The latest from US metalcore outfit Pure, this track innovates far beyond what we've come to expect from metalcore as a sub-genre. With a glitchy electronic and hip-hop inspired intro, Next Flight Out soars into an epic composition of thundering percussion, distinctive guitar work, and a contrasting vocal that keeps the sound grounded and authentic. … Continue reading Pure – Next Flight Out →

Mesmerizing and atmospheric, this is the newest track from Spanish doom metal outfit Cruzeiro. A slow drip and grind of grooving guitar progressions and haunting vocal delivery, La Quinta Del Sordo is a beautifully composed work that really highlights the possibilities and depth of detail in sludge music. Particularly impressive is the application of bass … Continue reading Cruzeiro – La Quinta Del Sordo →

The last time we heard from "banjo death metal" artist Jacob Panic, it was 6 months ago on the heels of the release of Crusher. Now he's back with another absolutely baffling and genre-defying effort with Blood Pressure, a twangy and eviscerating track that does an even deeper dive into his unique sound. If you … Continue reading Jacob Panic – Blood Pressure →

Groove-heavy is the first impression of this newest release from UK/Baltimore duo ProjeKT, and you'd be right. Impeccably produced, it's not clear where DOMINATE ME's catchiness starts and ends, whether with the deep bone-shaking bass notes (and bass guitar) or with the epic rhythms and pop sensibility of the songwriting. Either way, this track is … Continue reading ProjeKT – DOMINATE ME →

THE NORTHERN TUNDRA is combining modern "purring" djent metal riffs with atmospheric, hypnotic rhythms. I intend to create a meditative state through the use of repetition, polyrhythms, contrasts and ambiances. I will also occasionally cover video game music or other popular classics of music, seeing as it's among my top influences. Here's an unexpected little … Continue reading The Northern Tundra – RUNWAY →