PHOTO CREDIT: PRESS NWOBHM legends Raven recently released their latest album "Metal City". This February, the band were due to embark on a European tour with Kill Ritual, Crystal Viper and Wolf, but the pandemic put a halt to that. I spoke with frontman John Gallagher about the new album, the postponed dates, and what it was like to come through during the NWOBHM era. Good Morning, how have you and the band been during this pandemic? Hi! We are hanging in as they say...working on a number of upcoming projects.. I’ve been steadily writing new material as well as putting out my “ bass noodles” every day on Facebook! Raven released their most recent album "Metal City" last year, how has the overall response to it been? The album felt like a throwback to old school basics, was that your intentions going into making the album? The reaction has been pretty amazing actually.. the best reviews we have had in forever... but more importantly the fans really “ get” it. We ...
Words were written by Anselm Anderson for Rambling Man's Reviews Allan James is a much-accomplished singer-songwriter, based in Northern Virginia, USA James is a self-taught musician, who began playing guitar and singing songs aged 8 and by the time he reached his early teens, James had started to record and perform his original music for school, dances, and charities. James returned to the US following a successful stint as host of his own guitar TV show in Iceland, whilst living over there. Allan James achieved critical acclaim following the release of his debut single on local radio stations, as well as releasing 6 albums to date. James has always been at the forefront of utilizing technologies and using the internet to build a fanbase. He now returns with " Our Dreams", the latest single off his forthcoming new album. A beautifully structured track that captures the soul with its succinct guitar play and poetic lyrics. The track conjures feelings of serenity...