This CD starts off with an almost industrial type methodology to its delivery. Kind of what it would sound like if Godflesh played brutal death metal. The riffs are pretty traditional for the type of material played; however, the tone and vibe remind me a bit of classic Sepultura around the “Beneath The Remains” or “Arise” era only played with more...

23/03/2020

Strappado’s “Exigit Sincerae Devotionis Affectus” is a ten-track journey into the depths and dredges of grinding and brutal death metal. I rarely speak on the vocals first but, immediately, I was taken back to the days of Suffocation’s “Effigy Of The Forgotten” which is a plus. However, it is impossible to follow along with the lyrics which was a l...

23/01/2020

This is a nice album that starts off with some Iron Maiden style riffage that has a cool “bluesy” edge to it. There’s nothing all that complicated here, but the approach the band takes regarding the guitars is a great way to keep things fresh. To some it might sound dated and stale but, considering the number of bands who play this style of metal,...

22/01/2020

When I heard the debut offering of Purulent Necrosis entitled, “Cadaverized Humanity”, I was immediately impressed with the “thickness” of the production. This is first made evident through the relentless bashing of the drums which is how this release makes it unforgettable introduction. They are, no doubt, triggered at times but with the productio...

20/01/2020

Upon hearing the new Horrific Demise offering, “Excruciating Extermination”, I was quite impressed with the multi-faceted, hard-hitting approach the band has taken with this material. Right from the beginning the music is in your face and down your throat, pulling you in whether you like it or not. Powerful riffs seemingly coming from every directi...

16/01/2020

TIR have released upon us their new release “Metal Shock”. Right from the beginning its “Balls To The Wall” style heavy metal with some slight progressive vibes. Seriously folks, this has so much energy in it. Even on the slower material you can feel the energy and passion radiating from your speakers. What I like about this release is that they ad...

09/01/2020

Iron Griffin’s “Curse Of The Sky” is a really unique release I sense that it is definitely heavy metal, however, it incorporates some doom elements as well. Almost immediately I pick up on vibes of Pagan Altar and Black Sabbath. The traditional elements are a bit more obscure and choppy, but I think this is what the band was going for, so I wouldn’...

28/10/2019

Depraved Murder’s “Manifestation” is a short, 29-minute, excursion into the absolute maddening, and twisted insanity that is the world of death metal. From the first note to the last, the listener is going to know the massive force of the band through influences and vibes ranging from Broken Hope, Suffocation, and Cannibal Corpse; to Carnifex Devou...

24/10/2019

Skelator’s “Cyber Metal” is an exquisite journey into the many facets that envelope heavy metal in its most absolute and purest form. Treading those grounds where the foundations of such glorious music was laid, this band stakes their claim as a force to be reckoned with by giving a nod to the classic bands such as Iron Maiden, Hammerfall, Hellowee...

22/10/2019

10:13 is certainly a strange name for a band, but even stranger is their sound. In fact, I am not sure what it was I just listened to. It could be best described as some sort of progressive industrial death fusion with elements of grind. In any event it is certainly a unique combination of sounds and vibes. Regardless of this fact, I found it insan...

14/08/2019

Body Harvest’s “Parasitic Slavery” is an album sure to be talked about in the metal underground if not the metal world entirely. From beginning to end, it embodies the essence of old school death metal while incorporating the transcendence into the modern-day attitude and vibe. In years to come, this will be an undeniable classic to say the least....

02/08/2019

Iron Fire “Beyond the Void” starts off with a haunting ancient type intro, then into one of the finest examples of face ripping, neck snapping classic/power/progressive metal songs I’ve heard this year. There’s a thrash element in there too which makes the beginning of this album reminiscent of influences such as Iced Earth, Realm, Sacred Steel, Ev...

06/05/2019