Backpatches & Elbowpatches #10: Music Theory in Metal Studies
While part of metal music studies looks at heavy metal with a cultural and sociological lens, there's plenty of good reading for those interested in analysis of the music itself. Musicologist Ross Hagen provides some starting points and background information.
Upcoming Metal Releases: 12/12/2021-12/18/2021
All the new metal releasing between December 12th, 2021 and December 18th, 2021 -- spin (or skip) new music from Eucharist, Mega Colossus, Celestial Sword, and more.
Joseph Aprill's Top Albums of 2021
Joe Aprill lays out his top 20 for 2021 plus a few noteworthy EPs.
Neill Jameson's Top Albums of 2021
The Krieg front man's list stays local to the US and UK and, no, he can't tell you why.