Vegas residencies used to mean Elvis impersonators, magicians and whichever pop star needed a break from touring. Not anymore.

You’ve dialled in your setlist, your soundcheck is crisp, and you’re playing the best songs of your career — but the crowd just isn’t moving. What gives? Here’s a hard truth: indie bands, DJs, and singer-songwriters pour countless hours into their music, yet treat lighting as an afterthought. It’s the fast track to a flat, forgettable performance.

Spin a slot on the right online sites‚ and you might hear something that stops you in your tracks․ A guitar riff․ It's the drum fill you know by heart․

There have been various instances of metal and rock bands turning to mythology and fantasy for inspiration over the years. Led Zeppelin famously sang about the dark lands of Mordor in Ramble On, and referenced Greek mythology in Achilles Last Stand. Iron Maiden’s Flight of Icarus is another well-known example.

Look at the cover of Motörhead's 1980 album Ace of Spades. Four English rock musicians dressed as Wild West gunfighters, shot in a Barnet sandpit meant to look like Arizona. The album title refers to the death card in Wild Bill Hickok's poker hand.

German metal band Lord of the Lost has confirmed that long-standing members Klaas and Pi have both left the band. Pi Stoffers has been with the band for 10 years and has stepped down to open himself up to new opportunities.  Klaas played bass for LOTL for 17 years and is no longer touring with the band; however, he may …

Amon Amarth’s latest single, We Rule the Waves, has a very old-school feel to it, and according to the band’s latest interview, it could give a good indication of what fans could expect from the new album. Vocalist Johan Hegg said that the band is branching out into uncharted territory. The New Album is Set to Be More Diverse but …

Ex Deo’s new album is officially done, with Maurizio Iacono confirming the news on his Instagram page. Recording, mixing, and mastering have been handled by François Dagenais at his studio, and even though the title is under wraps, it’s expected that the band will embrace the hand-painted aesthetic as seen in their album

Rock music festivals are among the most exciting live events you can experience. The energy of the crowd, the sound of live instruments, and the opportunity to see multiple bands perform in one venue create unforgettable memories.

In the current scenario, Instagram is quite unpredictable for the influencers, brands, and other individuals who use the platform.

Following on from the announcement that their self-titled album is set for release later this year, DMA'S have given fans another taste of what's to come with new single and video 'Hurracane'.

Northern Ireland's leading festival celebrating traditional music, song and dance.

A great travel video isn’t about where you film, but how you tell the story. Capturing a sunset takes no real skill. Turning random footage into something people won’t skip — that’s the skill.

One night only! Join us for a truly special evening on 6th May 2026 as we celebrate 30 years (to the day) since Ash released their iconic album 1977. 

You want to learn music - yet choosing between singing and an instrument is more confusing than it should. Both options sound exciting - yet they build different skills in your body and mind.

David Bowie's former producer / bassist Tony Visconti and drummer Woody Woodmansey launched their Bowie project 'The Best Of Bowie' featuring long-time fan and friend Heaven 17's Glenn Gregory plus the all-star Holy Holy band.