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Harakiri - Twilight Of The Idols

Fri, 13 Jun 2003 00:11:22 EST

God damn… Willowtip is just digging out all of the good death metal bands lately. It's no wonder a lot of other labels are mostly releasing total shit. This one's a real winner across the board. The music is fucking complete and total death metal just how it should be done: A sense of contemporary flare with old school roots, great changes (and tons of 'em), just the right amount of technicality, a wide range of tempos, solid musicianship and songwriting, and so on. And all of this compressed into songs that almost never stretch past the three-minute mark. The vocals are incredibly forceful low growls with some slightly higher screams on occasion. And if you want to talk contrast, take the fucking stellar "Hungry American" - one minute sounding not unlike early Deicide at their best, the next dropping a slick acoustic melody, then breaking into some chugging rhythms with fucked up time signatures and nice dual guitar interaction. Also evident on occasion are brief yet blazing solos, light instances of perfect dissonance, or carefully tucked away melodies. Fucking great stuff. The recording is awesome. I don't have any real complaints. The drums sound great and highlight a tight performance, the guitar tone is loud and heavy, but not messy, the bass tone is well defined and adds great low-end density, and the vocals are perfectly placed right at the heart of it. There are a few breaks where the bass takes control and it sounds fucking amazing, so I'd definitely like to hear the basslines take hold a little bit more, but it's not a big deal. This sounds better than most any death metal release that's come out on far larger labels lately. Also far above average are the lyrics, which encompass an intelligence almost unheard of within such genres. "The shirt of the nation is still stained with the gravy. A whole generation now knows no fear for life or prosperity. Awaiting a time, awaiting a chance to put their ass on the line. The loyal and vicious gather arms and begin to shine. Hunger pain in the homes of average men hails the twilight of altruism's orgies once again. Inspiration comes when looking out for number one…" The layout uses a minimal color scheme of browns with tons of metallic gold ink printed above. It can make the lyrics hard to read at certain angles, but it's worth it in the end because it looks slick. This is another one of the best death metal records I've heard in years, and it's the second of which coming compliments of Willowtip. Highly recommended. 9/10

Alarum - Eventuality

Mon, 10 Jan 2005 16:26:35 EST

Back in the early 90's, which were undoubtedly the glory days of death metal, there were bands like Cynic, Atheist, and Pestilence that were far ahead of their time playing a style of jazzy progressive death metal that set the standard for the genre. Years have past and still these bands are considered to be the tops in the genre and few bands have ever come close to recording albums as great as the pioneers, UNTIL NOW. Eventuality is quite simply as good as progressive jazz infused death metal can get, and will prove to be a classic release. This is an album that any fan of forward thinking and progressive music cannot pass up.

Arsis - A Celebration Of Guilt

Mon, 10 Jan 2005 16:29:29 EST

After Slaughter of the Soul, melodic death metal essentially went straight down the tubes and exchanged its onetime in-your-face attitude and unparalleled aggression with powderpuff posturing and highly generic, cliched songwriting…. until now! Arsis' A Celebration of Guilt is the perfect marriage of shimmery snakecharming melody, efficient, jam-packed songwriting, and a harnessed virtuosity so infectious you'll have to wear condoms over your eardrums to avoid its entrancing spell! Spreading its wings over and above the narrow confines of black metal, thrash, and death metal, Arsis has ripened a sound that owes as much to Dissection and recent Immortal as it does to Heartwork-era Carcass and the finger-cramping fretboard heroism of vintage Yngwie Malmsteen. If you've been searching for a metal album that can truly molest you with its melody, A Celebration of Guilt is the absolute frontrunner.

Capharnaum - Fractured

Mon, 10 Jan 2005 16:33:32 EST

Outshining the countless bands desperately attempting to out-Dillinger each other, Capharnaum (featuring members of Martyr, Monstrosity, and Trivium) delivers Fractured, a technical death metal tour de force that showcases kaleidoscopic guitar heroics and whirling wildcat rhythms filtered through a focused songwriting technique so potently memorable it'll cure Alzheimer's. Fractured --- 30 minutes of fingers scurrying like startled cockroaches under florescent lights in an invaded meth lab. A new classic in technical/progressive death metal has arrived.

Cephalic Carnage - Halls Of Amenti

Mon, 10 Jan 2005 16:43:48 EST

Halls of Amenti is a 19min long epic doom track proving there are no limitations to what Cephalic Carnage can do musically. Heavier than Heavy, with ultra sick vocals. The first of 3 clear discs to be released by Cephalic, and the artwork goes across all 3 releases, remaining releases in this series forthcoming. One of the best doom releases in recent years.

Circle Of Dead Children - Starving The Vultures

Mon, 10 Jan 2005 16:45:36 EST

The debut full length from Pittsburgh, PA's Circle of Dead Children. This debut made quite a dent in the underground and put CODC on the map quickly. Extremely brutal in all regards. A must have for all fans of grind.

Circle Of Dead Children - Exotic Sense Decay

Mon, 10 Jan 2005 16:46:37 EST

their second release, 7 blistering songs with even sicker vocals. extremely focused and a favorite among fans.

Circle Of Dead Children - The Genocide Machine

Mon, 10 Jan 2005 16:47:41 EST

Vinyl Version of the 2nd full length release from Circle of Dead Children. Comes in a silver transparent metallic bag. Extremely limited, less then 40 copies left never to be repressed.

Commit Suicide - Human Larvae [Earthly Cleansing]

Mon, 10 Jan 2005 16:50:00 EST

quite simply one of the best deathgrind cd's to come out in year, critics and fans agree. just check out the reviews for this disc. catchy songwringting, amazing unreal drumming, songs that will punish you to no end. brand new second special edition pressing includes a full live show in mpg format playable on your PC. their debut full length.

Commit Suicide - Synthetics

Mon, 10 Jan 2005 16:50:58 EST

Commit Suicide have absolutely reinvented themselves. While their debut album for Willowtip, Human Larvae [Earthly Cleansing] caused a huge stir in the metal community, was regarded as one of 2002's best releases, and was no slouch in terms of infectious songwriting and in maintaining infinite intensity, it is on 2004's Synthetics that they've truly transcended the often restrictive confines of the overpolluted "deathgrind" subgenre. Armed with jumping jackrabbit fretboard contractions, asymmetric percussion concussions, and deep-seeded vocal punctuations, Synthetics showcases a reborn Commit Suicide engaged in the most rigorous technical death metal workout around. This ain't no vintage Napalm Death or Terrorizer; Commit Suicide is lock and loaded into a songwriting regimen as fluid and clever as pioneering death metal acts Suffocation and Gorguts. Engineered in Rochester, NY by Doug White (Kalibas, Sulaco, Lethargy), Synthetics boasts a recording quality so pristine and rarely seen in todays world of overtriggered drums and vocal driven metal recordings. The instrumental skills aren't the only aspects of the band's sound that have been refined. In terms of arrangement ideas, the band is increasingly progressive, throwing in unexpected left turns and long-winded guitar passages that seamlessly interlace with drum patterns so erratic they'll make your wristwatch do backflips. This ain't no clip-on tie, folks. It comes down to this: if you're a fan of thinking man's death metal that pushes boundries and *don't* buy this record, you might has well take the advice of the band name.

