Category: Reviews
Xerath – I Review
Originally written by Jordan Campbell Xerath‘s debut, I, is inhuman. In a bad way. Typically, the use of such a descriptor is regarded as a positive. Throughout the history of metaldom, legions of bands have effectively …
Sky Shadow Obelisk – Sky Shadow Obelisk Review
Sky Shadow Obelisk is an experimental doom project from the mind of Rhode Island multi-instrumentalist/vocalist/composer Peter Scartabello. On this self-titled EP and debut release, Scartabello applies his classical training to two tracks totaling over 26 …
Graveyard – Into The Mausoleum Review
originally written by Chris McDonald “Old school” death metal has seen a powerful resurgence lately, spearheaded by outstanding offerings from the likes of Dead Congregation and Necrovation. Much like any revivalist trend (especially the recent …
Sunn O))) – Monoliths & Dimensions Review
originally written by Chris McDonald One thing is for certain; whatever the hell this band is doing, they’re doing it right. Ever since their full-length debut in 2000, Sunn O)))’s role in the metal world …
Father Befouled – Profano Ad Regnum Review
Originally released at the tail-end of 2008, Profano Ad Regnum has gotten a limited-edition re-release on vinyl some eight months later. Normally, I’m indifferent towards vinyl re-releases (or vinyl releases, period), but given the production …
Swashbuckle – Back To The Noose Review
Originally written by Ross Main. I have always thought my destiny in life was to fight evil and serve justice in the most cool and unofficial way possible, but I think I’ve missed a damn …
Bone Gnawer – Feast Of Flesh Review
Originally written by Erik Thomas I had pretty high hopes for this release considering how much I enjoyed Kam Lee’s last effort, the zombified Denial Fiend, included in Pulverised’s history of solid old school death metal …
Forced Evolution – Sealed Review
Some bands are just an ingredient or two away from being a real force within their particular style. Such is the case with Belgium’s Forced Evolution. On their Sealed promo (to be followed by their …