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Ôros Kaù – Thanatos

August 30, 2023August 23, 2023 Vinterd

The deeper you go into the underground of metal, things get very weird very fast. The same goes for how intimidating things become as you start to get acts that are crazier and more occult as you venture into the … Continue reading Ôros Kaù – Thanatos

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Deep Space Destructors – Voyage to Innerspace

August 29, 2023August 22, 2023 Vinterd

Of all the things that I have come across in these thousands of reviews that I’ve done for almost ten years, many things are certain but this, in particular, is a truth that none of us can ever truly ignore: … Continue reading Deep Space Destructors – Voyage to Innerspace

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Shores of Ithaka – Those Chosen

August 28, 2023August 15, 2023 Vinterd

In this modern era of innovation when it comes to all things metal, it can be quite nice when a band enters a particular sound and brings naught but the straightforward and deadly to the table. That’s not to rag … Continue reading Shores of Ithaka – Those Chosen

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Moonlight Sorcery – Horned Lord of the Thorned Castle

August 27, 2023August 6, 2023 Vinterd

It could be debated in many different by passionate individuals who may not like particular releases from names new and established, but it is in my opinion that 2023 has been one of the most bombastic years for a hot … Continue reading Moonlight Sorcery – Horned Lord of the Thorned Castle

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Sepulchral Curse – Abhorrent Dimensions

August 26, 2023August 9, 2023 Vinterd

A band shifting their sound even a little bit can make for a wild difference depending on whose hands are doing the crafting. The right hands can accomplish many things, and there are certainly loads of them spread throughout the … Continue reading Sepulchral Curse – Abhorrent Dimensions

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Sonus Mortis – Of Red Barren Earth

August 25, 2023August 2, 2023 Vinterd

Not often enough is the symphonic side of metal given enough justice. Too few do we see an act come around that doesn’t manage to just deliver a worthwhile performance that can hold our attention but bring forth a piece … Continue reading Sonus Mortis – Of Red Barren Earth

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Sonic Moon – Return Without Any Memory

August 24, 2023August 21, 2023 Vinterd

If you know me, then you’re well aware of the fact that I’m very much a fan of metal that goes for the throat, leaves no survivors, and isn’t ever afraid to bring forth a raw experience the likes of … Continue reading Sonic Moon – Return Without Any Memory

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Begravement – Horrific Illusions Beckon

August 23, 2023August 13, 2023 Vinterd

Just as hard as it can be for any band to find a foothold in the modern state of any sound it can be just as simple as putting one foot in front of the other and showing the world … Continue reading Begravement – Horrific Illusions Beckon

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Bolt Gun – The Tower

August 22, 2023August 13, 2023 Vinterd

A transcendent and visceral experience is always possible in the world of metal when you’re met with an act that’s as daring as it is effective in its own weird craft. Few things can compare to when it’s all brought … Continue reading Bolt Gun – The Tower

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Acausal Intrusion – Panpsychism

August 21, 2023August 9, 2023 Vinterd

For all the times that metal has gone down its more traditional and orthodox routes, there are a few that dare to take things to different worlds altogether. Those fringes of what’s possible even as we find ourselves on the … Continue reading Acausal Intrusion – Panpsychism

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