Discovering Carcass’s debut album „Symphonies of Sickness“ in the late ’80s was nothing short of a revelation. Back then, I had never encountered anything quite like it. The aggressive, dual-vocal assault coupled with the intense, relentless instrumentation drew me in immediately. After hearing snippets on Read More …
My love for Dark Wave was profoundly shaped by my early musical upbringing, and Black Celebration by Depeche Mode epitomizes this influence. This album evokes a similar feeling to the haunting atmosphere of Floodland by Sisters of Mercy, with its deep, dark ambiance that I Read More …
(Exciting news, everyone! Untamed Rage’s debut single is now available on Spotify and all other major streaming platforms, including Apple Music. Released on May 24th, this is a track you don’t want to miss. Stream it now and let us know what you think! The Read More …
Released in 1988, during the peak of Thrash Metal, „South of Heaven“ by Slayer marks a significant evolution in the genre. During this period, many bands were becoming more technical and slowing down their tempos, often to the dismay of their fans. However, I appreciated Read More …
Suicidal Angels are back on Nuclear Blast with their latest release, Profane Prayer. This Greek thrash metal band has taken a significant step forward, expanding on their melodic parts without losing any of their signature intensity. The album is more experimental than their previous work, Read More …
In the realm of black metal, Bathory’s 1987 release Under the Sign of the Black Mark stands as a monumental work. My first encounter with Bathory was through WDR Radio’s Scream program in 1987, where a single song instantly captured my imagination. This album is Read More …
If you’re a fan of darkened hardcore with a brutal edge, you need to check out Ancst from Berlin. Their latest CD, Culture of Brutality, released on Lifeforce Records, is an absolute masterpiece. Featuring 20 intense tracks, this album seamlessly blends blast beats and atmospheric Read More …
Purchased in 1988: My Personal socialization from punk to hardcore. The cover artwork depicted my lifestyle at the time, and the lyrics reflected my socially critical vein. This record was crucial for my musical development, as it bridged scenes into metal. Speedcore at its best. Read More …
I first got a copy of Iron Maiden’s „Somewhere in Time“ in 1986 on a cassette. It was my introduction to metal and completely changed my perspective on music, shifting me from pop to metal. The music and artwork form a perfect symbiosis, each enhancing Read More …
„Info in advance: Exciting news, everyone! Untamed Rage’s debut single is hitting Spotify on May 24th. Don’t miss out—presave it now! Link’s in the bio“ https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/untamedrage/minds-in-decay Received in 1987. It features rocky guitars, driving beats, and dark synthesizer sounds. Andrew’s cool look in the „This Read More …