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Webzine dedicated to the metal band fronted by girls. We also like ambient,darkwave,rock & electronic music.
INFOS : webzine@femmemetalwebzine.net
Webzine dedicated to the metal band fronted by girls. We also like ambient,darkwave,rock & electronic music.
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)
(via NEWS : Former ONE WITHOUT Members Launch WE ARE THE CATALYST « Femme Metal Webzine)
We have already read her thoughts about “Libertine”, now it’s time to do a step back in 2010 and see what at the time Liv Kristine Official replied to our interviewer Ed during the promotion of her third album “Skintight” quoting her words :”This album is me, straight from the heart, just very down-to-earth, natural and personal. It really deserves the title “Skintight”“.(via Interview : Liv Kristine (2010) « Femme Metal Webzine)
A total breakthrough (90/100!!!!) the fourth solo album album “Libertine” by Liv Kristine released on Napalm Records. Read fully the review by Tony Cannella at
(via Liv Kristine – “Libertine” (2012) « Femme Metal Webzine)
The lovely Liv Kristine stopped at Femme Metal Webzine for a heartfelt chat about her latest album “Libertine” out on Napalm Records, the past with Theatre of Tragedy and some future interesting projects. Read here!
Label : Wannasee Records
Review by Tony Cannella
My only knowledge of the German singer Claudia Uhle – otherwise known as Angelzoom – has been through various compilation albums. Her new album “Nothing Is Infinite” is out now and this is my first chance to sample an entire album from this talented singer. Musically, Angelzoom offers a wide scope of ambient, electro and gothic influences. “Nothing s Infinite” features 14-songs and 50-minutes worth of cohesive, innovative and atmospheric music. Some of the strongest tracks are: “The Things You Said”, “Runaway”, “My Innermost” and “Fragile”. The vocals of Claudia Uhle are on full display throughout the album and it helps to create an enjoyable listening experience. The music on “Nothing Is Infinite” is pretty laid back and at times relaxing to listen to. Angelzoom is a different kind of animal than what your average metal head might listen to but still it is cool to put on for a change of pace, besides you can’t bang your head all the time. Can you?
Rating - 75/100
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Review by Luisa Mercier
After two full-lengths and several single releases, Sleepthief is back with a new, beautiful official single, accompanied by a stunning video. For all of you, that still are not familiar with his music, Sleepthief is the project behind which hides the American producer Justin Elswick. His music is a soulful blending of electronica, Celtic influences, synth-pop, ambient and classical music. The new single features once again the distinctive vocals of Jody Quine (known for her work with Balligomingo) over an emotional layered track that will leave you speechless. The song is inspired by the wish that all of us has experienced in life: the yearning to find someone who could love us and understands us, but not always is meant to happen. So, it is quite bittersweet, melancholic, sad, though soaring and uplifting also thank you to Jody Quine amazing work on backing vocals. I think they add a lot more to the whole atmosphere. Music, as usual, is thoroughly crafted, with lots of layers starting from electronica to strings and piano. What makes Sleepthief music stands out in my opinion is his ability in expressing feelings and conveying it to his audience. It is not by chance that all of us are always so moved by his songs. I warmly invite you to give this song a try and, if you like it, to the rest of his discography too. The single is out 11th June along with three remixes by Justin and his collaborator Israel Curtis (Psychosomatic Mix), Blue Stone and DjMikel.
