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Spite Extreme Wing: The 2024 Re-Issues
Once upon a time in Italy, there was a band called SPITE EXTREME WING. “Once,” as there will not be a second time, nor...
The myth of the Phoenix in 15 metal songs
We have gathered together a list of metal songs that deal with the same topic - the myth of the Phoenix. What other songs on this topic would you add to our list?
10 of the most lyrically poignant songs of the year
Many artists released songs with important messages over the course of this year. Here is out list of 2023's most lyrically poignant songs...
20 times symphonic metal delighted us in 2023
This year symphonic metal experienced a resurgence, so we put together a list of 2023's symphonic metal highlights for your listening delight...
Tuonela Magazine’s Annual Staff Picks 2023: Andrea Crow’s Edition
Continuing with a very different list with a lot of great discoveries. Check our journalist, Andrea Crow's best of 2023 list here...
10 of Elize Ryd’s best collaborations
We gathered 10 of Elize Ryd's (Amaranthe) best collaborations. Check out the list here...
LISTEN-BACK: A trip through Altamullan Road’s self-titled debut
Sometimes, our love for an album transcends boundaries. Today, our guest writer goes into depth about the deep meaning of the magnificent 2020 release from Johanna Kurkela and Johanna Iivanainen, AKA Altamullan Road. Read about this album's magic here...
15 of the Most Beautiful Kamelot Ballads
If there's one band out there that can rock you to the core with a ballad, it's Kamelot. Here's a listing of 15 of their most beautiful and emotional ballads, penned over the course of their career.
10 bands that have been revamped by new vocalists
Many bands went through line-up changes this past decade, especially in the vocal department, achieving great success with new singers. We've put together a list of 10 such bands for your reading pleasure:
A Devil’s Dozen Metal Songs with Saxophone
If you've ever wanted a little more saxophone in your hard rock and heavy metal, good news! We've compiled a devil's dozen songs that include this rare-in-metal instrument. Check them out here...
10 Metal Songs With Violin
We compiled a list of songs for you featuring violin. Check out the list here:
The Dogs of War
We're back again with a new blog that delves into songs of war, albeit not necessarily the most obvious choices. Check out this selection here...
Top 10 Songs to Stare Blankly at the Wall With
Partied a little too hard yesterday? We have the perfect playlist for you! Here's a collection of 10 songs to stare blankly at the wall with.
10 most surprising collaborations of 2021
This year there have been many surprising and unexpected collaborations between musicians from different corners and niches of the rock and metal scene. We have put together a list of ten such intriguing team-ups. Check it out here:
10 best emerging metal acts of the 2010s
The metal scene is like a living organism that is in constant change and evolution as each and every new band that claims a...
“Yes – Homeworld”: A song that changed my life.
It was 1999 and we were traveling in our red Ford to the country of champagne, wine, cheese and all the good things in...
TUSKA FESTIVAL: What to expect – Day 1
The official countdown to Helsinki’s favorite festival has begun, less than two weeks to go until the heavy metal party can begin at Tuska...
The power of the tribute night
Metallica recently stopped in Helsinki, to give not one, but two shows at Hartwall Arena. The event however, sold out really fast. No surprise...
Genre Games: What heavy metal genre is your booze? (Musicalypse Archive)
January is a slow time of year for live shows. Without any gigs for us to think on, the mind tends to drift elsewhere....