Contributions
Getting to Know Onset’s Unstructured Approach
Project guitarist Calvin Chiang discusses bending genres and breaking rules; their 2018 album “Unstructured Dissemination” is finally out on physical media.
Comatose Vigil A.K. Teases "Evangelium Nihil" with 18-Minute Title Track
The funeral doom epic offers a peek into the troupe’s new manifestation as a three-piece.
Solo Artist SadVoice Proves Prolific with Countless Projects
The Ukrainian master of atmosphere rings in another exceptional year of releases despite technological tragedy — we dive into his past work to showcase some gems.
The Underground Above and Metal Deep Within
Showcasing five under-the-radar releases from deep within metal’s mysterious chasms.
Heartstring Harmonies: Meaning of Life's "Signs" EP
The black metal artist from Honduras speaks about his project’s latest album “Signs” and more.
Grift’s Erik Gärdefors Offers a Glimpse into Folk’s New Horizon
The solo artist describes how he bridges the gap between traditional Swedish instruments and the world of heavy music.
Novembers Doom Vocalist Paul Kuhr Talks Songwriting and Staying Alive in The Music Industry
In a candid conversation, the “dark metal” artist shares his truth about 30 years of blazing trails in music; meanwhile, Novembers Doom will be performing at this year’s Forever Deaf Fest in Chicago.
Rigor Sardonicous and the Apocalyptic Doom of "Ridenti Mortuus"
Check out an early full stream of the New York doom metal outfit’s latest full-length “Ridenti Mortuus,” plus our chat with the vocalist.
Jamming with Jenna, Round #1: Jake Paul, Gaahl, and the Shortcomings of Neurosis-Hungry Documentaries
IO Staff Writer Jenna DePasquale disassembles popular documentaries on the supposedly sociopathic, revealing a distortion in the lens of the journalist, not necessarily the subject.