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June 28th, 2023 Reviews

Before the Dawn – Stormbringers (Napalm Records)

…il Dead series of horror flicks, this line of dialogue fits so well of both his musical output and this album: ‘Hail to the King, baby.’ Before the Dawn on Facebook…

June 25th, 2023 Features

Before the Dawn – Back From the Dark

…ult 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,…

June 23rd, 2023 Reviews

Vexed – Negative Energy (Napalm)

…djent, and more. Regardless of the labels, it was a visceral listen that grabbed you with aggression and grooves, occasionally stopping to soothe you with some melodic elements. Two years later, we are treated to the band’s return, and they’ve doubled down on the aggression. Negative Energy is seemingly exactly that – a cathartic release of pent up aggression and anger that feels nothing short of exhilarating. But most importantly, it’s barbs hit…

June 22nd, 2023 Features

Pyramaze – Object Permanence

…The Voice competition show earlier this year. Has he talked to you or the band about this experience – and do you believe it aids the profile of Pyramaze to a new audience who may not be otherwise aware of his talents? Weingarten: I think we may have gotten a little bit more attention from it. The show producers edited out any time that he mentioned he was in Pyramaze. For whatever reason. That’s unfortunate. I watched all his performances on the…

June 21st, 2023 Reviews

KHNVM – Visions of a Plague Ridden Sky (Neckbreaker Records)

…should satiate followers who want maximum entertainment value at an affordable price. Recently playing a full Brazilian tour with a fall Baltic swing in the works, KHNVM possess all the key qualities to be another innovator in the semi-technical, old school progressive death mold where they don’t let the intricacies supersede quality, catchy songwriting. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JaluIyF3y1s https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nhX1SQNrAM0 KHNVM…

June 21st, 2023 Reviews

Wonders – Beyond the Mirage (Limb Music)

…d be gem oriented. Beyond the Mirage is the second studio album, the follow-up to 2021’s steady debut offering The Fragments of Wonder – pushing the tempos a bit more into classic European power metal molds while accentuating tremendous vocal-harmonies/choir possibilities. Bursting with energetic power chords and uplifting, heroic melodies, songs such as “One Million Miles” and “Coming Home” breathe comfortably in that spirit which pushed early So…

June 20th, 2023 Features

Avarice – Lurking in the Trenches

…ut album, it’s a much more serious thing working with the tracks. It’s well-balanced, very well-structured, I think the EP in 2021 was more of a trial thing. Our approach to this album has been much more serious, and I hope that people can hear this in the final product. Dead Rhetoric: Were you working on the album independently before signing with Uprising! Records? Rasmussen: We really wanted to keep this old school – we did record the album ind…

June 19th, 2023 Reviews

Mental Cruelty – Zwielicht (Century Media)

…ents from draining the band of their ‘heavy side,’ which sometimes plagues bands of this style. They are able to weave in plenty of atmospheric and cinematic melodies with both the synths and guitars, such as on “Nordlys,” but the band never loses sight of being able to deliver some immediate aggression as a counter. On the more melodic end, “Symphony of a Dying Star” brings an almost bombastic and uplifting feeling to the band, but throttling bre…

June 16th, 2023 Reviews

Diesomnia – Pray for the Flood (Self-Released)

…for listeners familiar with Sylosis, DevilDriver, and Slayer. The rhythmic bark and swirling semi-blasting/progressive swings take “Blood Red Sorrow” into fresh territory – guitarists Sean O’Bryan and Chris Yake executing melodic nuances against some crossover parts while doubling up when a sledgehammer gut punch is necessary. Many will enjoy the emotional growls plus stunted outbursts during “Art of Hopelessness”, while the almost Fear Factory-li…

June 9th, 2023 Reviews

Ondfødt – Det Österbottniska Mörkret (Black Lion Records)

…melodic doom stalwarts Aeonian Sorrow, blackened death/crust act Dispyt, up-and-coming melodic death metallers Arctora (who released one of my best albums of 2022), and fellow black metal outfit Outlaw, there’s a variety of skills and pedigree at hand. Turning the focus back to Ondfødt – they’ve been churning out blisteringly sharp black metal for a decade now, with an EP and three full-lengths, culminating with 2021’s booming Norden. Showcasing t…

June 9th, 2023 Reviews

Royal Thunder – Rebuilding the Mountain (Spinefarm)

…s in 2018 and it wasn’t until 2021 that the trio mended things and got the band back together, so to speak. With six years now between releases, Royal Thunder come back with something to prove with Rebuilding the Mountain, their second release for Spinefarm Records. It seems the band’s somewhat bluesy and rock-oriented grooves carry just as much melody and emotion, and serve as an excellent welcome back. The rawness and straight-forward approach i…

