Australian outfit Zombie Motors Wrecking Yard are ready to release the debut album “Supersonic Rock ‘n’ Roll”  which promises to entertain the audience with wild rock tunes ready for all night long parties.

The opener “Grind The Grinder” shows immediately that the band needs to release loads of energy and the best way to do it must be to pack it all in super gritty guitar riffs. While guitars certainly hold the center stage, the solid hammering rhythmic section and the vicious vocals manage to keep up with the whole wild ride.

“Galactic Motherfucker” has an aggressive fun attitude with crunchy guitars that build a particularly groovy rhythm that calls for jumping and/or stomping and a retro sci-fi mood spices up the enjoyable raw rock theme.

“Love For Speed” delivers some vintage rocker approach that relies mainly on a traditional rock groove full of dirty guitar riffs that lead to an inflamed solo while incredibly raucous vocals deliver a catchy crazy chorus.

The title track packs another blast of genuine energy that feels like riding a motorcycle on dusty roads. Loads of groovy guitar riffs certainly carry a palpable stoner rock influence that would keep the crowd moving at a live show.

“Judas” channels an overdose of classic stoner rock in proper desert mood with plenty of crunchy guitar riffs and raspy screams to keep the dusty groove alive while another compelling guitar solo adds the classic dirty rock sound.

“Supersonic Rock ‘n’ Roll” literally burns with energy and Zombie Motors Wrecking Yard proves to know some old school rock tricks that can always fuel an explosive collection of fun rocking songs.

Renowned composer and multi-instrumentalist Nick Beggs founder of the progressive rock band The Mute Gods returns with a fascinating full length entitled “Tardigrades Will Inherit The Earth”. Lyrically this album is full of existential queries as it focuses on a grim exploration and rational analysis of the current precarious state of mankind’s existence due to numerous ill decisions and self-destructive tendencies.

“Animal Army” is surrounded by sober atmospheric arrangements but easily stands out for the enthralling guitar work with the right dose of prog style prowess and the pop influenced catchy chorus.

“We Can’t Carry On” acquires a darker mood as a sense of impending doom that pervades the lyrics is finely embedded in the guitar riffing, the highly inspired melodic breakdown and the super catchy chorus.

“The Dumbing Of The Stupid” has a more crunchy rock approach as the guitars showcase a more metal oriented style and sound. The melodic side of the song still follows similar pop rock themes nevertheless a deeper darkness takes over the guitar work adding an angry punch while elegant prog style solos create luminous polished harmonies.

The title track features a borderline mellow/happy pop rock rhythm that tends to keep a dominant role with retro keyboards and funky arrangements while the guitars try to maintain a crispy prog sound.

“Stranger Than Fiction” is a slower song focused on well crafted poetic harmonies, soothing vocals and warm piano melodies that evoke bright hopefulness for a better future.

With the sophomore release “Tardigrades Will Inherit The Earth” The Mute Gods deliver powerful stimulating lyrics and a compelling work of music where complex prog elements naturally embrace a radio friendly rock mood that will allow the band to reach a wider audience.

Dutch dark rock band DOOL is ready to debut in the music scene with the highly anticipated album “Here Now, There Then”. Featuring bassist Job van de Zande and drummer Micha Haring from renowned band Devil’s Blood and singer Ryanne van Dorst, DOOL presents a unique catchy collection of darkened songs surrounded by a fascinating hypnotic aura that deserves to be fully embraced.

“Vantablack” opens the album with a decadent mystical atmosphere featuring majestic slow guitar passages and an intriguing solo with remarkable doom/gothic accents. Ryanne van Dorst unleashes true rocker style vocals that immediately claim the spotlight as dreamy or nightmarish melodies continue to naturally unfold.

“Golden Serpents” stands out for the exquisite vintage attitude and compelling psychedelic elements. The guitars have a dominant role creating plenty of catchy melodies infused with arcane vibes that eventually lead to a simply addictive chorus.

“In Her Darkest Hour” feels like a creepy fairytale where ghastly nameless creatures lurk in the dark. Again, guitars have a major presence concocting elegant gothic rock melodies and Ryanne’s emotive vocal performance channels additional darkened mysterious vibes.

“Oweynagat” feels like a mantra burning in your mind with a rocking catchy chorus that ignites the gloomy atmosphere while every guitar riff and every melody are deeply soaked in a lascivious darkness. Ryanne’s voice cuts sharply through the dense melodic core and stylish melancholic violins enhance the moody darkened themes.

“She-Goat” delivers exquisitely sinister obsessive cycles of melodies that will inevitably get stuck in your mind. Ryanne’s vocals evoke a decadent rock style while a guitar driven rhythmic crescendo adds dynamic intensity.

DOOL proves to be a charismatic new band and “Here Now, There Then”, featuring  spellbinding songwriting that fearlessly and fiercely crosses all standard musical boundaries, will certainly conquer those attracted to all things dark and, obviously, all those who wander.

Finnish band Wolfheart are best known as the originators of Winter Metal and the brand new effort “Tyhjyys” stays true to such epitome with a grandiose collection of cold somber melodies and crushing guitar driven rhythms.

“Sores Of The Lake Simple” is an instrumental intro where ecnhanting acoustic guitar passages channel a melancholic mood while melodic electric guitars come to life triumphantly to celebrate the cold beauty of nature.

“Boneyard” might be filled with melodic Nordic sadness but also loads of tight fast guitar riffing well supported by a solid rhythmic section in proper melo-death fashion. Solemn choirs and ferocious growls lead a primordial sonic assault while atmospheric arrangements effortlessly embrace an elegantly melodic guitar solo followed by an ethereal breakdown.