Rating - 80/100
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Label : Metal Mind Productions
Review by Tony Cannella
If you like old school 70s style Prog Rock – I’m not even talking about the bands that are considered Progressive Metal – I mean real, pure prog rock, then look no further than Poland’s Travellers. The band was formed way back in 2011, by keyboardist/percussionist Wojtek Szadowski who had previously been in the bands Collage, Satellite and Strawberry Fields. In addition to the obvious Prog Rock leanings, Travellers also incorporate such varied influences as 80s and Ethnic music to capture a certain vibe, when called upon to do so. In classic Prog fashion, “A Journey Into the Sun Within” includes only 6-songs, yet features a playing time of almost 53-minutes, this is thanks to the length of some of the songs. The longest song “The Sun” clocks in at over 12-minutes long, whilst some of the other songs fall in the 7-8 minute range. I love Prog Rock as much as the next person but even I realize that sometimes bands who play this style can get boring, that is a problem that Travellers don’t have to worry about with their debut “A Journey into the Sun Within” as the band delivers a cocktail of first rate musicianship, great vocals courtesy of Robin and excellent songs. Starting with eerie keyboard intro to the 11-minute opener “Magic”, Travellers set the table with a majestic opening tune. The over 8-minute “Letters to God” is next and in my opinion has an excellent 70s prog rock vibe to it and has tons of atmosphere, as well. The third track “Dreaming” clocks in at 5-minutes and Is the shortest song here. This is actually one the slower songs that appears here and has a pretty cool mainstream style going for it. “I Dream Softly” is next and it takes a little while to get going, but once it does it settles into a nice, dreamy vibe before the tempo speeds up and makes this one of the highlights for me. The tempo changes on this one are well done. The closing duo of “I See the Light” and “The Sun” brings “A Journey into the Sun Within” to a strong conclusion. The appeal of Travellers is going to be selective, like most prog rock, you will either love it or you won’t. That’s okay because I have a feeling that fans of Progressive music will flock to this band and their debut album “A Journey into the Sun Within”.
Rating - 78/100
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Label : Metal Mind Productions
Review by Tony Cannella
Poland’s NeraNature is the new Gothic Rock project featuring Darzamat front lady Nera. Coming off the heels the 2-song sampler, “Foresting Wounds” is the full-length debut of this new musical endeavor, and what a debut it is. The dramatic opener “Shattered” gets things started and Nera’s wonderful vocal talents takes the charge. The following songs “Precious Now” and “The World Is Not Enough” (a cool cover of the song from the band Garbage) are next and two more solid tracks. Musically, the band is quite an excellent compliment to Nera’s vocal style. Other highlights include: “Woman’s Soul”, “Oblivion”, “Broken” and “Someone”. While – at times – not strictly a metal album, “Foresting Wounds” is just an excellently crafted debut from Nera and her band. While the two song sampler was in itself, quite impressive I was not prepared for the sheer power and consistency that “Foresting Wounds” would provide and NeraNature would be capable of.
Rating - 93/100
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Label : Unexploded Records
Review by Si Smith
“Nattsmyg” is the Swedish for “night sneak” and this music may well sneak into your subconscious and take up residence there, for it is quite beautiful in its own way. Rich in keyboard textures as well as guitars, it is at once brutal and grim whilst also managing to be dreamy and flowing in parts, like a stream with rapids but also quiet waters. Most of the songs are of reasonable length (5-7 minutes) which gives you enough time to become immersed in one track before being carried on to the next. The first track “Älvadans” sets you up for a positive listening experience, with the guitars and vocals soaring over a rich tapestry of keyboard sound. Clean female vocals alternate with male growled sections to provide the best of both worlds. “Skuggfolket” is a mid-tempo piece beginning with a chugging rhythm set against the keyboard backdrop and clean female vocals. The melody flows between minor keys and retains a mystical sound until the keyboards take over for a small interlude before a slower dreamy guitar solo section. The vocals explore some of the higher registers before the low male growls come in dramatically, for contrast. A good balance is achieved throughout the song. The album continues to move between slow and mid tempo songs (apart from “I Skogens Hjarta” which picks up quite a pace), as it alternates between the male and female vocals, and is an exercise in balance and contrasts. Guitar purists may complain that sometimes the keyboards are so loud that they drown out the guitars, but this is the essence of the Nattsmyg sound. It is at once mysterious and beautiful, conjuring up pictures of Swedish landscapes and folky rustic scenes. Apart from the sometimes-overenthusiastic keyboard sound I can find little to fault on this CD, rich in choruses and also musical interludes. A surprising pleasure.
Rating - 80/100
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