Invisible Oranges

Nine IO writers share their mid-year favorites for 2022.

Touring in support of his latest album and book, Neurosis frontman Steve Von Till brings his stark folk and ambient music to select US cities. Enter to win tickets by email!

All the new metal that’s released between June 19th, 2022 and June 25th, 2022 — spin (or skip) new music from Alestorm, Knoll, Paganizer, and more.

All the new metal that’s released between June 12th, 2022 and June 18th, 2022 — spin (or skip) new music from White Ward, Esoctrilihum, Inexorum, and more.

Slightly delayed! All the new metal that’s released between June 5th, 2022 and June 11th, 2022 — spin (or skip) new music from Kreator, Tomb Mold, Deathwhite, and more.

The Czech quartet revels in sardonic aggression as they explore thrash metal’s potential on their latest album – read our review.

The New York-based band navigates the chaotic field of sludge and doom with their own singular style, exploring thoughtful concepts with a massive sound. Read an interview with the band here and check out a new single.

All the new metal that’s released between May 29th, 2022 and June 4th, 2022 — spin (or skip) new music from GWAR, Terminal Nation, Artificial Brain, and more.

The long-running grind/death metal group have unleashed their first full-length release of the 2020s, and it annihilates. Read our review here.

All the new metal releasing between May 22nd, 2022 and May 28th, 2022 — spin (or skip) new music from Mournful Congregation, Holocausto Canibal, Thrall, and more.