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November 1st, 2023 Reviews

Suffocation – Hymns from the Apocrypha (Nuclear Blast)

…balanced the equations when it came to bonkers technicality and primitive barbarism in their sound, and cuts like ” Perpetual Deception” (which seems to have a Despise the Sun-esque slant in its intensity) and “Seraphim Enslavement” (a literal battering ram of a track) showcase the continued prowess of the band towards maintaining such distinctive features. That said, it’s nice to see some slight expansions of the Suffocation sound at times. “Imm…

October 30th, 2023 Reviews

Carnation – Cursed Mortality (Season of Mist)

…attack hits viciously and memorably. Likewise, “Metropolis” is an absolute battering ram of a song, with blast-ridden speed runs and oppressive mid-tempo riffs in the slowdown, all augmented by some excellent melodic enhancements. The first ‘whoa’ comes with “Replicant,” which opens on a much more melodic note, complete with (you guessed it) clean vocals. For those waiting to cry afoul, they are well-executed and serve the more melodic portions of…

October 29th, 2023 Features

Doro – Strong and Proud

…a little easier again. We were so ready when the normal festivals started back up. We were well-rehearsed. Even when we were recording during the lockdown it would be a challenge, but we would always find a way to record. Even if it was only two people, me with the producer or my engineer. One would sit in the other room, I would sit in the room where we were recording, and it worked. As long as I could make music, I felt good. I know some people…

October 27th, 2023 Reviews

Dying Wish – Symptoms of Survival (SharpTone Records)

…ion, and add to it a greater color palette for the band to work off of. Two-to-four minute songs act as energetic bursts, filled not just with rage but some sorrow and remorse as well. The title track starts things off on the heavier end of the spectrum, featuring some buzzing chugs while incorporating some bits of chilling melodies at times. It acts as a great warm-up and stage-setter before early single “Watch My Promise Die” really rumbles the…

October 23rd, 2023 Reviews

Endseeker – Global Worming (Metal Blade)

…e’s elders instead of flat out ripping them off, Endseeker provide another batch of top quality buzzsaw-driven death metal. The title track opens things up like you might expect. Frantic riffing, snarled roars, pulverizing drums – it’s all here, and Endseeker’s ability to keep it fresh lies very much in their ability to make music that captures your attention. The swirling melodies don’t slack either, and it all makes for a very promising start. W…

October 17th, 2023 Features

Svalbard – Lifting the Mask

…hh2BfsMM&pp=ygUIc3ZhbGJhcmQ%3D https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nP47tFrpo5I&pp=ygUIc3ZhbGJhcmQ%3D Svalbard on Facebook Svalbard on Instagram…

October 16th, 2023 Reviews

Within Temptation – Bleed Out (Force Music Recordings)

…l community to lean on, and Bleed Out stands tall as a fresh slab of tunes that fans, both veteran and newcomer, will enjoy whole-heartedly. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WMSuBpmVpdE&pp=ygURd2l0aGluIHRlbXB0YXRpb24%3D https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dBilK-h3lRQ&pp=ygURd2l0aGluIHRlbXB0YXRpb24%3D Within Temptation on Facebook Within Temptation on Instagram Within Temptation official website…

October 14th, 2023 Features

Ice Giant – Altering the State of Galaxies

…my bread and butter. I was very happy to learn that Ice Giant was a concept-based band in sci-fi. And as we’ve been working on the following, you know, we’re still very much in the early stage just talking about that, but definitely in terms of concept and lyrics and things like that, me being a massive fantasy nerd is absolutely going to have an influence on that. Gallop: I’m so fucking excited because, just, yeah, I’m so fucking excited. Hell ye…

October 13th, 2023 Reviews

Solemn Vision – Despite the Rise of the Sun (Black Lion)

…ge for much of it’s runtime, capitalizing on that speed to employ some epic-sounding melodies but also not shying away from some blast-driven speed runs and dips into some acoustic moments. But at the same time, don’t think the band isn’t capable of more. Some tracks swerve more in the progressive direction, such as the almost-waltzing, gentle moments of “On the Eve of Silence,” offering some playful and catchy currents to grapple to in the wake o…

October 12th, 2023 Features

Hanabie. – Rising Superstars

…s that sense of style and fashion, as well as Hanabie’s fun attitude. Dance-offs, make-overs, and sprawling bright colors might not scream metal from a traditional sense, but it’s also a reason why it’s drawn in so many fans, both in and outside the genre. The song is also amusingly titled ‘early summer edition.’ When I bring that to the group’s attention, there’s some immediate laughter. Might there be more Gal-time in the future for Hanabie? “Ma…

