The Metal Observer
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| The Metal Observer | |
|---|---|
| URL | The Metal Observer |
| Type of site | Music webzine |
| Owner | Alexander Melzer Valérie Melzer |
| Created by | Alexander Melzer |
| Launched | May 1, 2000 |
| Current status | Active |
The Metal Observer is an online magazine specialising in heavy metal music. The webzine is based in Alberta, Canada. It is "one of the world's longest-running metal web sites"[1] and has been recognised as "one of the top international online metal resources".[2]
[edit] History
The Metal Observer was first published in the German language when it was launched on May 1, 2000 but an English version arrived soon thereafter on May 26, 2000.[3] The magazine continues to publish material in both languages. In addition to the website, The Metal Observer also hosts a podcast[4] and a radio show in Austria.[5] In May 2001, the magazine established co-operations with magazines in Argentina, Brazil and Chile.[3] In 2005, The Metal Observer spearheaded the Whiplash Open-Air heavy metal concert festival in Strathmore, Alberta.[1]
The magazine has an international perspective and provides coverage of heavy metal bands from all over the world.[6] The staff members include representatives from Australia, Austria, Canada, Chile, Germany, Norway, Poland, South Africa, Sweden, United Kingdom, USA, and the Faroe Islands.[7]
[edit] References
- ^ a b Western Canada's First-Ever WHIPLASH OPEN-AIR FESTIVAL Scheduled For September. Blabbermouth.net (2005-06-12). Retrieved on 2008-05-31.
- ^ ANATA Podcast To Air This Week At THE METAL OBSERVER. Blabbermouth.net (2006-10-20). Retrieved on 2008-05-31.
- ^ a b History. The Metal Observer. Retrieved on 2008-05-31.
- ^ TMO podcasts. The Metal Observer. Retrieved on 2008-05-31.
- ^ Metal Observer on air (German). Radiofabrik.at. Retrieved on 2008-05-31.
- ^ World Metal Web. The Metal Observer. Retrieved on 2008-05-31.
- ^ The Brotherhood. The Metal Observer. Retrieved on 2008-05-31.
