The seventh album from French powerhouse, GOJIRA, is almost like the ‘easy listening’ of metal. It is proggier, relatively upbeat, and more mainstream than previous outings but feels like the natural evolution of one of the world’s most skilled bands.
“Lifeblood” is the second full-length album from BRAND OF SACRIFICE (BOS) and is both a career and genre-defining album. The heaviest of breakdowns combined with elements from many other genres makes this a fun and exciting listen, while never feeling repetitive or stale as the formula of each song varies and keeps you guessing! Nothing short of a masterpiece in the genre and a contender for one of the best heavy albums of the year.
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.
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.
The rare supergroup that exceeds expectations, KILLER BE KILLED takes advantage of each member’s talents to make “Reluctant Hero” a late candidate for 2020 Album of the Year.
ARMORED SAINT’s eighth studio album, Punching the Sky, infuses elements of alt rock into the group’s signature sound. The genre stretching works most of the time and keeps the band sounding relevant and ‘fresh’. The end result is a good, albeit inconsistent, album that begins and ends with a string of very strong tracks – including one of their greatest ever.
TALLAH’s debut album is a redefining moment for Nu Metal. They take the best from the forefathers of the genre and bring a heavy, modern twist. For fans of KORN, SLIPKNOT, LINKIN PARK
“Celebration Decay” the new record from the veteran VICIOUS RUMORS sounds fresh but still has the band’s classic feel. It will satisfy the hunger of power metal/VR fans for new music.
Melodic Power Metal act SAVAGE BLOOD have released their debut full-length album “Downfall”. Promising, though inconsistent, the band ultimately accomplishes it’s goal: creating new old school metal and bringing it into 2020
Australian-based prog metal act IRONSTONE have released their debut EP and show a lot of promise! NOTHING MORE, RA, and DREAM THEATER fans will especially appreciate it.
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