October 11th, 2023 Reviews

OWDWYR – Receptor (Self-Released)

…it gives them a more unhinged approach that works wonders. The closest the band comes to the afore-mentioned acts is the longest cut on the album, “Ein,” which weighs in at 5 minutes. There is an opening piano that gives it that pure, classical feel, but it’s quickly annihilated by swirling guitar riffs and off-beat, jazzy rhythms. Intricate, proggy bursts also permeate the track and elevate the madness – though the band never brings things to a p…

October 9th, 2023 Reviews

Isiliel – Moonbow Genesis (Setsuzoku Records)

…rome, as well as Necronomidol. The latter being one of the most unique idol-based acts to stem from the country with their imaginative mashing of jpop, black metal, darkwave, and folk (amongst others). With Necronomidol going into indefinite hiatus last year, Isiliel is Tsukishiro’s solo outlet (which did start before said hiatus), and Moonbow Genesis is her first full-length release after releasing a few singles last year. Those expecting somethi…

October 9th, 2023 Reviews

Svalbard – The Weight of the Mask (Nuclear Blast)

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October 7th, 2023 Concert Reviews

Hanabie. – September 24, 2023 – Gramercy Theater, New York, NY

…se, Fear & Loathing, and their full-length effort, Silence & Violence, the band’s breakdown-friendly approach to hardcore (with a sprinkling of rap influence) slowly started to break the audience out of their chill, rain-soaked state. Plenty of heavy grooves for listeners to sink their teeth into, plus the aforementioned breakdowns led the crowd to eventually start in with the evenings circle pits. To be honest, I was surprised at how they were ab…

October 4th, 2023 Reviews

The Hirsch Effekt – Urian (Long Branch Records)

…itely cause some damage. That’s no slight to the band though, as they track-by-track unveil different musical pathways while attempting to keep some sort of semblance of unity. The lengthy “Otus” lands firmly in proggy and rock-ish territory, with a certain melodic sense to it (that unfortunately goes just a little too long) – just don’t expect it to last over the album. “2054” follows it up with a number that’s much more lively and frenetic. Bits…

October 2nd, 2023 Reviews

PassCode – Groundswell (Universal)

…’s own. A four song release, their second EP since screamer Emily Arima (ex-Ladybaby) joined the ranks following Yuna Imada’s departure in 2021, continues to see the band swirl around their hybrid mixture of metalcore, EDM, trance, jpop, and much more. While long time fans more or less know the drill by now, the band’s unique and pulsating sound continues to raise the flags high and it never ceases to bring copious amounts of energy. For those who…

September 29th, 2023 Reviews

Altarage – Worst Case Scenario (Doomentia Records)

…as a haunting appetizer for this main course. Whereas Succumb was a long 1-hour plus jaunt, including the 21-minute “Devorador de mundos,” Worst Case Scenario is a more compact 36 minutes and change. The reduced run time results in a more urgent and ultimately tighter album, allowing the sinisterness to engulf the senses more pointedly. “Enigma Signals” sets the tone with a creepy off kilter lead guitar to lure the unsuspecting into a haze, soon…

September 24th, 2023 Features

Primordial – The End Is Near

…fully some decent news to come play in America. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5poXFWbKkHY https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DxeZbd2QbAw Primordial on Facebook…

September 15th, 2023 Reviews

Thorn – Evergloom (Transcending Obscurity)

…ere is one’s pleasure, “Hypogean Crypt” and “Gaze of the Seer” flow back-to-back with a thick mist of droning guitar work. The beginning of Evergloom especially highlights that grandiosity that was absent in Thorn’s previous works, and they’re much the better for finding it. Harkening back to the grindcore background of Westermeyer, there’s a relatively large bit of that chaotic quickness in “Wastelands Dimly Lit” and “Sapien Death Spiral,” stompi…

September 12th, 2023 Concert Reviews

PassCode – September 5, 2023 – Gramercy Theater, New York, NY

…BandMaid whom I saw last fall), the VIP for PassCode was surprisingly value-based. First up, you were able to go in and see their soundcheck (2 songs – “Taking You Out” and a cover of Bring Me the Horizon’s “Mantra”). A nice treat given the size of the VIP – while everyone was up close and personal to the band, there was no thoughts of moshing around, which made it nice to view the band’s synchronized dancing without any fear of being tossed aroun…

August 6th, 2023 Features

Signs of the Swarm – Heavy Is A Feeling

…ear to a year and a half for COVID was crazy. It was great for underground bands. Huge bands and artists are talking about deathcore for the first time. Demi Lovato on Sirius Metal. Seeing it in movies again. In the early 2000’s I remember you had a lot of nu-metal and metalcore on movie soundtracks, and that was lost for a while. Video games like Doom – huge for metal. It’s the first time I bet a lot of people have heard a low-tuned, eight string…

