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INTERVIEW - Harry White, Managing Director of Hammerdown Festival

  Hammerdown Festival returns to Brighton, UK, on Saturday, July 19th, and Sunday, July 20th, 2025, for two days of diverse rock and metal. We caught up with the festival director, Harry White, to learn more about the festival's origins, the 2025 edition, and its future. So, going back to the beginning, how did you come to form Hammerdown Festival in 2014 and what inspired you to do this? Is it something you always planned on doing? I had seen the big festival lineups like Download, Sonisphere and Bloodstock, and it all looked amazing. Not only did you get to basically go on a camping holiday for a week, but you also got excellent value for money… rather than spending £60 seeing your favourite band with 2 supports, you could spend £200 and see 30 or 40 bands! One year at Download, I pushed myself to see as many bands as possible. I saw 52! You can’t beat that. So for me, it seemed like the dream way to see all my favourite bands in one place. I’d always used online templates to “ma...
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Perpetual Paradox Unleash New Single & Video 'Backbone Of Existence'

  Intense Brit heavyweights, PERPETUAL PARADOX, are braced to make a severe impact with their forthcoming debut album, 'Deathwish', out Friday 27th June. The commanding riff slayers have just also revealed their unstoppable new track, 'Backbone Of Existence', out now.  Watch the video, here – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HK5nvwqBPqQ Listen to the band via - https://open.spotify.com/artist/3vlyYDsqLobvIrmuaQjNWh Born in 2020 and hailing from London, UK, PERPETUAL PARADOX have repeatedly impressed audiences throughout the UK and Europe with a barrage of absorbing live shows and a consistent stream of notable releases. The technical metallers release an onslaught of savage riffs, thunderous drums, enticing leads and powerful vocal lines, creating an immense sound that will engross anyone that is a fan of heavy music. PERPETUAL PARADOX released their debut EP, Endless Cycle, in 2022, and it helped to introduce the ascending hard hitters to the scene. The energetic quin...
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PREVIEW: Slayer - Finsbury Park, London UK July 6th 2025

  Slayer is one of the most iconic thrash metal bands and has defined the genre for over four decades. To celebrate their momentous, long-spanning career, they have announced two massive UK headline shows in Cardiff’s Blackweir Fields on July 3rd and London’s Finsbury Park on July 6th. Not only do these two songs mark their biggest UK shows, but they are also the only headline shows they will play in Europe, and they mark the first time in six years that they have performed in the UK! In anticipation of these massive events, we take a look at some of the biggest tracks and videos from Slayer and their special guests... Starting off with headliners Slayer, here are some of their most iconic songs/videos: 'Raining Blood' -  'Angel Of Death' - 'Repentless' - 'Delusions Of Saviour' - These shows are not to be missed, as they celebrate Slayer's colossal career in style with an impressive stage production. If that weren’t enough, they are bring...
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BIOHAZARD return with first new single in over ten years 'Forsaken'

  BIOHAZARD, renowned for their aggressive style and socially conscious lyrics, has been a seminal force in the hardcore and metal scenes since their formation in the late 1980s. Their unique blend of hardcore punk, heavy metal, and hip-hop elements has garnered them a dedicated fan base and critical acclaim. BIOHAZARD's signing with BLKIIBLK marks a new chapter in their illustrious career, promising exciting new music and projects. "What started as three reunion shows of the OG lineup turned into three unstoppable years of kicking ass on stage night after night! Now we’re back with a new record that hits with all the classic BIOHAZARD energy, louder and harder than ever," comments guitarist/vocalist Billy Graziadei. The band shares their first new music in over a decade with the release of a brand new single entitled 'Forsaken'. A staple of their recent Euro/UK headlining tour and a certified mosh pit favourite, the track offers a first taste of their forthcoming...
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EXCLUSIVE FEATURE - Perpetual Paradox's 5 Songs That Inspired Their Debut Album 'Deathwish'

