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Inherits the Void – The Silent Abscission (Review)

This is the fourth album from French solo black metal act Inherits the Void.

From 2021’s Monolith of Light to 2023’s The Impending Fall of the Stars to Scars of Yesteryears, the artist behind Inherits the Void seems to refine and tweak his vision for atmospheric/melodic black metal just that little bit more with every release. Which brings us to The Silent Abscission. It is the longest Inherits the Void album so far at 47 minutes in length, so what does this new record have to offer fans of this quality act? Continue reading “Inherits the Void – The Silent Abscission (Review)”

Warning – Rituals of Shame (Review)

This is the third album from UK doom metal band Warning.

Rituals of Shame is Warning’s first album in 20 years. To say it’s greatly anticipated by fans of traditional doom metal is a colossal understatement. This new record contains 45 minutes of new material from this legendary act, so prepare yourself, as something special this way comes. Continue reading “Warning – Rituals of Shame (Review)”

Mork – Monolitt (Review)

This is the eighth album from Norwegian black metal solo act Mork.

This is old-school Norwegian black metal, played by a musician that knows the style inside out. He’s aided on Monolitt by a drummer and additional vocalist; so combined, Monolitt is an easily enjoyable listen for fans of classic black metal. The latest Mork album has arrived, fully formed and ready to assert its dominance. Does it have the power to? Continue reading “Mork – Monolitt (Review)”

Nidelgret – Trauerlärm (Review)

This is the debut album from Swiss black metal band Nidelgret.

Trauerlärm comes recommended for fans of Endstille, Fluisteraars, and Wiegedood. It’s 32 minutes in duration, and has intriguing cover art. All of these things mean that Nidelgret are worth checking out. It turns out, expectations are not only met, but exceeded too. Continue reading “Nidelgret – Trauerlärm (Review)”

Genghis Tron – Signal Fire (Review)

This is the fourth album from US experimental rock act Genghis Tron.

Following on from 2021’s change of direction Dream Weapon, Signal Fire contains 43 minutes of new material. Genghis Tron’s return is a most welcome one, and this time they’ve brought with them some older tools to build and destroy with. Continue reading “Genghis Tron – Signal Fire (Review)”

Khemmis – Khemmis (Review)

This is the fifth album from US doom metallers Khemmis.

If you’re a fan of Khemmis, then a new record from the band is a big deal. If you’re not, you must check out Absolution, Hunted, Desolation, and Deceiver, as well as this new one. We’re in self titled territories here, which usually Means Something. So what does the 44 minutes of new material on Khemmis have to offer? Continue reading “Khemmis – Khemmis (Review)”

Fires in the Distance – Circadian Promise (Review)

This is the third album from US melodic death/doom metal band Fires in the Distance.

Circadian Promise is the 49-minute follow up to 2023’s well-received Air Not Meant for Us. Bringing with them a new guitarist/lead vocalist, (from Obsidian Tongue), Fires in the Distance continue on their melodic doom metal journey. Continue reading “Fires in the Distance – Circadian Promise (Review)”

Stormkeep – The Nocturnes of Iswylm (Review)

This is the third album from US black metallers Stormkeep.

Bright to us by members of Blood Incantation, Lykotonon, and Wayfarer, The Nocturnes of Iswylm contains 46 minutes of engaging symphonic black metal. The return of Stormkeep is one heralded by change, but it’s a most welcome change, as this record is a beast. Continue reading “Stormkeep – The Nocturnes of Iswylm (Review)”

Fortress Festival 2026 – Scarborough Spa, Scarborough, 30/05/26-31/05/26 (Live Review)

Has it really been a year since last year’s excellent Fortress Festival? Apparently so. Fortress has quickly established itself as one of the world’s premier black metal festivals, (some would say THE premier black metal festival), and it’s brilliant to have yet another year with a massive amount of fantastic bands. Increasingly, attendees get to experience some very rare appearances too.

Before we get into it – as was the case last year, this review is greatly enriched by the stunning photographs from the very talented Aleksandra Hogg, so a huge thanks to her once more. I urge you to check out her work at Acidolka here, here, or here. Continue reading “Fortress Festival 2026 – Scarborough Spa, Scarborough, 30/05/26-31/05/26 (Live Review)”

Azaghal – Nekrohelios (Review)

This is the thirteenth album from Finnish black metallers Azaghal.

Following on from 2018’s Valo Pohjoisesta 2023’s Alttarimme on Luista Tehty, the mighty Azaghal have now unleashed the 43-minute Nekrohelios on the world. What a beast it is too. Continue reading “Azaghal – Nekrohelios (Review)”