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 Excruciate’s riffs follow one another with perfect synchronicity, an unstoppable avalanche designed to overwhelm the listener.

 Death metal and popularity do not care for each other, so the reviewer must embark on the path solely for the sake of becoming a death metal reviewer.

The review explores Excruciate's 1993 album Passage of Life, highlighting its place within the Swedish death metal scene. It praises the band's technical approach and adherence to iconic genre traits while contrasting it with other releases. The review also reflects on the unique challenges of writing death metal reviews with a mix of seriousness and humor. Dive into the brutal world of Swedish death metal with Excruciate’s Passage of Life—listen and experience a classic today!

 The band decides to fully leverage his warm voice to strip away all the rough edges of their identity and seek a much more rock-oriented dimension.

 You find yourself facing a mature group, fully aware of their own value, finally able to express their essence without resorting to force.

Amorphis's 'Tuonela' marks a significant evolution from their death metal roots to a more rock and folk-oriented sound. The album highlights the warm vocals of Pasi Koskinen and embraces doom and psychedelic influences. It represents the band's maturity and confident expression of their true musical identity. While foreshadowing future experimentation, 'Tuonela' stands as a near-perfect and emotionally resonant achievement. Explore Amorphis' 'Tuonela' and experience the perfect blend of metal, folk, and psychedelia—listen now and discover their musical evolution!

 According to Dystopia, we are nothing more than trash, and indeed, contradicting them requires some effort.

 The music is fierce, rabid, and instinctive, the psychological violence is at extremely high levels.

Dystopia's 'Human = Garbage' compilation delivers a fierce and raw blend of sludge and crust punk, deeply rooted in misanthropic themes. The album's fast rhythms and intense screams offer an unrelenting sonic experience that critiques humanity's destructive nature. While the first five tracks stand out with exceptional quality, the remaining songs maintain solid impact. Overall, it’s recommended for listeners seeking harsh and thought-provoking punk music. Dive into the fierce world of Dystopia’s 'Human = Garbage' and experience raw sludge punk that challenges humanity’s dark realities.

 Far from the cold winds of the north... in sunny Greece, the Tolis brothers' band created their music by intensifying what Celtic Frost and other pioneers expressed.

 Essentially, no true Norwegian black metal. But a lot of epicness and, in a certain sense, even majesty.

Rotting Christ emerged from Greece in the late 80s with a unique style that shaped the Hellenic black metal scene. 'Thy Mighty Contract' blends thrash metal vigor with epic, martial rhythms, diverging from Nordic black metal's cold atmosphere. The album is influential and recognized despite geographic isolation. It inspired many Mediterranean bands and marked an important chapter in metal history. Explore the epic sounds of Rotting Christ’s ‘Thy Mighty Contract’ and experience a cornerstone of Greek black metal today.

 Try to clear your mind, the notes will take you far, floating in space you will discover new dimensions.

 Lysergic visions, psychotropic dances, space cats and acid elephants.

This review praises Acrimony's The Acid Elephant E.P. for its immersive psychedelic sound that transports listeners through cosmic and mind-expanding realms. It highlights vivid imagery like space cats and acid elephants and emphasizes the music's ability to break mental barriers. The tone is light and evocative, inviting the listener to experience a floating journey through new dimensions. Experience the cosmic vibes of Acrimony's The Acid Elephant E.P. and let your mind soar beyond boundaries.

 A little gem that contains almost mythical tracks belonging to the group’s first era.

 I lean towards genius.

This review explores a rare 1993 promotional cassette from Elio e le Storie Tese featuring three unreleased tracks from the band's early era. Highlights include a quirky Japanese-Italian cover of 'Nel blu dipinto di blu', a humorous yet brilliant skit-like song 'Gli occhiali dell’amore', and an emotional version of 'Alfieri' with contributions from late member Feiez. The release is praised as a unique gem that showcases the group's blend of silly humor and genuine musical artistry. Listen to this rare cassette and experience the unusual genius of Elio e le Storie Tese's early era!

 Servants of Sorcery is a true album of true black metal, part of the first wave hailing from the cold fjords of Norway.

 The album is not a derivative and soulless work; one can sense the inspiration that can make those who appreciate this type of music happy.

The review explores Fimbulwinter's only album, Servants of Sorcery, as a prime example of early Norwegian black metal. It highlights the band's connection to black metal pioneers like Darkthrone and features Shagrath before his fame with Dimmu Borgir. The album is praised for its authentic and inspired approach, distinct from more commercial black metal acts. It reflects the raw spirit and aesthetic of first-wave Norwegian black metal, appealing to true genre fans. Explore Fimbulwinter's Servants of Sorcery and experience a true piece of black metal history now!

 The Spectral Sorrows is the turning-point album for Edge of Sanity.

 Perhaps purists may turn up their noses, but Edge of Sanity had the right vision.

The Spectral Sorrows marks a turning point for Edge of Sanity, showcasing their shift from traditional death metal to a more progressive and diverse sound. The album blends heavy distortion with melodic elements, incorporating rock, hardcore, and doom influences. Unique tracks like a Manowar cover and a dark wave tribute highlight the band's versatility. This record laid the groundwork for their future success and influenced similar artists like Opeth. Dive into The Spectral Sorrows to experience Edge of Sanity's groundbreaking blend of death metal and progressive sounds!

 If this happens with their debut album, subsequent works will clarify whether it is true talent or just luck; in any case, at least one noteworthy album will bear the name of the band in question.

 Take this album for what it is, which is anything but a masterpiece, but a good work that gives the right energy when you’re in the mood for some light listening.

Runemagick's debut album The Supreme Force of Eternity combines melodic death metal with epic metal influences, delivering an energetic and passionate listening experience. Though not a masterpiece, it stands out as a solid album with nostalgic eighties metal elements. The band’s sound is shaped by influences like Manowar and Amon Amarth but retains a unique Nordic melancholy. Released in 1998, it features bassist Peter Palmdahl, formerly of Dissection. This album is suitable for fans seeking a mix of melodic intensity and epic themes. Explore Runemagick’s debut for a powerful blend of melodic and epic metal energy!

 The result is a live version pounding with metal, where the guitars scratch and the drums pound, and finally you hear some power, after all, they called this music power metal.

 The album doesn’t disappoint and the Japanese singing their lungs out with the choruses contributes to the good success of it all.

The review appreciates Blind Guardian's live album Tokyo Tales for capturing the band's raw early power metal energy. It contrasts this with their more symphonic, fantasy-driven later works, which the reviewer criticizes for contributing to a genre decline. The album's focus on heavier, straightforward metal songs and the enthusiastic Japanese audience enhance its impact. Minor production notes include bass re-recording and the hiring of Oliver Holzwarth for live shows. Overall, a strong, powerful live performance that does not disappoint. Dive into Blind Guardian’s Tokyo Tales and experience authentic power metal energy live from Japan!