I’ve delved into stoner doom metal enough to know what I’m looking for. While many albums I’ve explored didn’t quite capture my attention, Vast Pyre‘s material truly struck a chord. This album feels like it was forged in the very bowels of hell or the darkest reaches of space. It’s a...

Finnish melodic death metal band Re-Armed has dropped their latest single, “Pitfalls“, a groove-heavy track that showcases the band’s signature blend of intensity and melody. Released through Inverse Records, this single serves as the second glimpse into their upcoming fifth studio album. Moreover, alongside the release, Re-Armed has announced...

Over the years, Thy Catafalque has evolved from its raw black metal origins into a genre-defying band that challenges musical boundaries. Fresh off their anticipated return to Posada Rock Festival 2024, the band’s mastermind shares insights into the emotional experiences that have shaped their unique sound. This interview delves...

In a year that has already delivered a range of compelling releases, “I Before You” stands out as an impressive debut EP from the Netherlands-based metallers Under the Shadows. This four-track EP marks the band’s first official release and introduces us to their distinctive blend of metal genres. The...

“Emisferi” by Eva Can’t is a masterclass in blending serene atmospheres with heavier, post-metal elements, creating a rich sonic landscape that guides listeners through an emotional journey. The album, composed of four chapters, immerses you in a conceptual narrative, while the lyrics, sung in Italian, further enhance the experience....

September 3, 2024, at Quantic was defined by two key themes: black metal and the celebration of 40 years of Mayhem. Thus, The True Mayhem turned an otherwise quiet and uneventful September night into a real spectacle of darkness and chaos. Hosted by Rockstadt Extreme Fest, the event arrived...

Dordeduh has carved out a formidable niche in the atmospheric folk/black metal scene, merging spirituality with expansive, cinematic soundscapes that have resonated deeply with fans worldwide. Fresh off a standout performance at Posada Rock Festival, Dordeduh speaks exclusively with us about their journey through the atmospheric folk/black metal scene....

Finnish progressive metal band Adamantra has unveiled their new single, “Hypocrites“, from their upcoming third full-length album. The track delves into the dark history of witch hunts and is accompanied by a haunting lyric video. Notably, “Hypocrites” features a string quartet, a first in the band’s recording history, adding...

Wardruna, the Nordic folk group known for their haunting and atmospheric music, will come to Rockstadt Extreme Fest. The festival, set in Râșnov, Brașov, provides an ideal setting for Wardruna’s dark and evocative soundscapes, which draw from global folk traditions and ancient Nordic instruments. Since their formation in 2003,...