Whenever a band comes along and tags themselves as a “post” act, it always intrigues me because that typically means some atmosphere is gonna be involved, and that’s some shit I’m always ready for. Some bands are going to be better … Continue reading Third Island – Omelas
It’s all well and good to play some crispy doom metal that is no less than crushing, but it’s another thing entirely to mix it with other elements to create a tasty sound in the end that’s both cohesive and … Continue reading Onhou – s/t
There are some bands out there that have truly defined the metal scene in places like Bandcamp where it’s bands like Saor and Mesarthim that reign supreme whenever they put out even one song. Among such ranks is the act … Continue reading Harakiri for the Sky – Arson
The idea of being able to kick back and simply fall into a piece of music is something that we can all relate to whether be simply because you feel a good connection to the music or because you feel … Continue reading Beyond the Waves – Mystic Transmission
I’ve always been a massive fan of music that really feels like it can take you someplace different. When the music can bring you at ease by its atmosphere alone while the rest brings you into an immersive experience that’s … Continue reading The Discordant – Safe Haven
We all have days when at the end we just need to sit down and unwind to something that can simply make us chill the fuck out. The glorious realm of post-rock has long been a refuge of mine, but … Continue reading Manet – Devour
Australia has always been a place that I’ve associated with having a very rich metal scene that’s constantly impressing me. It’s not only rich in talent but also in diversity as you can find dozens of bands for each potential … Continue reading Hawkmoth – Godless Summit
I’ve always felt like black metal can be put in environments much different than woods or space (despite how vast those locations can be made) because the chaos can be morphed so easily if put in the right hands. For … Continue reading Stavves – The Desert Gloats
After almost a straight week of reviewing nothing else exclusively black metal, I needed a dramatic shift to reinvigorate my brain and waft a breeze of fresh air through my mind. I felt instrumental rock would be a terrific place … Continue reading Before and After Science – Relics & Cycles
There’s a tricky thing that new bands have to try and conquer in order to get a proper foothold in the world, and it’s nothing more than having a good sound. Sure, that sounds fucking stupid and practically trivial. But … Continue reading Birth of the Monolith – s/t
