January 20, 2022

Upcoming Metal Releases: 1/16/2022-1/22/2022

All the new metal releasing between January 16th, 2022 and January 22nd, 2022 -- spin (or skip) new music from Boris, 40 Watt Sun, The Ferrymen, and more.

Scene Dive #2: Bay Area Death Metal’s Perennial Resurrection

Despite undergoing constant change and no shortage of difficulties, the Bay Area (San Francisco, Oakland, etc.) remains a significant stronghold for American heavy metal—and especially death metal. This in-depth feature includes perspectives from key bands (Ripped to Shreds, Vastum) and labels (Sentient Ruin Laboratories, Carbonized Records).

Noise Pollution #4: Chemtrails, Hosannas, Bloody Elections

Neill reflects on Killing Joke, a standout discovery in his musical exploration.

40 Watt Sun Search for "Perfect Light" on Their New Album (Review)

On their new record, the introspective alternative rock project (masterminded by Warning founder Patrick Walker) charts a striking course through the stormy waters of heartbreak and pain.