Belgian obscure black metal stalwarts Enthroned invoke ominous forces to compose the merciless twelfth full-length “Ashspawn” which rightfully becomes a celebration of death and rebirth.
“Crawling Temples” is the vessel of uncompromising black metal as guitars violently emerge from some impossibly dark abyss to deliver majestic rhythmic patterns fueled by the insanely fast drumming.
Characterized by uneasy tonalities “Stillborn Litany” gradually acquires indisputable ferocity as the precise rhythmic section dictates a feverish tempo embellished by solemn accents and convoluted guitar leads.
You could never escape the total darkness of the title track which efficiently maintains an asphyxiating rhythmic core, consequently the relentless guitar riffs create a constant sense of impending demise.
“Ashen Advocacy” dwells within a cryptic atmospheric realm where the visceral guitar riffs and the desperate harmonious phrases diligently prepare a perilous descent into tenebrous depths in the midst of a chaotic rhythmic rampage.
In the lugubrious dimension of “Assertion” there is time for introspection but guitars hold an ancestral malevolent essence producing sharp riffage and vitriolic progressions complemented by the hellish growls.
After three decades Enthroned remains faithful to a ritualistic black metal worship and continues to unleash sheer terror through the oppressive soundscapes of “Ashspawn”.

Inspired by local legends and enigmatic myths Carach Angren presents a new dramatic chapter of their prolific career with the ghastly narratives and symphonic grandeur of the EP “The Cult of Kariba”.
This horrific tale of vengeance unfolds through the cryptic atmospheric realm of “Draw Blood” where colossal guitars channel a primordial blackened essence as speed increases significantly while the majestic orchestrations manifest a macabre attraction for epic scores and decadent melodic themes.
“The Resurrection of Kariba” relies on the stark beauty of classical piano and solemn atmospheric arrangements that inevitably evolve into a furious rhythmic assault easily amplified by frostbitten guitar tones and creepy growls.
The curtain falls as the operetta “Venomous 1666” delivers the right dosage of aggression through the relentless rhythmic section in contrast with the opulent symphonic orchestrations and the heart wrenching sentiment of the impeccable violins.
If you love extreme metal and horror literature “The Cult of Kariba” will satisfy your needs as Carach Angren confidently expand their narrative universe through brutality and exquisite classical elegance.

With a refreshed lineup and a blazing creative approach, heavy rock veterans Stoned Jesus look forward to building a brighter future with the release of “Songs To Sun”, the first album in an ambitious forthcoming trilogy.
The trippy ride properly begins with the massive guitar driven grooves of “New Dawn” executed in perfect stoner fashion and faithful to the band’s trademark heaviness, therefore monolithic riffs are at the center of an energetic rhythmic core in contrast with the magical slow burning melodic progressions.
A perennial melancholia surrounds “Lost In The Rain” as the rhythmic section slows down to emphasize the contemplative mood and guitars carefully create intricate melodies ultimately leading to an impressive solo.
The hazy wild distortion embedded in “Low” demands a tighter aggressive rhythmic ensemble so guitars focus on gelid tonalities and a series of wicked grooves that can even acquire extra speed guided by a shadowy extreme metal force.
Due to a moody catchiness the chorus of “Quicksand” gets stuck in your mind while the attentive acoustic guitars evoke a gloomy peacefulness yet the hypnotizing rhythmic crescendos eventually follow a more chaotic sonic pathway complemented by the frantic vocals.
Overall “Songs To Sun” shows a genuine fuzzed-out rock quintessence and has the necessary strength to truly celebrate the beginning of an inspiring new artistic chapter for Stoned Jesus.

Norwegian masters Green Carnation begin a new convoluted music trilogy returning to a long-form storytelling with the release “A Dark Poem, Part I: The Shores of Melancholia” which is certainly the legit product of hard work and cathartic artistic evolution.
“As Silence Took You” chooses a sorrowful melodic pathway where exquisite orchestrations and eloquent guitar progressions constantly thrive and the theatrical vocal performance further emphasize the darkly contemplative themes.
Green Carnation fiercely unleash a primordial energy reminiscing of their strong underground roots with monolithic guitar riffs and the resulting aggressive rhythmic assault of “The Slave That You Are” is even more amplified by the majestic growls courtesy of guest vocalist Grutle Kjellson from mighty Enslaved.
An immense melancholia in fact always emerges throughout “The Shores of Melancholia” but you will find plenty of harsh grooves, thrilling rhythmic variations executed in perfect prog style and colossal guitar riffs.
“Too Close to the Flame” closes the album in epic fashion delivering a massive dosage of guitar driven grooves fueled by an impeccable feverish rhythmic section and enriched by a series of flamboyant solos.
“A Dark Poem, Part I: The Shores of Melancholia” aptly symbolizes an artistic rebirth as Green Carnation can please and at the same time challenge the fans with an ambitious collection of songs that seamlessly combine heaviness and poetry.

