The debut of MOUNT MARY two years ago was worth nine points to me. When I reflect like this, I like to give out a high score in exuberance, which I would not give again in a few years. In the case of this, if not even THE Finnish institution in terms of classic rock with recognizable tendencies towards harder sounds, I still stand by every word two years later, also by the note.

Dutch symphonic metallers WITHIN TEMPTATION will release a new single, “Bleed Out”, on August 18. The track, which was first performed by the Sharon Den Adel-fronted outfit in June at Hellfest in Clisson, France, addresses the plight of women fighting for their rights in Iran. Now Full CD!