August 4th, 2023 Randomness

Song / Video Premier: Ignited’s ‘Bloody Satisfied’

…ll 4. Bloody Satisfied 5. Uncontrollable 6. The Sewer Lords 7. Life Goes By 8. Nightshift 9. Tearing Down the Walls 10. Abyss of Fear Ignited on Facebook Ignited on Instagram Official Website Clawhammer PR on Facebook Clawhammer PR on Instagram Clawhammer PR on YouTube…

August 2nd, 2023 Reviews

Blackbraid – Blackbraid II (Independent)

…thing – bands such as Nechochwen and Gyibaaw have been at it since the mid-2000s, while Pan-Amerikan Native Front and Ifernach have been around since 2015, being just a few accomplished examples. Each of these artists has their own defined approach and background; all providing a unique and important perspective, not to mention creating some absolutely fantastic music. Steering back to Blackbraid, having released a single titled “Barefoot Ghost D…

July 25th, 2023 Features

Omnium Gatherum – Stuck Here On Tour’s Way

…tour… Dead Rhetoric: Can you put into perspective what doing these back-to-back tours has been like? Vanhala: All the people change except the bus and the drivers. I’ve got a lot of cabin fever, but it’s cool. I’m in Minneapolis now and was here a month before when there was snow and now there’s no snow. You get to know all the places, like where is the best toilet. Touring in the USA means knowing all the best Wal-Mart parking lots. Dead Rhetori…

July 16th, 2023 Features

Fifth Angel – Older, Wiser, and Ready to Kill

…you approach the art of producing, do you try to think of things on a case-by-case basis depending on the skill levels of the artists on hand? Mary: As a producer, I will take on projects for various reasons. One time I had a band that was really not good, and I took it on just to see how much I could improve upon the marker and make them sound better. You can do quite a bit with Pro Tools these days, if you are skilled, you can do a tremendous a…

July 9th, 2023 Features

Vexed – Music is Nonbinary

…saying, I don’t want to belabor the point, but it’s insulting when it’s a back-handed compliment. People thinking they are doing right and say, ‘they are one of the best female vocalists.’ Ok, but that’s not really fixing the problem there. Targett: I’ve often had to really bite my tongue when that happens to me and try to go to the kind approach. To say, I’d rather have you not say that, and instead please use this. But it’s hard, because it doe…

July 5th, 2023 Reviews

Serpent Corpse – Blood Sabbath (Temple of Mystery Records)

…with Temple of Mystery Records and issue their first full-length, Blood Sabbath. Close your eyes, open your ears, as you’ll succumb to a sound and style familiar to those who loved the early to mid-90’s development of this scene – especially of the UK/Swedish variety, with some North American attitude / groove thrown in for good measure. The low-tuned guitar work and pounding rhythm section foundation allows the distant growls to possess more ear…

June 25th, 2023 Features

Before the Dawn – Back From the Dark

…lt but the drummers we used to have, Ukri our last drummer plays now with Abbath, Joonas was one of the drummers, he plays in Wolfheart, Atti, one of the drummers plays in Beast in Black. So, there’s only been amazing drummers in the band, I have big boots to fill. I have been training at a minimum four to five times a week for the past five months. Physically it is a lot more demanding than any other instrument I would say. I could play easier, b…

June 1st, 2023 Features

Saint Deamon – Rise of the Serpent

…willing to explore heavier and more rhythmic territories next to the tried-and-true melodic hooks and catchy angles prevalent in their songwriting. We reached out to guitarist Andreas ‘Toya’ Bjurström to learn more about the process behind the new album, the story behind a very pyro-filled video shoot for one of the singles “Load Your Cannons”, what AFM Records can do for the band to elevate their status, his work on a Celine Dion album, plus how…

June 1st, 2023 Randomness

Song / Video Premier: Bray Road’s ‘Feed the Beast’

…019, the band’s third LP has the band ready to roar with an aggressive thrash attack, resulting in their biggest release to date. The album drops on July 15th, and you can pre-order the CD here. Bray Road is: Nino Nienas – Vocals/Guitars Peter Kissane – Drums David Moran – Bass Photo by: Hobbes Caltous Track Listing: 1. Goodbye, Ms. Godfrey 2. Nobody’s Junior 3. Feed The BEAST 4. Possible Violence 5. Ride 6. Dark Passenger 7. Takes One To Know One…