ION is the album that no one would ever have wanted to conceive, and for this reason, it sounds damnably Portal.

 It’s an orgiastic rite of black and death fragments never heard before.

Portal's ION is a 37-minute journey through extreme death metal, combining frantic rhythms, dark riffs, and unsettling atmospheres. It follows the legacy of Swarth and Vexovoid, presenting new sonic madness and chaotic brutality. The album explores themes of depravity, nightmare, and sonic destruction, delivering a cathartic experience for fans of extreme metal. Dive into Portal's ION, experience extreme death metal like never before—listen now and explore the depths of sonic madness!

 A free and creative flow of sounds, with the drums and double bass drum not as prominent as I would have expected.

 You enter an endless whirlwind of polyrhythmic percussive variations, played with innate elegance, having fun and never over the top.

Dave Lombardo’s solo debut album 'Rites Of Percussion' is a compelling and sophisticated departure from his thrash metal roots. Embracing tribal sounds, diverse percussion instruments, and polyrhythms, the album offers a unique listening experience. Encouraged by Mike Patton, Lombardo creates an improvisational yet refined work perfect for immersive listening. Its concise length and atmospheric nature make it ideal as a soundtrack or deep music exploration. Discover the rhythmic depths of Dave Lombardo’s Rites Of Percussion—listen now and experience percussion like never before!

 They are practically slaves to their own sound; imprisoned and curled up without conceding.

 Asynchronous, poly-rhythmic timing in continuous evolution-revolution; when you think you’ve memorized the flow of a track, suddenly everything changes.

Meshuggah's ninth album, Immutable, arrives after a six-year gap, maintaining their iconic, intense sound. The album's complex, claustrophobic nature showcases their unmatched technical skill, especially Tomas Haake's drumming. Though minimalistic and predictable for longtime fans, the album delivers powerful grooves and distinctive instrumental moments. It's a must-listen for fans of intricate, heavier metal. Dive into Meshuggah's Immutable and experience one of the most technically intense metal albums ever made!

 Taphonomia Aeternitatis... is undoubtedly the band’s most adventurous work.

 An album that not only represents the inexhaustible creative vein of a legendary band but raises the stakes for all... striving to keep alive and innovate this genre.

Abigor’s 2024 album Taphonomia Aeternitatis marks a daring and sophisticated evolution in their 30-year black metal journey. Building on their acclaimed past works, especially Totschläger, the album fuses avant-garde, progressive, and classical extreme metal influences. It balances complex technicality with intense ferocity, intricate arrangements, and diverse vocal styles. Celebrated as a masterpiece and challenge to the genre’s limits, this release cements Abigor’s status as black metal veterans. Dive into Abigor’s Taphonomia Aeternitatis and experience one of 2024’s most thrilling extreme metal masterpieces!

 Purge says it all in the title: it’s a true purification, an attempt by Justin to exorcise his fears.

 Nothing has changed since 1992. Purge is a sinister, menacing, murky album.

Purge marks a monumental return for Godflesh after seven years, continuing the legacy of their 1992 classic Pure. The album is a dark, heavy, and purifying industrial metal experience fueled by intense guitars, bass, and drum machines. Vocal delivery ranges from raw aggression to ethereal moments reminiscent of Broadrick's Jesu project. Overall, the review praises Purge as a triumphant, powerful work that confirms Godflesh's enduring influence. Listen to Godflesh's Purge now and experience the raw power of industrial metal's pioneers.

 It took me 2 years to elevate this album to a masterpiece, making it mine, listening to it and relistening to it, finding the squaring of the circle.

 Every genre is unrecognizable yet identifiable, evanescent in the contours but perfectly in focus in the rendering.

Éons by Neptunian Maximalism is a demanding yet rewarding 128-minute instrumental masterpiece fusing diverse genres like drone doom, jazz, psychedelic rock, and avant-garde influences. The album is divided into three parts, narrating Earth's evolution from the Anthropocene to a speculative future era. Its complexity requires patient multiple listens, ultimately revealing a deeply communicative and immersive experience. The album artwork complements this sonic journey perfectly. Dive into the immersive world of Éons and discover a masterful blend of genres and cosmic storytelling—listen now!

 The album’s value remains virtually intact, given the group’s great ability to create majestic and extraordinary soundscapes capable of transporting the listener to another world.

 An unmissable album for those seeking atmospheric black metal, for meditation or total isolation, far from the usual clichè typical of the genre.

