2026 – Target Audience Magazine

Album Review: Ironflame- “Worlds To Conquer”

Multi-instrumentalist Andrew D'Cagna offers a fresh batch of metal with Ironflame's sixth effort, Worlds To Conquer. Andrew did not record the album entirely on his own, as guitarists Jesse Scott…

Jerel Johnson August 9, 2026

Concert Coverage Gallery

Underground Music Showcase hits Denver- Photos

The Underground Music Showcase (UMS) was held over the weekend of July 24th-26th in Denver's Rino Art District, highlighting local and national acts across multiple stages. TAM photographer John Crist was there to capture the energetic performances!

John Crist July 28, 2026

Album Reviews

Album review: “White Shadows” by Master Massive

Swedish sextet Master Massive gather the spirit of Iron Maiden, Black Sabbath, Jethro Tull, Judas Priest, Candlemass and Dream Theater on its third release, White Shadows. The band's penchant for…

Jerel Johnson July 3, 2026

Concert Coverage

Taking Back Sunday celebrates 20 years of “Louder Now”

As Taking Back Sunday prepares to return to Warped Tour stages across the country this summer, the band's stop at House of Blues Myrtle Beach offered a preview of what's to come. Joined by Bayside, the night blended nostalgia, crowd favorites, and the enduring spirit of the scene that helped launch both bands more than twenty years ago.

Stephanie Wells June 22, 2026

Concert Announcements Previews

Concert Preview: Styx and Chicago – “The Windy Cities Tour” in Atlanta

Preview by Wes Toney

Jen Hues June 17, 2026

Album Reviews

Album review: “Epitome of Carnage” by Fleshcrawl

Some death metal bands are overlooked, including early bands and those with solid discographies. Germany's Fleshcrawl is among those bands, founded in 1991, with a sound that is largely influenced…

Jerel Johnson June 2, 2026

Music News new releases Videos

Evanescence Release Video for “Who Will You Follow”

Evanescence has released a video for the track "Who Will You Follow," from the band's forthcoming album Sanctuary, out June 5th on BMG. Check out the video, directed by Jensen…

Jen Hues May 15, 2026

Concert Coverage

Lorna Shore Deliver a Brutal and Emotional Performance at House of Blues Myrtle Beach

Lorna Shore transformed House of Blues Myrtle Beach into pure chaos with an emotionally devastating and sonically overwhelming performance that blurred the line between brutality and vulnerability. Supported by explosive sets from Signs of the Swarm and Paleface Swiss, the night delivered nonstop adrenaline, stunning visuals, and one of the most immersive live experiences in heavy music today.

Stephanie Wells May 14, 2026

Concert Coverage

Coheed and Cambria Bring a Neverender Spirit to The Senate in Columbia

From the very first notes of ‘In Keeping Secrets of Silent Earth: 3,’ The Senate erupted into absolute chaos. In a venue packed wall-to-wall with devoted fans, Coheed and Cambria transformed the intimate Columbia room into something massive, delivering an electrifying performance that felt both deeply personal and larger than life

Stephanie Wells May 13, 2026

Album Reviews

Album Review: “Forever Feared” by Eternal Evil

Eternal Evil returns with another maleficent metal tome since its 2023 release, The Gates Beyond Mortality. Forever Feared shows the band slightly deviating from the black metal influence from its…

Jerel Johnson May 9, 2026