Festivals · 28.05.2026
Unfortunately, this small yet exquisite festival has not yet produced an official aftermovie. For anyone interested in getting a feel for the event, this clip, featuring "Church of Misery", is extremely helpful; it shows impeccable sound quality and an enthusiastic crowd on a spacious festival ground. In addition to featuring bands from Europe and the USA, the festival manages to offer a true insider-favorite beer from Bavaria—"Bräu im Moos"—a brew so exclusive that you won't even find it...
Daily Peaks · 10.04.2026
Angine de Poitrine can be aptly described as an interface between free microtonal music and non-European tonal systems. While the term "microtonal" in the Western context is often associated with theoretical construction and precisely defined intervals, here it appears more as a sonic device that unfolds organically. In this respect, clear parallels emerge with traditional forms such as the Arabic maqam system and the Indian raga practice. As in these systems, melodic development takes center...
Unknown Pleasures · 05.11.2025
Sometimes I receive emails that turn into more than just a quick click-and-delete because I don't like the music. That's what happened when Sergio, one of the employees at Aloud Music in Barcelona, sent me an E-Mail. I've had this label on my radar ever since the AM Festival in 2018 (https://www.heavystoned.eu/live-report/amfestival-2018/. Aloud Music releases music far removed from the mainstream and has a real knack for discovering new acts. For example, Emma Ruth Rundle first played at the...
Festivals · 08.06.2025
We are really looking forward for this festival on which you can never be disappointed; Either the music is interesting, or there's an interesting band playing, or you enjoy the beautiful scenery surrounding the festival grounds. Either way, you'll be thrilled if you're there. After listening to all the bands, I found the local bands, or rather the bands from neighboring countries, more interesting than the big, well-known names on the bill. Sure, we'll check out the headliners, but we're here...
Daily Peaks · 25.01.2025
We love music when it fits existing patterns, or because it fits certain patterns in our personal experiences. Now it happens that our experiences are also expectations at the same time, especially of bands that are already a brand in their own right. Like Kadavar. It is well known that the bearded and shaggy times are over, and it is also well known that this also involves a general change in thinking and being. David Bowie enjoys the highest respect because he completely reinvented himself...
Festivals · 04.06.2023
It is not only the double-sense name of this festival, it´s also the location and the line-up and the history of the line-ups. Located in the Bavarian Forest (Forest in Bavarian Dialect: Woid), in Upper Palatina, one of the quite isolated regions in Germany. This mentality and attitude is certainly the motivation for one of the finest festivals in Germany, the Void Fest.
Festivals · 10.03.2023
One of the almost secret festivals around is Rock in Bourlon. Almost free entry for a three day blast, including local food and beer. And a delicious line-up.