Creation Is Crucifixion - Splits Discography

Mon, 10 Jan 2005 16:52:00 EST

rerecorded tracks from the vinyl splits. contains the songs from their split 7"s with Unruh, fate of icarus, and suicide nation. Completely rerecorded and packaged in a clam shell. These are 3 of their best songs for sure.

Creation Is Crucifixion - Automata

Mon, 10 Jan 2005 16:54:08 EST

their follow up to In_Silico, 4 songs plus noise tracks, enhanced cd.

pressing information for vinyl

first pressing of 1050, 100 on clear blue vinyl

second pressing of 550 with alternate covers

there are around 100 copies of the 2nd pressing with tour edition covers for CIC's first european tour

Creation Is Crucifixion | Unruh - Split

Mon, 10 Jan 2005 16:56:16 EST

the 2nd
pressing of this record on baby blue vinyl, comes in a clear thick plastic sleeve with clear insert

pressing info:

first press of 2,100 in sealed cardboard sleeves, 210 on grey marble vinyl

second press of 500 on baby blue vinyl

Crotchduster - Big Fat Box Of Shit

Mon, 10 Jan 2005 17:02:28 EST

From the mastermind behind Capharnaum, Jason Suecof, comes Crotchduster. Quite simply unlike anything you have ever heard.

"Have you ever had listening experiences that have caused you to undergo such a magnificent spiritual revelation? Okay, so I have those every five minutes, but this time, THIS TIME, it's sincere and honest. Trust me! Would I mislead you? (Don't answer that, it's rhetorical.) Anyways this is the spiritual enlightenment of a lifetime! This is the metal band to end all metal wars and crusades! This is THE band you need to hear. This . . . is . . . Crotchduster?

THAT'S RIGHT! Crotchduster. To explain the history of this band would take hours and ultimately perplex you so I'll take the liberty of summing it up in two words: tax evasion. Don't worry if it doesn't make sense to you now, just give it some time and it will slowly seep into your puny little minds.

Not convinced just based on that information alone? Let's go to the selling points. Are you one of those schmucks who hate Suffoclones and every new melodic metalcore band that has no iota of diversity in their music whatsoever? Well have no fear! Because Crotchduster effectively pulls off the exhausting task of including EVERY GENRE of music there is possible! You've got thrash, death metal, power metal, glam! You've got vocoders! You've got Glen Danzig impersonations! You've got Slayer covers! You have improvisational jazz! All of this performed with such crafty musicianship that you won't believe your very ears! Still not sold? You've even got a special guest vocal appearance from RICHARD CHRISTY!!! STILL not sold??? THEY HAVE A DOG AS A DRUMMER. You don't get much more BR00TAL than that, man!

But why talk more about this than I have to? Just download the MP3's from the website and get a taste of the supremacy that is Crotchduster. This has already won my vote as album of the year. In fact, this may very well win my vote as album of FOREVER! This is the greatest metal album you will ever hear! Listen to Crotchduster or DIE! Support Williamsburgland and buy plenty of Mammal Sauce! Buy this album! Buy Buy Buy Buy Buy Buy Buy!!!

TEN MILLION FUCKING SKULLS. BAM!" - MetalJudgement.com

Crowpath - Red On Chrome

Mon, 10 Jan 2005 17:03:24 EST

Born and raised in a country whose metal bands shamelessly shoplift enough Iron Maiden to warrant musical plagiarism suits to be filed, Sweden's Crowpath outshine the hamfisted hordes of hackneyed copycats with their debut masterpiece of abrasive anti-melody, Red On Chrome. The 13-track, 30-minute mammoth was recorded by Fredrik Reinedahl (In Flames, Burst, Gadget, Dimension Zero) and wields an absolute air of clarity and nucklebusting crunch rarely heard in a time of tin can production values. Fusing the drunken, staggered grooves of latter-day Coalesce with Immolation's trance-inducing sense of rhythm and dynamics, Crowpath triumphs in carving out an album that extracts the most violent, technically-obsessed aspects from modern death metal and intrinsically filters them through the urgent unpredictability of grindcore.

Fate Of Icarus - Suffocate The Angels

Mon, 10 Jan 2005 17:04:18 EST

this release is a discography of sorts and contains all the material written by their old guitarist. Includes the split 7"s with Drogheda and Creation is Crucifixion and 4 unreleased tracks. In addition to this there are 3 newly recorded tracks that are were written but left unrecorded. Joe Horvath (codc) appears as a guest second vocalist on these 3 songs.

Fate Of Icarus - Cut Your Throat Before They Do

Mon, 10 Jan 2005 17:05:27 EST

the debut release with their all new lineup. brutal death metal comparable to Deeds of Flesh, Suffocation, Bolt Thrower... they left us with this amazing disc.

Goatsblood - Drull

Mon, 10 Jan 2005 17:06:28 EST

Goatsblood's Drull is music to be seen through rat's eyes, to be heard through the cracks of sewer lids in your most drug-addled neighborhood. These Canadian juggernauts of bloated, blackened sludge have stirred their cauldron of creativity summoning nine new hymns of tortured, tyrannical trudgery akin to vintage Melvins, Eyehategod, and Burning Witch. At their slowest, most oppressive and ominous, Goatblood feels like a rusty corkscrew gradually being coiled up your urethra. At their most harmonious and chord-broken, Goatsblood is the toothpick-in-mouth Southern Cross outlaw walking behind the rows with the blackbird perched on his left shoulder. Like slurping sweet molasses off a popsicle stick, Drull's insular hatred and detuned diabolical depression yields a cathartic, yet snide smile on the face of the listener. With production values handled by Mr. Steve Austin of Today Is The Day, rest assured that every morsel of bombastic nihilistic negativity Goatsblood spews is articulately captured. Drull leaves you feeling judged and violated, but you'll love it because this is a soundtrack to expose the kicking and screaming victim in all of us. Not for the weak of heart, stomach, or soul…

Ion Dissonance - Breathing Is Irrelevant

Mon, 10 Jan 2005 17:08:40 EST

While never losing sight of the looming Grand Canyon-styled grooves, Canadian newcomers Ion Dissonance have surgically forged a debut album fit to mystify the mind through a dizzying disharmonic orchestra of technical proficiency and unabashed abrasion. Squawking and squirming like R2D2 and C3PO in a cockfight to the death, Breathing Is Irrelevant asphyxiates even the most assertive of listeners. Undoubedly one of 2003's best releases.

