Will Freeman

Speed metal truly alive as Scottish metallers HELLRIPPER bring their take on metal to the stage.  The headliner love metal and support the scene wherever they can, that’s why they have brought along DEVASTATOR  and SCHIZOPHRENIA . Taking the opening set was Derbyshire based DEVASTATOR , who brought their take on blackened thrash with a speed metal direction, as all bands had on this bill, taking over the stage with attitude and direction from the moment they arrived. The crowd took a little...

The kings of drone metal SUNN O)))  are always caustic by design, with long songs of intense slow noise whilst often having no vocals. This new self-titled album is another release in line with their past work and will be adored by current fans - but is unlikely to convert anyone who hasn't understood them before. Despite SUNN O))) functioning as a two piece, their sound is as complete as ever on these six tracks. They   know what works for them and they stick to it. They create an...

German thrash giants KREATOR  brought their high production and perfectly curated lineup to London for a night of moshing, energy and metal magic. Opening the night was the most modern band on the bill, NAILS  who brought their trademark grindcore short form songs. From the moment they started, their sound was dense and heavy, for a three-piece, without being overwhelming. The band worked as one unit of sound. Their stage setup was simple, harking back to the band's roots of smaller shows. A...