Rodrigo Altaf has been a metal fan since 1984. He currently lives in Toronto and chases each and every opportunity to see live shows and report about them. His favourite bands are: Iron Maiden, Van Halen, AC/DC and Dream Theater
Contrary to popular belief, metal bands and fans do not walk around with frowny faces all the time, looking like they want to murder someone.…
The name of Yngwie Malmsteen has always stood for uncompromising excellence. In a career that now spans more than 40 years he has proven himself to be…
Ben Mink has surely cast a wide musical net throughout his career. From the early performances with the rock/country group Mary-Lou Horner, he went on…
K.K. Downing is a legendary name and figure in the history of metal. He helped found Judas Priest some 50 years ago and scaled the…
On June 11, Dennis DeYoung released his most recent—and supposedly final—album, “26 East, Vol. 2.” It’s the culmination of more than 50 years in the…
“Don’t be sad because it’s over, smile because it happened” is a phrase that Rush fans have increasingly grown accustomed to as years went on.…
June 11 sees the release of the much anticipated debut of Mammoth WVH. The band is obviously comprised of one single element, Wolfgang Van Halen…
As some parts of the world are finally opened up for concerts, Canadians are still struggling with covid variants and waves, and the country is…
Tommy Clufetos has already carved his name in the history of rock and metal by working with reputable acts such as Rob Zombie, Ted Nugent…
The staying power of 80’s hard rock is undeniable. After its rise to fame and being almost completely erased from the airwaves by grunge, there…