Kalibas - Product Of Hard Living

Mon, 10 Jan 2005 17:09:36 EST

The debut full length from this Rochester, NY tech grind powerhouse. Ex members of Lethargy, Agiel, As the World Burns, etc. Flawless songwriting, amazing production, and an all around masterpiece of an album. Check out the mp3's to get an idea of what you are in form, be prepared to be pummeled. Be on the lookout for their upcoming split cd with Rune on Relapse. In stores August 20th, but available for online ordering and shipping starting July 12th

Kalibas - Enthusiastic Corruption Of The Common Good

Mon, 10 Jan 2005 17:10:26 EST

Surging and swelling like a teenage brain tumor going through puberty, alchemetalists Kalibas rise out from the entangling clutches of Rochester's gutter and infects the listening public with their most eccentric yet mature musical statement to date, Enthusiastic Corruption Of The Common Good. Flirting equally with puncturing pirate melody and caustic discordance over the course of the EP's five songs, twin guitars nurture a tremendously technical and distinct spirographic style of stress-addled riffery set to boggle and toggle the controls for the heart of the sun. Featuring an updated lineup, Kalibas has shed the more overt and haphazard "grind" influence apparent on their first full-length, Product Of Hard Living, in favor of superimposed layering and orchestrated maze-like mantras of melody --- techniques which have more in common with recent Gorguts and labelmates Rune as opposed to the gamut of one-dimensional death/grind acts polluting unenlightened eardrums. These five "lessons" seem to romantically crawl down the back of one's neck and settle at the base of the skull, expanding and contracting like an undecided erection patiently waiting to discharge its payload. Enthusiastic Corruption Of The Common Good is a zigzagging showcase of Bermuda triangle mysticism and clown juggling dexterity laughing in your ears, reminding you of the boisterous tickle of shimmering dolphin squeals or of toy soldiers burrowing in your brain matter, obtrusively poking and prodding with their lead bayonets. Integrated, organized, starry-eyed, and misty care of Tinkerbell's sprinkles of pixie dust, the brazen Kalibas have become a clover-leafed magic metal band able to transcend any of the restrictive trappings of extreme music's subgenres, consequently setting them head and shoulders above their contemporaries.

Leng Tch'e - Man Made Predator

Mon, 10 Jan 2005 17:11:24 EST

From the mean ghetto of Belgium come's the razor-grind fury that is Leng T'che! For fans of Nasum, Pig Destroyer, and Rotten Sound.

Necrophagist - Onset Of Putrefaction

Mon, 10 Jan 2005 17:12:28 EST

Necrophagist's debut album from 1999 that's been out of print for
years and desperately wanted by so many. This is no simple re-print,
it's a completely new edition. The band was waiting for this day to
unleash the complete fury of the compositions, which the band believed
to be lost to some extent due to technical restrictions in terms of
gear back in 1999. The new edition includes:

- Completely new drum samples recorded piece by piece by Necrophagist's
Hannes Grossmann. The samples were then used to feed the drumcomputer.

- The old guitar, bass and vocal tracks being reincarnated and joined
with the freshly fed drumcomputer, all mixed down into a powerful,
crisp and clear stereo track.

- 2 previously unreleased songs from the self-titled 1995
demotape being added as bonus tracks.

- A powerful mastering by the Necrophagist "in-house" engineer
and producer Christoph Brandes at The Iguana Studios.

- A whole new artwork by long-time Necrophagist designer Sascha Ehrich.

Neuraxis - Truth | Imagery | Passage

Mon, 10 Jan 2005 17:13:21 EST

Yet another absolutely amazing band from montreal. this release is basically a complete discography of all Neuraxis material. Includes their two full lengths Truth Beyond and the long out of print classic first full length Imagery as well as their mcd A Passage Into Forlorn in a 2 cd set. Also included are bonus tracks and multimedia video footage. Musically, imagine a combination of Suffocation, At The Gates, and Cryptopsy. Seriously one of the best technical metal bands in the world today and this double disc package serves as a testament to their greatness.

Rotten Sound - Exit

Mon, 10 Jan 2005 17:16:09 EST

You thought Rotten Sound couldn't top their genre-defining Murderworks album? Think again, and think fast. After the freight-train coming off rails that is Exit has ran over you and your sorry preconceptions about just how far grindcore (or extreme metal for that matter) can be taken, you might not be able to put a sentence together. Legends like Extreme Noise Terror and Napalm Death have paved the way for bands like Rotten Sound. With the release of Exit, there should be no doubt who will be leading the next generation! A modern day grindcore classic that will be extremely hard to top.

Rune - The End Of Nothing (Special Edition)

Mon, 10 Jan 2005 17:17:48 EST

Far and away one of 2003's best albums. Unfortunately, Rune broke up in 2004 about a year after the end of nothing's initial release. This special edition version of the end of nothing contains a bonus full live set which includes the last 2 songs Rune had written (two brand new unreleased songs). The live set was mastered by scott hull and comes from a show on 4.29.04 in cleveland, oh where rune played the following tracks 1. worship with silence (unreleased, new) 2. opium for my soul 3. by the errors we exceed (unreleased, new) 4. this sorrow. This will go down in history as a classic, an absolute most own. There are few albums as perfect as this.

Sadis Euphoria - Instinct | Obsession

Mon, 10 Jan 2005 17:19:09 EST

After the acclaimed mini cd release Frigid Silence Spilling in 2001, Pittsburgh's Sadie Euphoria emerge again unleashing their debut full length "Instinct & Obsession". "Instinct & Obesession" contains 13 tracks of extremely brutal and technical forward thinking death metal featuring songs that are complicated and intricate yet undeniably memorable and well written. Sadis Euphoria have unleashed an album that pushes the boundaries of the genre in heaviness, originality, and approach. Mixed and Mastered by Scott Hull (Pig Destroyer, Nile) "Instinct & Obsession" will undoubtedly be heralded as one of the best and most devastating releases in 2003.

Sadis Euphoria - Frigid Silence Spilling

Mon, 10 Jan 2005 17:19:51 EST

Here is the debut recording from Sadis Euphoria. These Pittsburgh natives play grind influenced death that is absolutely crushing. Insanely technical yet sort of melodic with the occasional mosh part and some of the sickest vocals I've ever heard. Six tracks clocking in at sixteen minutes

The Year Of Our Lord - The Year Of Our Lord

Mon, 10 Jan 2005 17:20:51 EST

*BACK IN STOCK IN LIMITED SUPPLY. IF YOU WANT ONE, BETTER GET IT QUICK.*

the long awaited full length from this boston based band has finally arrived. 13 tracks of triumphant thrashing melodic death metal. fans of in flames, at the gates, arch enemy, etc will love this! filled with tons of amazing and catchy riffs this is a release you won't soon forget. check out the mp3's for a sample!

