From its iconic riffs to its cultural significance, “British Steel” by Judas Priest remains a touchstone in heavy metal history. Discover the intricacies and narratives that surround this legendary album.
In a courtroom drama that could rival any metal ballad, Judas Priest faced allegations of embedding subliminal messages in their tracks. Dive into the beats, breaks, and legal stakes of this iconic trial.
In the land of saunas and sisu, Finland has spun a new yarn. Merging the power of metal with the precision of knitting, the Heavy Metal Knitting Championship is the latest sensation to hit the Nordic nation.
Metal music, often seen as the rebellious child of the music family, has a softer side. And no, we’re not talking about ballads. Explore how this genre heals the soul, one riff at a time.
Before the riffs and the fame, there was a young Tony Iommi, a factory, and a fateful day.
When one thinks of Hollywood, heavy metal music might not be the first thing that comes to mind. However, beneath the surface of Tinseltown, a surprising number of stars have a deep-seated love for this intense genre of music.
When it comes to metal mascots, few have achieved the recognition and cult following of Eddie, the undead symbol of Iron Maiden. From his first appearance on an album cover to his presence on stage, Eddie has become an integral part of the band’s image.
In 1984, Motörhead, notorious for their loud concerts, performed at the Cleveland Variety Theater. The noise level? A staggering 130 decibels.
Formed in 1968, Black Sabbath was a pioneering English heavy metal band. With numerous line-up changes and over 70 million records sold, they have been inducted into multiple Halls of Fame.
Formed in 1975 in East London, Iron Maiden pioneered the new wave of British heavy metal and achieved great success in the 1980s. Their influential album, The Number of the Beast, has sold nearly 20 million copies worldwide.