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 Chelsea Wolfe descended from this pitch-black star like a necessary entity meant for the purification/putrefaction of the sonic color that looms around us and infects both ears and eyes.

 "Tracks (Tall Bodies)", where the refrain rises on a pedestal made of broken glass, declaring the distance from a crooked world and a connection with a kindred line.

Chelsea Wolfe's Apocalypsis is a haunting and hypnotic album blending dark folk, doom, and melancholic americana. The music immerses listeners in a visceral, emotional atmosphere, with lo-fi textures and ethereal vocals enhancing its somber mood. Tracks like "Mer", "Tracks (Tall Bodies)", and "Pale On Pale" show a masterful use of dynamic contrasts and primal energy. This album is a profound journey into sound and emotion, ideal for fans of intense, atmospheric music. Discover the dark, hypnotic world of Chelsea Wolfe's Apocalypsis – listen now and immerse yourself in its emotional depths.

 If the Melvins still had mud in their hair, they’d write a song like 'Solaranus', murky just enough, with that touch of schizoidry.

 Did I tell you not to listen to the sun with your ears uncovered? No? No big deal, now you’re just deaf.

Årabrot’s Solar Anus delivers a dark, intense noise rock experience influenced by the Melvins and characterized by heavy riffs, tribal drums, and eerie electronics. The album’s murky atmosphere and raw edge create a powerful, unsettling soundscape that reflects the harshness of Norway’s environment. The review praises the band’s ability to evoke emotion and anxiety through their music, highlighting unique tracks like 'Solaranus' and 'Madonna Was A Whore.' Fans of experimental and noise rock will find this album a gripping listen. Dive into the raw and haunting world of Årabrot’s Solar Anus—listen now to experience Norway’s wild noise rock scene!

 "'Sign My Name' is a deadly blow, the guitars are saturated to the max, it’s an alien and cubic heavy metal."

 "If it got a Turbonegro fan (who, apart from Hank, have nothing to do with this crap) like me excited, that says it all."

The review covers Doctor Midnight & The Mercy Cult's debut album as a hard-hitting fusion of industrial metal, shock rock, and heavy riffs. Hank Von Helvete returns with a powerful presence, backed by notable musicians Tim Skold and Anders Odden. The album's tracks combine intense guitars and industrial elements with dynamic vocal performances. The reviewer, a former Turbonegro fan, finds the hybrid sound exciting and compelling. This album demands close attention and appreciation. Discover the fierce sounds of Doctor Midnight & The Mercy Cult—listen to their powerful debut now!

 When silence settles on the ears like corroding dust, you know you’re listening to a record by Skinny Puppy.

 The entrance of this structure is Kraftwerkian, dimly lit, with spectral minimalisms dancing around a mechanized voice.

Skinny Puppy's HanDover delivers a dark, immersive experience filled with eerie synths and industrial tones. The album flows with melodic yet unsettling rhythms, blending elements from EBM to glitch. Tracks like 'Cullorblind' and 'Noisex' showcase a range of haunting atmospheres and dynamic beats. The reviewer praises its timelessness and depth, calling it a powerful, shadowy journey. Dive into the haunting world of HanDover—listen and experience Skinny Puppy's dark industrial brilliance now!

 The stench of the end of times is so close that you don’t even need to open the window to notice its rotting presence.

 If you withstand the sludge fury of "Malice"...then yes, you can enjoy the last moments of a world that has stunk of death for quite a while.

Brutal Truth's 'End Time' delivers over twenty years of grindcore mastery with a powerful mix of sludge, guttural vocals, and apocalyptic atmosphere. The album challenges listeners with intense tracks like "Malice" and the title track, combining noisy atonality with brutal hardcore energy. This work embodies the decay and downfall of civilization with unrelenting sonic aggression and occasional melancholic moments. Fans of extreme music will find a rewarding if demanding listening experience. Dive into the chaotic world of Brutal Truth's 'End Time'—experience the fierce grindcore apocalypse now!

 The delicate yet full voice of Einar Solberg plunges your face down into a chorus that remains in your head as if it were a pop record.

 "Thorn" leaves me flabbergasted, with a mutant trumpet, desperate screams from Ihsahn, and free jazz bursts breaking everything.

The review praises Leprous' album Bilateral for its intricate progressive metal style marked by odd time signatures and haunting vocals from Einar Solberg. It highlights memorable collaborations and draws comparisons to influential artists like King Crimson and Devin Townsend. The record is noted for combining technical complexity with emotional depth and innovative soundscapes. Dive into Leprous' Bilateral and experience groundbreaking progressive metal from Norway today!

 Maynard, with Puscifer...what the hell are you trying to tell us?

 With this plethoric bunch of monsters along with MJK’s nightmare voice, it should turn out to be an album to lick your toes over. But no, or rather, I am conflicted.

This review critically examines Puscifer’s album 'Conditions Of My Parole,' acknowledging some progress from its predecessor but expressing mixed feelings about its industrial and experimental sounds. The reviewer highlights standout tracks like 'Green Valley' and 'Lustful' while questioning some stylistic choices and influences. Despite the notable lineup of collaborators, the album never fully convinces as much as expected from Maynard James Keenan. The review ends on a puzzling note about the album's artistic message. Listen to Puscifer’s 'Conditions Of My Parole' to explore its unique industrial blend and decide where it stands in Maynard James Keenan’s musical journey.

 Dave McKean translates with his crooked shadows, his hallucinatory faces, the straight lines dripping with madness.

 There is the mad bitterness of Bradbury, there are the shadows with which he paints the canvas of his books.

The review praises Dave McKean's evocative and hallucinatory illustrations that complement Ray Bradbury’s dark and haunting story, The Homecoming. It highlights the themes of fear, family, and sadness depicted through both words and art. The reviewer appreciates the way McKean's artwork intensifies the original narrative with shadows and madness. The classic story’s macabre elements and melancholic mood are effectively brought to life by this new edition. Dive into the chilling world of The Homecoming with Dave McKean’s mesmerizing illustrations—discover this haunting classic today!

 They are a surge of slaps that set your face on fire.

 Caro sings, and touches the heart, an enveloping timbre, halfway between icy sensations and black warmth.

Oathbreaker's Mælstrøm is a powerful and unrelenting album that blends hardcore aggression with sludge and black metal elements. The intense and abrasive female vocals drive the emotional weight of the record, carried by crushing riffs and dynamic tempo shifts. Acoustic and folkish touches add unexpected depth and contrast. This debut promises exciting potential for future evolution. Listen to Oathbreaker’s Mælstrøm now and experience a fierce wave of hardcore and metal unlike anything you've heard before.

 The words are a pitch-black music from the veins of a postmortem pop.

 We are magnetically drawn into the voracious mouth of violent sex, the magnet placed on the tip of Mr. Munro’s dick, and by then we are already beautifully screwed since a while.

Nick Cave's novel delves deep into the troubled mind of Bunny Munro, an absurd yet strikingly real antihero. The story combines raw sexuality, psychological chaos, and a haunting on-the-road tale of self-destruction and reluctant redemption. Cave's prose creates vivid, dark imagery that pulls readers into a bleak but magnetic world. The narrative explores complex themes like obsession, failure, and the painful pursuit of limits. A gripping and profoundly unsettling read. Dive into Nick Cave's gripping and dark tale of Bunny Munro—explore a raw story of obsession, chaos, and redemption today.