Upheaval - Testimony To The Atrocities

Mon, 10 Jan 2005 17:21:52 EST

The first, and ultimately, the last full length from this Indianapolis bases five piece. Combine Cannibal Corse with Suffocation, add a bit more speed, and a high pitched screaming vocalist ala Carcass... this album is a masterpiece.

Vulgar Pigeons - Imperialism

Mon, 10 Jan 2005 17:22:39 EST

Following their much heralded release of Summary Execution on Necropolis Records in 2001, San Francisco's Vulgar Pigeons have returned delivering one of the best grindcore albums in years with Imperialism. Filled with catchy, blazingly fast and well written songs, Imperialism blends elements of thrash, grindcore, and death metal to yield Vulgar Pigeons' best album to date. Quite simply, this album is everything that is great about grindcore.

Watchmaker - Kill.Fucking.Everyone.

Mon, 10 Jan 2005 17:23:38 EST

After being named one of Terrorizer Magazine's Best Bands of 2002, Boston's Watchmaker have returned with their sophomore release Kill.Fucking.Everyone. Using their instruments to take on all opposition, Watchmaker obliterate everyone in their path churing out 19 tracks of the most violent metal ever unleashed upon the world. This is pure destruction put to music. Kill.Fucking.Everyone leaves no survivors.

Creation Is Crucifixion | Fate Of Icarus - Split

Mon, 10 Jan 2005 17:26:35 EST

pressing info:

1st pressing of 1000 all on black

2nd pressing of 500 (250 of which come hand numbered in silver bag)

Misery Index | Commit Suicide - Split

Mon, 10 Jan 2005 17:28:43 EST

This 6 track MCD features three brand new exclusive songs from two of deathgrind's biggest up and coming bands: Misery Index and Commit Suicide. Misery Index plays a lethal form of deathgrind filled with pulverizing riffs and blasts with intelligent political/social layers. Members have played in such bands as Dying Fetus, Suffocation, MOD, and Pessimist. Commit Suicide shares this split and are equally as lethal. This split release sees Commit Suicide getting even faster and more brutal, and their cover of the Death classic 'Open Casket' has to be heard to be believed.

Agalloch - Pale Folklore

Mon, 25 Apr 2005 18:33:10 EST

"Pale Folklore" features eight tracks at a total running time of over sixty-two minutes. Very elaborate and diverse, and surrounded by the majesty of nature and the burden of human existence, the album bursts with melodies with a basis of dark yet very emotional concepts. Creating auras of dark, symphonic melancholia, "Pale Folklore" turns out to be one of the most tragic, mournful yet expressive listening experiences ever!

Agalloch - The Mantle

Mon, 25 Apr 2005 18:34:28 EST

Sophomore release by AGALLOCH from Portland, OR. "The Mantle" is a grand multi-dimensional opus of 70 minutes featuring their melancholic metal with post rock and neo-folk elements. References range from Pink Floyd, Godspeed You Black Emperor, Sol Invictus, Ulver, Dissection, Fields Of The Nephilim and more. one of the best releases in the past 5 years. essential.

Axis Of Advance - Obey

Mon, 25 Apr 2005 18:49:37 EST

This is a heavy, true and authentic sounding album in this plagued time of triggered digital Death Metal with lyrical approach and execution rarely seen in today's cliché-ridden quagmire. In a word, this is unmistakable Canadian Brutality! Session drumming once again provided by J. Read (Revenge). Recorded in Malmö, Sweden at Berno Studio with Henrik Larsson at the helm. yet another great canadian band.

Behemoth - Demigod

Mon, 25 Apr 2005 18:51:41 EST

The Polish death metal masters return with what could be the best death/black metal album of 2004 and 2005. "Demigod," displays speed and technical musicianship unlike any of band in the genre. Comes in an amazing limited edition slipcase with some of the best artwork seen in metal. Includes bonus video for the track "Conquer All."

Behemoth - Thelema 6

Mon, 25 Apr 2005 18:52:29 EST

The band's fifth offering. A very technical CD this time around. A bit different than SATANICA but keeps the signature Behemoth style of black/death. top notch, this may be their best album

Circle Of Dead Children - Human Harvest

Thu, 19 May 2005 14:23:56 EST

CODC's most brutal release and an amazing vocal performance. the best lyrics in metal, great artwork.... if you like grindcore this is mandatory for sure. all hail the circle !!

Crowpath - Old Cuts And Blunt Knives

Thu, 19 May 2005 14:29:07 EST

The cacophony created by Swedish metal overlords CROWPATH is astonishingly innovative but more impressively, all-encompassing in it's sheer brutality! Absolutely inhumanly-fast yet stylish drumming and wild bass lines are the backbone for an amalgamation of creative riff after riff. The off-timed chaos is superbly held together with demon-like vocals that range from crazed screams to evil guttural yells. includes 2 tracks from their upcoming WILLOWTIP full length debut RED ON CHROME to preview what is to come. this cd compiles all of their old material before the upcoming full length on willowtip.

Emperor - Ix Equilibrium

Thu, 19 May 2005 14:38:59 EST

the follow-up to anthems, and you would think there would be a big letdown. ix equilibrium does not disappoint as emperor continues to expand and progress, another amazing release.

Enemy Soil - Smashes The State 2Xcd Discography

Thu, 19 May 2005 14:39:54 EST

This double CD has everything! Well, except for the CASUALTIES OF PROGRESS EP. Liner notes written by Richard Johnson recalling the bands career. members of pig destroyer....this is furious grind

Immolation - Harnessing Ruin

Thu, 19 May 2005 14:50:08 EST

the 2005 album from one of the best and most underrated in death metal today. if you were ever a fan this album won't disappoint as immolation continue to expand their amazing unique sound.

Lykathea Aflame - Elvenfris

Thu, 19 May 2005 15:02:21 EST

Formerly knowns like APPALING SPAWN band (CD called "Freedom, Hope And Fury")!!! - new hope for extreme metal in new millenium!!! Genial mix of all extreme styles in unique and original way!!! - bombastic sound , recorded 24 days in the best Czech studio Hostivar - Prague - mystical cover + lyrics and perfect lay-out of CD

Mayhem - Chimera

Thu, 19 May 2005 15:12:34 EST

Norwegian Black metal legend Mayhem return with a brand new black metal assault, unlike their latest effort "Grand declaration of War" Chimera dropping the electronics in favor of blastbeats and edgy guitar riffing. This is the true mayhem!!!!

