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Heaviest of Art
Oct 7, 20243 min read
Transcendental Astral Ponderings: Blood Incantation — Absolute Elsewhere Review
The band's highly anticipated death metal foray into the stars is absolutely masterful.


Jake Sanders
May 27, 20248 min read
Smoke Signals: Pallbearer — ‘Mind Burns Alive’ Review
Stationed in the real, the Little Rock four go for a straight flush.


Heaviest of Art
Oct 20, 20236 min read
Shades of Night Conferring With The Stormblast of December Souls: Dream Unending/Worm — Starpath
Two of the biggest names on the 20 Buck Spin roster join forces and take us through the heavenly and hellish portions of the cosmos....


Heaviest of Art
Aug 21, 20234 min read
Devil In The Details: Horrendous — Ontological Mysterium Review
The latest offering by Horrendous sees the band continue to twist, contort, but most importantly evolve in ever-creative new ways. Words...


Heaviest of Art
Apr 7, 20233 min read
Gloriously Unending: Covet — catharsis Review
Shimmering melodies encased with rich texture – Covet delivers yet again. Words by Rohan (@manvsplaylist): Covet, the San Francisco-based...


Heaviest of Art
Apr 4, 20232 min read
Stronger Than All: Jesus Piece — ...So Unknown Review
The sophomore LP stands tall as a prominent musical driving force in a league of its own. Words by Luis (@heaviestofart): Similar to the...


Jake Sanders
Mar 20, 20235 min read
It's Not a Dream: Night Demon - Outsider Review
Who keeps it more trve in the land of metal, than Jarvis and the Venturans? Words by Jacob Sanders (@themetalscholar): Free of the chains...


Heaviest of Art
Mar 14, 20232 min read
Yesteryear Reborn: Narrow Head sway the soul with 'Moments of Clarity'
The third album by Houston's own comes wrapped in a dreamlike sonic tapestry. Words by Luis (@heaviestofart), Photographs by Joshua...


Heaviest of Art
Mar 13, 20232 min read
Soak In The Afterglow: Periphery — Periphery V: Djent Is Not A Genre Review
The band deliver big on their most expansive release yet. It's a common pre-release marketing talking point to tag a new album as a...

Jake Sanders
Feb 6, 20234 min read
On Perilous Shores: Hellripper — Warlocks Grim & Withered Hags Review
The third full-length of Scotland's wicked chosen son arrives at long last. With exceptional skill comes an exceptional reputation, and...


Heaviest of Art
Nov 12, 20226 min read
The Divinity of Eternity in Midsummer Fires: Dream Unending — Song of Salvation Review
Nearly one year after their breakout debut, the Canadian/American dream team conjure pillars of lush creation on LP #2. Words by Tyson...


Heaviest of Art
Oct 31, 20224 min read
Reminiscing on Indestructible Days: Puscifer — Livestream Double Feature Review
Two contrasting views of the Pusci-verse, both intimate and extravagant. Words by Jake Sanders (@themetalscholar): The realm of...


Heaviest of Art
Oct 26, 20226 min read
Unkind of Blue: Worm — Bluenothing Review
To close the pages on the 'Foreverglade' (2021) tome, the Floridian necromancer Phantom Slaughter and his newest acolytes conjure forth...


Jake Sanders
Sep 23, 20223 min read
Withering, Eroding, Grinding: Holy Fawn — Dimensional Bleed Review
Sophomore spells with the dark ambient overlords from Phoenix. Words by Jake Sanders (@themetalscholar): Immersion can play a key role in...


Heaviest of Art
Aug 25, 20222 min read
Dreadnought – “The Endless” Review
The latest from the Denver ensemble is a wondrous and quite moving affair. Words by Rohan (@manvsplaylist): Dreadnought have always been...


Jake Sanders
Jun 24, 20223 min read
Magic Missiles & Righteous Reverie: Wraith Knight — Deep in the Dungeons of the Dragonlord Review
The sounds of victory and wild fantasy are brought to life in this dungeon synth project. Words by Jake Sanders (@themetalscholar): It's...


Heaviest of Art
Jun 10, 20222 min read
A Lesson In Melody: Astronoid - Radiant Bloom Review
The Boston-based post-metal unit stray from the flooded ranks with a towering endeavor. Words by Luis (@heaviestofart): A week ago today,...


