I first saw Avatar perform at the Welcome to Rockville festival in Jacksonville back in 2018. Playing a mid afternoon set in the Florida heat the Swedish group led by vocalist Johannes Eckerstrom made quite an impression with their music and stage show. I was excited about seeing them perform in an intimate venue like the Paradise Rock Club. My son Jagger and I got there early and took a spot next to the sound […]
Out of Nowhere is an Iranian metalcore band that has been rocking the Persian peninsula for over a decade. The oppressive regime of the Islamic Republic of Iran has made heavy music illegal inside the country and metal bands often get arrested for their endeavors. However, regardless of the risk of being imprisoned, Out of Nowhere have actively been releasing music and playing live shows. The band states: “We started 15 years ago in one […]
