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Ensiferum – From Afar Review
Originally written by Ross Main. There is a lot to be gained from setting the scene and introducing an album properly, particularly if you are so hot on being labeled as “heroic folk metal.” Ensiferum are a …
Swallow The Sun – Plague Of Butterflies Review
originally written by Chris McDonald In a turn of events almost identical to the circumstances that led to the release of Arsis’ A Diamond For Disease EP, Finnish melodoom stalwarts Swallow The Sun have released …
Moonsorrow – Tulimyrsky EP Review
Ep-ic [ep-ik]: noting or pertaining to a long poetic composition, usually centered upon a hero, in which a series of great achievements or events is narrated in elevated style. Ep-ic as Balls [ep-ik az bawls]: …
Children of Bodom – Blooddrunk Review
My relationship with Children of Bodom is very similar to the one I have with In Flames. Both were started at the same time (in 1999, when Hatebreeder and Colony were the respective current releases) …
Kiuas – The New Dark Age Review
Originally written by Erik Thomas. Synopsis: I’ve never been a real power metal fan. My only passing interest is that I am going to patent the name “Dragonsex” to form my own mock power metal …
Machinae Supremacy – Overworld Review
Originally written by Jordan Campbell According to the soft-spoken word on the street, Machinae Supremacy were/are a melodeath-styled outfit with a serious SidStation fetish. Those without extensive knowledge of computer history or Timbaland’s exploits in noisemaking probably …
Rotten Sound – Cycles Review
Originally written by Jason Jordan. Is it surprising that Finnish grinders Rotten Sound have unleashed another fine full-length? Hardly. Following their 2005 LP Exit and 2006 EP Consume to Contaminate, Cycles, like Exit, is also an 18-track record chock full of abrasive, caustic …
Reverend Bizarre – III: So Long Suckers Review
There is a very wise Chinese proverb that states, “If you must play, decide on three things at the onset: the rules of the game, the stakes, and the quitting time.” Ancient Chinese secret, huh? …