Posted on June 6, 2013 |
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Ever seen a mangled car wreck and wanted to look away but been morbidly drawn to it? Ever smelled something foul and recoiled, but had to take another sniff just to check it really was that repugnant? Ever picked a huge scab and it hurt,...
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Posted on May 10, 2013 |
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With the recent untimely demise of Gaza, who put out one of 2012’s best albums with “No Absolutes in Human Suffering”, it seemed that those who get their thrills from abrasive, crusty grindcore would have to wait until Trap Them wiped the blood from their...
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Posted on January 19, 2013 |
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After two demos and an eponymous EP behind them, South West grindcore trio Human Cull have set about releasing their debut album. Formerly known as Gran Toucher and suffering from a lot of line up changes in the past, this first effort see a settled...
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Posted on January 10, 2013 |
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Recorded in 2011 in Geneva, “This World Is Dead” is the fifth album release from French stalwarts of intensity and passion Blockheads. Formed in 1992 and raised on a diet of Napalm Death, Carcass and Bolt Thrower, Blockheads skilfully channel the aggression inherent in their...
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Posted on October 31, 2012 |
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In the days before the internet – yes, I know this is ancient history for many of you, but bear with me – the usual rota for bands and artists with record deals went something like this: record one album over a mind-bogglingly lengthy period...
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Posted on October 1, 2012 |
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Co-authored by Berns von Bernington Our arrival was anticipated a day before the actual Wacken Open Air 2012 festivities were to begin. For an extra 10 Euro, we received nothing more than a bracelet of admittance and the joys of ill equipped outhouses under a...
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Posted on September 18, 2012 |
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Due to an overwhelming demand from metal fans worldwide, Grammy-nominated and Juno award-winning Banger Films is setting out to raise funds to make what has become known as “The Lost Episode” a reality. Metal Evolution: Extreme Metal “The Lost Episode” covers co-director Sam Dunn‘s favorite...
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Posted on July 16, 2012 |
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“We entered the straits in great fear of mind, for on the one hand was Scylla, and on the other dread Karybdis kept sucking up the water and vomiting it up. The spray reached the top of the cliffs and it made a deafening sound...
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Posted on June 10, 2012 |
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Chrisitan Älvestam has always been a commanding vocal presence on the many albums he has contributed to, with a superb ‘clean’ singing voice, a throaty roar and a piercing death metal scream in his repertoire. Perhaps best known for his work with Scar Symmetry, he...
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Posted on June 6, 2012 |
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ThisIsNotAScene‘s Curt put a few questions to Sebastian Rokicki of Polish grindcore band Antigama. They talked about the band’s latest release “Stop The Chaos,” record labels, genres, illegal downloading and much, much more… I thought your album “Stop the Chaos” was one of the best...
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Posted on May 29, 2012 |
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Swedish crust punk stalwarts Martyrdöd return with their fourth album, recorded at the infamous Studio Fredman (favoured by At The Gates, Opeth and Amon Amarth) and with a production that is a little fatter and cleaner than previous outings. Fortunately the slightly beefier sound does...
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Posted on May 9, 2012 |
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It’s not often I’m lost for words, but Metallic Taste Of Blood’s self-titled debut album has left me speechless. It’s a collaboration between four unique and very different musicians. Colin Edwin will be familiar to anyone with an interest in prog, as the bass player...
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Posted on April 27, 2012 |
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If you’re not familiar with San Diego’s Cattle Decapitation then the band’s name and a look at the title of their latest album should be enough to tell you if you’re going to like it or not. Brutal deathgrind with a message is the order...
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Posted on April 17, 2012 |
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From the moment this gig was announced, it very quickly sold out and became one of the most keenly anticipated shows of 2012. Originally the gig was announced as Bolt Thrower with special guests and tickets would be £6 with proceeds going to the Teenage...
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Posted on April 14, 2012 |
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After nearly 30 years as a going concern, it’s astonishing just how creative the Melvins (or in this case Melvins Lite) continue to be. Maybe I shouldn’t be surprised given their reputation and back catalogue, but it would be quite easy for a band to...
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Posted on March 26, 2012 |
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The debut EP from UK metal band Furyborn hits right between the eyes, a thunderous brute of a release that shows no mercy or inclination to take it easy on its recipients. The band has been building a fine reputation throughout 2011 with their live...
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Posted on March 24, 2012 |
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Forming in 2007, Nova Scotians Pith had to put their musical desires on the backburner due to that little thing called “life” getting in the way of aspirations. Fast forward to 2011 and Pith have finally put their stamp on the heavy metal world with “Fore”, a four track EP...
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Posted on March 1, 2012 |
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Ray Westland recently put a few questions to Napalm Death bass player Shane Embury. They talked about the new Napalm Death album “Utilitarian,” the ‘Occupy Wall St.’ movement, working with Russ Russell again, illegal downloading and the League of Gentlemen… Utilitarian, the latest Napalm Death...
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Posted on February 28, 2012 |
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Black Breath has announced a full set of European tour dates in support of “Sentenced To Life,” with main support on the tour coming from Tormented, Victims and Christian Mistress: 29th March – Rotterdam, Baroeg w/ Tormented, Victims 30th March – Antwerp, Trix w/ Tormented,...
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Posted on February 26, 2012 |
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Evile, Cerebral Bore & Savage Messiah HMV Next Big Thing – The Ritz, Manchester 11th February 2012 A lot has happened in twenty five years. For one record label this has included unleashing early extreme metal on the world, including many recognisable names like Napalm...
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