As of late, I’ve been really satisfying my fix for black metal (particularly of the atmospheric nature) because I hadn’t delved into that dark world for quite some time. So, naturally, I searched for new and interesting material and I … Continue reading Veldes – Ember Breather
I really, really, really enjoy it when a band can just slam the hammer down without giving a single fuck while still sounding awesome, and if it happens on a debut album then consider my mind blown and pants shat. … Continue reading Travesty – Dark Above, Sun Below
When it comes down to whimsical styles of metal such as folk and epic metal I’m always more than willing to investigate, but there’s nothing better than a band that really immerses themselves in the style and not just imitating … Continue reading Stormtide – Wrath of an Empire (single)
Canada is a great place for brewing black metal talents with its lands capable of harboring intense weather conditions that can fit the genre perfectly. France? Not so much. Yet that didn’t stop the two acts of Sorcier des Glaces … Continue reading Sorcier des Glaces / Ende – Le Puits de Morts
If you’re any sort of frequenter of the illustrious Bandcamp.com, especially in the black metal category, you’ve likely at least seen A Diadem of Dead Stars pop up in the “best selling” tabs, and that’s not without good reason. This … Continue reading A Diadem of Dead Stars – Kingdoms Bathed in Golden Light
You put damn near anything that’s brimming with atmosphere and it’s doesn’t sound like it was thrown together in a few minutes, I could honestly fall to sleep in the beautiful void created by the resonating notes. But sometimes the … Continue reading (EchO) – Head First Into Shadows
When I see such art with incredible craftsmanship mixed with boobies and a menacing figure, the first thing that comes to mind isn’t exactly “this would work great for a heavy metal album’s cover art!”, yet it is so in … Continue reading Necromancing the Stone – Jewel of the Vile
A lot of times when a band gets described as extreme metal I get a little excited because that can mean the album has a sound of any sort that could be anyone’s guess. But then following it by saying … Continue reading Jinjer – King of Everything
It’s the simple things in life that makes it worth living if you ask me. In music, a simple riff can make a world of difference, and even more can create an album truly worth remembering. Give the right band … Continue reading Void King – There Is Nothing
Korn is simply one of those bands that doesn’t need any sort of introduction. Recently, their musical styles have been subjected to . . . experimentation which is a good thing, but it’s important as a band that’s been around … Continue reading Korn – Rotting in Vain (single)
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