Mad About Rock

  Megadeth discuss brewing with Black Sheep Brewery, the craft behind Rattlehead, and why great beer needs harmony as much as great music. Beneath the low hum of amplifiers and the buzz of anticipation ahead of their performance, Megadeth took a different kind of stage. Hosted by Phil Alexander, Global Creative Director, Kerrang!, at the O2 InterContinental Hotel, Dave Mustaine and the band gathered with members of the press to talk taste, craftsmanship and the art of brewing. At the heart of the conversation on October 26 was Megadeth Beer Co., the band’s brand new beer, created in collaboration with Black Sheep Brewery. The partnership has already seen success with Rattlehead IPA, Rattlehead Pilsner and Rattlehead IPA Zero, now available in 450 Tesco stores across the UK & online at megadethbeer.com When the conversation turned to the process of brewing, Mustaine’s respect for the craft was clear: “You have a recipe that’s a quality recipe. Those brewers are the rock stars...

  Metal band, Cage Fight, have released new single, ‘IHYG (I Hate Your Guts)’ with an accompanying music video – the lyrics are deeply personal for frontwoman, Rachel Aspe, detailing a bleak and traumatic experience. Listen to ‘IHYG’ here: cagefight.lnk.to/ihateyourguts Vocalist Rachel Aspe commented: “IHYG is a response to a deeply traumatic experience that had a life changing impact on me. It crushed my confidence and self-worth which spiralled me to rock bottom, but I've become stronger and more resilient than ever. This experience inspired me to write lyrics for the first time, resulting in this song. The video tells this story.” Guitarist, James Monteith, adds: “Since the release of our debut album we've been through some changes and significantly evolved as a unit. We've gotten to know each other much more musically and personally, and the result is a much more honed vision of Cage Fight. IHYG is the first taste of what's to come. We're also excited to final...

  SALT Brewery is thrilled to unveil a groundbreaking collaboration with legendary bands BULLET FOR MY VALENTINE and TRIVIUM. Together, they’re celebrating the 20th anniversaries of their iconic debut albums—The Poison and Ascendancy—with three limited-edition beers launching this December and January. This electrifying partnership coincides with the bands’ highly anticipated Poisoned Ascendancy World Tour kicking off in January 2025. Three Bold Brews Inspired by Metal Masterpieces: Each beer is a tribute to the groundbreaking energy and artistry of these seminal albums, crafted to resonate with the raw power of Bullet For My Valentine and Trivium’s music. ‘The Poison’ – 6.66% IPA A fierce homage to The Poison. This bold, hop-forward IPA delivers a devilishly delicious 6.66% ABV, with explosive tropical fruit notes and a dry, crisp finish. ‘Ascendancy’ – 4% Rice Lager Inspired by Ascendancy, this smooth, refreshing rice lager balances subtle bitterness with a clean, invigorating fi...

  Trooper Beer, the hugely successful and award-winning beer produced in collaboration between British music icons Iron Maiden and Stockport-based Robinsons Brewery, celebrates its 10th birthday this year on Tuesday 9th May, 2023. To celebrate the milestone, and the achievement of over 35 million pints sold worldwide, a brand new 10% ABV Trooper X Imperial Stout has been created by Bruce Dickinson and the Robinsons team. Each 660ml bottle of Trooper X comes in a presentation box and will be available to order online from IronMaiden.com and Drinks Aisle from 9th May. The new brew has again been created by Iron Maiden vocalist Bruce, alongside Robinsons’ Head Brewer Martyn Weeks. Martyn Weeks says: “Trooper X is packed full of roasted malt flavours which perfectly balance the complex and delicious aromas. This is the ultimate super smooth sharing beer which, if you can resist drinking straight away, will mature in the bottle and get even better with age." In further celebrations, th...