Blackened heavy metal band Nite bravely chooses to persevere in times of immense darkness blasting big guitar driven grooves and epic melodies on the third full-length “Cult Of The Serpent Sun”.
The title track immediately showcases the raucous heavy metal attitude of the whole album so guitars become possessed by an obscure energy to generate relentless riffs and the result is a quite catchy hymn to darkness.
“Crow (Fear The Night)” is a further confirmation of the crucial role of guitars maintaining a darkly seductive allure, certainly amplified by the ominous vocals, and proving skillful musicianship with an overdose of powerful licks.
“The Mystic” reaches a higher complexity as the brooding atmospheric nuances surround a sober series of majestic guitar melodies following a slower mystifying tempo that can make you space out.
“The Last Blade” pays homage to the glory of classic heavy metal with a massive dosage of soaring riffs effortlessly building entertaining rhythmic variations later enriched by the extra fancy guitar solo.
Listening to “Tarmut” we might fall into the depths of darkness as the rhythmic backbone acquires eerie tonalities to support the perennial melancholia of the captivating melodic guitar work ultimately leading to a masterful contemplative solo.
Under an enigmatic shroud of darkness Nite move forward to perfect their sonic formula and their proclaimed blackened twist on NWOBHM evidently comes to life throughout the moody grooves of “Cult Of The Serpent Sun”.

Featuring extraordinary artists, extreme metal powerhouse Vltimas is ready to raise the bar conjuring arcane forces throughout the sophomore release “Epic”.
The title track is a fierce representation of the band’s musical pathway as guitars immediately take the center stage delivering the perfect dose of malevolent riffs and anguished melodic themes complemented by David Vincent’s majestic vocals.
On the impactful track “Miserere” as the drums acquire extra speed and violence guitars inevitably engage in an unrestrained rhythmic rampage in proper death metal fashion destined to reach the acme with a wicked solo.
“Mephisto Manifesto” aptly manifests diabolical tones through the sophisticated darkened melodic lines and David’s devilish vocal delivery while the tight rhythmic section skillfully builds memorable dynamics.
“Invictus” captures your attention with aptly epic vocals and consequently aims to become a groovy march to war constantly fueled by the hammering drums and often embellished by evocative slow burning guitar leads.
“Spoils Of War” maintains the ideal combo of gritty riffage and darkly contemplative melodic passage emphasized by the shadowy guitar sound delivering some accomplished technical variations.
“Epic” ultimately symbolizes the rightful product of an honest creative method as Vltimas meticulously shape their signature sound and invoke the profane strength of extreme metal to confidently put together a massive sonic assault.

Greek cult band On Thorns I Lay returns to shake the underground metal scene spreading perennial melancholia and grief through the apocalyptic tales of the new self-titled album.
“Fallen From Grace” constantly conjures a classic death-doom essence as a grave atmosphere forebodes the beginning of a perilous journey focusing on heavy riffage and visceral growls while strings and lead guitars can effortlessly create mournful melodic themes.
“Crestfallen” enhances the melancholic soul with graceful acoustic passages and dreamy piano melodies yet maintains a rhythmic tension with towering drum blasts and faster darker riffs ultimately leading to an eloquent guitar solo.
“Among The Wolves” instantly stands out for the doomy guitar progressions evoking grim emotions and the consequent vicious rhythmic dynamics are easily enriched by charismatic soloing and somber melodic accents.
Within the cryptic atmospheric realm of “Thorns of Fire” the decadent beauty of the melodic guitar work and the sorrowful flute swirls captivates the listeners while the monumental rhythmic section diligently follows a harsh doomed pathway.
Once again On Thorns I Lay don’t disappoint their loyal fanbase proudly invoking the ominous force of death metal and the endless despair of doom to craft monolithic rhythmic patterns and sublime melodies.

