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 …
Midnight – Hellish Expectations Review
I quite liked – but didn’t quite love – the last Midnight record, 2022’s Let There Be Witchery, and based on the initial announcement for this follow-up, I was not alone. According to the press …
Ponte Del Diavolo – Fire Blades From The Tomb Review
One of the very best things about music is that quite literally anyone can make it. Your neighbor who never trims his hydrangeas? Could be a secret banjo virtuoso. That lady at the grocery store …
Soulmass – Principality Of Mechanical Violence Review
[Cover art by Samuel Nelson] When I reviewed Soulmass’ previous album, Let Us Pray, and when I named it to spot number 20 on my best-of list last year, I mentioned that while part of …
Hands Of Goro – Hands Of Goro Review
[Cover artwork by Christie Crapeticio / EmoWeasel] Here is a random drawing of an individual who has recently encountered the fists of Goro whilst listening to Hands of Goro. And now, let us bow our …
Blast Rites: MooM – Plague Infested Urban Dump Of The Future Review
According to an interview on Lixiviat Records’ site, the name “MooM” most closely translates into English as “defect” — the intended meaning being the “disadvantages of being born into this reality while being awake to …
Dipygus – Dipygus Review
You know what I’m talking about when I talk about “The Filth”? Well, Dipygus got The Filth. If you don’t know what I’m talking about here – and based on forty-plus years of experience with …
Spectral Voice – Sparagmos Review
Ah, fear—a souvenir for the living. Fear, in and of itself, is subjective. However, certain situations and experiences fall into the “objective” category. For example, suppose you find yourself the victim of insects burrowing, bulging, …
Staff Infections – February 2024
Alright kids, it’s time once again for Staff Infections. You know how it goes: We listen to music and share it with you, and hopefully, you listen to music and share it with us. Maybe …