June 8th, 2023 Features

ScreaMachine – Loyalty to the Roots of Metal

…ce. I have been releasing albums since 1999, but ScreaMachine is a newborn baby. The first time we got together as a band was 2018, and the debut album came out in 2021. We had to face a new situation sight unseen on the market in the worst time ever for the music industry. It was not a problem for the debut album, because that album was written before the pandemic. Church of the Scream was all written during the pandemic. I’m really proud on how…

June 7th, 2023 Reviews

The Dark Side of the Moon – Metamorphosis (Napalm Records)

…of Oldstones” from Game of Thrones. Napalm obviously loved it, signing the band based on this song alone, and they quickly got to work on Metamorphosis. Considering Ad Infinitum released Chapter III – Downfall back in March (link to review), and with Feuerschwanz having Fegefeuer coming out in July, one has to wonder when Bonny and Platz had time to sleep. Of course they aren’t in this alone; Morten Løwe Sørensen (Amaranthe) showcases his talented…

June 5th, 2023 Reviews

Avarice – Avarice (Uprising! Records)

…prising! Records who would sign these musicians to a label deal. The follow-up self-titled debut album is the payoff – a fusion of melodic death/thrash that has savage strength in its collective grasp of both genres. Combining riffs and tempos that obliterate while delivering key groove/hook sequences next to gruff screams or raspy, militant vocals ensures whirling activity for the ears, brain, and body to devour in full appeasement. The sturdy dr…

June 1st, 2023 Features

Saint Deamon – Rise of the Serpent

…was that music is just for a hobby and not for a professional career is probably the worst advice I got. I think many talented musicians have quit music because of this. Dead Rhetoric: How do you see the next year or so shaping up for Saint Deamon in terms of live shows, tours, promotion? As I’d imagine there is also work in some of the other side bands of the members that will be coming out over the next year too, right? Toya: Our main goal is to…

June 1st, 2023 Randomness

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

…volves around the fellows from the band dealing with an overzealous and all-around cruddy/abusive boss, of which drummer Peter Kissane states, “It’s time” post verbal lashing to signal the release of this beastly werewolf to wreak vengeful havoc on their unsuspecting office pest. The rest, well, check out the video itself! It’s a wacky good time. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TELce2S1134 Bray Road was formed back in 2011 by vocalist/guitarist Ni…

May 26th, 2023 Reviews

Olkoth – At the Eye of Chaos (Everlasting Spew Records)

…ved buzz that Olkoth is getting, with a bright future to come. We’ll be along for the ride, with ibuprofen on hand for the unavoidable bangover. Olkoth on Facebook…

May 24th, 2023 Reviews

Bloody Nightmare – Pillars of Chaos (Fighter Records)

…2, we have the sophomore record for Pillars of Chaos – signing to Spanish label Fighter Records. A ten-track effort, the quartet blaze a trail across speed/heavy metal waters, pulling liberally from old school classic bands just as easily as the current NWOTHM generation of artists. As players Alexander Daza and Diego are a formidable axe guitar duo – elevating those riffs to galloping horizons where incessant headbanging occurs frequently. You’d…

May 22nd, 2023 Reviews

Frozen Soul – Glacial Domination (Century Media)

…while Creeping Death’s Reese Alavi adding another vocal weapon to the fast-paced “Arsenal of War”, the mid-paced transition sure to set pits swirling in Slayer-esque fashion. The twin guitar harmonies plus double kick groove within “Assimilator” should be a future headcrusher in every set list, the sadistic vocal roars matching the pummeling riffs and Viking-like atmosphere that mirrors the more recent work of Amon Amarth. The additional sound ef…

May 18th, 2023 Features

Oryad – Artistic Authenticity

…ere, it was really important. We were flying by the seat of our pants. The band bared with me, that process of looking at the songs we were doing at shows, these are very much more informed by symphonic metal, straight across, this is what people want. We would lean more on the opera stuff heavily; it was surprising to see people’s reaction online. People were talking, messaging me on Facebook. Adam on bass, he had a lot to do with the really cool…

May 17th, 2023 Reviews

Hasard – Malivore (I, Voidhanger Records)

…ull-lengths that while we described some of the nuance of each track, it’s absolutely best absorbed as a singular piece of music. There’s absolutely nothing traditional present; instead, we have an otherworldly approach to heavy music that’s brimming with creativity and virulent elegance. Malivore is a disharmonic, disturbing, relentless, and maniacally powerful masterwork. If a vivid, audible nightmare has ever been more impactful than this, plea…

