„Menos El Oso“ was my first step into the world of Minus the Bear, and it remains one of my all-time favorite albums. It marked a turning point for me, expanding my musical horizon from Emo/Hardcore to melancholic, genre-blending rock. The album masterfully combines intricate Read More …
Anathema, alongside Paradise Lost and My Dying Bride, were pioneers of British doom-death metal, always standing out through their evolution and experimental spirit. Alternative 4 (1998) marked their shift away from heavy doom metal towards melancholic, guitar-driven rock infused with elements of post-rock, gothic, and Read More …
New York Hardcore at its finest! Brightside is not just Killing Time’s first album—it’s their best. Packed with relentless energy, crushing drive, and raw, gravelly vocals, this record is a milestone in NYHC history. As the precursor to Pro-Pain (who later didn’t do it for Read More …
My latest CD purchase: Clear Sky Nailstorm – Problem Solved. A crushing mix of Thrash Metal with a strong Hardcore edge. The vocals at times remind me of Freddy from Madball—raw, aggressive, and full of energy. Razor-sharp guitars and intricate riffs keep things fresh, avoiding Read More …
California’s All, formerly known as the Descendents, recorded what I consider the ultimate bubblegum pop-punk heartbreak anthem with She’s My Ex. The playful energy, sugary melodies, and Scott Reynolds’ emotional yet captivating vocals make this song an absolute standout. Back in 1988, this record introduced Read More …
Just brewed a cup of tea and pulled the new Chemicide – Violence Prevails straight out of the mailbox! These guys from Costa Rica deliver a killer dose of thrash, somewhere between Slayer, old-school Kreator, and Sepultura. The track Red Giant is also featured on Read More …
Today’s blind pick from my vinyl shelf is the Possessed to Skate Maxi by Suicidal Tendencies. The title track is arguably the ultimate classic in Skate Rock—an anthem I’ve played to death myself. Released in 1987, this record also features Human Guinea Pig and Two Read More …
For me, it was the new Mantar album, Post Apocalyptic Depression. 12 tracks, straight to the point, raw, and intense—just 30 minutes of pure dark, doomy rock. You can hear their love for grunge more than ever, but the heaviness still dominates. I’d say they Read More …
Left to Nothing – New EP Sounds of Resistance After nearly a year, Left to Nothing from Rhode Island, USA, are back with their second EP, Sounds of Resistance, delivering six new tracks of uncompromising old-school hardcore. Fast, relentless, and aggressive—yet with top-tier production and Read More …
New Ox Fanzine is out! The latest issue of Ox Fanzine has arrived, packed with killer interviews, in-depth reviews, and everything a true punk and hardcore fan craves! This beast of a magazine is just waiting to be devoured – and you know it’s always Read More …