Honest and in-depth reviews of the latest metal albums, singles, and live performances. Discover the best new releases and timeless classics.
SpiritWorld has never been a band to follow the beaten path. With Helldorado, their third full-length release, the Las Vegas outfit continues to carve their own niche in the metal...
Cradle of Filth is a band that has been synonymous with heavy metal for many years, focusing on storytelling through concepts and music. The band’s 14th studio album, The Screaming...
Cradle of Filth is a band that has been synonymous with heavy metal for many years, focusing on storytelling through concepts and music. The band’s 14th studio album, Cry of...
(Armageddon Label) Rating: 9.0 All it took was a minute and five seconds and a “Drill Into the Brain” to know what was to come. Cali crossover thrash legends sixth...
(Alone) Rating: 8.0 Sophomore effort by a (surprised) internet collaboration that took flight and now is a hotly sought after live commodity, due to their exclusivity (and talent), having originally...
(Napalm) Rating: 7.5 Swagger mixed with whimsy and wonder. This is how Tobi got his groove back. Outside of a few months on Moonglow, the last two Avantasia forays have...
(Napalm) Rating: 8.0 In a sign of the digitally connected times we live, almost half of this album has already been issued: five of the eleven proper tracks (the title...
(Prophecy Productions) Rating: 9.5 Kremess is the second full-length from German duo Gràb. They are not an unknown force and what they bring to the game are lyrics in old...
(ROAR!) Rating: 7.0 Good to see this kind of music originating in the States, as for far too long it was exclusively the province of Europe. Not only did this...
(No Remorse) Rating: 7.5 The opening “Ride For Ruin” features a guest spot from Jeff Loomis (Nevermore/ex-Arch Enemy) on guitar. While that may be the calling card for some, there’s...
