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Throw Back Thursday: Acid (Belgium)
Acid emerged from Bruges in 1980 as one of Belgium’s earliest speed‑metal forces, carving out a reputation built on velocity, attitude and the unmistakable presence of Kate de Lombaert. Their music fused razor‑sharp riffs with themes rooted in Satan, sex and pure metal provocation, placing them firmly within the raw underground of early European heavy…
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Throw Back Thursday: Evo (Spain)
EVO formed in the El Clot district of Barcelona in January 1981, becoming one of the earliest heavy metal bands in Catalonia. The first recognised lineup featured Carmen García on vocals, Richard on guitar, Pedro Bruque on bass and Ramón Solà on drums, shaping a sound rooted in classic heavy metal with a later push…
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TheNwothm.com Guide To Submitting Your Band: Demos and PR
If you’re aiming to secure gigs, gain coverage on blogs or radio, or get your music in front of labels, managers, publishers, PR teams or agents, your first point of contact will almost always be an email. It’s direct, cost‑effective and, when handled properly, far more impactful than scattering links across social media. At thenwothm.com…
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Throw Back Thursday: A-II-Z (UK)
Throw Back Thursday: A II Z (UK) A-11-Z emerged from Manchester in 1978 when brothers Gary and Dave Owens teamed up with Karl Reti, later joined by Throw Back Thursday: A-II-Z (UK) celebrates one of Manchester’s most energetic contributions to the New Wave of British Heavy Metal. Formed in 1978, A II Z (UK) emerged…
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Throw Back Thursday: Persian Risk (Wales)
Persian Risk formed in Cardiff in 1979 and became one of Wales’ most recognisable contributions to the new wave of British heavy metal. Founded by guitarist Phil Campbell, the early line‑up featured Jon Deverill, Dave Bell, Nick Hughes and Razz Lemon, with the band quickly gaining attention through energetic live shows and early recordings. Their…
