The Noctambulant, after a five-year journey of musical exploration, returns with a brand new record titled “Hellrazor”. This album marks a pivotal shift in the band’s aesthetic, opting for a more authentic reflection of their southern Floridian roots rather than the Scandinavian/European motifs that were previously present in their work. The shift to a Southern […]

Epidermal Veil, the Icelandic technical death metal ensemble, has truly made a statement with their debut EP “Psalms of the Flayed”. From the isolated reaches of Reykjavik, this band has crafted a technical, intricate, and utterly brutal musical narrative that surely elevates the status of the Icelandic death metal scene. “Psalms of the Flayed”, released […]

With a decade of experience up their sleeve, Las Vegas-based Deathcore band Asylum of Ashes, has unleashed their newest offering “Bridge to Hell” upon the Metal Community. Dropped on June 23, 2023, and Mixed and mastered by the capable hands of Ari Mihalopoulos (Former member of Otep), this album proves to be a torrential downpour […]

The San Diego-based metalcore band Mandala has indeed made a promising entrance into the genre with their debut EP, “The Way Out.” Drawing influence from such established acts as August Burns Red, Texas in July, and Lamb of God, their sound is a stirring concoction of metalcore with nuanced hints of progressive and deathcore elements. […]

From the very onset of “Colossus”, Backlash makes it abundantly clear that they are no strangers to the thrash metal scene. Their brutal, unyielding sound channels the spirit of the genre’s golden age while forging a fresh and distinct path. This relentless aural assault is captivating and holds the listener in thrall through the entire […]

From the catacombs of the dark death metal genre, Insineratehymn makes a thunderous return with “Disembodied.” This is an album that is as haunting as it is visceral, offering an unapologetic look into the gruesome underbelly of the genre. It’s a piece of work that resonates with the relentless aggression and technical proficiency that the […]

“The Chronophagist,” the latest release from Montreal based Blackened Symphonic Death Metal band Fall Of Stasis, is a dazzling display of technical proficiency, sophisticated songwriting, and emotional depth that serves as a watermark in their career.   From the Intro Wilted Forests, listeners are drawn into a sonic experience preparing them for the calamity to come. […]

“The Heart and The Machine” by Semper Acebus is an explosive, exciting, and engaging metal masterpiece that demands immediate attention from metal enthusiasts and music lovers alike. Released in May of 2023, “The Heart and The Machine” ignites a fire within the dark soul of the listener, leaving them craving for more of Semper Acerbus’s […]

It doesn’t matter if you are not into Deathcore; Signs Of The Swarm’s new album Amongst The Low & The Empty is insanely brutal from start to finish and you should take the time to listen to it. The moment I started playing this album I was instantly pleased with how hard and heavy it […]

Portuguese Black/Death Metal band Okkultist have released their second full-length album entitled “O.M.E.N.” which stands for Omnis Malum Et Noceo, translating from Latin to “everything evil and harmful.” The album represents a strong effort from the band and solidifies their status as one of the most intriguing names in the current Portuguese Metal scene. The […]

Four stars of relentless aggression. This album demands your attention.