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Rankin < Back Rankin’s sound combines the bluesy influence of thumping rock/metal legends like Motörhead and Down with a heavy dose of groove metal and a touch of sludge, thrash and alternative rock. The Malta-based band is comprised of Shaun Farrugia (Guitar), Gimli Ukkonen (Drums), James Byrne (Vocals) and Callum Hayden (Bass). The band was formed in 2018 after Shaun and James, who worked together as a graphic designer and content writer respectively, began jamming together with bassist Alex Lapinniemi (who stepped down and was replaced by Callum in 2022). After joining with drummer and former black metal vocalist Gimli in 2019, the band quickly took on a more solid shape as a serious metal outfit and their mixture of influences melded together to create a distinct dark and sludgy, but melodic, sound. The band used the Covid years to record their first album ‘Chrysalis’ with Clayton Cini of XIR Mobile Recording Studio and released it in April 2022. Band Members Callum Hayden Bass Callum Hayden Shaun Farrugia Guitars Shaun Farrugia Gimli Ukkonen Drums Gimli Ukkonen James Byrne Vocals James Byrne Discography Date Title Type Listen Buy the band's merch Follow the band Previous Band Next Band

Slit < Back Band Members Johann Formosa (Joker) Bass Johann Formosa (Joker) Daniel Said Drums Daniel Said Frank Calleja Vocals Frank Calleja Daniel Bezzina Guitar Daniel Bezzina Discography Date Title Type Listen Buy the band's merch Follow the band Previous Band Next Band

SOUL facebook.com < Back Band Members Russell Hammett Drummer Russell Hammett Kurt Cristina Guitarist Kurt Cristina Liam Mizzi Peplow Vocals, Guitars Liam Mizzi Peplow Christian Zammit Bass Christian Zammit Discography Date Title Type Listen Buy the band's merch Follow the band Previous Band Next Band

Saħħar < Back Saħħar started as the brainchild of Marton Saliba, with a focus on creating harsh and extreme music which coincided with Black Metal. Some of the tracks were raw and blast-beat fueled while others took a more mid-tempo approach while layered with synth and samples, and sometimes a blend in between. Saħħar’s first demo (Genesis of Demise) and album (Maġija Sewda) a year later were received locally and the greater underground scene in the myspace days with varied interest. Following a well-received split (Thine Triumphant Death) and subsequent album which was never truly released, Saħħar went on an indefinite hiatus. It was in 2013 that Saħħar came back with a vengeance with his folklore and mid-tempo and synth-heavy EP (Mera Mkissra). This was followed by a slew of EPs and Albums, averaging a release per year until 2020, the pandemic bringing everything to an unfortunate halt whilst still writing and preparing new music in the studio ready to be released at the opportune time. The album launch of the 2015 Album (Kruha u Kefrija) also marked the first of Saħħar’s live performances, which culminated in Opening/Supporting acts for Destroyer 666, Black Metal Legends Mayhem, and industrial titans Gothminister. During the pandemic, Saħħar was busy recording online shows for Malta's first online stream, Metal Injection’s ‘Slayathome’ series and the online festival Grimfest. In early 2020, Saħħar was nominated in the Malta Music Awards in the ‘Metal’ category and ‘Album in Maltese’ category. In late 2022, Saħħar embarked with a few trusted friends/session musicians on his first tour which spanned 9 consecutive days over 4 countries (Hungary, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Romania) resulting in a thrilling and quite successful adventure. Saħħar is best described as ‘Ruinous’ Black Metal, where it describes his inclusion of larger-than-life symphonies, contrasted with minimal, almost doom-like riffs, all the way up to tremolo-intense barrages to synth/sample ambient tracks, giving a wide range of black metal to be savoured in the 100+ song discography. Lyrical themes vary from occult/folklore fusion to the death of an individual to genocidal to misanthropic cataclysms. At the time of writing, Saħħar is open for booking both locally and overseas and is working on a new album which is tentatively scheduled for release in the 3rd quarter of 2023. As a person, Saħħar maintains a professional no-nonsense attitude while still remaining interactive and appreciative of fans and followers. Band Members Marton Saliba Vocals, Guitars Marton Saliba Discography Date Title Type Listen Buy the band's merch Follow the band Previous Band Next Band

