Short Review from Pete Enslaved – RIITIIR (2012, Nuclear Blast Records) With RIITIIR, Enslaved continue their journey from their 90s Black Metal roots toward a unique and progressive sound. The album title is derived from a Norse-inspired version of “Rites” and refers to human rituals Read More …
Das Punk/Hardcore Underground Fanzine Nr. 236 ist erschienen. Mit dabei u. a.: Rich Kids on LSD, Bambix, T.S.O.L. trustmag punkrock hardcorepunk underground fanzine punkscene hardcorelife The new TRUST is here! The Punk/Hardcore underground fanzine No. 236 is out now. Featuring, among others: Rich Kids on Read More …
Die Tage ist das neue OX-Fanzine angekommen – und liegt seitdem bereit. Am liebsten natürlich mit passender Hintergrundbeschallung: ein bisschen Hardcore, Punk & Metal auf den Boxen, Kaffee daneben, Handy beiseite. Perfekte Mischung aus Szene, Sound und Ruhepol. The new OX-Fanzine arrived a few days Read More …
Megadeth – Megadeth I was never a die-hard Megadeth fan. The guitar work was always beyond any doubt, but I never really connected with Dave Mustaine’s nasal-sounding vocals. With their self-titled album, the band now clearly signals their farewell, and that is exactly what makes Read More …
I really enjoy reading band biographies. Right now, I’m deep into “The Cure – Dark Coloured Years” by Ian Gittins. This British post-punk band has influenced me just as much as Sisters of Mercy. Reading about the highs and lows, the personal and physical breakdowns Read More …
I think Kreator have reached a point where they are either hated or worshipped, at least if you believe the comment sections on social media. On their latest album, they consistently continue the more modern and accessible direction of their last three releases. The sound Read More …
Shape of Despair – Angels of Distress (2001) (Review/Pete) Angels of Distress is a true Funeral Doom masterpiece from Finland – five songs, almost 55 minutes of total runtime, and every single minute feels like a slow, crushing descent into deep melancholy. To me, this Read More …
Blindpick No Mercy – Widespread Bloodshed (Love Runs Red) (1987) is a relentless crossover classic from the oldschool skate and hardcore scene of Venice, California. Released in 1987, the album blends the raw aggression of hardcore punk with the power and precision of thrash metal Read More …
Testament – Para Bellum Short Review Para Bellum is an album that does not hit instantly but grows stronger with every listen. Testament combine classic Bay Area thrash with black and death metal influences, modern grooves and ballad like moments, all delivered with outstanding technical Read More …
Zorn aka The Men of Hell – The Return of the Gods Reissue The very first Zorn single was a milestone for me in terms of emo screamo driven hardcore, especially because of its emotional depth and dark intensity. With Men of Hell, the band Read More …