Welcome to the World is the second and final Psycho Motel album, released in 1997. It features a different vocalist from the band's first album, 1995's State of Mind. In place of Hans Olav Solli is Andy Makin, whose "dark lyrics and distinctive vocal delivery" differentiate the album from its predecessor. It also features Scott Gorham of Thin Lizzy and Dave Murray of Iron Maiden as guest guitarists. In 2006, Welcome to the World was re-released with two bonus tracks. These tracks contain Solli from the first album on vocals, and were probably recorded just before he left the band in 1997.

Iron Maiden limited edition collection releases come out in Europe in 1995. All stickers have the same identifier: MAIDCAT10, containing 2 CDs: album and bonus disc with b-side tracks from the singles of that album.
Known for such powerful hits as "Two Minutes to Midnight" and "The Trooper," Iron Maiden are one of heavy metal's most influential bands. They're also one of metal's most enduring and distinctive acts, thanks to their melodic guitars, ambitious songwriting, powerhouse vocalist Bruce Dickinson, and iconic mascot Eddie. One of the first groups to be classified as "British metal," Iron Maiden helped set the rock scene for the '80s and inspired generations of subsequent bands, including Metallica, Dream Theater, Slipknot, In Flames, and Avenged Sevenfold. Despite a lack of radio airplay or mainstream media support, early allegations of Satanism, and a revolving lineup, they have remained consistently popular throughout their career.

Lion's Share is back - stronger than ever! With six acclaimed albums and a string of successful digital singles, the Swedish heavy metal powerhouse is set to unleash their long-awaited comeback album.
Along the way, Lion's Share has collaborated with members of some of the most legendary bands in the world, including Kiss, Megadeth, King Diamond, Candlemass, Symphony X and Yngwie Malmsteen. Albums like Emotional Coma and Dark Hours have earned critical praise for their razor-sharp riffing, massive hooks, and a perfect balance of heaviness and melody. Since 2017, Lion's Share has operated as a dynamic duo, with Lars Chriss on guitar and Nils Patrik Johansson on vocals, calling on trusted friends for live and studio collaborations…

Ozzy Osbourne's eighth solo studio album, Down to Earth, shows the madman of rock relying on a supergroup of metal musicians to bring his sound together. Longtime Ozzy guitarist Zakk Wylde is back, this time with Suicidal Tendencies bassist Robert Trujillo and Faith No More drummer Mike Bordin supplying the rhythm. Despite the ever-changing world of heavy metal, Ozzy has a strangely timeless sound that he does not stray from on this record. Thick, heavy songs like "Gets Me Through" could really be on any Ozzy record after 1989 and fit in, but it is this bizarre reliability that keeps the album as listenable as it is. There are a few off moments, most specifically when it comes to the occasional murky production that muffles Wylde's fiery guitar and Bordin's drums…

A Tribute to Judas Priest is a 2019 compilation released by Metal Hammer that pays homage to one of the most influential bands in heavy metal history, Judas Priest. The album features a diverse lineup of internationally recognized metal acts reinterpreting classic tracks from the band’s extensive catalog. Each artist brings their own stylistic identity while preserving the spirit and intensity of the original compositions. From aggressive modern metal renditions to more melodic and atmospheric interpretations, the compilation highlights the wide-ranging impact Judas Priest has had on multiple generations of musicians. Bands such as Arch Enemy, Sabaton, Powerwolf, Blind Guardian, Kreator, Death, and Primal Fear contribute powerful performances that reinterpret iconic songs like “Breaking the Law,” “Painkiller,” and “Beyond the Realms of Death.” The result is a cohesive tribute that bridges traditional heavy metal roots with contemporary extreme metal styles. With its high-energy performances and respectful reinterpretations, this release stands as both a celebration of Judas Priest’s legacy and a showcase of modern metal’s versatility and power.

This is the first new album by Crimson Glory in 26 years. Crimson Glory, an American heavy metal institution that formed in 1983 in Sarasota, Florida, USA. The classic line-up featured vocalist Midnight, guitarists Jon Drenning and Ben Jackson, bass guitarist Jeff Lords, and drummer Dana Burnell. With this line-up, they rose to international fame in the mid-1980s and were considered one of the pioneers of the American progressive metal movement, alongside bands like Queensrÿche, Dream Theater, Fates Warning, and Watchtower. With 3/5 of the classic line up still intact, and now joined by acclaimed new vocalist Travis Wills, the band have been touring heavily over the past year… making this album one of the most anticipated releases of 2026 within the Heavy Metal Scene!