Oblique Visions facebook.com/0bliquevisions/ < Back Band Members Jeffrey Bugeja Guitars Jeffrey Bugeja Frank Pizzo Guitars Frank Pizzo Conrad Borg Vocals Conrad Borg Conrad "Twister" Attard Drums Conrad "Twister" Attard Brian Sammut Bass Brian Sammut Discography Date Title Type Listen Buy the band's merch Band T-Shirt | Oblique Visions More Details Logo T-Shirt | Oblique Visions More Details Out of Darkness [CD] | Oblique Visions More Details Follow the band Previous Band Next Band

Poġġi < Back Poġġi is an instrumental post-rock band from Malta with a melancholic ambiance and atmospheric sounds. It was formed in 2020 by Nicholas Massa and Maurovic Cachia, both playing guitar. In 2021, Poġġi's first album 'Tfulija' (Childhood), was released, featuring duo guitar melodies, based on the first 7 chapters of the Maltese Psychological Triller 'Jien, l-Univers', written by Nicholas Massa. Shortly after the release of 'Tfulija', 2 new band member joined Poġġi, Malcolm Abdilla on keyboard and Mark Zerafa on drums. In 2022, Poġġi's 2nd album 'Dwal u Forom' (Light and Forms) was released, featuring 4 songs, each song written and conceptualized by each band member. 'Dwal u Forom' was performed and recorded Live, in Poġġi's debut performance, and was also partially performed at a 2nd Live performance at the end of 2022 Band Members Discography Date Title Type Listen Buy the band's merch Follow the band Previous Band Next Band

SK2M < Back SK2M Fusion takes its name from the initials of its members — Simon, Karl, Mark, and Melchior. The band was formed in 2025, bringing together four accomplished musicians who have collaborated in various musical settings over the years. Each member contributes a wealth of experience drawn from jazz, fusion, and contemporary music, combining their individual voices into a unified sound that is both energetic and refined. Our repertoire features original compositions from Simon Sammut’s albums alongside reimagined jazz standards, presented through the group’s distinctive fusion lens. The result is music that balances strong rhythmic foundations with melodic interplay and improvisational freedom. SK2M Fusion represents an ongoing musical journey — one built on shared chemistry, mutual respect, and a passion for creating fresh, dynamic interpretations within the ever-evolving language of jazz. Band Members Karl Galea Guitarist Karl Galea Simon Sammut Composer, Bass Simon Sammut Melchior Busuttil Drums Melchior Busuttil Discography Date Title Type Listen Buy the band's merch Follow the band Previous Band Next Band

Haine facebook.com/official.haine < Back Deathcore act Haine was established in the fall of 2017. The band's mission statement was simple; forgo all preconceived notions and pre-existing scene stereotypes to create their own brand of extreme music. Haine's sound was moulded by influences from a vast variety of musical genres, resulting in a deeply layered sound combining heavy grooves and crushing breakdowns, punctuated by melodic overtones. Haine released their first three singles, 'This Darkness', 'Our Own Messiahs' and 'I, Empyreal' in 2018 with the intention of showcasing the band's sound. These were soon followed by a fourth single and first music video, 'Breeding Falsity' in 2019. At the end of 2019, the band started planning and pre-production for its debut self-titled EP release. The EP was recorded by David Depasquale at SpineSplitter Studio in the summer of 2020, and its first single 'Burn it Down' was released in the November that followed. Its accompanying music video was met with high praise, with Deathcore giants Shadow of Intent joining the fold by reacting to it on a live stream. Following this, the EP was released on the 6th of January, 2021, with excellent feedback coming from the local scene. This release also allowed them to start networking beyond our shores, on the international scene. During 2023, Haine will also be recording their first full-length album, which will consist of 10 tracks. The band is currently handling pre-production prior to entering the studio, and the album will be a step forward in the musical trajectory of Haine’s sound. Band Members Liam Coleiro Guitars Liam Coleiro Claudio Toscano Bass Claudio Toscano Jack Aron Pisani Guitars Jack Aron Pisani Chris Bonello Guitars, Vocals Chris Bonello Konrad Saliba Drums Konrad Saliba Discography Date Title Type Listen Buy the band's merch Haine Emblem Long-Sleeved T-Shirt [Black/Green] | Haine More Details Haine Emblem T-Shirt [Black/Purple] | Haine More Details Haine Emblem T-Shirt [White/Red] | Haine More Details Follow the band Previous Band Next Band

