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The Joy Thieves – American Parasite (Armalyte)

Been expectantly awaiting this, finally after three highly rated EP’s The Joy Thieves get round to their debut album. Since forming or should that be spawning into the multi-limbed industro-wrecking machine they are, this lot have certainly kept us on… Continue Reading →

Vouna – Atropos (Profound Lore)

In Greek mythology, Atropos is one of the three Fates, three sisters who enforce the destiny of mortals. Clotho spins the thread of life, Lachesis is responsible for measuring it while Atropos, the oldest of the Fates, chooses the manner… Continue Reading →

Molis Sepulcrum – Left For Worms (Pulverised Records)

Spellcheck nemesis Molis Sepulcrum, seem to be keeping a low profile on the old socials, almost as if they are either in a witness protection scheme having given up the goods and turned state against the Hungarian Mafia, or it’s… Continue Reading →

Towards Atlantis Lights – When the Ashes Devoured the Sun (Melancholic Realm Productions)

This is the second album by the Italian/Greek quartet, with three quarters based in Rome and the last in Wales. Having reviewed the last Aphonic Threnody towards the end of last year, I figured I’d give this a go as… Continue Reading →

Friisk – …Un Torügg Bleev Blot Sand (Vendetta Records)

I thought I was pretty clued up when it came to black metal, especially atmospheric black metal, but I have to hang my head in shame and admit Friisk were a new proposition to me even though they have an… Continue Reading →

Olorin – Through Shadow and Flame (Rafchild Records)

I know a bit about the Lord of the Rings books, having the distinction of being not only a fantasy and sci-fi nerd, but also a pen and paper role-playing game fan. My first experience of this was playing Middle… Continue Reading →

Amenra – De Doorn (Relapse)

A band that need no introduction, Amenra are without a doubt one of the most explosive and prolific bands in modern metal. The excitement surrounding each new release is momentous and latest opus ‘De Doorn’ (the thorn) is no exception…. Continue Reading →

Butcher In The Fog – Exonerate Me Baby (S/R)

London three-piece Butcher in the Fog have been around for 8 ish years and how I have not heard of them until now is a travesty. Exonerate ME, Baby is their third full length release and they celebrated it recently at London’s beloved scene… Continue Reading →

Pledge – Haunted Visions (Raging Planet)

As well as being a noted brand of polish for surfaces and furniture, Pledge is the name of a post hardcore band from Portugal. I know that they have a good live reputation, released an EP in 2018 and quote… Continue Reading →

Ophidian I – Desolate (Season Of Mist)

Desolate is an appropriate adjective for beautiful landscapes of this bands Icelandic homeland but not for the technical dexterity within the obliterating ten tracks on this sophomore. All the bands members are part of other acts and that wealth of… Continue Reading →

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