The Swedish black metal band Bathory was formed in 1983 and is considered a pioneer of black metal and Viking metal. Because Bathory is such an influential and intriguing band (they never even did a proper tour, as they stopped performing live early on in their career!), Spanish metal journalist José Luis Cano Barron decided to release an unofficial but definitive biography of Bathory. The book From Hades to Valhalla... BATHORY—The Epic Story by José Luis Cano Barron was originally written in Spanish, but fortunately, thanks to Pagan Records and Monomaniax, the book has now been translated into English for the first time, so it can reach a wider audience! The book dives into the history and career of the revered band Bathory's journey from their early black metal roots to their Viking metal mastery and makes for an interesting read across its 156 pages and also features rare photographs of the creative leader of the band, Thomas Börje Forsberg who was known as Quorthon, he was th
Modern metal sensation COUNTLESS GOODBYES is proud to announce the release of their highly anticipated sophomore album, ‘LOST IN WAVES’. Following a series of successful singles earlier this year, the full-length album is now available. To accompany the album launch, the band has also unveiled the official music video for their powerful track, ‘TRAPPED’. Vocalist Onni Kivikaarre shares the meaning behind the album: “‘LOST IN WAVES’ explores the intricacies of human experience, shedding light on how our surroundings and interactions shape who we become. The album's message is one of empowerment—reminding us that, despite life’s trials and external judgments, we all possess untapped strength and resilience." Kivikaarre further elaborates on the track ‘TRAPPED’: “The song tells the story of someone who feels stuck in an unchanging life, seeking escape through destructive habits, only to deepen their sense of entrapment. In a world where society offers a ‘cure’ for every emotion