Tag: Black

Watain – Sworn To The Dark Review

originally written by Jim Brandon When I first heard from a few reliable sources that the new Watain was more melodic and deliberate than their past works, admittedly, apprehension set in very quickly for me.

Nagelfar – Virus West (Reissue) Review

Originally written by Ian Chainey I want to believe that Ván is pushing Nagelfar’s third and final full-length back out to the public because it never had its fair share of time in the spotlight.

The Ruins of Beverast – Rain Upon The Impure Review

Originally written by Erik Thomas. Synopsis: I have actually owned this album for quite some time now, and even still I have a hard time reviewing it and putting its depressive majesty into words. Review: Consisting of

The Stone – Magla Review

originally written by Chris McDonald It’s albums like Serbian outfit The Stone’s Magla that make it great to not only be a metal reviewer, but a metal fan as well. I could easily have gone my entire life

Antaeus – Blood Libels Review

Originally written by Jeremy Garner Obviously this review is a bit late getting out the door, partly because of when it was sent in and partly because of my own failure, but whatever you think, don’t

Mayhem – Ordo Ad Chao Review

Jim Brandon’s take: Some of us just can’t help but be rebels by nature, even when surrounded by selective kindred souls. With very few exceptions and regardless of my love for the genre, black metal

Obscurus Advocam – Verbia Daemonicus Review

originally written by Jim Brandon Even though it’s really not as new of a phenomenon as some seem to believe, the French metal scene has become a thriving melting pot for many diverse, talented bands

Walpurgisnacht – Die Derwaert Gaen En Keeren Niet Review

Originally written by Erik Thomas. Synopsis: I gotta tell you, I may not be a black metal expert or aficionado, but I can tell you one thing: This is how I like my black metal. Review: Grim,