Category: Albums

Sühnopfer, the French black metal project masterminded by Ardraos, returns with their latest release, Nous sommes d’hier. Known for blending the ferocity of black metal with the melodic intricacies of classical music and medieval influences, Sühnopfer’s new album is a testament to the project’s artistic growth and Ardraos’s impressive multi-instrumental talents. With Nous sommes d’hier,…

Vortize, the emerging force in the Latin American metal scene, has delivered a potent and uncompromising record with their latest release, Desde Bajo Tierra. This album, which translates to “From Underground,” not only reflects their geographical roots but also their deep connection to the raw and unfiltered energy of underground metal. With this release, Vortize…

Nanowar of Steel, the Italian parody metal band renowned for their humorous take on the genre, strikes again with their latest release, Dislike to False Metal. Known for their sharp wit and musical versatility, Nanowar of Steel continues to blend humor with impressive musicianship, delivering an album that both mocks and celebrates the metal genre.…

Australian death metal outfit Impetuous Ritual unleashes their most depraved and experimental offering yet with “Iniquitous Barbarik Synthesis.” This 2023 release transcends the boundaries of traditional death metal, venturing into a realm of unsettling ambience and sonic brutality. The album opens with “Sanguinary Abstraction,” a meaty assault that sets the tone for the record’s relentless…

Title: Bosoragazan (Բոսորագազան)Artist: Odz ManoukRelease Date: May 15, 2024Genre: Black Metal / Experimental Introduction Odz Manouk, the enigmatic entity from California’s black metal underground, returns with Bosoragazan (Բոսորագազան), a fierce and haunting exploration of Armenian heritage and esoteric themes. This latest release pushes the boundaries of black metal with its raw, visceral sound and deeply…

Title: Unus Mundus PatetArtist: Jute GyteRelease Date: April 30, 2024Genre: Experimental Black Metal / Avant-Garde Introduction The latest offering from Jute Gyte, Unus Mundus Patet, plunges listeners into a labyrinthine soundscape that challenges the boundaries of black metal and avant-garde music. Known for his highly intellectual and genre-defying approach, Adam Kalmbach, the mastermind behind Jute…

Spanish veterans Frozen Dawn erupt from the icy depths with their latest offering, “The Decline of the Enlightened Gods.” This blistering album marks a return to their melodic black metal roots, brimming with razor-sharp riffs, haunting melodies, and an atmosphere as cold and unforgiving as a Scandinavian winter. A Familiar Freeze: A Return to Form…

Entheos returns with “Time Will Take Us All,” their latest offering that blends their signature progressive death metal assault with a newfound sense of melody and introspection. Following their critically acclaimed debut, “The Infinite Nothing,” the expectations were high, and Entheos delivers a powerful and thought-provoking sonic experience. A Familiar Brutality, Evolved From the opening…

Diamonds Hadder’s debut album, “Beyond the Breakers,” emerges from the shadows, shrouded in mystery and brimming with atmosphere. This isn’t your typical metal record. It’s a sprawling, 70-minute odyssey that weaves elements of doom, black metal, and progressive rock into a tapestry of sonic darkness. A Masterclass in Atmosphere From the first haunting notes of…

British heavy metal veterans Raven return in 2023 with their fifteenth studio album, All Hell’s Breaking Loose. Anyone familiar with the band’s legacy of pioneering NWOBHM (New Wave of British Heavy Metal) will find this album a familiar, adrenaline-fueled ride. The Gallagher brothers, John (bass, vocals) and Mark (guitars), haven’t lost a step in their…

Hailing from Saint Petersburg, Russia, Edoma casts a long shadow with their debut album, “Buried by Permafrost.” Released in April 2023, this offering is a haunting exploration of the unforgiving Siberian landscape, both physical and metaphorical. Through a blend of atmospheric black metal, post-metal, and folk influences, Edoma weaves a tapestry of sonic desolation that…

Spanish outfit Altarage returns with their sixth full-length album, “Worst Case Scenario,” a fitting title for a record that plunges the listener into a sonic abyss of despair and existential dread. Released in 2023 on Doomentia Records, the album showcases the band’s mastery of crafting unsettling atmospheres and bone-crushing heaviness. “Worst Case Scenario” is a…

Norwegian thrashers Inculter return with their third studio album, “Morbid Origin,” a potent offering that wastes no time reminding listeners why they’re torchbearers of the genre’s old-school spirit. Released in December 2023, the album is a riff-fueled frenzy, drawing inspiration from thrash metal’s golden age while injecting a modern edge. Inculter doesn’t stray far from…

In the realm of extreme music, the Netherlands has carved out a unique niche for itself, producing a diverse array of bands that push the boundaries of sound and style. Among these, Laster stands out as a force to be reckoned with, their music a potent blend of black metal, post-metal, and krautrock, infused with…

Japan’s Gotsu Totsu Kotsu (translated as “violent, abrupt, and fractured bones”) return with their aptly titled “Back From the Underworld.” This ferocious five-year follow-up to their last album delivers a potent blend of technical death metal mastery and slam-infused brutality. A Technical Onslaught From the opening riffs of “Descent to Putrefaction,” it’s clear Gotsu Totsu…

Montreal’s death metal outfit, Phobocosm, returns with their third and potentially final album, “Foreordained.” This ten-track offering dives headfirst into the abyss of death, exploring themes of mortality and the inevitable end with their signature brand of crushing brutality. A Cohesive Descent into Darkness “Foreordained” isn’t simply a collection of songs; it’s a cohesive journey.…

Montréal’s death metal outfit, Phobocosm, returns with a vengeance on their 2023 release, “Foreordained.” This aptly titled album serves as the culmination of a trilogy, showcasing a band at the peak of their powers and delivering a masterclass in crushing brutality. “Foreordained” isn’t for the faint of heart. From the opening riffs of the first…

Italian power metal outfit Frozen Crown solidifies their position as a force to be reckoned with in the genre with their latest release, “Call of the North.” This 2023 album marks a significant step forward, showcasing a band firing on all cylinders and delivering their most cohesive and energetic effort to date. The title track…

Spirit Adrift cements their place as modern traditional metal masters with their latest offering, “Ghost at the Gallows.” This 2022 release expands on the band’s foundation of classic influences, weaving in deeper emotional resonance and a touch of cinematic flair. The album opens with a bang. The title track sets the bar high, with a…

American progressive metal veterans Redemption roared back onto the scene in March 2023 with their eighth studio album, “I Am the Storm.” After a four-year hiatus, the band delivers a powerful and dynamic record that showcases their signature blend of melody and muscle. The title track, “I Am the Storm,” sets the tone for the…