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Amon Amarth – Jomsviking

March 15, 2016 Vinterd

 In the world of metal, there are many bands out there that have made names for themselves in their own subcategories of the genre, and for melodic death metal the most famous group has to be without a doubt Amon … Continue reading Amon Amarth – Jomsviking

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Gray Souvenirs – Serena

March 14, 2016 Vinterd

 When it comes down to atmospheric black metal, it’s hard to find a good mix between atmosphere and the actual black metal where the end result is pretty good. Gray Souvenirs definitely aren’t the first band to try the mix … Continue reading Gray Souvenirs – Serena

Black, Metal, Thrash1 Comment

Ragehammer – The Hammer Doctrine

March 13, 2016 Vinterd

 As one who frequently visits the territory of blackened thrash, I can safely say that outside of any form of grind that this is one of the most intense and fastest forms of metal in the entire world, and many … Continue reading Ragehammer – The Hammer Doctrine

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Exalter – Sacrificial Immolation (single)

March 12, 2016March 14, 2016 Vinterd

 Too many thrash bands nowadays do no real effort with their music as they just try to be fast and not base their metal on something interesting and captivating, while also being fast. But as with most statements I say … Continue reading Exalter – Sacrificial Immolation (single)

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Killswitch Engage – Incarnate

March 11, 2016March 11, 2016 Vinterd

 This is the kind of band that requires no introduction. These guys have become legends whether you call them metal or not and every one who pays attention has been waiting for their next big, ridiculous album. Many people thought … Continue reading Killswitch Engage – Incarnate

Doom, Metal1 Comment

Curse the Son – Isolator

March 10, 2016 Vinterd

 When it comes to doom metal, there’s a shit ton of awesome acts. From atmospheric doom to funeral doom the genre has never ceased to amaze me with its diversity and high quality bands. Curse the Son’s brand new stoner … Continue reading Curse the Son – Isolator

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Forfeit Thee Untrue – Cremationem Jesus Lacrimam

March 9, 2016 Vinterd

 Religion permeates our society no matter the culture in an absolute multitude of ways whether you like it or not, and one of those many things includes metal music with Christian metal being pretty prominent despite its relatively small fan … Continue reading Forfeit Thee Untrue – Cremationem Jesus Lacrimam

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Aggelos – Silentium

March 8, 2016 Vinterd

 With the many different subcategories of metal out there in the world, everyone is bound to not particularly enjoy a few. For me one is gothic metal simply because it just seems bland compared to what else you can do … Continue reading Aggelos – Silentium

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Artillery – Penalty by Perception

March 7, 2016 Vinterd

 Whoever said that there isn’t any good thrash metal anymore? No one? Excellent! That statement has never been true and it’s obvious that it never will be as there’s a menagerie of talented thrash bands out there putting out magnificent … Continue reading Artillery – Penalty by Perception

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Enemies – Negative Mental Attitude

March 6, 2016 Vinterd

 Anything with the word “core” attached to it in the world of metal music is almost instantly shot down because of how many people feel about metalcore and deathcore, but so many forget about hardcore. A more metal version of … Continue reading Enemies – Negative Mental Attitude

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