All posts by Old Guard

The retired elite of LastRites/MetalReview.

Phazm – Antebellum Death ‘N Roll Review

Originally written by Jason Jordan. Though my memory of Phazm’s debut – Hate at First Seed – is fuzzy at best, I don’t recall it being quite as varied as this one. Antebellum Death ‘N Roll is entertaining and different,

Moonsorrow – V – Hävitetty Review

Originally written by Jason Jordan. The prospect of another Moonsorrow full-length so soon after the monstrous Verisäkeet was enough to keep me focused on the new one’s release date months before it arrived. And what a payoff! The fifth

Solefald – Black for Death: An Icelandic Odyssey, Pt. II Review

Originally written by Erik Thomas. Synopsis: Lazare and Cornelius return for part two of their Icelandic Odyssey and it basically is on par with the high quality of part one, Red For Fire. Review: Though I often think

Manowar – The Day The Earth Shook – The Absolute Power Review

Originally written by Erik Thomas. Synopsis: Say what you want about Manowar-they put on one hell of a show and their lavish DVD perfectly captures the band in their element: in front of their fans. Review:

Melechesh – Emissaries Review

Originally written by Doug Moore. I first heard of Melechesh in the same context that I imagine most people hear of them: “They’re that death metal band from Israel, maaan!” Turns out that such is not exactly

The Faceless – Akeldama Review

Originally written by Jason Jordan. The illustrious Jeremy Garner and I had a conversation recently about Sumerian Records’ debut from The Faceless, and here’s what was said about the 33-minute Akeldama: JG: “Maybe I’m in the wrong mood

Immolation – Dawn Of Possession (Remastered) Review

Originally written by Ian Duncan-Brown. Immolation’s first album has recently been reissued. Why should you care? Some fans call it the band’s best ever because it represents Immolation in their purest, most brutal form. That’s a compelling argument,

Azarath – Diabolic Impious Evil Review

originally written by Jim Brandon Do you like Sadistic Intent? How about Krisiun and Hacavitz? Does Hate Eternal’s one-speed attack leave you desiring something more? Enter stage right: Azarath’s third album, Diabolic Impious Evil, and