Founded by multi-instrumentalist mastermind Tamás Kátai,Thy Catafalque have demonstrated a limitless artistic evolution that now leads to the shapeshifting soundscapes of the 11th album “Alföld”.
“A csend hegyei” opens the portal to a darkened sonic realm as the band’s primordial black metal roots demand a series of asphyxiating rhythmic dynamics with incessant riffage and cavernous growls.
Within the murky atmospheric ensemble of “A földdel egyenlő” the monolithic rhythmic section focuses on extra speed and sheer brutality while celestial harmonies emerge from a distant dimension to bring solace.
The title track constantly manifests a complex composition using the brute force of extreme metal to generate malignant grooves in contrast with a melancholia infused melodic flow embellished by delicate female vocals while guitars have the chance to develop intricate prog style leads well supported by the precise drumming.
Throughout the instrumental track “Folyondár” a wild folk spirit takes over as the spellbinding violins and the magical flute convey uplifting feelings creating delightful melodic themes.
“Néma vermek” closes the album with a detailed mix of aggressive rhythmic blasts, enchanting folk harmonies and futuristic multi layered synths showcasing the band’s renowned experimental approach.
On “Alföld” Thy Catafalque once again can easily challenge the audience with an eclectic sonic vision yet deliberately choose to focus on the strength of classic extreme metal and massive guitar riffs.

Australian extreme progressive metal band Ne Obliviscaris has always garnered attention for the trademark blend of classical beauty and masterful intricate composition that now leads to the monumental fourth full-length “Exul”.
Throughout “Equus” you will find harsh rhythmic patterns enhanced by brutal growls and unexpected tempo variations showcasing a strong prog metal approach and musical prowess while the classical splendor of the haunting violin movements can express an emotional whirlwind.
“Misericorde I – As the Flesh Falls” demands your attention with a shapeshifting rhythmic core as the band meticulously combines fierce guitar riffs and enthralling violin harmonies once again highlighting the duality of Charles’ soothing clean vocals and Xenoyr’s ravenous growls.
On “Misericorde II – Anatomy of Quiescence” the flawless violin takes the center stage delivering a gorgeous wistful melodic flow enriched by the luminous guitar solo yet the colossal rhythmic section is ready to impress with faster aggressive dynamics.
Throughout “Suspyre” the captivating melodic essence of the impeccable violin is always bound to emerge even if the fury of the rhythmic ensemble and the eclectic prog guitar style here hold a dominant role generating intense grooves.
Evidently “Exul” manifests and a high degree of diversity maintaining a rather dark mood as Ne Obliviscaris challenge the audience skillfully combining multifaceted melodic tapestries and an insane proggy rhythmic structure.

Finnish symphonic black metal band …And Oceans begins a new immersive journey in search of enlightenment through the gloomy soundscapes of the new record “As In Gardens, So In Tombs”.
On the title track a sinister atmospheric intro leads the way to a solid series of savage rhythmic patterns featuring relentless drums and clearly showcasing strong black metal roots while the slower passages also add modern synths layers conveying a dystopian feel.
“Within Fire and Crystal” naturally continues to focus on furious blackened dynamics enhanced by ravenous growls while the eerie orchestrations and the guitar leads create frostbitten harmonies.
“Carried on Lead Wings” immediately unleashes a fiery blackened force through the unrestrained guitar riffs but once again the winning combo of surreal synths and cold melodic phrases evoke an overwhelming melancholia.
Throughout “Cloud Heads” the decadent orchestrations maintain a fundamental role surrounding the malignant growls and the vicious rhythmic ensemble fueled by extra speed and venomous riffage.
Within the gelid sonic realm of “Inverse Magnification Matrix” you can still perceive a mournful melodic flair and the blackened rhythmic assault seems unstoppable until the enigmatic synths generate a pensive atmospheric breakdown.
The final track “Ambivalent God” definitely embodies the album’s contemplative themes as the rhythm often slows down to put the spotlight on the crestfallen melodic guitars without sacrificing the harsh black metal momentum.
“As In Gardens, So In Tombs” constantly evokes tormented feelings as …And Oceans focus on a compelling melodic grandeur and at the same time successfully channel a primal black metal essence.