Following giving the UK a thorough thrashing in recent weeks past, Onslaught are warmed up and ready to rock European stages on their current tour, not only in celebration of their classic debut’s 40th anniversary, but also the unleashing their next LP Origins of Aggression. The new album is a compilation of re-recorded classics as … Continue reading Album Review: Onslaught – Origins of Aggression
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Mystic Circle’s new album, Kriegsgötter MMXXV, emerges as a definitive chapter in the band’s storied career whilst paying homage to their biggest influences. Known for their unrelenting black metal aesthetics and occult-themed lyrics, the German duo has once again summoned their dark energy to craft a record that is both punishing and immersive. Mystic Circle … Continue reading Album Review: Mystic Circle – Kriegsgötter MMXXV
Katatonia, a cornerstone of progressive metal and gothic soundscapes, has long captivated audiences with their melancholic and introspective music. Formed in Stockholm, Sweden in 1991 by Jonas Renkse and Anders Nyström, the band has journeyed through a transformation that mirrors their poetic exploration of human fragility and existential despair. Setting out initially as a death/doom … Continue reading Album Review: Katatonia – Nightmares as Extensions of the Waking State
Danish deliverers of groove-laden decadence Volbeat return with their ninth studio album, God of Angels Trust. With four years between albums—and mastermind Michael Poulsen taking a year out to recover from throat surgery—it truly feels like the planets have aligned with this new offering. Not only does opener "Devils Are Awake" feel like a huge … Continue reading Album Review: Volbeat – God Of Angels Trust
Japanese 4-piece Kokeshi (formed of vocalist Nana, guitarist Adel, bassist Junichi, and drummer Kazuma) are about to make waves in the Western music scene, re-releasing both their debut album Doukei and sophomore album Reikoku to be available in Europe and on vinyl for the first time. We’ll be focusing on Doukei in this particular review, … Continue reading Album Review: Kokeshi – Doukei
Courtesy of a ridiculously heavy work schedule the last few weeks, Chantel McGregor's new album (which was on my "to do" list) ended up on my "didn't do in time" list. Ms McGregor has been featured several times on our site, usually due to Gary going to every Scottish show and telling us how good … Continue reading Album Review: Chantel McGregor – The Healing