Godless – Adversus Parousia Review
[Cover art by Fenomeno Design] Did you know that Chile is pretty darn good at death metal? If not, you must be new around these parts, in which case, I say, welcome friend! We’re glad to have you here and …
Gallhammer – The End Review
Originally written by Jordan Campbell Just a couple of years ago, the Gallhammer girls were plastered across the pages of the major glossies, preening through their eyeliner cake andAmebix cutoffs, satiating the juvenile urges of every laidless, geeky …
Fleshgod Apocalypse – Agony Review
Originally written by Rae Amitay Hailed as Fleshgod Apocalypse’s masterpiece, one thing is certain: Agony is undeniably epic, incredibly well-written, and a brilliant sophomore effort. There are a few aspects of the album that, for …
Behemoth – Abyssus Abyssum Invocat Review
Before reading anything else, readers should know that Behemoth‘s latest compilation, Abyssus Abyssum Invocat, is merely a combined version of both the Conjuration and Slaves Shall Serve EPs, with a few extra bonus tracks and …
90s Essentials – Volume Two
Jumping right back in, folks: Here we have Volume 2 of MetalReview’s Most Essential Albums Of The 1990s. (Click here for Vol. 1) With some bitchin’ buzzsaw action, a thrash classic, a nice reminder that …
All Pigs Must Die – God Is War Review
originally written by Jim Brandon Although I’m not alone in feeling that the word “brutal” has been used to the point where you almost can never use it in a review anymore due to having lost …
Svartsot – Maledictus Eris Review
Originally written by Rae Amitay Svartsot formed in 2005, and is a relatively young band in the sword-slinging folk metal scene compared to seasoned veterans such as Moonsorrow, Falkenbach, and Ensiferum. Until now, they’ve also …
Cruxifiction – The Coming Review
originally written by Jim Brandon With all these genres being bent and twisted to the point where they become unrecognizable in some instances, it’s nice to have a band around like Cruxifiction, despite their rather …
After Oblivion – Vultures Review
One thing that I’ve found constantly puzzling during this whole thrash revival thingy is why nearly all of the bands forego the epic and cerebral side of thrash in favor of mostly speed, a punk …