metal
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On its fifth record Canada’s KEN mode continues to translate the sounds of post-hardcore and noise rock with some sludge metal chic. WATCH THE REVIEW
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A bunch of quick, cursory reviews of some songs and albums I wanted to touch down on, featuring a slew of different artists. WATCH THE REVIEWS
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Following 2011’s self-titled debut, Norway’s Kvelertak will release their sophomore LP, titled Meir, on March 26th via Roadrunner Records. Above, stream the video for album cut “Månelyst.” As it was properly introduced by their eponymous record, Kvelertak specializes in a metal/punk crossover brand which bears a potent
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Scorn by Primitive Man A physically crushing doom metal album from Primitive Man here. The LP is titled Scorn and it’s out now via Throatruiner Records. Not much light creeps into the dark, depressing place where Primitive Man makes their music, I imagine. This album is nothing but bass-heavy,
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The recording quality on Dope Body’s new 7″ EP might not be the best, but more nasty, sludgy psych rock is just what the doctor ordered. WATCH THE REVIEW
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Dillinger Escape Plan drops a new release date with the song “Prancer.” The record’s title: One of Us is the Killer. The release date: May 14th. Like usual, the band brings an incredibly heavy and ear-piercing sound with loads of sharp guitars and abrasive vocals. It’s a full-scale
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Stream: Kvelertak – Meir Norway’s Kvelertak are dropping their highly anticipated sophomore LP this month via Roadrunner records, but you can stream the whole thin now via the link above. Enjoy! Check a review of the band’s previous album here:
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NEIGHBOR by Neighbor I like my sludge guttural, nasty, dirty, and bearded. I’ve never seen Louisville band Neighbor in person, so I can’t vouch for the band’s choice in facial hair, but those other three things are definitely there. The recording here is grimy, heavy, and somewhat
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With some classic heavy metal riffage, Darkthrone comes out with their most old school album yet, which I’m sure will be a thrill to some metal fans–even if the cartoony vocals seem to poke fun at heavy metal stereotypes a bit. WATCH THE REVIEW