Heaviest of Art
Jun 9, 20225 min read
White Light From The Floodland: Executioner's Mask - Winterlong Review
On their followup to 2020’s Despair Anthems, the now quintet bring the coldest and darkest goth to the hungry masses. Words by Tyson...


Jake Sanders
Apr 1, 20226 min read
The World Disappears: Falls of Rauros - ‘Key to a Vanishing Future’ Review
How hard can the loresome foursome from Portland strike back in their 6th LP? Words by Jake Sanders: When this reviewer sat through the...


Heaviest of Art
Mar 9, 20224 min read
A Reinvigorated Spirit: Underoath at the House of Blues in Anaheim
The metalcore giants lead a touring bill of trailblazing acts with utmost splendor. All Photographs by Ekaterina Gorbacheva...

Jake Sanders
Feb 21, 202219 min read
The Path To Oblivion: Ten Years of Pallbearer's ‘Sorrow and Extinction’
Devin Holt brings a retrospective mind to the legacy, the legend, and the path from 2012. Words by Jake Sanders (@themetalscholar): We...


Heaviest of Art
Feb 11, 20222 min read
Divine Soundscapes Explored: Stander - Vulnerable Review
The Chicago trio exemplify the beauty that is possible through the post-rock medium. Words by Luis (@heaviestofart): The Garrote, a new...


Heaviest of Art
Feb 11, 20224 min read
Androids DO Dream of Electric Sheep: Author & Punisher - Krüller Review
A&P’s new album is a cyborg’s electric sex dream simulated to perfection. Words by Sean Wright (@stainedglassrevelation): “Quite an...


Heaviest of Art
Jan 26, 20224 min read
The Galvanizing Enigma Returns: Tool at the Honda Center (Photos)
Picking up right where they left off with utmost grandeur. Upon the arrival of the pandemic, countless tours were immediately canceled or...


Heaviest of Art
Jan 24, 20223 min read
A Lesson In Ethereal Groove: Earthless - Night Parade of One Hundred Demons Review
The San Diego psych rockers tell a monstrous tale of expansive musical capabilities. Words by Luis (@heaviestofart): At the root of...


Heaviest of Art
Jan 11, 20223 min read
A Momentous Introduction: Pridelands - Light Bends Review
The Australian unit enter the metalcore ranks on a high note. Words by Luis, Heaviest of Art: SharpTone Records have had quite a run for...


Heaviest of Art
Nov 22, 20215 min read
War Metal’s Forefather Returns To the Front: Archgoat - Worship The Eternal Darkness Review
Surprisingly, you can teach an old Archgoat a new bleat. Words by Sean Wright (@stainedglassrevelation): War metal. It’s a term in the...


Heaviest of Art
Nov 16, 20217 min read
A Memory and I Weep: Dream Unending - Tide Turns Eternal Review
A duo coming from bands with incredibly wretched releases Lewis and Clark their way through the unmapped corridors of a new yet familiar...


Jake Sanders
Oct 31, 20215 min read
Sound Synthesis: Nick Superchi - Dark Ivory Quietus Review
The master of tones comes home for Halloween, with a third full length release. Words by Jake Sanders (@themetalscholar): Those who have...


Heaviest of Art
Oct 29, 20213 min read
Introspective Duality: Emma Ruth Rundle - Engine of Hell Review
A mirror to the soul, and an album of delicate self-redemption. Words by Rohan (@manvsplaylist): Emma Ruth Rundle’s music has always been...


Heaviest of Art
Oct 20, 20217 min read
Irreplaceable Nirvana: Worm - Foreverglade Review
On the second record of their quest for true, slimy death doom mastery, the Floridians encapsulate the context of the old school to bring...


Heaviest of Art
Oct 1, 20212 min read
The Legacy Lives On: Enslaved - Caravans To The Outer Worlds (EP) Review
The Norwegian ensemble continue to amaze after a confounding 2020 full-length. Words by Luis (@luis.hoa): The progression of the revered...


Heaviest of Art
Sep 30, 20212 min read
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...


Jake Sanders
Sep 27, 20215 min read
Unmaking Ourselves: Rivers of Nihil - The Work Review
Three years later, a new progressive evolution has taken hold of the Pennsylvanian outfit. Words by Jake Sanders (@themetalscholar): Any...


