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Michi Gray Eyes – Her Dark Side: Sometimes we give chances to things that aren’t exactly Metal in form, but in spirit. That’s the case with this track. It brings us back to the early days of artists like Sylvaine or Darkher, which is always flattering. So if you want your witchy music from the woods—as peaceful as it is mysterious—then this has you covered. The atmosphere is thick, the emotions are raw, and the whole thing feels like a ritual you weren’t invited to but stumbled upon anyway.
Dez Marinkov – The Serpent Queen: This track totally feels like a more electronic and accessible take on 2010s extreme riffing. It might sometimes touch familiar places, but the vocals and light production keep the whole thing rather refreshing. Not all Metal with down-tuned guitars needs to cause ear damage. It can also be refined like this. The grooves are solid, the melodies are clean, and the overall package is surprisingly easy to digest without losing edge.
Charnel Crown – People Like You: There’s a certain angsty energy in this track. However, there’s also enough maturity and thick basslines for me to appreciate how direct and catchy it can be. If you miss the anger in your Metal and want something more old-fashioned yet produced with decency, then this is it. It feels as if Pantera and At the Gates had a kid. That’s pretty weird, right? But weird in a way that works more often than it should.
Forsaken Profit – Road Rash: Dirty, merciless, and just disgusting. How else can I describe work that seems to mix Punk, Thrash, and even a bit of Grindcore all in one go? It’s tricky, but it still has that brutality that screams no-nonsense. So if you want to escape from anything remotely sentimental, this display of pure rage and discomfort will do great. No frills, no ballads, no apologies. Just straight-up sonic violence from start to finish.
Vyr Muk – Mens Devastata: Dark, chaotic, and still dirty. Vyr Muk isn’t new to this section, but this is probably their creepiest and most disturbing work to date. Or maybe its heaviest. It doesn’t matter, because you’re going to get disgusting riffs left and right in little to no time. There’s a huge PTSD theme running through here, and the music fits that perfectly. So vent all your trauma here if you want. The band provides a safe space for your unsafety. A brutal, ugly, cathartic release. Recommended for those who like their therapy with distortion pedals.
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