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Illumination: A Conversation with BLACK PYRAMID's Andy Beresky and Clay Neely
Ten years of ‘Stormbringer’, ‘II’, and the journey leading to and from the scene. Words by Jake Sanders (@themetalscholar): Of all the...
Oct 25, 2021


For The People: Knocked Loose at the Lodge Room (Recap + Photos)
No matter how high they go, the Kentucky crew will best be felt as the ground level. Words + Photos by Luis (@luis.hoa): Upon the...
Oct 15, 2021


NICK SUPERCHI announces new album ‘Dark Ivory Quietus’ + streams lead single
Dancing on ivories, the co-founder of Ceremonial Castings comes back with ambiance. Words by Jake Sanders (@themetalscholar): Fresh off...
Oct 13, 2021


A Splendorous Spirit: Porter Robinson at the Los Angeles State Historic Park (Photos)
Night 1 of the Los Angeles tour stops was every bit as awe-inspiring as 'Nurture' (2021) itself. Words + Photos by Luis (@luis.hoa): A...
Oct 8, 2021


Serenading The Hills: James Blake at the Hollywood Bowl (Recap)
The English jack of all trades delivered a wondrous performance that brought Friends That Break Your Heart (2021) to life alongside the...
Oct 7, 2021


Premiere: CYNIC share inside look at 'Ascension Codes' album cover
Paul Masvidal and Martina Hoffmann elaborate on the power & synchronicity between the two works. Words by Luis (@luis.hoa): Art...
Oct 6, 2021


Nostalgic Extremity: 2021 Decibel Magazine Metal and Beer Fest, Philadelphia (Photos)
Great riffs, great brews, & great times were lived at The Fillmore for one of metal's most thrilling bills of the year. Text by Luis...
Sep 30, 2021


Driven By The Dark: A Conversation With Bakka Larson of NECROFIER
A visual look inside the larger purpose behind the new Texan black metal unit. Words by Luis (@luis.hoa): As the revered saying goes, the...
Sep 28, 2021


Assertive Craftsmanship: A Conversation With Derek Webster of SUCCUMB
With LP #2 nearly here, we explore the audiovisual ends of their warlike new endeavor. Words by Luis (@luis.hoa): Of all the regional...
Sep 17, 2021


The Influential Five: Blake Harrison & Jason Hamacher of ZEALOT R.I.P.
Diving into the wealth of inspiration that drove the band's latest force of nature. About a week ago today, the world was hit with the...
Sep 15, 2021


Behind the Cover: We Came As Romans - To Plant A Seed
Celebrating the landmark metalcore record through the lens of their faceless figure. Words by Luis (@luis.hoa): "We all deserve this - to...
Sep 13, 2021


Behind the Cover: Whitechapel - Kin
Unmasking the layers entrenched within the pointilistic shades of blue. Words by Luis (@luis.hoa): In a contemporary, accelerated world...
Aug 31, 2021


Premiere: WHOREDOM RIFE unveil cover art for new album 'Winds of Wrath'
Enlisting the talents of José Gabriel AlegrÃa Sabogal once more for another staggering piece. Words by Luis (@luis.hoa): To quote Michael...
Aug 30, 2021


The best album covers of August 2021
From dark synth to aural terror and dreamlike post-punk, this month delivered strong. Words by Luis (@luis.hoa): What better way to...
Aug 30, 2021


Behind the Cover: Hooded Menace - The Tritonus Bell
Ringing in a new sonic avenue with a blood-curling depiction inspired by the greats. Words by Luis (@luis.hoa): From the raw and...
Aug 24, 2021


Self-Contained Wonder: A Conversation with Aaron Weaver of Wolves In Throne Room
Talking through the high strides of the Olympia, Washington-based black metal trio. Words by Luis (@luis.hoa): Amidst the beauty of...
Aug 19, 2021


Oh, How I Hate the Morning: Type O Negative - October Rust Retrospective
25 years ago, four Brooklynites came together to create the most evocative and accessible gothic metal record intended to draw a stronger...
Aug 18, 2021


Dissecting An Audiovisual Marvel: A Conversation With Amos Williams of TesseracT
Walking through the ins and outs of one of last year's best streaming events. Words by Luis (@luis.hoa): In a time where bands took to...
Aug 17, 2021


Behind The Cover: BEYOND GRACE - Our Kingdom Undone
Diving into a wondrous, death metal world of pure immersion and self-reflection. Words by Luis (@luis.hoa): As the world came to a full...
Aug 13, 2021


The Rendered Self: A Conversation With Evan Sammons of LAST CHANCE TO REASON
Diving into ten years of Level 2 with the Maine man behind the kit. Words by Jake Sanders (@themetalscholar): The surge to create and...
Aug 10, 2021
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