Chris Rowella

Writer Chris Rowella highlights some of the noisiest and nastiest albums of the year.

Though it marks the departure of bassist Rory Ellis, Tunic's latest album is a high point for the band. Check out an early stream of the album here.

The Kansas/Missouri noise rockers offer up a fervent plea as the title for a new banger—check it out plus a Q&A with the band.

Black Sheep Wall is back with a new album that further distinguishes their sound and finds new, heavy ways to make you feel things. Check out the whole album now plus a Q&A with the band.

Get loud and angry, it's a Wednesday after all. Stream the Indiana rockers' new album in full and check out an interview with the band.

Check out the off-kilter music video for Spelljammer's new single "Lake," off their first new album in over five years, plus a Q+A with vocalist/guitarist Niklas Olsson.

Church of Misery founder Tatsu Mikami's side project Sonic Flower recorded a follow-up to their debut back in 2005, but it was sadly shelved. It's finally seeing the light of day now, and we're streaming it early plus a Q&A with Tatsu.

Chris Rowella highlights his top picks of 2020 -- exceptional albums for an exceptional (but in the other sense of the word) year.

It's not the best year to start a band, maybe, but these four debut EPs should not be missed.

Following up on their "The Body" EP, Louisiana sludge pioneers present their follow-up: stream "The Ghost" EP now.