Let go of your expectations and engulf yourself in darkness. Caligula by Lingua Ignota is a journey like no other to the deepest parts of your emotions. Listening to this made me feel like no other album. At its core, it's an album of darkness. The emotions on this thing ranges from hatred and anger, to sorrow, emptiness, and pain. Through its combinations of a clean production, with at times operatic instrumentation and powerful singing, and harsh walls of noise, it manages to deliver an ... read more

This album was such a disappointment after how much I enjoyed their previous album, Cult of a Dying Sun. What Djinn shows, however, is a lack of creativity and dullness arising from what feels like the band writing one good song and then trying to replicate it for an entire album. When hearing the first single, Djinn, I was at first really impressed, and though this was going to be the high point in the band's career, but alas the album was disappointing to say the least. Clocking in a an hour, ... read more

This beauty of a record contains among the most stunning moments in metal, and shows the true power in the music of Agalloch. The record starts with an instrumental track to lead you into the record's majestic landscape, something common in Agalloch records, and it one of their strengths. As this track comes to an end, the sheer beauty that is In The Shadow Of Our Pale Companion begins, which is one of the greatest songs the band has written, with a deep sense of emotional longing for something ... read more

Put dissonance, chaos, noise, and aggression in a blender and this is what you'll end up with, and it's fantastic. Chaotic structures and abrasive noise is what this album thrives on, and is what makes it stand out to much. It creates a fantastic combination of disorienting disarray and memorable riffs which immerses the listener in a rather unsettling but at the same time very pleasant experience. Songs like Promise of the Polis showcase the greatness of the chaotic wall of sounds, while songs ... read more

With a cool combination of harshness and melody this album comes with great riffs, unexpected tempo changes, and aggressive vocals, and pulls it off really well. The first 4 tracks on this record are definitely the high point on this record, and is where the album's formula shines the brightest. Here we get a textures blend of abrasive chaos layered and combined with slight melody from the guitar riffs. It perfectly evolves and varies as it progresses, and when you reach the third track you are ... read more

This EP is a sonic blast right in your face. With constant tempo changes, unconventional structure, loud noisy sound, and an aggressive composition. The only time the EP gives you a break from its constant stream of intensity is when it reaches its seventh track, Άράχναιν, which finally lets you relax during the first half of so of the track. Once past that point however, it comes right back at you with it's harsh intensity. For the remainder of the EP from here, ... read more

stupid horse

Listening to this album felt so refreshing. As one of the more raw-sounding bands in the black metal genre, I was expecting this to feel repetive, albeit still good; however this album really stood out. Most of the rawer sounding black metal bands sound very much alike, with songs all sticking to almost the same sound, however listening to Det Svarte Juv really made me appreciate how unique every song sounded. From start to finish, this album is filled with great riffs coupled with a really ... read more

With Rheia, Oathbreaker delivers a solid combination of beautiful emotion and power. This absolutely stunning soundscape is something that stands out in the genre, and is something I strongly recommend if you want emotional power. In a genre filled to the brim with male vocalists, it is also very refreshing to hear such a talented female vocalist with both a beautiful sung voice and with screams of unparalleled emotion akin to that of Deafheaven. If you like Sunbather and would love to hear it ... read more

On Six Voices Inside, one man black metal band Faidra creates a fantastic release in the spirit of early Burzum, reminiscent especially of Filosofem, with a track like The Depths having striking similarities to Burzum's song Dunkelheit. That is not to say this album does not stand on its own as it does create a quite original sound. Needless to say, this album delivers some great vocal performances and musicianship, and with time, Faidra has the potential to become a leading band in the ... read more

As one of the most infamous yet influential second wave black metal bands to emerge from Norway, Mayhem really defines the Norwegian style with this album, which is one of the hallmarks of black metal and one of its most important releases. From the rather unique guitar style of Euronymous, to the bleak lyrics of Dead, this album serves to define the future of this genre with one of the most haunting releases in the early Norwegian scene. That is not to say the album is flawless, however it ... read more

Wow. Just wow. Two Hunters is truly something else in the realm of atmospheric black metal. It is an album that manages to capture feelings of hopelessness, hope, sadness, joy, and more, all in this four song LP, in a way no other band has managed to do. With high parts that takes you away to a whole other place, and low slower parts which pierces your inner layers of self, this album is a masterpiece in atmosphere and emotion. A must listen to anyone who seeks an album which really gets to ... read more

Fun idea but the music is awful. It's some of the most generic, repetitive, and uninspiring deathcore I have ever heard. And boy was that cover of All Star terrible, even as a meme.

In a genre that is ridden with terrible breakdowns and generic songwriting, Lorna Shore brings something fresh to the table with their latest release, Immortal. Bringing symphonic elements into deathcore, while simultaneously bringing out some of the nastiest vocals in the genre, the album manages to stand out from the pile of mediocre deathcore. The greatest highlight of this album is the vocals, which truly showcase the variety of CJ McCreery and his digusting growls. Delving into the ... read more

This is Deathspell Omega at their peak. The album hits you with a sonic blast of their unique avant-garde take on black metal. With songs like Abscission and Apokatastasis Pantôn, they showcase their true potential, blending harshness with complexity to create a masterpiece of an album that hits you from every direction it can. Paracletus shows the true potential of Deathspell Omega in all areas, and is an album with character. At first this album might be hard to digest and truly ... read more

Truly a haunting album that blends perfect atmosphere with an eerie sense of hopelessness. This album is powerful in that it really gets to you in a way few other albums do. Right from the start of the first track, it creates this melancholic mindspace that turns into this beatiful yet sad work of art. Godspeed You! Black Emperor created a true masterpiece with F♯ A♯ ∞.