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Even though ION is one of Portal's lesser manifestations of auditory horror, it's still an easy recommendation for extreme metal fanatics.
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"Between You, God, the Devil and the Dead is surely one of Avatarium's finest LPs due to its consistent songwriting and familiar yet wide-ranging...
"Simply calling this black metal, or even post-black metal, risks overlooking the ways this band has grown past labels, pursuing catharsis instead of acceptance."
Even though ION is one of Portal's lesser manifestations of auditory horror, it's still an easy recommendation for extreme metal fanatics.
Leaves' Eyes may be a bit over the top, but by Thor if this record isn't fun!
Originally released in 2003, The Beyond has always stood out in Cult of Luna’s discography as the most direct and immediate of their recordings.
Mammoth Grinder unleash a whole lot of fury and insanity in their fourth LP, Cosmic Crypt
Like many long time listeners of Tribulation, Sweden’s blackened goth rockers, it was the band’s second album, The Formulas Of Death, that really caught...
So, what's the deal with Norway and metal anyway? How does a country with a total population equalling that of Los Angeles produce so...
There’s something to be said for spontaneity, capturing the heart and soul of a composition on the fly, not over thinking and simply setting...
Infernal Overdrive accomplishes exactly what it sets out to do: offer a textbook classic heavy metal vibe with glimpses of offshoot techniques throughout.
Avatar Country is a wonderful ride. If you’re looking to get lost in a charming journey of melodies, this is the record for you.
Nevermore's discography at a glance, commemorating departed frontman, Warrel Dane.
Pacifisticuffs isn’t as special or surprising as its predecessors, but it’s a really good album in its own right, as it maintains a decent...
Atmospheric Blackened Doom esoterica certainly makes for a challenging listen, but also a fascinating one.
Sweet Death and Ecstasy offers a healthy demonstration of Midnight's penchant for writing rebar rigid heavy metal that salutes the rocking past while simultaneously...
Black metal inspired avant garde at its finest, Luup gives you something to really chew on with this latest offering!
Weird, avant garde and wonderfully brainy, this is some of the most interesting black metal to come out in 2017!
Compilation of the progressive instrumental shred project alike Sithu Aye, Aristocrats, Plini...
Check out this special collection of early demo work from the one and only Leviathan
Cascadian black metal that doesn't lose sight of its roots - Barrowlands have crafted something truly special with their sophomore LP.
A Season Of Mist reissue means that we get to revisit this blackened thrash classic.
Witchcraft mounts over the doom scene with the ethereal and mystical music of Jess And The Ancient Ones
Death metal titans return with an exemplary back-to-roots affair