Italian Symphonic Death Metal masters, Fleshgod Apocalypse, are currently on their very first European headline tour in support of their latest record entitled 'King'. The band will perform a one-off UK show at The Underworld in London tonight and support will come from Dutch Horror Metallers Carach Angren and also Italian-based Symphonic Death Metallers Nightland. 'King' was produced by Jens Bogren (Opeth, Katatonia, Soilwork), with the help of recording engineer Marco Mastrobuono.

One Desire are one of the most stunning newcomers in the Melodic Rock scene. The dynamic quartet hail from Finland and feature former Sturm Und Drang singer André Linman, guitarist/producer Jimmy Westerlund, drummer Ossi Sivula and bassist Jonas Kuhlberg. ‘Hurt’ (today's Vid Of The Day) is taken from their self-titled debut album and is a must have for fans of the likes of H.E.A.T. and Brother Firetribe, as well as classic acts such as Def Leppard and Journey. Yes, they are that good!

Keith Thompson and his band (Track Of The Day) have been making some big impressions in the media recently with their new album 'Catch the Fire'. They have been consistently performing in mainland Europe where they are well known to the large Blues following as an exciting live band. Joining Keith in the band on guitar and vocals are Neil Simpson on bass (Peter Green, Ruby Turner, John Mayall) and Roy Adams on drums (Ruby Turner Band). Keith has also been involved in projects with Spooky Tooth, Mike D’Abo, Steve Winwood, Ruby Turner, Larry Burton, Dave Markee and Henry Spinetti (Eric Clapton Band and Tina Turner), Greg Ridley of Humble Pie, Robbie Blunt (Robert Plant), Luther Grosvenor of Mott The Hoople, Geno Washington and many others!

As Lions (Vid Of The Day) have unveiled the lyric video for their brand new track ‘Bury My Dead’ – taken from their debut full-length album 'Selfish Age', out on Friday 20th January via Better Noise Records. The track is a punishing dose of British Metal, with a chorus that keeps in line with the band’s effortless ability to produce stadium size tracks. 'Selfish Age' is the follow-up to As Lions’ debut EP 'Aftermath' released earlier this year and is produced by award-winning producer David Bendeth (Of Mice & Men, Paramore, Bring Me The Horizon) and Kane Churko (Five Finger Death Punch, Disturbed, In This Moment).

Birmingham singer Stealth has unveiled ‘How Much Further’ (today's Track Of The Day), the third and final track to be taken from his new EP 'Verse', out last Friday on his own imprint Chubby Puppy. ‘How Much Further’ is a big Bluesy anthem, co-written and produced by two-time Grammy nominated Michael Angelo, with rolling guitars and captivating handclaps paving the ways for Stealth’s weighty vocal tones, which have drawn comparisons to the likes of Rag’n’Bone Man and Hozier.

"The Bottom Line’s strong stage presence had been evident from the moment they entered the stage, partly due to the improved, stronger lighting, partly due to the band’s obvious professionalism, but primarily due to the charisma and self-belief of front man Callum Amies. Callum is an expert at relating to and working his audience. Helped by the band’s melody bound riffs, rampant rhythms and the instant catchiness of their songs, he soon has them clapping, bouncing, dabbing and even, at one stage, crowd surfing, at will. The only time for a break in the perpetual motion generated by the set is when Callum is left alone on stage for a (slightly) quieter, (slightly) slower solo. But not for long; within minutes the rest of the band return for a fabulous finale and all hell broke loose again - on stage and off it!" Read the rest of our first review of 2017 from Big Ian here - last Thursday's The Bottom Line gig at the Camden Assembly - plus check out our photo gallery here.

In 2016 Provogue released 'Heal My Soul', Jeff Healey's ‘lost’ album comprising twelve previously unheard tracks, all rescued from the vaults, lovingly restored by the guitarist’s estate and alive with his spirit. Now they've released 'Holding On', a perfect bookend to the critically acclaimed 'Heal My Soul' and 2016 in general, which saw a continuous celebration of what would have been Jeff’s 50th birthday. Featuring five rare Jeff Healey studio tracks that were all recorded during the same time period as ‘Heal My Soul’ (‘96-’98) and a concert recorded in Oslo, Norway in 1999, a live snapshot of a brilliant performer at the top of his game, 'Holding On' is the perfect complement to 'Heal My Soul'.

Last Sunday night's Route 66 Track Of The Day has new tracks from Elles Bailey, Glenn Hughes and Ronnie Baker Brooks (pictured) plus classic tunes from David Bowie, Mick Taylor, Van Halen, Fleetwood Mac and Lynyrd Skynyrd.

Chicago based Metallers Black Sites track 'Monochrome' from their upcoming debut album 'In Monochrome', out on Friday 17th February on the Mascot Label Group, is today's Vid Of The Day. The band feature some of Chicago’s finest players from the underground Metal scene, featuring Mark Sugar on vocals/guitar, ex-Trials bandmate Ryan Bruchert on guitar, John Picillo on bass (Without Waves and Immortal Bird) and Chris Avgerin on drums (Nequient and Autonomy). The four-piece band draws inspiration from a panoramic pedigree of classic and modern Metal and Hard Rock influences including Black Sabbath, Deep Purple, 1970's Judas Priest, Iron Maiden, Fates Warning, Motörhead, Queensrÿche, Voivod, Hammers Of Misfortune and Dawnbringer.

2016 WRC Award winning Rock On The Ridge blasted out another awesome show on Saturday night. Today's Track Of The Day therefore includes music from Electric Boys, Monster Truck, Alter Bridge, Wolfmother, Motorgun, Wicked Stone, The Bad Flowers (pictured), The Fortunate Sons, Inglorious, Suns of Stone, Pink Floyd, Wolve Spirit, The Spiral Electric, Palace Of The King, Federal Charm, Bad Touch, Lincoln Durham, Black Stone Cherry and on their introducing stage Of Allies.

London Blues Week 2017 is a week long celebration of Blues music in the heart of London's West End at the iconic 100 Club in Oxford Street. Headlining tonight are the Climax Blues Band supported by the Rebecca Downes Band, followed by Sons Of Dave and King Size Slim on Tuesday, Poppa Chubby and the Katie Bradley Band on Wednesday, Eric Sardinas & Big Motor, John Fairhurst and Kat & Co on Thursday, Deborah Bonham Band and Jo Burt on Friday and finally, the Oli Brown Band plus very special guests on Saturday!

Avenged Sevenfold has announced a treat for their UK fans. From Friday 20th January until Monday 23rd January, the band will be setting up a pop-up shop to coincide with their two live dates at London's O2 Arena this coming weekend. Vlauder Lauders General Store will be based at Camden Market, 215-216 Chalk Farm Road, London NW1 8AB (open between 10am and 6pm) and they will be hosting in-store raffles and giveaways of exclusive and signed merchandise every hour on the hour, so fans are advised to check in frequently. Every purchase made at the store also comes with an entry (enter to win) to win surprise gifts. The tiltle track from their new album ‘The Stage’ – their first for Capitol Records - is today's Vid Of The Day - having already amassed well over twelve million YouTube views!