Repugnance Modern Tribe Photography < Back Band Members Ayrton Muscat Bass Ayrton Muscat Daniel Dean Kingswell Guitars Daniel Dean Kingswell George Gauci Guitars George Gauci Roderick Mifsud Vocals Roderick Mifsud Konrad Saliba Drums Konrad Saliba Discography Date Title Type Listen Buy the band's merch Follow the band Previous Band Next Band

Moñkey Riot < Back Milan based Rock band. Drawing inspiration from their diverse backgrounds, Kelly Busuttil (lead singer), and Fabio Carraffa (lead guitar) have joined forces to craft a fresh and original mix of Rock, Metal, Progressive and Alternative genres. Their music defies categorisation, as they strive to break free from conventions and carve their own unique path in the industry. Originally formed as a four-piece band, the band has undergone a transformative journey, refining their sound and vision to create something bigger. With their debut album ‘THE CIRCLE’ recently released, Monkey Riot has already begun to make waves with their innovative approach. The album is currently being played on radio stations in Malta, Belgium, Italy and the UK. After travelling to the USA to promote their album, they carry with them the hopes and dreams of a band that is unafraid to challenge the status quo and forge their own path. They have recently started working with a new drummer (Gabriele Tortora) and bassist (Giuseppe Labruzzo) so as to return to a full band formation. Band Members Giuseppe Labruzzo Bass Giuseppe Labruzzo Gabriele Tortora Drums Gabriele Tortora Fabio Carraffa Guitarist Fabio Carraffa Kelly Busuttil Vocals Kelly Busuttil Discography Date Title Type Listen Buy the band's merch Follow the band Previous Band Next Band

Reload MT < Back Formed in November 2024, RELOAD MT is a dynamic three-piece blues and rock band based in Malta. The group consists of Isaac Azzopardi (lead guitarist and main vocalist), Jake Azzopardi (bassist, backing vocalist, and keyboardist), and Aiden Bondin (drummer). Despite their recent formation, the band has already performed three times at Muddy Waters, twice at Wild Honey Valletta, and once at 97 noted steadily building a strong reputation in the local music scene. The three musicians first crossed paths in 2023 when they started playing together in their former school band, Electric Echoes, which went on to perform on the prestigious Sanremo stage. However, after a few months, the group disbanded, with Isaac, Jake, and Aiden continuing to perform together at notable events such as X Factor Malta 2024 and Earth Garden Festival 2024. Prior to becoming RELOAD MT, the trio performed under the name SUP3RSONIC, a four-piece band with an additional rhythm guitarist and lead vocalist. However, just a week before their first gig at Muddy Waters in November 2024, their fourth member departed, leaving Isaac, Jake, and Aiden to carry on as a trio. Rising to the challenge, they rebranded as RELOAD MT and successfully debuted at Muddy Waters. Since then, the band has been securing multiple performance opportunities and expanding their reach. Currently, RELOAD MT is preparing for their new upcoming performances which include Lemon & Lime Pub, Earth Garden Festival 2025 and many others With an increasing number of performance opportunities and a growing fan base, RELOAD MT is trying to start a steady rise in Malta’s music scene. As they gear up for even more new gigs, the band remains focused on refining their craft, expanding their original repertoire, and striving for even greater success. For blues and rock enthusiasts, RELOAD MT is definitely a band to watch out for in 2025 since a lot of gigs are coming up! Stay tuned for their upcoming performances and future projects! Band Members Aiden Bondin Drummer Aiden Bondin Jake Azzopardi Bassist | Keyboardist Jake Azzopardi Issac Azzopardi Guitarist | Singer Issac Azzopardi Discography Date Title Type Listen Buy the band's merch Follow the band Previous Band Next Band

