVIEW: Working Memory by Sun Spot
Bristol’s 4 piece, Sun Spot, recently announced they signed with Venn Records and have now released their latest EP, Working… Continue reading EP REVIEW: Working Memory by Sun Spot
DISCOVER
DISCOVER: Bella Dose
Say hello to Bella Dose. The fierce foursome recently released their single “(Man)ifest” and even have the likes of Shakira… Continue reading DISCOVER: Bella Dose
DISCOVER: Last Giant
From Portland, Oregon, it’s time to put Last Giant on your music radar. Last Giant is on the cusp of… Continue reading DISCOVER: Last Giant
DISCOVER: Arkona
I learn something musically new almost every day. Did you know there was a subgenre of metal called pagan metal?… Continue reading DISCOVER: Arkona
DISCOVER: Erik & The Worldly Savages
Are you ready to take a journey on self discovery with no regrets? Then let me introduce you to the… Continue reading DISCOVER: Erik & The Worldly Savages
REVIEWS
EP REVIEW: Tales of a Taurus by Rebecca Lappa
Released earlier this month, Tales of a Taurus by Rebecca Lappa showcases the growth of the award-winning Candian singer-songwriter. Of… Continue reading EP REVIEW: Tales of a Taurus by Rebecca Lappa
ALBUM REVIEW: Roden House Blues by The Hip Priests
Released at the beginning of May, the 5th studio album, Roden House Blues by The Hip Priests was rehearsed, recorded,… Continue reading ALBUM REVIEW: Roden House Blues by The Hip Priests
SONG REVIEW: “Baptize” by Saving Abel
There was not a chance I wasn’t going to like “Baptize” by Saving Abel. I have a soft spot in… Continue reading SONG REVIEW: “Baptize” by Saving Abel
EP REVIEW: Retro Future Soundscape by All the Damn Vampires
The latest EP from All the Damn Vampires, Retro Future Soundscapes lives up to its title. The music is retro.The… Continue reading EP REVIEW: Retro Future Soundscape by All the Damn Vampires
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