Author: Metal Storm

Cult metal veterans Cirith Ungol returned in 2023 with a vengeance, unleashing their album Dark Parade upon the world. This offering marks their second since their reformation and proves the band hasn’t lost a step in their ability to craft crushing, atmospheric metal. Dark Parade is a stark departure from Cirith Ungol’s earlier fantasy-themed works.…

Overkill, the veteran thrash metal band from New Jersey, delivered a potent shot of aggression with their 20th studio album, “Scorched,” which arrived in April 2023. Marking their longest gap between albums (four years since “The Wings of War”), “Scorched” finds Overkill revitalized and recapture the intensity that made them thrash metal pioneers. The album…

🎵 Tracklist: Track 1: I Don’t Give a Shit Anymore Track 2: Let’s Go Track 3: Diagnosis Track 4: Lost My Mind Track 5: Blasted to the Moon Track 6: Something’s Going On Track 7: Reggie Track 8: Taco Bell Parking Lot Track 9: Look What Punk’s Done to You Track 10: Slugs 🎸 Album…

Canadian progressive death metal outfit Tomb Mold returned in 2023 with a bang, unleashing their fourth studio album, “The Enduring Spirit.” After a four-year hiatus following their critically acclaimed “Planetary Clairvoyance,” the band returns with a renewed sense of purpose, venturing into uncharted territories while retaining their signature sonic assault. “The Enduring Spirit” marks a…

Horrendous, the rising stars of progressive death metal, returned in 2023 with their critically acclaimed album, “Ontological Mysterium.” This record marked a turning point for the band, showcasing their ability to deliver a thrilling death metal experience while pushing the boundaries of the genre. “Ontological Mysterium” is a lean and mean album, clocking in at…

Chilean thrashers Demoniac return with their third album, “Nube Negra” (Spanish for “Dark Cloud”), a release that promises to be their darkest and most aggressive yet. Released in September 2023, the album marks a continuation of the band’s evolution, incorporating fresh elements alongside their signature thrash attack. “Nube Negra” boasts eight tracks clocking in at…

Australian black metal duo Spirit Possession return with their sophomore album, “Of the Sign…”, a nightmarish descent into the genre’s untamed origins. Following up on their well-received 2020 debut, the band, comprised of S. Peacock (Ulthar, Mastery) and A. Spungin (Vouna, ex-Insect Ark), delve deeper into the raw, lo-fi black metal sound, crafting an experience…

Canadian traditional metal outfit Smoulder set the underground ablaze in 2023 with their debut album, “Times of Obscene Evil and Wild Daring.” Now, they return even fiercer with their sophomore effort, “Violent Creed of Vengeance,” a scorching testament to epic heavy metal and doom influences. Released in April 2023, the album embodies the very concept…

Salt Lake City’s rising stars, Blood Star, have delivered a scorching debut album titled “First Sighting,” solidifying their place in the New Wave of Traditional Heavy Metal. Fronted by the formidable Madeline Smith and driven by guitarist Jamison Palmer (formerly of Visigoth), Blood Star wastes no time showcasing their brand of classic, riff-heavy metal with…

Nithing’s “Agonal Hymns,” released in June 2023, is a brutal and unrelenting assault on the senses. This album is not for the faint of heart, delving into dark and disturbing territory with both its lyrical themes and sonic assault. The album title, “Agonal Hymns,” hints at the suffering that awaits listeners. Agonal refers to the…

Five years in the making, Sulphur Aeon returns with their fourth studio album, “Seven Crowns and Seven Seals,” a descent into harrowing soundscapes inspired by the cosmic dread of H.P. Lovecraft. The album establishes its intent from the outset. “Sombre Tidings,” a brief intro track, sets the mood with an ominous atmosphere before erupting into…