Category: Reviews
The Ocean – Heliocentric Review
originally written by Erik Thomas Ok, so there’s “ambitious”– maybe a three part song about the Illiad or a concept album based on the Bible — and then there’s Germany’s The Ocean who have released two sets …
The Howling Wind – Into The Cryosphere Review
originally written by Jim Brandon Every few months or so, five or ten killer bands suddenly appear on my radar from different places, all playing roughly parallel styles, and all somewhat new to my ear. …
Bison B.C. – Dark Ages Review
originally written by Chris McDonald While stoner/doom type stuff isn’t something I typically reach for often, Bison B.C.’s fun, anthemic take on the style struck a chord with me back in 2008 when the band’s …
Svartsot – Mulmets Viser Review
originally written by Erik Thomas Much like Heidevolk, Denmark’s Svartsot came out with a solid debut a couple of years ago and made an immediate mark on the somewhat frolicky Viking metal scene by mixing stern mid-paced chunky death …
Heidevolk – Uit Oude Grond Review
originally written by Erik Thomas I was a huge fan of 2008’s Wallhalla Wacht from these Dutch folk-metal newcomers (new at the time, at least). When I heard that 2010 would see a follow up, I almost soiled …
Autumnal Reaper – Rise Of The Raging Death Review
originally written by Jim Brandon I’m not extremely well-educated when it comes to bands from the Netherlands, so Autumnal Reaper was a completely new discovery beyond my usual listening habits. Pinning the band down to …
Unleashed – As Yggdrasil Trembles Review
originally written by Erik Thomas Unleashed has put out three very solid albums since the band’s legendarily bad 2002 comeback album, Hell’s Unleashed. Sworn Allegiance, Midvinterblot, and Hammer Battalion were all worthy of the Unleashedname and legacy, and even with yet …
Svarti Loghin – Drifting Through The Void Review
Originally written by Jordan Campbell I’ll be the first to admit that I don’t fully understand the roots of the post-rock and neo-folk influences that are slowly creeping their way into black metal. Yeah, it’s …