Category: Reviews

Complete Failure – Perversions Of Guilt Review

originally written by Jim Brandon Wallowing knee-deep into some seriously thick, crusty grind/hardcore, the Supernova Records’ debut from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania’s Complete Failure is about what you should expect to hear from a band on Steve

Neaera – Armamentarium Review

originally written by Jim Brandon   The Rising Tide Of Oblivion was a pretty damn solid album, but despite my admiration for Germany’s Neaera, the follow-up Let The Tempest Come didn’t really cause too much of

Xasthur – A Gate Through Bloodstained Mirrors (Reissue) Review

originally written by Chris McDonald To be blunt, I’ve never really liked Xasthur. I’m very much a fan of American black metal, and as such have made numerous attempts to gain an appreciation for Malefic’s

Hung – Progeny Review

Originally written by Erik Thomas. Synopsis: Yet another stunning unsigned act that will probably go unsigned for some unknown reason… Review: Despite the free music and hordes of admiring groupies whenever I go out in

Azaghal – Omega Review

originally written by Jim Brandon It was pure curiosity that led to choosing their newest release, Omega, to once again become acquainted with this understated Finnish four piece powerhouse after listening to and reviewing Azaghal’s

In Flames – A Sense Of Purpose Review

In the movie Bull Durham, rookie minor league pitcher Ebby Calvin LaLoush is chosen to be the pet project of local English teacher/amateur baseball psychologist Annie Savoy. She will teach him how to improve his

Agalloch – The White Review

originally written by Chris McDonald The EP is an interesting format. For most bands it’s either a way to get rid of old material that‘s been sitting around for awhile, or a quick cash-grab (usually

Nifelheim – Envoy Of Lucifer Review

Originally written by Sasha Horn Guilty as charged. Guilty as charged of making Metal into nearly flesh and blood.  Talking about it like it’s my BFF. It can do no wrong by me. Unlike a significant other, or