IOTUNN Interview on The Metal Community

March 27, 2021 Mathew 0

This week, we were joined by Jesper Gräs of IOTUNN to discuss the band’s journey and recent debut album. We also discuss Jesper’s experiences with metal music, his thoughts on the community and ideas on how to help metal music thrive.

JUDGE MINOS – “The Keeper of Imbalance” Album Review

March 20, 2021 Mathew 0

The debut EP from Switzerland’s JUDGE MINOS is so impressive it’s hard to believe “The Keeper of Imbalance” is their first release. Taking influence from power/thrash bands like METAL CHURCH, SLAYER, and ICED EARTH, the group makes a statement on this album. Incredible vocals, precise musicianship and tightly written songs make JUDGE MINOS a group to watch.

KRYPT Interview on The Metal Community

March 13, 2021 Mathew 0

This week, we interviewed the new thrashers, KRYPT, from Augusta, Georgia to chat about their experiences in metal, their newly released debut EP, and the difficult decision to continue on after the unfortunate passing of their bassist, Jesse Clay. Check out the interview for some fun stories and good insights from a group grinding away every day.

CAPRA Interview on The Metal Community

February 27, 2021 Mathew 0

We interviewed the metallic hardcore band CAPRA for our “The Metal Community: What It Is, Why It Is So Essential, And How We Can Grow It” series to hear about the group’s history, experiences, and their thoughts on how we can all help the community thrive

IOTUNN – Band Profile

February 20, 2021 Mathew 0

Newcomer IOTUNN is set to blow-up and break musical boundaries along the way. Blending genres from progressive to death metal, their debut album, out this month, is an early indication that IOTUNN has the talent and creativity to be huge.

NUCLEAR WINTER – “Judgement Day” Album Review

February 6, 2021 Mathew 0

The debut album from Buffalo-based thrash outfit NUCLEAR WINTER is a preview of something that could be very special. On par with the debuts of many legendary thrash bands, “Judgement Day” proves NUCLEAR WINTER has the potential to someday fight for a spot in the Big 4 of a new generation.

OVERKILL – “I Hear Black” (1993) Album Review

January 30, 2021 Mathew 0

OVERKILL has released nineteen studio albums in their career. Their 1993 release “I Hear Black” is often marked as one of their worst albums, thanks in part to label interference. We decided to take a trip down memory lane and re-review the album to see how it truly stacks up.

Beginner’s Guide to Metal Genres

January 16, 2021 Mathew 0

Since the formation of heavy metal, the number of genres and sub-genres have exploded. This week we have released a beginner’s guide as a stepping stone into the sea of metal genres.

ETERNAL CHAMPION – Band Profile

January 9, 2021 Mathew 0

Formed in Austin, Texas, ETERNAL CHAMPION has only two studio albums to date, but this epic Power Metal band have made their presence known in a short time and have quickly gained a following.