Blut aus Nord remains an enigmatic and pioneering black metal band known for blending symphonic, industrial, and electronic elements. 'Memoria Vetusta II: Dialogue with the Stars' continues their conceptual saga with atmospheric, epic soundscapes that evoke cold nature and meditative isolation. Despite minor flaws like the drum machine's sometimes artificial sound, the album offers richly immersive compositions. It's perfect for listeners seeking a contemplative and unique black metal experience beyond typical genre clichés. Dive into Blut aus Nord's haunting world and experience 'Memoria Vetusta II'—a landmark in atmospheric black metal worth savoring.

 The legendary vocalists Dickinson and Blaze Bayley, two MYTHOLOGICAL BEASTS OF THE MICROPHONE.

 The Second Volume explores its best Live side with good care of alternating Workhorses with excellent studio initiatives.

The review celebrates Iron Maiden's Best Of The Beast Vol. 2 as a magnificent collection that captures the band's live and studio prowess. It honors legendary vocalists Dickinson and Blaze Bayley, highlighting the album as a rich metal anthology. The reviewer praises the blend of classic and indie-noise elements, emphasizing the album’s role in enriching Iron Maiden's legacy rather than defining it. Discover the powerful legacy of Iron Maiden—listen to Best Of The Beast Vol. 2 now!

 Unbelievable...experiencing sadistic pleasure...pure and uncontrollable violence!!

 It is my duty at this point to mention the monumental 'Manufactured Hope', which remarkably harks back to the distant past of Fear Factory.

Fear Factory’s Aggression Continuum delivers a brutal and futuristic fusion of groove, industrial, and thrash metal. The album reunites key members Dino Cazares and Burton C. Bell, capturing a sound reminiscent of their classic Demanufacture era. With powerful vocals, precise production, and intense riffs, it stands out as one of the best metal releases of 2021. The reviewer praises its energy, heaviness, and sonic innovation. Dive into Fear Factory’s Aggression Continuum and experience one of 2021’s most intense metal albums. Listen now and feel the fury!

 Each member of the band entered the studio, flooding it with the claustrophobic sounds of their instruments.

 I come out of it destroyed, in pieces...but regenerated...exactly what I needed on this windy and freezing afternoon in Ossola.

This review explores Meshuggah's album ‘I’, a single-track 20-minute metal epic praised as the band's career pinnacle. The album's chaotic, intense, and unpredictable nature creates a claustrophobic and powerful listening experience. The reviewer describes the recording process as spontaneous and raw, resulting in a unique sonic journey blending techno-groove, death metal, and doom influences. Despite its challenging complexity, the album leaves a regenerating emotional impact. Dive into Meshuggah’s ‘I’ and experience a groundbreaking metal journey unlike any other.

 Thrash, Hardcore, Punk colliding, battling with each other, with Mike’s flamboyant voice leading the crazy adventure companions.

 Yet another demonstration of controlled fury, inhuman strength, primitive violence.

This review praises the 2018 Dead Cross EP for its intense fusion of thrash, hardcore, and punk. The band's explosive energy is highlighted through Mike Patton's dynamic vocals and Dave Lombardo's powerful drumming. The production is solid, though slightly too polished for the reviewer's taste. Notable tracks and the EP's ability to alleviate tension and pain are also emphasized. Dive into the fierce energy of Dead Cross EP—listen now and feel the raw power!

 "Perhaps the best release I’ve heard in the Black Metal scene for at least the past 10 years."

 "This is the real Metal: the kind that still scares, whose screams come from within, from the depths of our soul."

The reviewer praises Akhlys' album The Dreaming I as a rare Black Metal masterpiece, combining chilling darkness, technical brilliance, and harsh vocals. The album is recognized for its intense, relentless atmosphere and innovative yet balanced approach. It leaves a lasting impression and serves as a benchmark in the genre. The reviewer rates it a perfect 10/10. Listen to Akhlys' The Dreaming I and experience one of the decade’s most powerful Black Metal albums.

 The album is perhaps one of the few indefinable works I’ve listened to in the last 5 years, a mix of dissonance, strange timings, dark and gloomy atmospheres.

 A very beautiful album anyway, suitable as a background for a waking nightmare on a rainy day.

The Veil of Control by Dysrhythmia is a challenging yet rewarding album blending elements of metal, prog, and ambient music. It features intricate rhythms, dissonance, and refined technical skill. While not an easy listen and not for everyone, it offers a unique sonic journey perfect for deep, focused listening. The album stands out as a genre-defying work ideal for fans of avant-garde sounds. Dive into Dysrhythmia’s The Veil of Control for a challenging and immersive avant-garde metal experience.

