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TURMION KäTILöTOmen X
Industrial metal stripped of its pretension, Turmion Kätilöt deliver a high-octane, no-nonsense sonic assault.
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CABALMagno Interitus
A bloated exercise in deathcore clichés where the atmosphere is often suffocating rather than immersive.
Anthrax Bassist Frank Bello Reflects on 'Darker' Tones of Cursum Perficio
Frank Bello discusses the organic evolution of the band's sound and the grit of their latest record in a new interview.
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RUNEMAGICKAfter Chaos: Nocturnal Vigil
Runemagick craft a haunting, textured tapestry of death-doom that finds power in the spaces between the notes.
Joey Tempest Reflects on the Enduring Legacy of "The Final Countdown"
The frontman of EUROPE speaks on the bond with their signature anthem and the wisdom he'd share with his younger self.
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THE OCEANSolaris
The Ocean trade atmospheric expansion for muscular density in a masterclass of sludge-infused post-metal.
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LACRIMAS PROFUNDERELay Me Down O Silent Fear
Lacrimas Profundere navigate the thin line between mournful elegance and crushing weight on their latest gothic metal offering.
Nuclear Blast Records
At the Nuclear Blast online metal store, you'll find over 15,000 items from more than 1,000 bands! No.1 Heavy Metal Online Shop!
Ian Gillan Explains the Logic Behind 'Talking Gib'rish' Tour
The Deep Purple frontman reveals the songwriting origins of his unique tour title ahead of his 2027 UK speaking dates.
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GODFLESHDecay
Godflesh return with a grinding, industrial sludge that feels more like a weary sigh than a revolutionary roar.
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FALLING IN REVERSEPopular Monster
Ronnie Radke weaves a volatile tapestry of melodic metalcore and pop-punk defiance in a daring, high-octane sonic overhaul.
Voivod Progressing Towards New Studio Album with Eight Tracks Underway
Guitarist Daniel 'Chewy' Mongrain confirms that the progressive sci-fi metal pioneers have eight songs in the works for their next release.
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HELLRIPPERCoronach
A majestic, high-octane fusion of black metal and thrash that refuses to sacrifice melody for extremity.
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METALITEDiscovery
A competent, if somewhat safe, foray into symphonic power metal where the hooks are sharp but the grandeur occasionally feels hollow.
Michael Weikath Dismisses 'Keeper IV' as Repetitive for Helloween
Helloween guitarist Michael Weikath shuts down the possibility of a fourth 'Keeper' album, citing a need for original titles.
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PEELINGFLESHThe G Code (Crunk Edition)
PeelingFlesh delivers a heavy, plodding slab of slam death metal that prioritises low-end weight over surgical precision.
Allco Waterproofing Solutions
The team at Allco supports resilient architecture through trusted waterproofing systems and technical expertise. We bring together practical knowledge, proven products and considered advice.
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XANDRIAThe Wonders Still Awaiting
Xandria swap safe bets for cinematic grandeur, delivering a lush, symphonic odyssey that manages to dodge the 'tiring' trap.
Thundermother Tap into New Era with Napalm Records Debut
Swedish hard rock queens THUNDERMOTHER announce their Napalm Records debut, 'Mothers Of Thunder', arriving in February 2027.
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WINGS OF STEELGates of Twilight
A glossy, hollow trek through the tropes of traditional metal that fails to find a single spark of genuine danger.
Former Primal Fear Members Forge New Path with Fearless V
Tom Naumann, Alex Beyrodt, Alex Jansen, and Michael Ehré form Fearless V, dropping a new single ahead of their debut album.
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TEMPLE OF VOIDThe Crawl
A sluggish, suffocating slog through the mud of death-doom that sacrifices intensity for atmosphere.
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ARCHITECTSthe classic symptoms of a broken spirit
A haunting, textured exploration of modern malaise that swaps some jagged edges for atmospheric depth.