Heaviest of Art
Sep 24, 20213 min read
A High Octane Fervor: One Step Closer - This Place You Know Review
The hardcore unit craft a record for the times, chock-full of compositional variety and grit. Words by Luis (@luis.hoa): Aggression may...


Heaviest of Art
Sep 20, 20214 min read
A Mystifying Enigma: Sleep Token - This Place Will Become Your Tomb Review
The follow-up to 2019's 'Sundowning' is an all-encompassing masterclass worth basking in. Words by Luis (@luis.hoa): In the contemporary,...


Jake Sanders
Sep 20, 20215 min read
The Dark Horse Approaches: Unto Others - Strength Review
The Portland outfit go from Idle Hands to throwing hands in their sophomore release. Words by Jake Sanders (@themetalscholar): It leaves...


Heaviest of Art
Sep 15, 20212 min read
Gaawk present a shapeshifting beast with 'Meaningless' EP
A promising first showing from a Richmond trio formed out of pandemic boredom. If any good came out of the periods of isolation caused by...


Heaviest of Art
Aug 23, 20216 min read
Always & Forever: DEAFHEAVEN - Infinite Granite Review
After setting the world ablaze with album after album laced with controversy, the San Francisco metalgazers make yet another hairpin...


Heaviest of Art
Jul 26, 20214 min read
The Sonic Embodiment of Eloquence: Lantlôs - Wildhund Review
With heart at the forefront, the multifaceted frontman presents a glistening new era. Words by Luis (@luis.hoa): What began as an...


Heaviest of Art
Jul 20, 20217 min read
Soaring High With Communal Spirit: Kamasi Washington at The Hollywood Bowl
The LA native treated guests to a spectacle of jazz excellence marked by heartfelt synergy. Words by Luis (@luis.hoa): In true summer...


Heaviest of Art
Jul 13, 20214 min read
OUR PLACE OF WORSHIP IS SILENCE - Disavowed, and Left Hopeless Review
Forever burning inside hell’s domain. Words by Sean Wright (@stainedglassrevelation): In Dante Aligheri’s The Divine Comedy, the City of...


Heaviest of Art
May 21, 20213 min read
Dynamic Prominence: ALLUVIAL - Sarcoma Review
The premier death metal unit craft a gripping effort that breathes new life with each listen. Words by Luis (@luis.hoa): Though...


Heaviest of Art
May 18, 20212 min read
Unbridled Power: THANATOMASS - Black Vitriol & Iron Fire EP Review
Russian black metal darkness to follow the beast that was 2019's Darkest Conjurations. Words by Danny Gonzalez (@badulario): Cold War-era...


Heaviest of Art
May 5, 20214 min read
Bow, O Graving Faces: PORTAL - Avow Review
Portal welcome their fans back into the asylum just in time for their medication. Words by Sean Wright (@stainedglassrevelation): “That?...


Heaviest of Art
May 5, 20212 min read
A Labyrinthine Excursion: INFERNO - Paradeigma: (Phosphenes of Aphotic Eternity) Review
The Czechoslovakian entity envelop the spirit with black metal intricacies. Words by Luis (@luis.hoa): If we've learned anything from...


Heaviest of Art
May 3, 20214 min read
A Collective Embrace: Punk Rock & Paintbrushes - The Insides Of Artists Written By Outsiders
Dissecting the heart driven art book that serves as a testament to the intersectionality of art. Words by Luis (@luis.hoa): Community is...


Heaviest of Art
Apr 18, 20213 min read
A Righteous Call To Arms: GOJIRA - Fortitude Review
The French unit further cement themselves among the elite with a grandiose composition. Words by Luis (@luis.hoa): For bands with a rich...


Jake Sanders
Apr 11, 20216 min read
The Great Filter: MARE COGNITUM - Solar Paroxysm Review
Like a supernova, Jacob Buczarski's talent fires off in every direction. Words by Jake Sanders (@themetalscholar): The display of...


Heaviest of Art
Apr 5, 20215 min read
...And You Shall Know Perdition: PITILESS GAZE - The Last Messiah Review
Pitiless Gaze describes the existential angst which artificially limits humanity’s content of consciousness. Words by Sean Wright...
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