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MASTERPLANMetalmorphosis
Technical proficiency meets a lack of creative direction in Masterplan's latest power metal offering.
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LORD OF THE LOSTOPVS NOIR Vol. 2
A slick, safe collection of gothic tropes that swaps genuine danger for polished industrial sheen.
Nevermore Prepare for New Studio Cycle with Emerging Song Demos
Guitarist Jeff Loomis reveals the new Nevermore lineup is beginning to flesh out material as they eye a productive window between October and March.
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POWERWOLFWake Up The Wicked
A study in stylistic stagnation where theatrical grandeur fails to mask a lack of genuine musical evolution.
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AD INFINITUMAbyss
A masterclass in symphonic weight, where cinematic grandeur meets punishing grit to forge a crowning achievement for the modern era.
Northlane Reveal Two-Year Crafting Process for Upcoming 'Anemoia' Album
Australian heavy music trailblazers NORTHLANE have spent over two years perfecting their upcoming seventh studio album, Anemoia.
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AMARANTHEThe Catalyst
A bloated, directionless excursion that loses the spark of its metal roots in a sea of generic electronic wash.
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Neil Peart Documentary Set for World Premiere at Toronto International Film Festival
A new 96-minute documentary chronicling the life and career of RUSH drummer Neil Peart will debut at TIFF this September.
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BLACKBRIARA Dark Euphony
Blackbriar offers a somber, textured journey through gothic symphonics that ultimately feels slightly diluted by its own ambition.
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DISFIGURING THE GODDESSBloom
A fractured, identity-less journey through the lowest common denominators of modern extreme metal.
The Pope's Favorite Albums (Maybe)
No Vatican playlist has surfaced, so we have done the responsible thing: guessed Pope Leo XIV's favourite power metal albums.
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HAMMERFALLAvenge The Fallen
HammerFall deliver a masterclass in power metal, blending galloping anthems with towering production to cement their status as heavy metal royalty.
Danko Jones Refuse to Evolve, Aiming for Consistency on Next Record
Frontman Danko insists the band is following in the footsteps of AC/DC and Motörhead by sticking to their signature sound.
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IRON SAVIORAwesome Anthems Of The Galaxy
Iron Savior delivers a masterclass in power metal, weaving cosmic scale with high-octane energy and impeccably crafted anthems.
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NIGHTWISHYesterwynde
A sprawling, somber odyssey that prioritises atmospheric density over symphonic spectacle.
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Taylor Momsen Claims 'Dear God' Reclaims the Raw Spirit of Early Pretty Reckless
The Pretty Reckless frontwoman describes their latest offering as an unproduced, honest, and intimate record.
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WITHIN TEMPTATIONBleed Out
Within Temptation navigate a polished, atmospheric landscape of symphonic metal on their latest offering.
The Gathering's Anneke Van Giersbergen: No Future Plans Beyond Mandylion Anniversary
Anneke Van Giersbergen clarifies that the current reunion tour of The Gathering is a one-off celebration of their 1995 classic.
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SONATA ARCTICAClear Cold Beyond
A polished but somewhat safe voyage through the familiar waters of Finnish power metal.
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KORPIKLAANIRankarumpu
Korpiklaani deliver a riotous, folk-infused masterpiece that celebrates the spirit of the northern wilderness.
Rose Tattoo Scrape Off 2026 European Tour Following Gary 'Angry' Anderson Hospitalisation
Australian hard rock icons Rose Tattoo have scrapped their remaining 2026 European dates after frontman Angry Anderson was admitted to hospital.