 An album that sounds absolutely unlike anything you have heard so far.

 Next Level Black Metal.

Dodecahedron's Kwintessens is a bold and extreme Black Metal album that breaks traditional genre clichés through experimental sounds and complex rhythms. It demands attentive listening and is suited for open-minded, musically cultured fans. The album combines brutality with atmosphere, making it unique and captivating despite its challenging nature. Praised for its courage and creativity, Kwintessens stands out as a significant release in modern Black Metal. Listen to Kwintessens and experience the fearless, experimental edge of Black Metal today!

 Every riff and passage, no matter how intricate, is easily assimilable and singable.

 'Mata Hari' and 'Epiphany' represent two true masterpieces of instrumental Djent, dreamy and jazzy just right with this 7-string powerful as never before.

Intervals' album In Time features exquisite guitar work by Aaron Marshall and top-tier production. It blends djent, progressive rock, and jazz into a catchy yet complex instrumental experience. The album stands out for its melodic passages and technical mastery, with tracks like 'Mata Hari' and 'Epiphany' highlighting its unique quality. Despite strong later releases, In Time remains the band's crowning achievement. Listen to Intervals' In Time and experience the pinnacle of instrumental progressive djent!

 The desire to copy themselves.

 The songs are stale, you forget them immediately, perhaps with the exception of a couple of tracks at most.

Misery Signals' latest album Ultraviolet fails to live up to their earlier masterpieces. Despite solid production and vocal performance, it lacks innovation and memorable tracks. The band seems to repeat their past sound without the energy and magic that made previous albums stand out. The reviewer hoped for a more experimental approach and finds the album largely disappointing. Discover why Misery Signals' Ultraviolet divides fans—listen now and decide if it's a masterpiece or a missed opportunity.

 "Shakespearean Metal."

 The voice is immensely powerful, choral, and magnificently inspired, with a timbre similar to Corey Taylor in a state of grace.

Slice the Cake’s Odyssey to the West is hailed as a Shakespearean Metal masterpiece, blending epic storytelling with melodic Deathcore and progressive elements. The album features poetic lyrics, powerful vocals reminiscent of Corey Taylor, and refined musical arrangements. Noteworthy tracks include the powerful opener and the stunning ballad 'Castles in the Sky II - Pieces of Ruins.' Its complexity may challenge some listeners but remains a unique and rare achievement in modern metal. Dive into the epic journey of Slice the Cake’s Odyssey to the West and experience Shakespearean Metal like never before!

 "Visualize is one of those songs that confirmed everything that monstrous hype could only imagine."

 The voice is nothing short of inhuman from one of the best singers on the face of the earth, with scream and growl that are powerful, deep, 'lived' and absolutely unconventional.

Abiogenesis' single 'Visualize' stands out as a powerful blend of Deathcore and Progressive metal with diverse influences. The band delivers epic riffs, brutal yet melodic vocals, and exceptional production. The song showcases technical mastery and emotional depth, positioning Abiogenesis as a top-tier heavy metal act from Italy. Fans of complex and intense metal will find much to admire here. Listen to Abiogenesis' 'Visualize' now and experience Italy’s finest Deathcore/Progressive metal fusion!

 The soundscapes of the album have seeped under your skin, and now you see everything with very different eyes.

 Carpe Noctem overturns our concept not only of music but also of reality.

Carpe Noctem’s second album Vitrun offers a deeply complex and atmospheric journey into progressive and avant-garde black metal. Its abstract cover mirrors the unsettling and multi-layered music inside, blending dissonance, frenetic riffs, and dark psychological themes. The album demands open-mindedness and patience but rewards listeners with a unique, immersive experience. Vitrun defies conventional metal and challenges perception, marking a high point for Iceland’s metal scene. Dive into the dark, complex world of Carpe Noctem’s Vitrun and experience a groundbreaking black metal journey today.

 If until now you believed that '...And Justice For All' was unassailable, you will have to quickly reconsider.

 The bass is the conductor’s baton, the beacon in the night, the torch to follow in a world about to be destroyed.

Mekong Delta's 1988 album 'The Music of Erich Zann' is a landmark in technical thrash metal, blending progressive complexity with Lovecraftian storytelling. The band, formed under pseudonyms to overcome scene biases, created a record with intense atmosphere and innovative bass work by Ralph Hubert. Inspired by H.P. Lovecraft's narrative, the album offers an intricate and unique listening experience that challenges metal conventions and stands as a testament to musical innovation. Explore Mekong Delta's groundbreaking album and experience the ultimate blend of thrash and Lovecraftian metal storytelling!