Novembers Doom - The Pale Haunt Departure

Thu, 19 May 2005 15:27:37 EST

A combination of power and beauty forges a dark metal masterpiece. Novembers Doom have been honing their craft for years, and 'The Pale Haunt Departure' sees the band sharpening their approach to its most convincing point thus far. "A thunderous gallop of darkened visions and metallic surges culminate into a glorious treasure trove of transcendence" - Unrestrained!
"WOW! This is pure art!! This is a top notch record and if you're looking for something dark & heavy, it's a blind buy and you won't be dissapointed!" - The Darkest Hours

Sublime Cadaveric Decomposition - S/T

Thu, 19 May 2005 15:53:26 EST

amazing gore/grind full length on bones brigade. blistering.

Textures - Polars

Thu, 19 May 2005 15:53:53 EST

After years of extensive promotion and touring in their native country, Holland, Textures are finally releasing their self-produced debut release on France Listenable records. "Polaris" displays an explosive mix of aggressive, technical death metal a la Devin Townseand meets Meshuggah with fresh dose of progressive elements, and atmospheric feel. An album that will sure raise the bar of this year's metal releases! highly recommended.

Vital Remains - Dechristianize (Slipcase)

Thu, 19 May 2005 15:58:54 EST

The must own death metal album of 2003. Featuring Glenn Benton of Deicide on vocal duties. On Olympic Recordings. absolutely amazing.

Zyklon - World Ov Worms

Thu, 19 May 2005 16:02:37 EST

Samoth and Trym of Emperor-fame pair up with the vocalist from Limbonic Art to create an outstanding black metal work of art. Take the intensity and overwhelming brutality that made Emperor what they are and turn it up 100 notches!! Truly amazing!!

Blood Red Throne - Affiliated With The Suffering

Fri, 20 May 2005 11:55:13 EST

Obsessed with the red plasma that flows through theirveins and out of your cranial wound, BRT's second album (led by Tchort ofEmperor/Green Carnation/Carpathian Forest affiliation) totally destroys! Straight up old-school headbanging metal. Awesome.

Cephalic Carnage - Anomalies

Fri, 20 May 2005 15:17:36 EST

Unquestionably one of the most creative and challenging bands on the planet, Cephalic Carnage are at once unique, uncontrolled, unusual and uncompromising. On Anomalies, Cephalic intermix spine-tingling passages of hypersonic grindcore, slow motion doom metal and far-out rock and roll, beckoning listeners to enter their outlandish musical world.

Pig Destroyer - Terrifyer

Fri, 20 May 2005 15:22:12 EST

Pig Destroyer's frighteningly compelling mix of metal, grind, thrash and punk rock seethes with an intensity that will unnerve the unprepared. Pig Destroyer's deranged, vicious attack envelops the listener in a cocoon of grisly nihilism. TERRIFYER features 32 minutes of Pig Destroyer's finest music to date as well as the 37 minute audio DVD track Natasha, mixed in glorious 5.1 Surround Sound.

Pig Destroyer - Prowler In The Yard

Fri, 20 May 2005 15:23:02 EST

Pig Destroyer take you on a rampaging journey through an unsettling, psychotic world. Melding an insane musical attack with similarly jarring lyrical prose and an unmatched propensity to incite.

Melechesh - Sphynx (W/ Bonus Track)

Mon, 23 May 2005 16:45:42 EST

Supreme black metal with a middle eastern feel to it. Features Proscriptor from Absu on drums! Produced by Andy LaRocque

Prostitute Disfigurement - Deeds Of Derangement

Mon, 23 May 2005 16:51:01 EST

Second album from these slamming Dutch masters of brutality. Originally released in 2003, it is now available again thanks to the folks at Displeased Records.

Gorod - Neurotripsicks

Fri, 03 Jun 2005 17:12:03 EST

If you want to hear slithery, arthritis-inducing riffs and spirally, harmony-rich arpeggios that truly rape the Rubix cube, Neurotripsicks from France's Gorod (formerly known as Gorgasm) is your culprit. This North American release includes two brand new songs recorded specifically for Willowtip. This is extremely technical death metal at its absolute finest. In stores July 12th, web orders are shipping immediately. in stock and shipping now.

The Dying Light - The Killing Plan

Fri, 03 Jun 2005 17:15:24 EST

Boasting past members of Cattlepress, Ripping Corpse, and Dim Mak, The Dying Light slaughter all pretenders to the throne with their sophomore album and Willowtip debut, The Killing Plan. The Killing Plan showcases intricate three-dimensional guitar interplay and chemical burn blasterbatory percussion filtered through concise, to-the-point songwriting. Masterfully produced by Erik Rutan (Hate Eternal, Morbid Angel, Ripping Corpse), the frantic thrash of The Killing Plan climbs and shimmers like towers of dark quartz rising out of the desert floor.

Circle Of Dead Children - Zero Comfort Margin

Fri, 03 Jun 2005 17:21:51 EST

With Zero Comfort Margin, Circle of Dead Children further establish themselves as one of the best and most important grindcore bands in the world. Recorded with Steve Austin (TITD, Lamb of God) ZCM is a brand new MCD with over 20 minutes of new music and 15 new tracks. One of the most focused and brutal releases in CODC's history the band continues to push grindcore and extreme music to its limits.

Arsis - A Celebration Of Guilt Tshirt

Mon, 06 Jun 2005 11:20:40 EST

Front and back design. back says "a celebration of guilt" and the willowtip logo. click on the jpg of the shirt design to see a larger image.

Capharnaum - Hooded Sweatshirt

Mon, 06 Jun 2005 17:24:44 EST

Hooded sweatshirt with front design only.

Circle Of Dead Children - Zero Comfort Margin Black Tshirt

Fri, 17 Jun 2005 16:26:31 EST

brand new CODC short sleeve shirt. contains artwork from brand new cd, zero comfort margin. comes in black or tan/peach. text on back reads "animal over human, instinct over intellect"

Enslaved - Below The Lights

Fri, 24 Jun 2005 15:15:52 EST

"BELOW THE LIGHTS" is a genuine masterpiece from Extreme Metal Pioneers ENSLAVED. Pushing the boundaries even further the band portrays elaborate avant-garde and progressive elements making it their most innovative and massive album so far. ENSLAVED has a history of being at the absolute cutting edge of Extreme Metal since the early 90's, when Norwegian Metal took it first steps towards worldwide recognition. Always being a step ahead, ENSLAVED has been regarded one of the most quality extreme bands in the scene and have released album that are now considered genre classics, such as, "Vikingligr Veldi", "Frost" and "Monumension". Even the departure of both R. Kronheim (guitars) and Dirge Rep (drums) have not altered ENSLAVED's creative patterns. In fact, the remaining and original line-up of Ivar P. & Grutle Kjellson, added a new lead guitarist Arve Isdal which only gave the band renewed inspiration and energy. "BELOW THE LIGHTS" is a journey downwards, into darkness. Melodic, epic, roaring, pitch black, addictive and full of energy this is an album of sheer brilliance!

