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Metal Reviews

Nov. 13, 2023

Moon Tooth - Grimothy

Before I get into this new track, I have to regrettably admit that I only recently learned about Moon Tooth. These guys are AWESOME. The first track that I came across from the band is the single Grimothy from their upcoming album. I was hooked righ…

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Oct. 30, 2023

Prong - State of Emergency

When it comes to reviews, they don't always have to be about a romantic candlelight dinner or how Rick and Morty season 7 sucks (it doesn't). In this case, I get to rant about the destructive, hard-hitting album that is 'State of Emergency' by Prong…

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Oct. 20, 2023

Go Ahead And Die - Unhealthy Mechnisms

The latest release from the Cavalera metal dynasty is here and it doesn’t disappoint. Comprised of Igor Amadeus Cavalera (Healing Magic) Max Cavalera (Sepultura, Soulfly, Cavalera Conspiracy) and Johnny Valles (Ensepulcher,) Go Ahead And Die b…

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Oct. 10, 2023

Baroness - Stone

As a metal fan, I was ecstatic to receive the latest offering from Baroness. The band, comprising of John Baizley, Nick Jost, Sebastian Thomson and Gina Gleason, brings a fusion of stoner, doom metal and rock, which results in an absolute eargasm. D…

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Oct. 9, 2023

Sunami - Sunami

The moment you hit play on Sunami's self-titled album, be ready for a sonic blast that'll have you bracing for impact. The band wastes no time in delivering their hard-hitting tracks that hit you right in the gut with unapologetic fury. In just unde…

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Oct. 1, 2023

Asinhell - Implii Hora

Asinhell's debut album, Implii Hora, is a brutal collaboration that unleashes an unparalleled death metal experience. Michael Poulson (Volbeat), along with Marc Grewe (ex-Morgoth)and Morten Toft Hansen (Raunchy), creates an unrelenting collection of…

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Sept. 23, 2023

Cannibal Corpse - Chaos Horrific

Let’s continue the run of Death Metal by pulling the skin curtains back on the latest release from the godfathers of gore, Cannibal Corpse's "Chaos Horrific". This album is definitely not for the faint of heart, with its grotesque and disturbi…

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Sept. 21, 2023

Tomb Mold - The Enduring Spirit

As soon as I heard the opening riff of Tomb Mold's latest album, The Enduring Spirit, I knew I was in for a treat. This Toronto-based death metal band has always impressed me with their ability to create  unrelenting and sinister meatbag songs …

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Sept. 19, 2023

Clutch - PA Tapes (Live in Nashville)

If you're looking for an album that'll get you pumped, look no further than Clutch's PA Tapes (Live in Nashville) album. Recorded during their 2022 tour, this album showcases the raw power and energy that only a live Clutch show can hammer. Right f…

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Sept. 11, 2023

Orbit Culture - Descent

There are few certain things in this world, death, morning wood and metal bands that take the metal community by storm. The latter exactly describes Orbit Culture. From Sweden, vocalist/guitarist Niklas Karlsson, guitarist Richard Hansson, bassist F…

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