Outbound < Back OutBound is a Maltese alternative rock band known for their raw energy, heartfelt songwriting, and dynamic live performances. Formed in November 2022 after an impromptu gig at Wild Honey Bar in Valletta, the original lineup featured Steve Galea (guitar), Catherine Gatt (vocals), Louie Farrugia (drums), and Mikhail Farrugia (bass). What began as a spontaneous performance quickly evolved into a full-fledged band driven by a shared passion for music. Drawing inspiration from iconic rock acts such as Red Hot Chili Peppers, Arctic Monkeys, The Police, The Killers, and U2, OutBound carved a space for themselves on the local scene. Gigging extensively across Malta and Gozo at renowned venues like Exiles, La Bottega, Zion Reggae Bar, Crossroads Spinola, Front Gozo, Thirsty Barber, and the Corinthia Hotel, the band steadily built a loyal fanbase through high-energy sets and a growing social media presence. The band found its creative sanctuary in "Nannu Mike's" basement in St. Julian’s, which became their main rehearsal space and songwriting hub. It was in this cozy, underground setting that they wrote their first original song, Nothing Comes Easy—a title that would later echo the band’s own journey through artistic and personal challenges. Following a busy summer of performances and songwriting in 2023, the band faced internal creative differences, leading to a temporary split in late 2024. A rejected recording offer and diverging artistic directions caused the pause—but not for long. In February 2024, OutBound reformed with a refreshed lineup: Steve Galea (guitar), Catherine Gatt (vocals), Louie Farrugia (drums), and newcomer Matthew Drago on bass. This second chapter marked a turning point, as the band teamed up with producer Chris Gatt to begin recording their long-awaited original material, with band members also stepping in as co-producers. Their debut single Nothing Comes Easy was sent to the U.S. for mixing and mastering by two heavyweights in the industry—Grammy-winning mixing engineer Matt Wallace (Maroon 5 – Songs About Jane), who praised the song's "muscular and melodic, powerful sound," and mastering legend Dave Collins (Soundgarden – Superunknown). The result is a track that captures OutBound’s essence: gritty, emotional, and relentlessly determined. Released on March 19, 2025, Nothing Comes Easy is a powerful anthem of perseverance and passion—a musical reflection of the band’s commitment to staying authentic and resilient. The song’s message encourages listeners to pursue their dreams despite setbacks, a sentiment born directly from the band’s lived experience. OutBound is currently back in the studio working on new material and preparing for more collaborations with Wallace, Collins, and Chris Gatt. With their debut single setting the tone, the band is poised to take their sound to even greater heights. Band Members Matthew Drago Bassist Matthew Drago Louie Farrugia Drummer Louie Farrugia Catherine Gatt Singer Catherine Gatt Steve Galea Guitarist Steve Galea Discography Date Title Type Listen Buy the band's merch Follow the band Previous Band Next Band

Mur.Doc 104 < Back Founded in 2015, Mur.Doc 104 is a 5-piece old-school thrash metal band from Malta influenced by the Bay Area Movement of the 80s, citing bands like Exodus, Death Angel, Forbidden & Hirax as main influences. The band was founded by guitarists Joseph and Steven (Animamortua), with Oliver (A Black White Satellite) joining soon after on drums and Andrew on bass. In 2017, Luke (Killerwitch) joined the band as frontman to complete the line-up Since their first show in 2018, Mur.Doc 104 were called in to play all major local metal events & festivals and have shared the stage with various international acts including Leprous, Omnium Gatherum, Kryptos, Insulter & Doomas amongst others. In 2019, the band parted ways with founding member Steven, later to be replaced by Shaun (Rankin/ Ex-Pupi tal-Loghob) on guitars in 2020, then in 2022, Sean (Sonic Storm/ Psychopath/ Zabbeth) took over bass duties instead of Andrew, thus completing the line-up as it is today. Mur.Doc 104 released their first song titled Insolenza in peak COVID pandemic as an ode to the dour times the nation was going through, and the inconsistencies witnessed by the common people. They later re-released an English version of the song (titled Reign of the Dead) for their international fans. Band Members Joseph Marmara Guitars Joseph Marmara Luke Debono Vocals Luke Debono Sean Attard Bass Sean Attard Shaun Farrugia Guitars Shaun Farrugia Oliver Perez Drummer Oliver Perez Discography Date Title Type Listen Buy the band's merch Logo Patch | Mur.Doc 104 More Details The Undying [CD] | Mur.Doc 104 More Details The Undying Patch | Mur.Doc 104 More Details Follow the band Previous Band Next Band

