Author: Metal Storm

🎵 Tracklist: Track 1: Rise From the Ashes Track 2: Swallowed by Hell Track 3: Bloody Floors Track 4: Burn Pit Track 5: Fear Incarnate Track 6: Fuck Them All Track 7: Bleed Them Dry Track 8: Pine Tuxedo Track 9: Killer Instinct Track 10: Psychosis 🎸 Album Review: Morbid Saint is a name that…

Hailing from the Adirondack Mountains, one-man black metal project Blackbraid unleashed its sophomore album, “Blackbraid II,” in July 2023. This followup to the self-titled debut builds upon the artist’s foundation of passionate and intense black metal, infused with a distinctly Native American atmosphere. Evolution and Expansion Reviews hail “Blackbraid II” as a significant step forward.…

Finnish melodic death metal titans Insomnium returned in 2023 with their ninth studio album, “Anno 1696,” a harrowing concept piece inspired by a period of immense hardship in Scandinavia. Building upon the critical acclaim of their previous releases, “Anno 1696” delves into the despair and desolation of the late 17th century, a time marked by…

Swedish black metal veterans Marduk unleashed their fifteenth studio album, “Memento Mori,” in September 2023. The title, a Latin phrase translating to “remember you must die,” sets the tone for this offering – a potent exploration of mortality and oblivion. “Memento Mori” doesn’t stray far from Marduk’s signature sound. Blazing riffs, Daniel Rostén’s venomous rasps,…

Swedish heavy metal veterans Katatonia released their twelfth studio album, Sky Void of Stars, to critical acclaim in January 2023. The album marked a turning point for the band, navigating the emotional and creative challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. Sky Void of Stars takes a thematic detour from Katatonia’s usual melancholic explorations. The…

Eight years after their critically-acclaimed debut, British death metal outfit Cruciamentum has returned with a vengeance. Their sophomore album, “Obsidian Refractions,” proves to be a worthy follow-up, pushing the boundaries of their already formidable sound. The album isn’t just a continuation; it’s a culmination. Cruciamentum, now featuring a new lineup with American drummer Matt Heffner…

Just a year after their critically acclaimed “Morbidly Triumphant,” death metal legends Autopsy return with another gruesome masterpiece: “Ashes, Organs, Blood, and Crypts.” This isn’t a sophomore slump; it’s a masterclass in brutality, proving the band hasn’t lost a single step in their decades-long career. The album title itself is a macabre statement of intent.…

Norwegian extreme metal veterans Enslaved unleashed their sixteenth studio album, “Heimdal,” on March 3, 2023, via Nuclear Blast. This release marked a turning point for the band, showcasing their continued evolution and fearless experimentation. While Enslaved built their foundation on black metal, “Heimdal” ventures far beyond those roots. The album is a genre-bending exploration, incorporating…

German speed metallers Cruel Force returned in 2023 with a vengeance, unleashing their latest album “Dawn of the Axe” upon the world. This release marked a triumphant comeback for the band, showcasing their continued dedication to high-octane shredding while incorporating some surprising twists and turns. “Dawn of the Axe” wastes no time in setting the…

Richmond, Virginia’s Enforced emerged as a force to be reckoned with in the crossover thrash scene with their debut album “At the Walls.” Their sophomore effort, “War Remains,” released in April 2023, cements their status as modern thrash royalty. Building on the foundation laid by “Kill Grid,” “War Remains” takes a more focused approach, channeling…

Japanese power metal outfit Lovebites roared back onto the scene in February 2023 with their triumphant fourth album, “Judgement Day.” Marking the band’s first release since the departure of co-founder and bassist Miho in 2022, the album introduces their new bassist Fami and proves to be their strongest effort yet, both critically and commercially. “Judgement…