May 15th, 2023 Reviews

Screamin’ Demons – The New Era (Pure Steel Records)

…hat 90’s Nevermore/Metallica territory, the axe play of Al Priest and Luca Ballabio integral to retain heightened anticipation from rhythms to memorable lead melodies/breaks in the elite metal guitar hero category. The lean quality to these songs also allows the listener to concentrate on all parts without feeling overwhelmed – every squeal, tom/kick roll, or vocal ascension makes sense. It’s understandable why Screamin’ Demons is a separate entit…

May 14th, 2023 Features

Roadwolf – Running with Lightning

…Electric Circus, The Last in Line, Blizzard of Ozz. Tony Martin-era Black Sabbath with The Headless Cross. The Headless Children from W.A.S.P. – all these headless records, but no headless guitarist in our band (laughs). Dead Rhetoric: How do you feel about the state of the world coming out of this global pandemic? What areas do you believe the leaders of the world need to focus on most to make things safer, stronger, and healthier for the general…

May 13th, 2023 Concert Reviews

Moonspell / Eleine / Oceans of Slumber / Somnent – May 3, 2023 – Conduit, Orlando, FL

…al journey not dissimilar to Draconian. This was our first time seeing the band, and it absolutely will not be the last if we have anything to say about it. We hope to catch Somnent again as soon as possible. Oceans of Slumber Click here for more Oceans of Slumber photos Wholly unique and progressive to the core, Oceans of Slumber always put on a heartfelt and moving performance, and this instance was no exception. The Texans know how to draw in a…

May 8th, 2023 Reviews

ScreaMachine – Church of the Scream (Frontiers Music)

…aricchio sends chills with his Halford-esque eagle screams again a natural bard-like mid-range delivery that may remind some of Hansi Kürsch / Blind Guardian. The driving bass/double kick mechanics courtesy of Francesco Bucci and Alfonso ‘Fo’ Corace allow “Met(H)Aldone” to race along brilliantly, featuring numerous bluesy/speedy guitar breaks beyond another tremendous choir-infused, larger than life chorus to bring it all home. Versatility is a st…

May 5th, 2023 Reviews

Enforcer – Nostalgia (Nuclear Blast)

…tween records as like most musicians, the quartet sat on the sidelines tour-wise until May 2022 when venues opened again post pandemic restrictions. After consistent playbacks, this scribe believes that most ardent followers for this Swedish brigade will enjoy the continual creative overflow penetrating these thirteen tracks – diverse to showcase the full gamut of melodic, heavy, speed, and traditional influences at play. The infusion of hypnotic…

May 4th, 2023 Features

Finality – Overcoming Control

…e. When he is motivated, there is nothing that gets in his way. We will probably play with some backing tracks with keyboards and other things live. But I don’t think we are going to be a six-piece after this. Dead Rhetoric: You decided to go the DIY route for this album’s release. Do you believe that your knowledge and skill set as musicians (many of which with previous experience on other labels) allows you to properly promote this release the w…

April 28th, 2023 Reviews

Ironmaster – Weapons of Spiritual Carnage (Black Lion Records)

…t/snare hits, up to the blasting challenge while shifting into more comfortable, groove-laden passages in highlight “Monolithic Suppressor Engaged”. Add in the low roars/growls from Roberth Karlsson to build that next level chill factor to “Bringer of Deception” plus pounding opener “Solemn Pestilence” and it’s evident that they have all the tools necessary to deliver monumental songs fill of viciousness while still being intricate and intense. Th…

April 26th, 2023 Reviews

Dawn of Ouroboros – Velvet Incandescence (Prosthetic Records)

…n luminous entries like “Levitating Pacifics,” emotively demonstrating the band’s ability to invoke forlorn emotions through instrumentation. If the black metal dimension is your cup of tea, “Rise from Disillusion” is likely to land, with sharp vocal shrieks and a fervent guitar attack, which also conversely contains some of Murphy’s most stirring and elegant vocal performances. Closer “Velvet Moon” contains a simple, heartstring pulling piano int…

April 25th, 2023 Features

Savage Existence – Absorb the Blows to the Head

…avage Existence is the self-titled second record from the group, the follow-up to 2021’s Animals. How would you assess the differences in terms of performances, songwriting, or anything else from the debut that you applied to this latest effort? Cleland: Well, the debut was written a lot less intentionally. It was natural and instinctual, it came out just because Jesse and I were getting back into music, we had resurrected some the music we had wr…