Bear Reviews Music!

After a decade of music journalism for Musicalypse and Tuonela Magazine that started in 2011 and continues to this day, I’ve developed a love of writing critical analyses of things that interest me. Please enjoy everything from live reports and album reviews, and even the occasional monthly collections of featured singles!

My goal, as a critical reviewer, is not to trash people’s work, because effort deserves respect. I try my best to be objective, while still sharing my personal feelings based on my own experiences. 

FESTIVAL REPORT: Tuska Festival 2025
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FESTIVAL REPORT: Tuska Festival 2025

For the first time in 13 years, Bear had to miss Tuska Festival, so she deputized Anna S. and ScarletMemory Photography! From sizzling street food to soaring guitar solos, Tuska Festival 2025 delivered its signature blend of mainstream metal madness. This report covers not just the music, but the full experience of what it felt like to be there. Whether you're here for the pit or the people, here's everything you need to know about Helsinki’s biggest and heaviest weekend!

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What Happened to Turisas?
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What Happened to Turisas?

Have you ever wondered what happened to Turisas? Me too! So since I’ve worked in the Finnish metal industry for over 10 years, I keep my ears open for any news on this particular subject. So here are my theories (and a few truths) and what happened to Turisas.

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