R.A.S - Rage Against Society < Back The band was formed by Ray Schembri (gtr/vox) and Jason Mizzi (bass) back in September 1995 and a few months later Ray Micallef joined in on drums. Along the years there were many lineup changes, which reflected also in the music style which varied from Punk Rock to more aggressive Hardcore and anarcho punk genre. Lyrically R.A.S. speak out against all forms of oppression and most of the songs are a loud protest full of angst and rebellion. The band released a demo tape in 2000 titled 'Shameless Music' and in 2010 titled '15 Years Of Kaos' and in 2015 the CD 'Rezistenza' which is all in Maltese language. R.A.S. took part in many gigs and festivals around Malta and Gozo during the years and also supported some foreign acts from time to time. Band Members Selene Vella Vocals Selene Vella Justin Baz Zaz Borg Bass Justin Baz Zaz Borg Genżora Riot Guitars Genżora Riot Ray "il-bahri" Xkembri Vocals, Guitars Ray "il-bahri" Xkembri Steve Lombardo Drums Steve Lombardo Discography Date Title Type Listen Buy the band's merch Follow the band Previous Band Next Band

Psychopath < Back Band Members Sean Attard Bass Sean Attard Discography Date Title Type Listen Buy the band's merch Logo Patch | Psychopath More Details Teratogenesis [CD] | Psychopath More Details Follow the band Previous Band Next Band

Pilgrimage @Bloodography < Back Band Members Dario Pace Taliana Vocals Dario Pace Taliana Zain Gauci Drums, Vocals, Guitars Zain Gauci Eric Hazebroek Guitars Eric Hazebroek Emanuel Portelli Guitar Emanuel Portelli Sean Pollacco Bass Sean Pollacco Dino Mifsud Lepre Drums Dino Mifsud Lepre Discography Date Title Type Listen Buy the band's merch Follow the band Previous Band Next Band

Motherknives < Back Motherknives is a four-piece band emerging from the basement garage, carving out a sound that is both raw and cinematic. The lineup features Francesca Mercieca on vocals and keys, Quentin Falzon on drums, Steve Shaw on bass, and Tony Bartolo on guitar. Drawing from 90s underground influences, the band blends elements of 80s goth, heavy rock riffs, pop-like melodies, and trip-hop atmospheres, creating a style that is grounded in alternative grit yet driven by melody. Motherknives made their debut live appearance at Rock The South festival in 2025, marking the beginning of their presence on the local music scene. Band Members Tony Bartolo Guitarist Tony Bartolo Quentin Falzon Drummer Quentin Falzon Francesca Mercieca Singer Francesca Mercieca Steve Shaw Bass Steve Shaw Discography Date Title Type Listen Buy the band's merch Follow the band Previous Band Next Band

Maleth Crucis Maria Catania < Back Maleth Crucis is a death metal band from Malta, formed in June 2020 by Carlo Calamatta (song writer & guitarist) and Michael Grech Sammut (vocals). The band soon enrolled Joseph Camilleri (Bass) after the name Maleth Crucis was baptised. The name Maleth Crucis comes from both Phoenician and Latin language. Maleth is the name given to our country, Malta, during the Carthaginians rule around the year 480 B.C. The name Crucis is the Latin word for Cross which is directly linked to the knights of Saint John. The band will take you into a journey of different stages of the Maltese history throughout the Punic period, Byzantine rule, Arab period, Norman Kingdom of Sicily rule, the Knights of St. John, the French and British occupation and enticing legends related to Malta. Band Members Michael Grech Sammut Vocals Michael Grech Sammut Joseph Camilleri Vocals, Guitars Joseph Camilleri Carlo Calamatta Vocals, Guitars Carlo Calamatta Discography Date Title Type Listen Buy the band's merch Follow the band Previous Band Next Band

