Author: Metal Storm
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Jag Panzer Returns with Vengeance in “The Hallowed”
Jag Panzer, a titan of American heavy metal, has stormed back onto the scene with their latest offering, “The Hallowed,” released in June 2023. This album marks a powerful return to form, showcasing the band’s signature blend of soaring vocals, pummeling riffs, and epic storytelling. “The Hallowed” wastes no time in flexing its metallic muscle.…
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Album Review: Honeymoon Suite – Alive
🎵 Tracklist: Track 1: Alive Track 2: Find What You’re Looking For Track 3: Done Doin Me Track 4: Not Afraid to Fall Track 5: Tell Me What You Want Track 6: Give It All Track 7: Love Comes Track 8: Broken Track 9: Livin Out Loud Track 10: Does’t Feel That Way 🎸 Album…
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Black Magic Conjures Aural Assault: A Review of Ruïm – Black Royal Spiritism – I. O Sino da Igreja
Ruïm, the brainchild of black metal veteran Blasphemer (Mayhem, Aura Noir), unleashes a potent debut album, “Black Royal Spiritism – I. O Sino da Igreja.” This offering transcends traditional black metal, weaving a tapestry of blistering aggression, haunting atmosphere, and unexpected melody. The album opens with the epic “Blood.Sacrifice.Enthronement,” a microcosm of Ruïm’s approach. The…
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Album Review: Illumishade – Another Side Of You
🎵 Tracklist: Track 1: Enter the Void Track 2: ELEGY Track 3: ENEMY Track 4: In the Darkness Track 5: Cloudreader Track 6: Here We Are Track 7: CYCLONE Track 8: Fairytale Track 9: The Horizon Awaits Track 10: HYMN 🎸 Album Review: Swiss symphonic metal band Illumishade has once again captivated listeners with their…
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A History of Profiler
Profiler: Unraveling the Legacy of the Pioneering Metal Band Profiler, a powerhouse in the metal music scene, emerged in the late 1980s as a force to be reckoned with. The band’s unique blend of thrash metal, groove, and technical prowess set them apart from their peers and solidified their place in metal history. Formed in…
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Album Review: Dopelord- Songs for Satan
🎵 Tracklist: Track 1: Intro Track 2: Night of the Witch Track 3: The Chosen One Track 4: One Billion Skulls Track 5: Evil Spell Track 6: Worms Track 7: Return to the Night of the Witch 🎸 Album Review: Dopelord, the Polish stoner/doom metal quartet, has returned with their latest offering ‘Songs for Satan’,…
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Alice Cooper Returns to Detroit with Raucous “Breadcrumbs” EP
Alice Cooper throws it back to his roots with the release of “Breadcrumbs,” a six-song EP that pays homage to the gritty garage rock scene of his Detroit stomping grounds. Originally a limited-edition vinyl release in 2019, “Breadcrumbs” has been re-released on CD in April 2024, complete with bonus tracks to entice longtime fans. The…
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Album Review: Ihsahn – Ihsahn
🎵 Tracklist: Track 1: Cervus Venator Track 2: The Promethean Spark Track 3: Pilgrimage to Oblivion Track 4: Twice Born Track 5: A Taste of the Ambrosia Track 6: Anima Extraneae Track 7: Blood Trails to Love Track 8: Hubris and Blue Devils Track 9: The Distance Between Us Track 10: At the Heart of…
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Deicide: Still Spewing Venom on “Banished By Sin”
Floridian death metal veterans Deicide return with their 13th studio album, “Banished By Sin,” a release that proves they haven’t mellowed with age. If anything, they’ve gotten even more blasphemous. Deicide has always been a band known for their uncompromising brutality and anti-Christian lyrics. “Banished By Sin” doesn’t deviate from this formula. Songs like “Bury…
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A History of The Requiem
Title: Unveiling the Dark Legacy: The History of Metal Band The Requiem In the heart of the underground metal scene, a band emerged in the early 2000s that would come to be known as a force to be reckoned with in the world of extreme music – The Requiem. With their dark and visceral sound,…
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Spiritbox Soars with Emotion and Brutality on “Eternal Blue”
Canadian metal outfit Spiritbox makes a strong case for being the next big thing in the genre with their debut album, “Eternal Blue.” Fronted by the captivating Courtney LaPlante, Spiritbox blends elements of metalcore, progressive metal, and even pop into a sound that is both catchy and crushing. “Eternal Blue” is an emotional rollercoaster ride.…
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A History of Rick Wakeman
Rick Wakeman is a name that immediately conjures up images of virtuosic keyboard playing and iconic contributions to progressive rock. While primarily known for his work as a solo artist and as a member of the legendary rock band Yes, Wakeman also has a lesser-known but equally impressive history as a key player in the…
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Darkthrone Beckons Listeners with Unpredictable Journey on “It Beckons Us All”
Norwegian black metal pioneers Darkthrone continue their genre-hopping odyssey with “It Beckons Us All,” their twentieth studio album. This latest release defies easy categorization, offering a smorgasbord of influences that will surprise even the most die-hard fans. Gone are the days of the raw, icy black metal of their early albums. “It Beckons Us All”…