angrymetalguy.com : Much of underground metal is fueled by the devotion of single-minded enthusiasts. For every obscure band that spends years lingering between major releases, there are several solitary creators like Gary Brents or Damián Antón Ojeda whose prolific output forms a substantial part of the genre’s global ecosystem. Die Entweihung is one such project, … Seguir leyendo “Die Entweihung – Worldwide Terror Review”
angrymetalguy.com : Metal is filled with reluctant vocalists. Whether it’s Dave Mustaine ultimately deciding to front Megadeth, or Mikael Åkerfeldt hesitantly filling the void in Opeth, or Troy Sanders and Brent Hinds eventually co-voicing Mastodon,1 vocals often exist in the genre as an afterthought. But what happens when there’s no after to the afterthought? You … Seguir leyendo “Only Echoes – Born Adrift Review”
angrymetalguy.com : According to the interwebz, “verbolgen” is a Dutch word that roughly translates to “angry” or “outraged,” most often intended for formal contexts. This definition fits nicely into the overall execution of Washington black metal duo Hulder’s music, especially remembering the visceral tear of 2024’s Verses in Oath. While my dear sharkfren Carcharodon originally … Seguir leyendo “Hulder – Verbolgen Review”
angrymetalguy.com : Folky black metal enjoyed much success in 2025. February alone held an embarrassment of riches, offering delicacies from Scotland (Saor), Siberia (Grima), and Finland (Havukruunu). In August, Sgah’gahsowáh dropped the much-hyped Blackbraid III, continuing his evocation of Adirondack landscapes. And on Halloween, New York’s Yellow Eyes jumpscared many a year-end list with the … Seguir leyendo “Vauruvã – Mar da Deriva [Things You Might Have Missed 2025]”
angrymetalguy.com : Bludgeoning, bruising, and belligerent, brutal death metal beats listeners down into bloody paste when it does its job right. Indonesian duo Vertiginous takes this direction to heart, holding back nothing as they trounce on listeners with nary a batted eye. The pair released debut Reek of Putrefaction on Excruciating Lust in 2024, and … Seguir leyendo “Vertiginous – Incessant Affliction Review”
angrymetalguy.com : I was surprised to learn that we’ve never reviewed Xandria here. The German project of one Marco Heubaum (who covers guitars, keys, and the odd vocal spot), Xandria released their first full-length in 2003, performing gothic and, eventually, symphonic power metal. They first grabbed me with 2012’s Neverworld’s End, a fantastic orchestral metal … Seguir leyendo “Xandria – Eclipse Review”
angrymetalguy.com : Hailing from the East Frisian Island of Spiekeroog, German death metallers Temple of Dread have been kicking around since 2017. After 2019 debut LP, Blood Carving Mantras, the illustrious Holdeneye saw fit to review their sophomore effort, World Sacrifice, in 2020. He commended them for their ferocity and adherence to the olde ways, … Seguir leyendo “Temple of Dread – Dreadspawn Dominion Review”
thisisblackmetal.com : / Interview by Jeger What is reality? Perception and consciousness? Our own as Humans is that of some kind of twisted Narcissist: that we’re something remarkable and that the Galaxy, even the universe, is centered around us. And it’s been through centuries of searching for answers only to find at the bottom of … Seguir leyendo “Interview: Inferno”
thisisblackmetal.com : / Review by Transmontanus Panopticon – Det Hjemsøkte Hjertet Record Label: Bindrune Recordings ~ Nordvis Produktion Year: 2026 Rating: 8.5/10 There are very few artists in Black Metal who have built such a distinctive identity as Austin Lunn with Panopticon. Blending Atmospheric Black Metal with Folk influences and a deep connection to nature … Seguir leyendo “Review: Panopticon – Det Hjemsøkte Hjertet”

