How much for a Cinderella rookie card?
With social media these days, we know so much about rock and pop musicians that a lot of the mystique has disappeared. But there used to be a time when…
Scream for me beer lovers: Iron Maiden’s Trooper Ale reviewed
I finally tracked down some Iron Maiden Trooper Ale! Was it worth the chase? How does it taste? Read to find out.
Album Review: Curse of the Damned by Night Demon is a nod to old school metal
Debut album from California trio Night Demon recalls the early days of the metal age with their strong NWOBHM influence
Music for Remembrance Day
Today is a day of remembrance in Canada as we celebrate Remembrance Day to honour the fallen soldiers who served this country (in the UK it is known as Armistice…
30 years of concerts
Exactly 30 years ago today, on March 12 1984, I saw my first rock concert. At the tender age of 12, I managed to convince my parents to take me…
When did metal stop being dangerous?
I found this item passing by H & M today. When I was a teenager, I was a rebel for listening to Iron Maiden: that was the devil’s music.…
The best Iron Maiden song ever
A little adrenaline to kick off the weekend. And because I attended that show. Up the Irons!
Portrait of an addiction
The multiple forms my addiction to music takes. Every object in this image has meaning to me, or is a memento. The Cherry Sunburst Les Paul is the guitar I…
In memoriam: Clive Burr (1957-2013)
We learned today that original Iron Maiden drummer Clive Burr passed away. He had been suffering for years from multiple sclerosis. Burr’s drumming can be heard on the first 3…