  With their seismic debut album 'Deathwish' dropping Friday, 27th June, and a pummeling new single and video 'Backbone Of Existence' landing this week (see video below), PERPETUAL PARADOX are set to dominate the modern metal landscape. Forged in fury and driven by defiance, the band’s brand of heavyweight riffage and sonic hostility is impossible to ignore. We exclusively caught up with the Paradox crew as they gear up to unleash chaos, and they let us in on the tracks that have defined, inspired, and fueled 'Deathwish'. Ollie Miles (Lead Guitar): Bleed from Within - 'I am Damnation':    "I just love BFW, and this opener on their Shrine album is them at their best. The riffs are so catchy, and that middle interlude right before the outro, which is just a few lead notes on guitar, but placed so perfectly, ties it all together amazingly well. It's a style of dynamic I tried to emulate when writing for this album." Jorge Nuñes (Rhythm Guit...
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Where Is Ozzy? Fantoons announce official Seek-And-Find book, releasing July 29th worldwide

  L.A based Animation studio and book publisher Fantoons announce their upcoming book Where Is Ozzy?, an officially licenced seek-and-find book from the same publisher that bought you Motörhead: Where is Lemmy? and Rush: Where is Geddy, Alex, and Neil? The book will be released worldwide on July 29th 2025. Inspired by songs, albums and major milestones from Ozzy Osbourne’s iconic solo career, and filled with easter eggs for hard core and casual fans alike, each double page is brought to life in vibrant illustrations by the award-winning studio. From Blizzard of Ozz to No More Tears, the heavy metal madness is cranked up to 11 on each page, packed with hidden messages that celebrate one of the greatest rock singers of all-time. This book blends fun with the deep legacy of one of rock’s most iconic figures. Speaking on the book’s creation, author David Calcano said, “A book like this only works when it’s built around a legend who rewrote the rules—with thunderous music, iconic style,...
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DOWNLOAD FESTIVAL’S SUN-DRENCHED 22ND EDITION SHINES WITH FRESH HEADLINERS AND FIERCE ENERGY + EARLY BIRD 2026 TICKETS ON SALE NOW

  More than 75,000 fans descended on Donington Park this week for an abundance of unforgettable moments at the most anticipated Download Festival ever. Across five sun-drenched days, the site was alive with energy as the Download community came together once again to celebrate the best in rock, metal and alternative music. This year’s festival marked a new chapter, with all three headliners – Green Day, Sleep Token and Korn – taking the top slot for the first time. From chart-topping legends to fast-rising newcomers, the line-up reflected the ever-evolving sound of the scene and the diverse tastes of today’s audience. With packed crowds, electric atmospheres and standout performances across all stages, Download 2025 delivered a week to remember. The Humans of Download returned to Donington to soak up a packed programme of music and entertainment across the Arena and District X. Green Day headlined on Friday with a high-octane, hit-filled set. Sleep Token followed on Saturday, de...
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SIKTH celebrate 20th anniversary of 'Death Of A Dead Day' with two special live shows

  Following this weekend's DOWNLOAD FESTIVAL performance, visionary British prog-metal legends SIKTH have announced two very special performances to celebrate the 20th anniversary of their sophomore album Death Of A Dead Day . Taking place in February 2026 at Manchester's Academy 2 and London's O2 Forum Kentish Town, the shows will see the band's founding members - Mikee Goodman (vocals), Justin Hill (vocals), Dan Weller (guitar), Graham Pinney (guitar), James Leach (bass) and Dan Foord (drums) - reunite to perform the iconic record in its entirety. Support will come from HERIOT. Speaking on the shows, Goodman shares: “We are excited to perform Death of a Dead Day on its 20th anniversary, with Justin Hill singing this album live for the first time ever, alongside myself and the rest of the band. We’re looking forward to playing it in its entirety. “Also, for those who may not know — Justin Hill is back in the band. He is, and we’re planning to get busier from next year ...
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