Suffocation - Human Waste (Reissue)

Fri, 24 Jun 2005 17:39:53 EST

The first ever CD released on Relapse Records, Suffocation's legendary Human Waste CD is the blueprint by which disturbingly brutal, down tuned death metal has come to follow. A legend is now reborn! With 2 tracks previously unreleased from the Reincremation demo from 1990!

Crowpath - Red On Chrome Lp - Ltd Edition Color Vinyl

Mon, 27 Jun 2005 17:23:22 EST

The limited edition vinyl version of Crowpath's crushing debut full length. Ultra thick 200 gram virgin vinyl in glossy gatefold sleeves. Featuring brand new artwork and layout. Dark, cherry-red colored vinyl.

Colored version limited to only 150 copies.

Bloodbath - Nightmares Made Flesh

Fri, 08 Jul 2005 16:22:59 EST

The powers of darkness have once again aligned to give birth to the sickness that is Bloodbath! Featuring the depraved skills of Peter Tagtgren (Hypocrisy), Dan Swano (Edge of Sanity, Nightingale), Anders Nystrom (Katatonia, Diabolical Masquerade), Jona Renkse (Katatonia, October Tide), and Martin Axenrot (Witchery, Satanic Slaughter). Utterly disturbing artwork from Wes Benscoter (Nile, Mortician, Cattle Decapitation).

Impaled - Death After Life

Fri, 08 Jul 2005 16:25:05 EST

Masters of maniacal medical malpractice, Impaled are ready to disfigure fans with their gut-wrenching opus Death Ater Life. Returning with razor-sharp riffs and heart-stopping heavy rhythms, the band have delivered their 3rd limb-severing medical report. Now featuring Ross Sewage (Ludicra, ex-Exhumed).

Behemoth - Zos Kia Cultus

Fri, 08 Jul 2005 16:29:33 EST

ZOS KIA CULTUS presents the very well known trademark of Behemoth, with hypertech guitar riffings by the axemen in crime Nergal-Havoc, the glorious leather-baiting of Inferno and the precise bass patterns of Novy. This time Behemoth' sound got apocalyptic, adding ultra heavy mid-tempo bringing the listener down the deepest abyss of earth. Nergal and company prove again that they can go anywhere with their killing machine, leaving no survivors behind.

Neuraxis - Trilateral Progression

Tue, 12 Jul 2005 11:25:22 EST

Montreal, Canada's Neuraxis remain as progressive and vital as ever with their brand new full length, Trilateral Progression. Since Truth Beyond, the band's songwriting has matured to the point of Atheist-like complexity while maintaining a triumphant melodic edge that baffles and lays waste to most of their contemporaries. Recorded with Yannick St. Amand (Ion Dissonance, Despised Icon, Martyr), mixed by Jason Suecof (Capharnaum, Trivium, God Forbid, Cannae) and mastered by Scott Hull (Nile, Pig Destroyer), Trilateral Progression stands tall as an articulate model for challenging technical death/thrash metal that rejects commercial trends and successfully balances a majestic sense of melody with go-for-the-throat aggression. In stores September 13, shipping to preorders mid/late August.

Cerebral Turbulency - Impenetrable

Thu, 14 Jul 2005 12:13:58 EST

Heavy ass grind bomb from the Czech Republic. At times reminiscent of Nasum, but there's so much more beneath the surface. Tight as fuck blasts and grooves wrapped up in a first class production job. Recommended!

Ahumado Granujo - Chemical Holocaust

Thu, 14 Jul 2005 12:36:32 EST

Catchy grindcore in vein of old REGURGITATE, GUT, CUM, DAHMER...Features heavy, down-tuned guitars, dancing rhythms and sofisticated, drainy vocal lines. 18 songs plus 2 bonus techno tracks on an interactive CD-Rom.

Pig Destroyer - 38 Counts Of Battery

Fri, 15 Jul 2005 15:08:44 EST

Virginia's extreme sound nihilists Pig Destroyer deliver savage grindcore that is both intentionally confrontational, and thoroughly pummeling. 38 COUNTS OF BATTERY is an intense register of the band's work, including the remastered EXPLOSIONS IN WARD 6 album, tracks from the highly sought-after (and sold out) split with Isis, their scalding demo, and much more.

Zubrowska - Family Vault

Tue, 19 Jul 2005 12:46:55 EST

The new album of of french Deathcore masters ZUBROWSKA is ready!! "Family Vault" is the sophomore release that shows a vast improvement in the already original and innovative style of this band. The album was recorded in December 2004 in France with producer Stephan May and mastered in January in New Jersey by Alan Douches at West West Side Music (THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN, CONVERGE, HATEBREED and many more).

Hour Of Penance - Pageantry For Martyrs

Tue, 19 Jul 2005 12:55:03 EST

"Pageantry For Martyrs" is the sophomore release of this incredible outfit that already impressed the scene with their debut album "Disturbance" in 2003 which got nothing but excellent reviews everywhere. This new album has a superb production and shows a more intense, brutal and mature band that definitely stablish their name in the scene and will be specially appreciated by fans of bands like HATE ETERNAL, NILE and SUFFOCATION.

Psycroptic - The Scepter Of The Ancients

Wed, 17 Aug 2005 12:04:44 EST

Imagine a band with the brutality of Suffocation, the agile rhythms of Candiria, the progressive flair of Cynic, the unpredictability of Cephalic Carnage and a vocal insanity unparalleled in the underground, and you have Australia's Psycroptic. You need this.

Psycroptic - The Isle Of Disenchantment

Wed, 17 Aug 2005 12:07:25 EST

Dark and extreme death with incoroprates mainly elements of grind and black metal. Creates a blend of pure brutality!
Formed in March 1999 from the ashes of 3 Tasmanian extreme metal bands, Psycroptic set out with the aim of combining all styles of metal, ranging from Black, Death right through to Power metal to create an original sound.
They were chosen as an Arts Tasmania government grant recipient (the first extreme metal band in the state to get one), the band was able to raise the standard of this CD.

All Shall Perish - Hate.Malice.Revenge

Fri, 19 Aug 2005 12:52:55 EST

Hardcore brutal death metal from CA, USA. Debut full length which was filled with the originality and brutality with the effective melodic parts. 8 tracks of the answer to Hardcore / Death Metal.

Winds - The Imaginary Direction Of Time

Tue, 23 Aug 2005 12:35:05 EST

The third album from Winds creates an uncompromising combination of classical, progressive and dark metal music with intricate sounds and harmonies. Following in the vein of the previous albums with philosophically charged lyrics, the new album takes Winds to new heights both in the lyrical and musical field.

Yyrkoon - Occult Medicine

Tue, 23 Aug 2005 14:22:17 EST

Third album from this French metallers titled "Occult Medicine" plunges into a horror/fantastic context, where the imagination and creativity of a mad doctor take a dementia shape. Recorded & mixed in Denmark at Hansen Studios, this album is endowed with a very good sound quality. This album contains 12 tracks of total madness, featuring killer death metal with thrash tinges!

