Iron Curtain Unleashes the Steel on “Metal Gladiator” mLP (Early EP Stream)
Ready for lean, mean heavy metal? Of course you are, it's Monday. Iron Curtain delivers on their new mLP, which we're streaming here.
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Hellripper Take A Thrilling Step Forward On “Warlocks Grim & Withered Hags” (Interview)
The Scottish one-man black/speed band releases "Warlocks Grim & Withered Hags" today, exploring the dark mythology of the Scottish Highlands. We spoke to mastermind James McBain about the new record.
Stälker’s “Cranking Evil” Is Pure Classic Speed Metal (Interview)
The New Zealand band blasted off a ripping two-song EP last month full of classic 1980s aggression. Read an interview with the band here.
In Venom Inc.’s Future, “There’s Only Black” (Interview w/ Tony Dolan)
We talked to vocalist/bassist Tony "Demolition Man" Dolan (part of Venom's "Prime Evil" lineup) about his past with Venom and Venom Inc's upcoming plans.
Trauma Hits Back With New Album “Awakening” (Interview)
The Bay Area power/speed metal band, reformed in 2013 after a hiatus in the mid-1980s, carves a new path with their recent material that's worth following. We spoke to drummer Kris Gustofson about the new album and the band's journey through the years.
Gallower Seek the Thrashing Delights of “Eastern Witchcraft” (Early mLP Stream)
The Polish black thrashers unveil a new mLP full of wild riffs and utterly devoid of caution. Stream it here before it releases Friday.
Sölicitör Go All In on “All Debts on Death” (Interview)
The Seattle-based speed metal group released their second EP earlier this year – read an interview with guitarist Matt Vogan.
Armory Conduct a Daring “Wormhole Escape” (Early Track Stream)
The Swedish speed metal band will unveil their third album "Mercurion" next month—here's a new track full of cosmic might.
Obey Midnight’s Vile Decree: “Let There Be Witchery” (Interview)
We talked to Midnight mastermind Athenar about the band's fifth full length album, out today.
Make “First Contact” with Kontact’s Exceptionally Alien Heavy Metal (Interview + Early EP Stream)
Featuring members of Traveler and Blackrat, this Canadian sci-fi metal outfit blends heavy, doom, speed metal and more into a jubilantly outlandish offering. Stream their debut EP early and read an interview with the band.