Cult horror and Death Metal has always had a harmonious marriage, never truer than in the case of DECEASED! These … More ..read more

“Don’t make fashion of our Heavy Metal passion!” The declaration of one of my favourite bands to spring out of Sweden’s underground in the last few years… I am talking, of course, about TYRANN! After seeing them a couple of times and running into frontman Tobias, we got this interview nailed! Hey man! Can you introduce yourself and the band to those who still need to Face The Tyrant? Tyrann is heavy metal in its purest form. We bring back the long-lost raw energy into the music. That’s it! Right, you put out your first demo tape in 2019, how was the reception to this kick-ass duo of tracks ..read more

CONCRETE WINDS are the violent maelstrom that Death Metal needed. They return with their third album, a self titled cut of destruction to be released via Sepulchral Voice Records on August 30th. Ferociously storming into their barbaric violations of the ear canal, Concrete Winds do not waste a second on pleasantly introducing themselves. Their unhinged conjurations of arcane guitars and war-like drumming alongside truly malevolent vocals should be familiar to those of you who also adore this superb band. That said, they never feel predictable or tamed from prior works. Stomping grooves and bli ..read more

After having the best of times at last year’s edition, it was a no-brainer to come back to the scenic Heavy Metal party that is Metal Magic in Denmark. Let’s get stuck into the diverse and devilish lineup of underground perfection on offer this year… Thursday Raven was a surge of power, with these English titans rocking out classic numbers perfectly alongside some newer ragers. The trio certainly had a lot of experience under their belts and every ounce of hunger to still rock that they had back in the day. As one of the bands still flying the NWOBHM flag high, it is safe to say this moment in ..read more

Kaiju Death-Thrashers OXYGEN DESTROYER are back with their third album! Set for release via Redefining Darkness Records and Headsplit Records on August 9th. Following a cinematic sampled introduction, bestial thrashing force decimates all in their path. The superbly produced blend of lacerating guitars and crushing production with a thick low end blisters the skin with sheer intensity. Their undeniably tight playing hugely assisting this visceral execution to ensure each instrumental blow feels like a claw tearing through you in a singular sweep. Soaring at ridiculous speeds, the maddening ski ..read more

Swedish Death Metallers Vanhelgd have a history of blending the more traditional and old school with a certain unique flare that sets them apart. The sixth album in their impressive career is now due for release via Dark Descent Records on July 12th. Rather than wasting time on an introduction, Vanhelgd kick right in with sweeping atmospherics that launch the extreme assault into life with no mercy. The churning guitars and balanced percussion meet melodic leads and impassioned vocals to deliver a savage but introspective first offering. Their unique balance of sounds combine a hauntingly evil ..read more

Legendary New Jersey Thrash Metal horde BLOOD FEAST are back with their fourth record. Out via Hells Headbangers on July 12th. After a short introduction eerie guitars bring the horror from the depths to life with strong percussion punctuating through the whammy dives. Soon the thrashing rage kicks in with melodic riffing, furious leads, pounding drums and impactful low end. Maniacal vocals add further extreme aggression to the savage assault, blasting old school Thrash Metal so damn powerful that only a classic 80s band still going strong could muster. Clearly Blood Feast have not strayed fro ..read more

Mexico’s evil Thrash Metal maniacs PHANTOM present us a brand new EP! Out now via Doomentia Records (LP), Headsplit Records (tape) and Inframetal Records (CD). Beginning with some creepy horror vibes, Phantom warns us of an old school attack. This soon subsides, giving way to melodic riffing with an epic feeling where guitars soar upon fierce drumming to give a monolith of instrumental metallic savagery. Kicking things up, the thrashing rage of Phantom is met by truly malicious vocals and high speed intensity from the whole band. Menacing evil and furious speed conjure a molten apparition of d ..read more

Turkish / Danish Death Metal masters HYPERDONTIA need no introduction, so let’s get right into their third full length album of brutality. Out now via Me Saco Un Ojo Records, Dark Descent Records and Desiccated Records. Instantly bludgeoning us with crushing production to deliver devastating riffs and drums alike, the Hyperdontia we know and love are back on top form. From the endless streams of visceral guitars and intricate bass work to the inhuman vocals and business of the drums; there is no denying these guys are some of the strongest musicians in the genre. That said, they never go the p ..read more

After some killer singles / demos / EPs and splits; Chilean Black-Thrash Metal maniacs MAYHEMIC will deliver their debut album via Sepulchral Voice Records on July 26th. Blistering riffs envelop you with sulphurous fire from the onset, charing malevolent and arcane energy with triumph. Their scolding guitars and pulverising drum attack is merciless and proves that this band intend on hitting with their full force as the sepulchrally spewed vocals add more evil to the mix. Speaking of the mix, the raw yet clear assault of visceral chaos is perfectly presented in true old school fashion as their ..read more