Agoraphobic Nosebleed - Bestial Machinery (Discography Volume 1)

Fri, 26 Aug 2005 14:44:14 EST

Bestial Machinery is a new terminal vision representing a vast work of utterly uncompromised will. Inhuman, relentless and complete, this gear-grinding, blast beat to bloodshed 2xCD set features all of ANb's recorded material prior to their Relapse Records debut, Honkey Reduction (including the tracks from the splits with Cattlepress, Laceration and Enemy Soil). Eviscerated remains, long of out of print material and previously unreleased tracks work as raw materials for this colossal project of human subjugation where the listener is but a set of ears to lacerate and another body to burn.

Phobia - Grind Your Fucking Head In

Mon, 29 Aug 2005 14:03:09 EST

Another amazing release from Phobia, their best in years. top notch grindcore from this cali legends.

Phobia - Get Up And Kill

Mon, 29 Aug 2005 14:06:36 EST

Another explosive blast of shrapnel-flying total grindcore destruction from ultra-bruticians PHOBIA!!! Eleven blistering new tracks featuring the band's tight-as-hell and fast-as-fuck new drummer, plus six live tracks recorded during the band's West Coast tour with Cripple Bastards and special bonus 29:56 min video file from their show at Showcase Theatre, Corona, CA - Jan '04!!!

Cripple Bastards - Desperately Insensitive

Mon, 29 Aug 2005 14:07:27 EST

But we have also good news from CRIPPLE BASTARDS's camp, "Desperately Insensitive" is of course out, bring this masterpiece of original GrindHate core with brand new artwork and bonus from their live set on Obscene Extreme festival 2003, to your home/apartment/cardboard box.

Negligent Collateral Collapse - Paranormal Nanodivision

Mon, 29 Aug 2005 14:14:25 EST

Really explosive and intense music with ultra deep vokills!!! Absolutely a must for all true GRINDERS!!!

Watchmaker - Erased From The Memory Of Man

Fri, 02 Sep 2005 16:52:34 EST

The killing machine is back ! Boston's Watchmaker return with their brand new full length Erased From the Memory of Man. Ultra pissed , insanely violent and brutal, this is the bands most focused and lethal release to date. Includes a large 12 panel foldout booklet/poster with amazing artwork courtesy of vocalist Brian Livoti. Recorded at the famed New Alliance studios.

Arsis - A Diamond For Disease

Fri, 02 Sep 2005 16:53:53 EST

Hot on the heels from their critically acclaimed debut, A Celebration of Guilt, the unstoppable Arsis continue to fry minds and melt frets with their brand new 3-song EP, A Diamond For Disease. Featuring the 13-minute title track originally composed as a score for NYC's Ballet Deviare , A Diamond For Disease is an ultimate magnum opus of epic melodic death metal that explores layer upon layer of romantic lead guitar that effortlessly manages to swim and dart between spidery mazes of mutating rhythms that recall the very best of ...And Justice For All and Heartwork. This is by far the band's most advanced material to date as it was written from a standpoint of orchestral-like complexity, and as such, embraces a painstaking degree of detail in both harmony arrangement and melodic counterpoint. Look no further… A Diamond For Disease is an absolute swirling vortex of symphonic riff-o-rama destined to be 2005's most powerful sonic orgasm.

Mistress - In Disgust We Trust

Thu, 08 Sep 2005 11:19:18 EST

Raising the battle cry for grim, punk-infested aggro-grind, Mistress have escaped just long enough from the sewer to offer up 'In Disgust We Trust'. Fusing the primal sound of early Earache legends like Napalm Death, Brutal Truth and Extreme Noise Terror with the hunger and enthusiasm of the newer breed of modern grindcore exponents, the sound veers from classic grind basics to hooligan crust. Based in the birthplace of Metal, Birmingham, England, Mistress leave their dirty mark behind them with a sneer and snarl.

Immolation - Unholy Cult

Thu, 15 Sep 2005 15:38:40 EST

Long-standing U.S. metal gods Immolation unleash another round of vicious, whirlwind death! Marked by ever-shifting riff changes, confounding rhythms and an unbridled momentum, Immolation summons a tornado of unholy extremity.

Gorguts - From Wisdom To Hate

Thu, 15 Sep 2005 15:41:04 EST

The Canadian death metal band's fourth release. A bitter journey of innovation & extremity.

Atheist - Piece Of Time

Fri, 16 Sep 2005 13:30:54 EST

Piece of Time is the classic debut that brought Atheist to the front of the international metal scene's collective conscience. Almost six years in the making, Piece of Time combines the bands death metal roots and youthful exuberance with their growing pension for technical composition and performance. Instant classics such as On They Slay, I Deny, and the title track are ever bit as visceral and urgent now as they were upon release. Piece of Time captures Atheist in its formative years, perched on the precipice of greatness, and has emerged as a cult classic that has stood the test of time.

Crowpath - Son Of Sulphur

Fri, 23 Sep 2005 16:38:14 EST

Crowpath sharpens their knives and continues their blazing path of aural destruction with their sophomore album, Son Of Sulphur. Sacrificing none of the jagged technicality of their debut, Red On Chrome, the band has evolved into a versatile machine that seamlessly marries the grating, trainwreck chaos factor of modern death and grind with lumbering doom metal contractions that inhale the clouds and melt your kneecaps. Son Of Sulphur emphasizes Crowpath's enthusiasm for dynamic musical growth without compromising their abrasive intensity or scab-coated attraction to perverse complexity.

Kill The Client - Escalation Of Hostility

Fri, 14 Oct 2005 11:58:59 EST

Kill The Client is one of the few bands left playing grindcore who have a firm grasp on what made the genre classic in the first place. Having no fear of breaking land speed records with their eyepopping, cocaine-riddled intensity, Escalation Of Hostility continues where Wage Slave left off in delivering a Brutal Truth on fast-forward musclemash of hard boiled cheetah violence, and explores the band's penchant for dirgey battlehymns. Socially aware, ultra pissed, brutal grindcore.

Rotten Sound - Murderworks (Reissue)

Fri, 21 Oct 2005 15:40:25 EST

There is nothing merciful about Rotten Sound's blistering grindcore attack. Founded in Vaasa, Finland, in 1993, the band quickly earned a reputation for being one of the most intense bands on the Scandinavian metal scene. Widely considered their finest hour to date, Murderworks is an exercise in sensory assault for the sake of sensory assault. Insanely fast and not pretending to be even the least bit melodic, Murderworks is a ferocious and violent work of art.

Cephalic Carnage - Lucid Interval

Fri, 21 Oct 2005 15:54:45 EST

Cephalic Carnage unveil LUCID INTERVAL, a high-impact dose of unique sounds combining various styles of heavy music with elements of jazz-fusion and an ultra-keen sense of progression. Cephalic Carnage bend genres with wild counter-rhythms, exceptional musicianship and hairpin twists and turns.

