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Tales from a Metalhead: Chapter 32: Roll the Fire – Part 2

September 22, 2022 Stig G. Nordahl Leave a comment

While Roy Khan joined Kamelot, Tore Østby formed the band ARK back in 1999. I received the debut album with great interest, not only because Tore was one of the most exciting guitarists Norway had to offer in the genre, but he also had brought American drummer John Macaluso onboard.

Tales from a Metalhead

Tales from a Metalhead: Chapter 32: Roll the Fire – Part 1

September 21, 2022 Stig G. Nordahl Leave a comment

When I am asked about my favorite bands I always mention the ones that I feel deserve to have a bigger name in the business. One of these bands is Conception from… well, yes, my home country, Norway.

ROY KHAN/TORE ØSTBY (CONCEPTION): “The Band Never Split Up, It Was Just A Long Break”

April 28, 2019 Stig G. Nordahl Leave a comment

Conception just played two sold out comeback gigs in Norway. Metal Express Radio had a chat with Roy Khan and Tore Østby between the gigs. Listen to what they had to say about the comeback …READ MORE

RA’S DAWN – Scales Of Judgement

August 25, 2006 Frank Jaeger Leave a comment

Finally, after a couple of years in the underground, German Insider’s tip Ra’s Dawn got signed. Before going into detail, here’s the recap of what they did up to this point: They released a reasonable …READ MORE

ARK Audio Interview

April 8, 2001 Stig G. Nordahl Leave a comment

Interview with guitarist Tore Østby during the release of the band’s 2nd album “Burn The Sun”