Delightfully Weird Dec. 1, 2016

Sounds Like Murder
by Septa

The Pitch: Ukranian eclectic mixture of alternative rock, experimental, post-hardcore, and progressive. What I Like: This album is just delightfully weird. It's not overtly avant-garde, and yet within its vaguely alternative shell there is something gestating that is not quite of this earth.I am am...

Electro Tapas Dec. 1, 2016

Streghe
by Pavor Nocturnus

The Pitch: More creepy ambient/industrial music, this time courtesy of Eugenio Mazza from Milano, Italy. What I Like: First and foremost, if you're still kind of a noob to this genre like me you'll appreciatethis bite-sized point of entry. The EP is a good length which allows each track to be analy...

Syk, bruh Nov. 30, 2016

I-Optikon
by Syk

The Pitch: Italy-based progressive, avant-garde metal band Syk unlock the secrets of insanity with their new release from Phil Anselmo's Housecore Records. What I Like: Well, well. This is another one for the books. I think the "I" in the title stands for "Innovation." I-Optikon is an artsy, unconv...

Battle of the Borgirs Nov. 30, 2016

Omerta
by Misanthropia

The Pitch: Dutch melodic black metal for fans of Dimmu Borgir. What I Like: As much flack as Dimmu Borgir gets, I don't think anyone pulls off that sound as well as them. That having been said, Misanthropia make a good run of it. The vocals have power, and the drums...they sound amazing. Try not to...

Exclusive Cotillion Premiere Nov. 30, 2016

Korean Fan Death
by Cotillion

The Pitch: Welcome back New Yorkeclectic instrumentalproject Cotillion. The band has released another new album calledKorean Fan Death and are sharing two exclusice pre-release tracks. What I Like: Once again, the band does not dissapoint when it comes to showcasing a variety of styles. You've got ...

Decent Deathcore Nov. 29, 2016

Circles
by Crucify Me Gently

The Pitch: New deathcore fromUkraine."An existential ode for the human being who is facing the unthinkable pain before and after death." What I Like: As far as traditional deathcore goes, this ain't half bad. It's got some of those slow, heavy beatdown moments that make you grit your teeth and mime...

LIVE RECAP: Dark Tranquillity, Swallow The Sun, and guests at the Hawthorne Theater Nov. 29, 2016

Ranking Dark Tranquillity 2
by Dark Tranquillity

THE VENUE Welcome toanother typically rainy Portland evening. The Hawthorne theater is a popular all-ages venue located at 1507 SE 39th Ave in Portland, OR. It's in a hip part of town that draws a diverse audience. As you can see below, the dcor was fitting of a metal show, especially that glorio...

Another Promising Start Nov. 29, 2016

Nemo Optavit Vivere
by Insonus

The Pitch: Italian black metal band just formed this year puts out their first EP. What I Like: I like the mixture ofdepressive post-black (like thefirst intro) withother riffs that are more reminiscent of Taake. Even the occasional "Unghs!" sound a bit like Hoest. I also really like the variation ...

A Different Approach Nov. 28, 2016

Umbra Mortis / Nicość
by Srogość

The Pitch: Polish black metal bandSrogość, whose debut we covered prior to this site's full conception, has finally returned with a mixed release containing both old material and 3 brand new songs. What I Like: These guys maintain a raw sound that combines influences from the second wavewith more m...

Oslo, Ohio Nov. 28, 2016

Burial Oath
by Burial Oath

The Pitch: Debut EP from unsigned Cleveland black metal act, Burial Oath, consisting of members of Witchhelm, Cholera, and Atomic Witch. What I Like: I really like that opening guitar hook. It sounds like a cross between Satyricon and Opeth. In fact, across the board the guitar is a huge draw. Soli...

A Crusty "Harmageddon" Nov. 25, 2016

List
by Martyrdod

The Pitch: Swedish crust/metallic hardcore giants Martyrdd bring forth a "Harmageddon" of D-beat destruction. What I Like: Having D-beat in yourmusic almost triples your chances of me reviewing your album. I'm just a sucker for it. Luckily, Martyrdd understand that an album in this fairly straight-...

Pulverizing Nov. 25, 2016

Cast The First Stone
by Ion Dissonance

The Pitch: After a six year wait, Canadian mathcore legends Ion Dissonance return to keep things as violent and heavy as possible. What I Like:The riffs, basswork, drumming,and production on this album are pulverizing from the first few seconds. These guys do not f#@k around or otherwise waste time...

Dutch Old School Nov. 25, 2016

Through Realms Unseen
by Entrapment

The Pitch: Swedish-styled old school death metal from Dutch band, Entrapment's third album. What I Like: As maligned as it is, I am still a sucker for that HM-2 tone. I'm no expert, so this could be slightly different, but the similarities are there. Love the power behind the vocals while they rema...

Church Music Nov. 24, 2016

Devoured By Damnation
by Kratornas

The Pitch: Canada-based black/thrash/grind project Kratornas cranks out the sacrilege and chaos like Absu on speed. What ILike: The solos are madness on this record, as are most of the riffs. This is certainly one of the fastest extreme metal records of the year. I also dig the staccato vocals. Wh...

Intergenerational Trauma Nov. 24, 2016

Heart of Akamon
by Nechochwen

Nechochwen is, at base, a blackened folk metal band from West Virginia. The project developed in part as "the passionate exploration of Native American Indian heritage through stunning classical guitar instrumentation and lush atmosphere with occasional forays into extreme metal." As far as one-sent...

Of Flannel and Stage Diving Nov. 23, 2016

Phantom Wax
by Sycomore

The Pitch: French trio Sycomore plays a combination of grungy alternative and metal on their new (name your price) album, Phantom Wax. What I Like: Much like classic 90's metal/rock tightrope walkersa laHelmet, the music is simple yet effective. Hooks are based on infectious grooves that are certai...

New York Doom Nov. 23, 2016

Children Of The Psychedelicult
by Poisoned by Life

The Pitch:New York doom metal band, among the first I reviewed, is back with more tunes trading overt darkness for psychodelics. What I Like: While this album is certainly a shift in style, it shows maturations and versatility. The production, especially given the guitar tone and vocal effects, mak...

Unpredictable Nov. 22, 2016

Thanatopsis
by Dischordia

The Pitch: Oklahoma City based technical,progressive death metal trio Dischordia will leave even diehard fans scratching their heads over the course of this album. FFO Coma Cluster Void. What I Like: Eclectic and weird are the key words here. Some riffs are straight prog, others delve into Meshugga...

Progressive Blackgaze For Days Nov. 22, 2016

Monsters
by L'Homme Absurde

The Pitch: Unsigned post-black metal band from Moscow. Originally founded in 2015 as one-man band of "A." (Mare Infinitum, Who Dies In Siberian Slush, Comatose Vigil, A Young Mans Funeral), now a quartet. What I Like: Very immersive. I can take a swim inside the moods this album pours forth. I also...

Avant-Prog Nov. 21, 2016

Hypnosophy
by Aenaon

I know I only just discovered Aenaon's previous effort, Extance, earlier this year; but I feel like myexcitement over this follow-up is a testament to what a strong impression that album left on me. Hypnosophy is the thirdLP from the Greek progressive and avant-garde black metal collective; and hope...
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