Coming from an “artistic” family as Anne states : “my mom was a theater major in college and a director and my dad has written a novel”, her project Upon Wings debuts with the EP “Afterlife” that features the “guest vocalist Brett Hestla (ex-Creed, Dark New Day), master Grammy-nominated mixing engineer Glenn Brown (Kid Rock‘s recording engineer) and guitar work and production from Canadian-based Kevin Jardine”. “When it comes to writing songs and creating a theme with the lyrics, I have to write what is true to me and whatever I’m experiencing at the time”, so Anne it’s a true artist that tries to fullfil her dreams [and maybe he achieved this mission]. 

(via Anne Autumn Erickson – Upon Wings « Femme Metal Webzine)

After the EP “Emerald” (that it was just an appetizer) we are ready to present you the new Arcana (Arcana - A Peter Bjärgö project (Official)) full-lenght. As Luisa states, “the band is back with an album that is even more far away from their main inspiration, Dead Can Dance, and draws from India, Buddhism, from the roots of humanity, though retaining their gothic/dark flavour”. Although their musical evolution “Arcana once again managed to create an album balanced between darkness and light, shadow and brightess, at the top of dark ambient scene”. 

(via Arcana – “As Bright As Thousand Suns” (2012) « Femme Metal Webzine)

Last call for the industrial lovers (for today at least), attached you see a nice review of the latest release by Belgium dark electro/EBM act Psy’Aviah called “Introspection/Extropection” that was released via Alfa Matrix on 2011. This CD totally mesmerized Luisa, in particular Shakira’s “Timor” cover and about this she says : “The original electro-pop becomes a trance-techno mix, making the song quite unrecognizable”. If you love this genre, you don’t miss this release. More @ (via Psy’Aviah – “Introspection/Extropection” (2011) « Femme Metal Webzine)

Do you love Norway and its magical landscapes? So you should give a try to the “Havdøgn” EP by Dark Folk duo Havnatt (that is composed by Tom Simonsen and Cecilie Langlie both members of the Norwegians metal bands Omit and Vagrant God). This EP was released via their private label Secret Quarters and it is a re-release “of their 2006 EP which was commissioned to the band by Skagestad family, with the addition of two completely new tracks”. So do you like mesmerizing acoustic guitar passages and enchanting vocals? Just simply read this REVIEW clicking in the link below 

(via Havnatt – “Havdøgn” EP (2012) « Femme Metal Webzine)

We continue with the last album by Italian Dark Horror Ambient band Visioni Gotiche “Cancellata dal tempo”. The band presents itself with a new singer, Tiziana Radis and a nice concept based on story about ” a very beautiful girl kidnapped by the local lord who tortures her. She will be helped by a handmaid to find some old magic books and eventually find revenge and her true love”. Also to remember the guest starring of Andrea Cardellino from doom metal band Impero delle Ombre. As before, do you love horror music soundtracks? Just click in the link below and read the REVIEW  

(via Visioni Gotiche – “Cancellata del tempo” (2012) « Femme Metal Webzine)

Here served the fourth album by the Italian dark ambient band Visioni Gotiche, the band’s pivotal influence is “Claudio Simonetti (composer of most of Dario Argento‘s movies soundtracks) ” among the others. Following is a little except from the review from Luisa : “Visioni Gotiche‘s music is quite simple and basic: these guys prefer to conjure up images, sensations rather than playing long technical solos or singing complicated vocalising”. Do you love horror movies soundtracks? Just click in the link below and read the REVIEW (via Visioni Gotiche – “Il Segreto del Demone (The Secret of the Demon)” (2009) « Femme Metal Webzine)

While we wait to REVIEW her latest album “The Underliving” we propose you the debut album “Ancient Shadows – The Ghost and the Fairy” by Spanish Dark Ethereal Ambient artist (she’s also a gothic illustrator) Priscilla Hernandez. A true deal if you love fairy-ish and magic atmospheres - just read a few lines from Luisa’s review : “Her sweet vocals play on electronic and piano soundscapes, creating a relaxing, chilling atmosphere. Some melancholia may appear here and there as in “Ancient Shadow” or “I Steal the Leaves” which is my personal favorite on the album”. Do you fancy some ambient music? Check this TOP REVIEW (rated 90 OUT OF 100) in the link below 

(via Priscilla Hernandez – “Ancient Shadows – The Ghost and the Fairy” (2006) « Femme Metal Webzine)

Another excellent news - Spanish Dark Gothic Metal Tears of Martyr have inked a deal with the German metal label MASSACRE RECORDS that will release their second album called “Tales” on April 26th. Click in the link below for watch the cover album (via Spanish Dark Gothic Metal Act TEARS OF MARTYR Signs With MASSACRE RECORDS « Femme Metal Webzine)

Do you miss Heidi Parviainen’s voice? Don’t be afraid my dears - she hasn’t quit singing according to this news Heidi has launched a brand new project called DARK SARAH check more info here (via Heidi Parviainen (ex AMBERIAN DAWN) Singer Launches DARK SARAH « Femme Metal Webzine)

Consider what I’ve (re)published here a rarity - a rarity ‘cause the band has changed the name and the entire line up. We’re are talking about Belgium dark electronic rockers Lovelorn (now Lovelorn Dolls) that in occasion of their self-released debut EP “An Intense Feeling of Affection” on 2011. So the singer and mastermind of the project, Kristell Lowagie (Ladyhell), at the time took some time to reply to our questions about the EP and her career. Until we wait for the proper debut called “The House of Wonders” to be released by Alfa Matrix on March 2013, if want to know more about it this band, I think it’s the perfect timing to do it this interview. More @ (via INTERVIEW : LadyHell (Kristell Lowagie) – Lovelorn « Femme Metal Webzine)