Despite how widespread death metal has become over the decades, there are certain place that seem to be hailed far more often than others. Places like Finland and Sweden oftentimes get much of the spotlight, and rightfully so, but there … Continue reading Unbounded Terror – Something is Rotten in Humanity
Even as we find ourselves in a realm that has as much beauty and fascination that one could ask for, one simply cannot deny at times that to live is to suffer. We find ourselves deeply intertwined the world over … Continue reading Thlipsis – Servants of Apathy
While there is truly no shortage of excellence to be had in ways of metal as you hop from one country to another, there’s always a chance than an unlikely realm can start throwing down some real intensity on a … Continue reading Shrine of Denial – I, Moloch
Despite the vast expanses that can be accomplished without a guiding voice leading the way, it can sometimes feel as though metal can be afraid to take the listener on an instrumental trip that can still show us what the … Continue reading Borehead – Vita Est Morte Est Vita
In the grand scheme of things, black metal still has so much to offer. Even if it means retreading well worn ground more so than it already has, there’s still more than enough glory, intrigue, and dark splendor to be … Continue reading Schattenfall – Oh Wind, mein Bruder
Not often enough do we see a band capitalize on what it means to be a sludgy yet atmospheric creation that takes into account much of what both sounds can become when placed in the right hands. Sure, we are … Continue reading Obscure Sphinx – Emovere
As time moves on, clear talent makes itself known time and time again. Whether it’s a fledgling act that comes out of nowhere to really impress listener for what they bring to the table or a long-established name that continues … Continue reading Saor – Amidst the Ruins
Some things just refuse to die. Despite there being an argument to be made that thrash metal in its modern state is not in great form for one reason or another, there are always at least a handful of acts … Continue reading Hirax – Faster Than Death
For all the things that black metal has been able to deliver since its inception, it’s clear that there are always a number of acts from each decade that not only stand out from the crowd, but carve a path … Continue reading Havukruunu – Tavastland
While there’s still more than enough excellence to be had in the old school of death metal, there is nothing that can compare to when a band manages to go off on their own and craft a sound that is … Continue reading Phrenelith – Ashen Womb
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