Author: Metal Storm

Chicago Reader recently had a candid chat with Marduk, the iconic Swedish black metal band, ahead of their performance at Reggie’s. The band’s guitarist, Morgan Steinmeyer Hakansson, appeared surprisingly friendly and approachable offstage, a stark contrast to the intense persona often associated with black metal musicians. Memento Mori | $35.56 Reflecting on their first major…

Watain’s Seventh Album: The Agony and Ecstasy Unveiled

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Swedish black metal band Watain has unveiled their seventh album, The Agony and Ecstasy of Watain, showcasing a blend of tradition and innovation in the genre. Vocalist Erik Danielsson delves into the album’s concept, emphasizing the band’s exploration of emotional extremes synonymous with black metal’s essence. Metal Bands intended for YAMAY SW023 SW021 SW020 Watch…

Malevolence’s ‘Where Only The Truth Is Spoken’ Redefines Metal

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Malevolence, the British metal band, has solidified its place in the heavy music scene with the release of their fourth album, “Where Only The Truth Is Spoken.” The band’s relentless approach to creating music has garnered them a reputation for delivering sonic savagery over their 15-year career. With this latest album, Malevolence proves that they…

Rotting Christ Announces Live Album and Tour Dates

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Rotting Christ, the legendary metal band, has exciting news for fans with the announcement of their upcoming live album titled “35 Years Of Evil Existence – Live in Lycabettus.” The two-hour set was recorded at the Lycabettus Hill Theater in Athens, Greece, the band’s hometown. One of the lead singles from the album, “Kata Ton…

Album Review: Crestfallen Queen – Horns

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🎵 Tracklist: Track 1: Horns Track 2: Hand of Glory Track 3: Feral One Track 4: Wyllt Track 5: Arcane Sorcerer Pt. 1: Ode to Morrigan Track 6: Arcane Sorcerer Pt. 2: Wyrd’s Lament Track 7: Arcane Sorcerer Pt. 3: The Sorcerer 🎸 Album Review: **Album Review: ‘Horns’ by Crestfallen Queen** Crestfallen Queen’s latest offering,…

Chimaira Revives Iconic ‘Chimaira Christmas’ Concert Tradition After Hiatus

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Cleveland metal band Chimaira, known for their heavy hometown holiday shows, is set to revive their iconic “Chimaira Christmas” concert tradition after an 8-year hiatus. The event is scheduled for December 20 at The Agora Theatre, featuring opening acts 200 Stab Wounds and Nunslaughter. Tickets for the highly anticipated show will go on sale soon,…

Cradle of Filth Roars Back with 14th Studio Album

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Cradle of Filth, the renowned extreme metal band, has made a thunderous return with their 14th studio album, “The Screaming of the Valkyries,” released by Napalm Records. Following a three and a half-year gap since their previous album, the band continues to push boundaries in the realm of extreme metal. Formed in 1991, Cradle of…

Judas Priest Kicks Off Shield of Pain Tour in Finland

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Judas Priest launched their Shield of Pain tour with an electrifying performance in Turku, Finland, showcasing a setlist heavily influenced by their iconic Painkiller album. The band, known for their significant contributions to the heavy metal genre, delivered a memorable show that resonated with fans and critics alike. Bringing Metal to the Children: The Complete…

Jeff Becerra Chronicles Death Metal Origins and Evolution

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Jeff Becerra, the bassist/vocalist of the California-based metal band POSSESSED, shared insights into the origins and evolution of death metal in a recent interview. Becerra, who is credited with coining the term “death metal” in 1983, discussed the influence of Chuck Schuldiner, the mastermind behind DEATH, on the genre’s development. Metal Bands Compatible with Fitbit…

Behemoth Unveils 13th Album ‘The Sh*t Ov God’ Details

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Behemoth, the iconic Polish black metal band, has stirred excitement among fans with the announcement of their upcoming 13th album, boldly titled “The Sh*t Ov God.” The band’s frontman, Nergal, explains that the provocative title reflects their unapologetic and daring approach to their music. Opvs Contra Natvram (LP) | $64.98 The release of “The Sh*t…

Indian Band Wows America’s Got Talent with 80s Rock

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An Indian metal band, Girish and the Chronicles, amazed the audience with their 80s rock cover of Adele’s “Set Fire to the Rain” on America’s Got Talent. The band’s explosive performance received standing ovations and praise from judges and viewers alike. Their authentic rock spirit brought back the essence of 80s hard rock, surprising many…

Brutal Assault 2025: Epic Metal Festival Lineup Revealed

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Brutal Assault 2024 concluded, paving the way for the unveiling of the 2025 edition. The upcoming festival, scheduled for August 6-9 at Josefov Fortress in Jaroměř, Czech Republic, has already announced a lineup featuring renowned bands such as Gojira, Dimmu Borgir, Ministry, August Burns Red, and more. Eonian | $29.99 With a diverse roster that…

Russian Pagan Folk Legends Arkona Debut Australian Tour

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Arkona, the Russian Pagan Folk legends, are set to embark on their debut Australian tour in late September, presented by Hardline Media. Joining them on this mystical journey from the vast lands of Siberia are special guests Nytt Land, promising a Southern Ritual that will captivate audiences across Australia. Doomed Heavy Metal | $29.99 With…

Sleep Token’s Rise: Enigmatic Rockers Redefining Music Boundaries

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Sleep Token, the mysterious masked rockers, have taken the metal world by storm. Their recent headline performance at Download festival in Leicestershire marked a significant milestone in their rise to fame. The band’s fourth album, Even in Arcadia, soared to the top of the charts in both the US and UK, solidifying their status as…

Gorgoroth’s Instinctus Bestialis: Evolving Black Metal Legacy

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Gorgoroth, a prominent black metal band, has left an indelible mark on the genre with their iconic albums such as Pentagram, Antichrist, and In the Sign of Hell. These releases stand out as defining works in the band’s history, showcasing their raw and aggressive yet melodic style under the leadership of Infernus. However, in 2011,…

Album Review: Rival Sons – Pair Of Aces, Pt. 2

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🎵 Tracklist: Track 1: Get What’s Coming Track 2: Torture Track 3: Radio Track 4: Sleepwalker Track 5: Soul Track 6: Sacred Tongue 🎸 Album Review: **Album Review: ‘Pair Of Aces, Pt. 2’ by Rival Sons** Rival Sons have been a force to be reckoned with in the rock music scene for over a decade,…

Deliquesce Unleashes ‘Compound Dysphoria’ Ahead of Album Release

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Australian death metal band Deliquesce has recently released a new single titled “Compound Dysphoria,” featuring a collaboration with Sanguisugabogg. Hailing from Melbourne, the band is known for their intense and technical death metal sound. Having debuted in 2019, Deliquesce gained recognition with their album “Cursed With Malevolence” and are now gearing up for the release…

Album Review: Lastera – Rapture To Ruin

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🎵 Tracklist: Track 1: Cosmic Tranquility Track 2: Empyrean Light Track 3: Led Astray Track 4: Displaced By Dark Track 5: Bloodline 🎸 Album Review: Dutch black metal outfit Lastera has returned with their highly anticipated sophomore album, ‘Rapture To Ruin’, a mesmerizing and intense journey through the realms of cosmic mysticism and existential despair.…

Unveiling Extreme Metal: Beyond Controversy and Rebellion

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