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 The riffs... are a constant and frenzied assault: za-za-za-za za-za-za-za za-za-za-za without compromises.

 The style isn't that innovative for an album from 1989, which unfortunately didn't lead to commercial success for the band.

Mandator's Perfect Progeny exemplifies raw and aggressive Dutch thrash metal with relentless riffs and long, intense songs. The album marks a shift from their earlier melodic style with Marcel Verdurmen taking over vocals in a harsher approach. While not groundbreaking or commercially successful, it remains an intense and noteworthy thrash record from 1989. Despite some limitations, it's a vital listen for fans of European extreme metal. The reviewer still prefers their debut but recommends not to overlook Perfect Progeny. Dive into Mandator's Perfect Progeny and experience a relentless thrash metal onslaught from the Dutch underground!

 "Extremely low tunings make Electric Wizard seem like a group of mentally stable, health-conscious people who love goji berries."

 "Here, you can feel the sweat, the effort that numbs you, as when Schwarzenegger goes in circles pushing the beams of the wheel of pain over and over... doom DOOM doom DOOM and it seems to never end."

Conan's 'Existential Void Guardian' delivers an intense doom metal experience marked by crushing low tunings and warrior spirit. The album channels the raw power of Viking warriors and relentless distortion, setting a new standard for heavy riffs. Compared to other bands, Conan's sound feels harsher and more primal, evoking a sense of ancient battle and raw power. The review praises the album's energy, atmosphere, and instrumental ferocity. Dive into Conan's crushing doom sound—listen to 'Existential Void Guardian' and experience the warrior spirit!

 These Trombe have imagination to spare! And class too, the thrash riffs in "Vomithunder" shred spectacularly, and who hasn’t vomited after a binge?

 Stories of Italian life lived in a crazy and irreverent hard ’n’ heavy cocktail that brings good humor while maintaining the metallic DNA.

This review celebrates Trombe di Falloppio's album 'Santi Numi!' as an imaginative thrash metal record infused with humor and Italian life stories. The intense riffs, good humor, and nostalgic storytelling create a unique listening experience. Produced by Elio e le Storie Tese, the album shines with metallic passion and irreverence. It’s especially favored by fans who appreciate metal with personality and a touch of comic flair. Dive into the thrash metal madness of 'Santi Numi!' and experience Italian metal like never before.

 Emperor stand there feeding the doubt.

 There is no need for face paint and corpse paint, when he screams Inno a Satana he could even be wearing a Winnie the Pooh costume and it would still freeze the blood in your veins.

The review compares black metal's often rigid tradition to the more varied death metal, yet admits Emperor's unique artistry challenges that perspective. Highlighting their powerful live shows and atmospheric sound blending icy riffs with haunting keyboards, the album 'As the Shadows Rise' is portrayed as a pivotal black metal work. The reviewer reflects on the band’s influence and the profound emotional and dark spiritual experience they evoke, emphasizing black metal's niche and divisive nature. Dive into Emperor's 'As the Shadows Rise' and experience the dark essence of black metal's finest moments.

 "Everything is carefully blended into a mixture that explodes in the listener's face with the force of the shockwave of irony."

 "Irony and mockery seem to be the new path to revitalize a genre that has become quite atrophied and stagnant."

Nanowar's Stairway to Valhalla fuses powerful neoclassical and power metal elements with sharp irony and humor. Featuring guest vocals from Fabio Lione, the album cleverly mocks metal clichés and pays homage to legends like Manowar and Blind Guardian. The band delivers memorable choruses and a fresh, playful approach that breathes new life into a genre often seen as stagnant. Listen to Nanowar's Stairway to Valhalla and experience epic metal with a hilarious twist!

 Black Moon Rising lasts less than three minutes, the best of the album is all there.

 Darkside has always left me with the impression of premature ejaculation, perfect first track, followed by good songs alternating with useless instrumental fillers.

Necrophobic's Darkside offers a powerful black-death metal experience, with the opening track 'Black Moon Rising' standing out as a highlight. The album blends cold atmospheres and acoustic elements well but suffers from inconsistency and some weaker instrumental fillers. A notable guest appearance by Jon Nödtveidt elevates the closing songs. Though not as inspired as their debut, Darkside remains a strong effort deserving attention. Explore Necrophobic's Darkside for a chilling black-death metal journey and hear the iconic 'Black Moon Rising' now!

 Clothes don’t make the monk, but the cover makes death metal.

 Fragments of Resolution, a truly unique case of a death metal ballad, also the best track of the bunch.

Monstrosity's Millennium album marks a milestone in Florida death metal with its intense rhythm section and outstanding vocals by George Corpsegrinder. Despite a disappointing album cover, the music shines through with dynamic shifts, brutal sound, and unique tracks like 'Fragments of Resolution.' The album stands out as a definitive piece of extreme metal from its era. Discover Monstrosity's Millennium and experience a landmark in brutal Florida death metal—listen now!

 A perfect alloy of hardcore and metal—stainless, highly resistant, evolved.

 A good half-hour of bile spilled onto the street, barks and paranoia with the heart always in the throat.

Turmoil's 'The Process Of...' delivers a potent fusion of hardcore and metal rooted in raw aggression and intense energy. The album moves beyond traditional hardcore rhythms, inspired by legends like Slayer and Botch, creating a dense, thick soundscape. This release stands out for its precision and mastery, building a formidable wall of sound full of rage and adrenaline. It's a relentless, emotional experience that resonates with fans of heavy and evolved hardcore music. Experience Turmoil's fierce fusion—listen to 'The Process Of...' now and feel the adrenaline surge!

 The sound of paralysis, or rather almost paralysis, because deep down you can still move and even think a little, but only a little, mind you!

 Listening to Hardly Longer Reality even makes you sway your hips in time, dancing happily, as much as that might be feasible.

Breach's Godbox EP delivers a powerful post-hardcore sound marked by emotional detachment and physical groove. Unlike psychedelic or classic rock influences, it remains raw and essential. The bass lines are strikingly bare yet impactful, offering a mix of paralysis and subtle movement. The track "Hardly Longer Reality" brings an unexpected danceable element to the intense atmosphere. Dive into Breach's Godbox EP and experience raw post-hardcore intensity with a surprising groove – listen now!

 Blast beats like it was raining blood.

 Minutes are not needed, seconds are enough.

Xysma’s 'Swarming of the Maggots' is a short and furious grindcore album from Finland’s 1989 scene. With 18 tracks in just over 17 minutes, it features intense blasts, chaotic screams, and raw guitar riffs. The reviewer praises the album as a pioneer work in grindcore, highlighting its madness and energy. Dive into the madness of Xysma's grindcore classic and experience 17 minutes of fierce Finnish metal intensity!