After reigniting their cosmic engines with Machine World - Reforged in 2025, Iron Savior return from the stars with their most daring mission yet: Awesome Anthems of the Galaxy. Building on the modern firestorm of their Noise-era classics, the band ventures into new territory, transforming some of the 80s’ most iconic pop hits into blazing power metal epics charged with their trademark energy, precision, and unstoppable spirit.
From A-ha’s Take On Me and Phil Collins’ Against All Odds to When The Rain Begins To Fall and Maniac, Iron Savior turn timeless anthems into heroic, melodic journeys through metal and melody. Continuing the transformation that began with their acclaimed cover of Seal’s Crazy, the band once again bridges worlds fusing nostalgia and futurism, passion and power, proving that the past can shine brighter than ever when reforged in metal.

Tales From The Crypt Presents: Bordello Of Blood (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) is a compilation-style soundtrack that captures the energetic and irreverent tone of the 1996 horror-comedy film. The album assembles a selection of hard rock, heavy metal, and classic rock tracks that emphasize both attitude and mainstream accessibility, reflecting the film’s blend of humor, violence, and supernatural themes. Featuring well-known acts such as Anthrax, Scorpions, Thin Lizzy, Sweet, and Humble Pie, alongside alternative and glam-influenced artists, the soundtrack delivers a broad cross-section of rock styles spanning multiple decades. The inclusion of iconic songs like “All Right Now,” “Still Loving You,” and “Ballroom Blitz” reinforces the compilation’s focus on recognizable anthems with strong guitar-driven energy. The result is a dynamic and varied listening experience that mirrors the film’s chaotic and tongue-in-cheek narrative style, while also functioning as a standalone rock compilation representative of both classic and modern rock influences of its time.

Tales From The Crypt Presents: Demon Knight (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) is a hard-hitting compilation that reflects the aggressive alternative and metal soundscape of the mid-1990s. Curated for the horror-action film “Demon Knight,” the album brings together some of the most influential heavy and alternative acts of the era, delivering a dark, intense, and cinematic listening experience. Featuring artists such as Pantera, Ministry, Megadeth, Sepultura, Machine Head, and Rollins Band, the soundtrack emphasizes raw energy, distorted guitar-driven compositions, and high-impact rhythmic structures. The selection balances groove metal, thrash, industrial metal, and hardcore punk influences, reinforcing the film’s violent and supernatural themes. Tracks like “Cemetery Gates,” “Hey Man Nice Shot,” and “1-800-Suicide” highlight the era’s fusion of mainstream alternative rock with underground extreme metal culture. Overall, the release stands as a strong snapshot of 1990s heavy music, capturing both the commercial and underground edge of the alternative metal movement while supporting the film’s dark and chaotic atmosphere.

Following the extremely warm reception given his self-named band's well-deserving debut album, Holy Diver, Ronnie James Dio figured there was no point in messing with a winning formula, and decided to play it safe with 1984's sophomore effort, The Last in Line - with distinctly mixed results. Although technically cut from the same cloth as those first album nuggets, fist-pumping new songs like "We Rock," and "I Speed at Night" curiously went from good to tiresome after just a few spins (a sign that the songwriting clichés were starting to pile up…read on); and the otherwise awesome, seven-minute epic, "Egypt (The Chains Are On)," inexplicably lost it's strikingly sinister main riff halfway through, in what sounds like a mastering snafu of some kind. On the upside, more dramatic, mid-paced numbers such as the title track, "One Night in the City," and "Eat Your Heart Out" - as well as the driving "Evil Eyes" - delivered enough compelling riffs and melodies…

Formed in 2000 in Athens, Greece, Battleroar have carved their way as one of the leading forces of European Epic Metal. Inspired by legendary acts such as Manilla Road and Omen (both Mark Shelton and Kenny Powell have performed as guests on past Battleroar albums), the Hellenic band is considered as one of the most important Epic Metal bands of the current millennium. With "Petrichor", Battleroar stay true to their signature sound, delivering atmospheric passages, strong melodies, and a powerful, dramatic character shaped by experience and conviction.