Sigh – Gallows Gallery (Reissue) Review
Originally written by Jason Jordan. My experience with Tokyo’s Sigh is spotty, but I can see why staunch black metallers have been disappointed by the band’s refusal to return to their roots. Instead, the five-piece continue to …
The Dillinger Escape Plan – Ire Works Review
Originally written by Chris Chellis. Now that Ire Works has been out for a while, all of us have had a bit of time to reflect on Dillinger Escape Plan’s third full-length. First and foremost, this album was …
Dark Funeral – Attera Orbis Terrarum – Part 1 Review
Originally written by Erik Thomas. Synopsis: Things I learned from watching Dark Funeral’s first ever DVD, Attera Orbis Terrarum (Part I): 1) ¾ of Dark Funeral need an ab-roller or to at least do some sit ups. 2) Red …
Rotten Sound – Cycles Review
Originally written by Jason Jordan. Is it surprising that Finnish grinders Rotten Sound have unleashed another fine full-length? Hardly. Following their 2005 LP Exit and 2006 EP Consume to Contaminate, Cycles, like Exit, is also an 18-track record chock full of abrasive, caustic …
Eternity – Funeral Mass Review
originally written by Chris McDonald In an era where black metal is often either pretentiously “difficult” or stupidly simplistic, German quintet Eternity avoid both extremes and deliver an excellent record that will feel familiar to black metal …
Epica – The Divine Conspiracy Review
Originally written by Keith Fox. My first few listens of The Divine Conspiracy, Epica’s fourth full-length, left me with a bad taste in my mouth. Subsequent listens yielded better results, but it wasn’t until maybe the seventh …
Litmus – Planetfall Review
Originally written by Ian Chainey When it comes to established subgenres, I’d normally tell you to put the new on the backburner and explore the old first. Sadly, I say that with experience. I’ve ruined …
Caliban – The Awakening Review
Originally written by Michael Roberts. Say what you want about Caliban, they certainly have a strong work ethic. Following on quick smart from last year’s lackluster The Undying Darkness, The Awakening is the German metalcore outfit’s third full-length since …