Features
King Diamond: Mastering Horror Storytelling in Heavy Metal
With chilling narratives, ghostly vocals, and a gothic stage persona, King Diamond fused horror with heavy metal to…
30 October 2024
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Writer & Editor
Jacob
Jacob is a writer and editor at Tune Tempest with a particular love of progressive rock, art rock and artists who push beyond conventional boundaries. From landmark albums to overlooked corners of an artist’s catalogue, his writing explores the stories, ideas and creative decisions behind the music.
Musical DNA
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Genres I Write About
Progressive Rock, Art Rock, Alternative
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Favourite Artist
Kate Bush
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Favourite Album
The Dreaming - Kate Bush
“I’m drawn to music that feels ambitious, emotional and a little different — albums that reveal something new every time you return to them.
Areas of Coverage
Progressive Rock
Art Rock
Alternative
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Latest from Jacob
70's
Album Review: Goblin’s Suspiria
Goblin's Suspiria is a chilling exploration of sound that transcends typical horror scores. With haunting melodies, avant-garde textures,…
30 October 2024
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Echoes & Insights
Music of the Spheres: Alien Influence and Cosmic Horror in Music
What if music could channel messages from alien realms or even awaken cosmic horrors?
29 October 2024
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Echoes & Insights
How Alfred Hitchcock Used Sound to Amplify Fear in Film
Alfred Hitchcock redefined horror through sound, turning silence, unsettling scores, and distorted effects into tools of terror.
28 October 2024
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featured
How Black Sabbath’s Debut Album Birthed Heavy Metal
Released in 1970, Black Sabbath’s debut album wasn’t just a record—it was a revolution.
28 October 2024
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Features
Horror’s Influence on Metal: Dark Themes and Aesthetic
Horror and metal music are inseparable, united by dark themes, eerie aesthetics, and a defiance of the mainstream.
28 October 2024
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Artist Spotlight
Artist Spotlight: Public Service Broadcasting
Public Service Broadcasting isn’t your average band. Through a blend of archival audio, live instruments, and history-infused narratives,…
28 October 2024
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70's
Album Review: Black Sabbath
In their self-titled debut, Black Sabbath didn’t just create an album—they forged the blueprint for heavy metal. With…
28 October 2024
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Echoes & Insights
The Mysterious Death of Brian Jones: Conspiracy and Tragedy
Brian Jones, the brilliant yet troubled founder of The Rolling Stones, died under mysterious circumstances in 1969. Officially…
26 October 2024
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