Noogie's Crew < Back Noogie’s Crew was the dream of Nigel ‘Noogie’ Buttigieg, who at the age of sixteen, wanted to form a Hard Rock / Heavy Metal band with the intention of providing the rock scene a different sound, a sound that merged old school rock melodies and riffs with the rougher edges of modern metal. So when Noogie, on guitars and lead vocals, was joined by Charles Buttigieg and drummer Mario Dalli, they hit the ground running writing songs for Noogie’s Crew. Initially they perfomed as a trio, but in 2011 they were joined by guitarist Clive Brincat, playing at available musical venues on the Maltese islands. Another differnet thing in Noogie’s Crew was that both Charles and Mario did backing vocals to support Noogie in creating a differnet sound. In 2012, when Clive left the band, Noogie decided to concentrate more on his other venture, Infinite Loop . Noogie’s Crew took form again in 2017 , initially again as the original trio, when the first self-titled EP Noogie’s Crew, was recorded. In 2017 the band was joined by David Cassar Torreggiani on lead guitar, particpating in festivals, one of which was headlined by Blaze Bailey at the Orpheum in Gzira. When David Cassar Torrgiani decided to move on, Jonathan Camilleri joined the crew. With the inclusion of Jonathan, the band continued to improve its song writing abilites and gig performances. In 2019 the band supported Dee Snider, Kryptos and Kiss Forever. 2019 was also the year when Noogie’s Crew launched a full album entitled ‘ Till Dark Returns’. This was an album that had something to offer to all types of metalheads; classic rock sounds, headbanging riffs plus speed, tightness, power and melody. An album that was given rave reviews by foreign rock magazines and podcasts. Noogie’s Crew did their last gig on 30th October 2021, when Noogie and Jonathan both separately decided to continue their musical life in different form. Band Members Mario Dalli Drums Mario Dalli Charles Buttigieg Bass Charles Buttigieg Nigel 'Noogie' Buttigieg Vocals, Guitars Nigel 'Noogie' Buttigieg Jonathan Camilleri Guitars Jonathan Camilleri Discography Date Title Type Listen Buy the band's merch Follow the band Previous Band Next Band

Martyrium martyrium.co < Back Hailing from small Malta, an island nestled in the very heart of the Mediterranean, MartYriuM was forged in the year 1999 from the dying embers of the second wave of Black Metal – quick to grasp its own sound and ground, the band took fire and ignited a wick of relentless shows on its home turf, promptly working on and finally exploding its first album in 2002 entitled ‘Withering in Voluptuous Embrace’, a release that sent shockwaves through the at-the-time unprepared and unaccustomed local scene. ‘Withering’ in name only, the album swiftly became favorite fodder to hungry crowds during bloody shows, and remains so to this very day. Aptly named ‘The Carnage Lit By Darkness’ saw its light in 2005, a light that shone new aural darkness in the band’s sound; drawing blood from its predecessor, this second blast of symphonic black metal was laced and graced with the industrial elements for which MartYriuM would start to be know for. ‘Carnage’ was what first put the band on international ears and eyes, received and selling well, summoning metal hearts and minds to get in touch. The album is a sought-after release for both fans and those who crave such sinister and gothic orchestrations, and has been re-released on many occasions. Many gigs under their studded belts and the murderous ‘Awakening the Ancient’ followed suit in 2010, ushering the horde into a finer decade of musical endeavors and the more experimental ‘Destiny Wore A Bondage Mask’ in 2015 – by now and on the warpath, the band was spreading the word of Satan across countless European shows and building up a solid reputation as a hellish live act.Back to present day, its third decade on Earth and riding on the graciously received ‘Lamia Satanica’ as their fifth infernal vexilla regis, MartYriuM stands ready like a beast, angrily biting this pandemic leash to be unleashed from plague unto a new era of glorious shows and the ravening wings of the true Black Death! Band Members Lilith Macabre Vocals Lilith Macabre Oliver M Grech Bass Oliver M Grech David Pulis Keyboards David Pulis Andrew Baldacchino Guitars Andrew Baldacchino Discography Date Title Type Listen Buy the band's merch Follow the band Previous Band Next Band