“The Flood” stands out for its melodic wintry mix fully expressed in the emotional gloom of the acoustic guitars and graceful atmospheric layers. An unforgettable inspired melodic guitar solo evokes another nuance of bitterly cold wilderness and the whole instrumental work sinuously embodies this particularly profound sense of desolation.

“Call Of The Winter” shines for the dense emotional melodic core embellished by subtle symphonic arrangements and emphasized by mid paced gloomy guitar riffs that effortlessly give way to delicate piano melodies.

The title track depicts a bleak cinematic soundscape with sorrowful doom influenced guitar melodies and the whole instrumentation is constantly filled with an elegant forlorn beauty that reaches a natural emotive acme with a mesmerizing melodic guitar solo.

With “Tyhjyys” Wolfheart fiercely delivers a captivating soundtrack for your cold winter nights bringing together the icy fury of extreme metal and the beloved Scandinavian melancholy that will inevitably warm your hearts.

Featuring members of critically acclaimed Australian band Ne Obliviscaris, technical band Vipassi has released a compelling debut album entitled “Sunyata” which focuses on a rich instrumental progressive metal influenced work of music.

“Gaia” is surrounded by a subtle mysterious atmosphere that effortlessly embraces a series of complex guitar tremolo riffs and melodic leads. There is a solid rhythmic backbone but the lead guitar work tends to become the center of attention with wild borderline aggressive riffs as well as more mellow jazzy melodies.

“Benzaiten” follows a similar scenario as heavy guitar riffing evokes extreme metal roots rendered more enthralling by meticulous tempo variations in proper prog fashion and highly ethereal introspective moments.

“Elpis” channels arcane beauty and poetic atmospheric depth while the impressive guitar work creates various intricate, yet surprisingly fluid, sonic textures. Ghastly growls in the background add a blackened mood among crushing tight guitar riffing and prog oriented melodic leads.

“Samsara” delivers decadent atmospheric accents embraced by precise staccato rhythms, powerful bass lines and incredibly rich guitar riffs that offer an abstract blend of extreme technical metal and prog signature elements.

Music connoisseurs will certainly appreciate the fancy compositions of “Sunyata” which tends to rely on similar complex patterns but easily stands out for the excellent musicianship and thorough attention for stylish details.

Italian band Klimt 1918 might have been silent for several years but in reality has never ceased to work on new music and now the time has come to listen to the new grandiose release “Sentimentale Jugend”. Featuring a unique blend of shoegaze, dream pop and new wave from the 80s/90s, “Sentimentale Jugend” is released as a double album that showcases an emotional collage of life experiences and genuine passion for music.

“Montecristo” has a darkly poetic soul elegantly expressed in the lush shoegaze style guitars surrounded by generous dreamy layers and softly tormented vocals.

“Comandante” begins with a somber atmosphere where charming melancholic guitar melodies seem to come to life through a series of foggy memories and faded images.

“La Notte” features reverberated guitars that build an understated catchy rhythmic crescendo while vocals and synths evoke a murky eerie atmosphere that holds a decadent poetic soul.

“Sentimentale” is filled with emotionally charged melodies, soothing vocals and deeply melancholic vibes but also loads of acidic distorted guitar riffs with a palpable post rock attitude.

A multi layered hypnotic mood on “Nostalghia” enhances a series of delicate melodies embodied by a faintly luminous guitar sound with shimmering retro accents.

“Ciudad Lineal” showcases the dreamy melancholy of shoegaze as fragile harmonies smoothly embrace whispered vocals. A darkened aura surrounds the instrumentation which has the unconscious power of daydreaming as it acquires an electrified and distorted energy.

“Sant’Angelo (The Sound And The Fury)” features fascinating atmospheric layers and melodies that create a cinematic music palette while the guitar riffs become rather blistering with subtle urgency.

“Juvenile” stands out for the rebellious vintage rock temper that provides groovy guitar driven dynamics in the midst of gracefully soulful atmospheres lingering throughout the song.

In the current music scene the magical sonic journey created by Klimt 1918 might remain an underground gem but “Sentimentale Jugend” deserves to be listened repeatedly to fully appreciate the kaleidoscopic nature and to savor its inner nostalgia.

French-American duo Sinner Sinners are ready to release a wild rock punk influenced new album recorded at Rancho de La Luna in Joshua Tree and entitled “Optimism Disorder”. This dynamic full length holds an inner goth soul but is also filled of polychromatic groovy rhythms.

“Last Drop” showcases remarkable post-punk attitude with an inflamed rhythm built by crispy guitar riffs and strong bass lines. A sinister melodic aura is also present and successfully polishes the rough edges to deliver a smooth groove emphasized by harmonious backing vocals.

“California” delivers a rough moody rhythm with wild guitar riffs and savage punk style vocals while the main music core displays also some desert rock accents.

“Hate Yourself” channels disorder and chaos creating an intense groovy rhythm with familiar punk elements and a rather darkened atmosphere amplified by angry vocals and tight guitar riffing.

The cover of “Too Much To Dream” by The Electric Prunes is a super fun song that should be played at every party as it shines for the exquisite vintage guitar style and the surreal trippy mood.

“Preachers” is another raw punk tune that stands out for the high impact rhythmic guitar and keyboards combo and the anxiously catchy chorus.

“Celexa Blues” has a memorable goth mood with irresistible retro crunchy guitars, dizzy rhythm, dreamy keyboards and a compelling flute solo performed by Jesse Hughes of Eagles Of Death Metal.

It’s wonderful to see a married couple passionately involved in the creation of edgy music as these strong sentiments and great chemistry are crucially embedded in the musical themes of “Optimism Disorder” which also happens to be a rather entertaining work of music.