Gadget - Remote

Fri, 21 Oct 2005 15:56:55 EST

Swedish grindcore sensation Gadget showcases its high-energy sound on its Relapse debut, REMOTE. Recorded at Sweden's Phlat Planet Studios with Fredrik Reinedahl (Burst, Dimension Zero, In Flames), REMOTE delivers the smashing sounds of a band fast on the rise. Gadget's gigantic delivery and musical muscle dazzles and delights, proving the band one of extreme music's surging stars.

Suffocation - Souls To Deny

Fri, 21 Oct 2005 16:15:14 EST

Highly influential death metal legends Suffocation return with SOULS TO DENY, their first full length album in nearly a decade. Masterfully controlled yet frightenly intense, SOULS TO DENY is a truly devastating display of technical death metal. Maniacally complex lead and rhythm guitar acrobatics intermix with dizzyingly proficient drum work, creating complex, savage riff collages. Often copied but never duplicated, Suffocation remains at once intricately technical and immaculately heavy!

Novembers Doom - To Welcome The Fade [Enhanced] (W/ Bonus Cd)

Fri, 11 Nov 2005 12:08:14 EST

Re-release of one of the top doom/death albums to come out of the USA. The album of this prominent band from Chicago, IL includes a bonus CD with the out of print EP "For Every Leaf That Falls", 2 live tracks and a live video of "Within My Flesh."

Phazm - Hate At First Seed

Fri, 11 Nov 2005 12:29:08 EST

Twisted Black Metal/Rock & Roll from France!
Recommended for fans of: Satyricon, Entombed, Bathory and Motorhead.
Features members of the French Death Metal outfit, Scarve.
Media Quote: "a wide variety of influences, going from old school black metal to stoner and rock and roll." - Blast Magazine

Repulsion - Horrified

Fri, 18 Nov 2005 17:43:26 EST

Repulsion is the band that introduced the world to insane blasting drums, bone jarring distorted bass, and the most vile lyrics imaginable. Originally released in Europe in 1989 by members of Carcass on their Necrosis Records label, HORRIFIED is a genre pioneering masterpiece that has influenced so many death acts, most notably Napalm Death, Carcass, Entombed and Cannibal Corpse. This reissue includes the classic LP, the EXCRUCIATION 7", and the elusive demos, plus a bonus disc replete with extra shit.

Cephalic Carnage - Exploiting Disfunction

Fri, 18 Nov 2005 18:14:01 EST

Cephalic Carnage drop state of the art bombs of schizophrenic death/grind unto the ears of the unsuspecting. Dare to comprehend Cephalic's self-proclaimed Rocky Mountain hydro-grind.

Gorod - Tshirt

Fri, 25 Nov 2005 14:43:29 EST

A brand new Gorod shirt. Click the image for a better look.

Willowtip - Gift Certificate

Mon, 05 Dec 2005 17:21:06 EST

Can be used to buy CD's and/or clothing through our on-line store.

Arsis - A Celebration Of Guilt Deluxe Limited Gatefold Lp + Bonus 7"

Fri, 30 Dec 2005 17:21:02 EST

Finally, the vinyl version of the the amazing debut full length from Arsis. This exclusive limited vinyl release includes all new cover artwork, the A Celebration of Guilt debut, plus a bonus 7" which contains 2 songs recorded in the ACOG sessions that were not used on the cd release: "Painted Eyes" and " Veil of Mourning Black ". Getting the vinyl is the only way to hear these bonus songs at this time, they may be released on cd in the future but not for quite awhile. Total pressing of 1000 copies. 300 copies on red/yellow, 700 copies on blue/white.

Dim Mak - Intercepting Fist

Thu, 05 Jan 2006 11:11:35 EST

From the ashes of Ripping Corpse comes Dim Mak with their own brand of "dragon" death metal. Eastern mythologies blend with extremely complicated and technical death metal with infernal grind parts by one of the best drummers in the genre.

Nasum - Grind Finale

Fri, 13 Jan 2006 15:11:37 EST

This has been reissued as a 2CD packaged in a jewel case. When NASUM officially began in 1992, most underground enthusiasts felt that death metal and grindcore had already run its creative course. Over the next dozen years, however, these Swedes fought to keep their deeply personal and fiercely political grindcore moving forward, never surrendering to ephemeral scene trends. In truth, no second-generation band more clearly embodied grindcore's original aesthetic more than NASUM. Tragically, co-founder Mieszko Talarczyk passed away in the Tsunami disaster of 2004. This stunning, two CD tour de force is a documentation of the life of NASUM, a collection of every single piece of non-album material in the band's storied repertoire. Culled and collected by NASUM drummer Anders Jakobson, this celebration features 152 songs in a double-cd set with lyrics for every track, career spanning photos and flyers, an album discography and extensive liner notes. A bombastic Grind Finale!

Phobia - Cruel

Fri, 27 Jan 2006 16:38:50 EST

Cruel is the brand new full length from Orange County heroes PHOBIA. One of the biggest and most popular grindcore bands in the world with previous releases on Relapse, Slap a Ham, and Deep Six, Cruel is the bands debut for Willowtip and their best album in years. Featuring an amazing production job courtesy of Scot Hull (Pig Destroyer, Agoraphobic Nosebleed), this is the best sounding PHOBIA record to date. With Cruel, PHOBIA has returned and proved once again why they are one of the most revered grindcore bands on the planet, and why they have reached legendary status worldwide.

Visceral Damage - Garden Of Mutilation

Fri, 24 Feb 2006 13:32:58 EST

Brutal Death Metal with influences from Immolation, Incantation and Disgorge (Mex).

Dim Mak - Knives Of Ice

Fri, 10 Mar 2006 13:34:42 EST

Straight from the mean streets of New Jersey emerges a truly titanic force of unparalleled aggression and intricacy that began nearly 20 years ago. Featuring ex-members of legendary psycho-thrashers RIPPING CORPSE, DIM MAK delivers a twisted cyclone of warp-speed technical death metal with their third album and Willowtip debut, Knives of Ice. Armed and dangerous with John Longstreth (ANGELCORPSE, ORIGIN, SKINLESS) on drums, Knives of Ice sets a new standard for unrestrained musicianship that exposes the listener to a myriad of slithery Tetris-defeating rhythms, violent flurries of spitfire blast-beats, exotic, pyramid-melting leads, and infectious vocal lacerations. These elements combine to create an original, fluid songwriting style that actually means something and isn't afraid to flirt with some seriously skullcrushing slap-dash grooves. These men were the spearheads behind the scene that spawned HUMAN REMAINS, DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN, and BURNT BY THE SUN, and Knives of Ice proves to be more relevant and ambitious than ever.

Absu - Tara

Mon, 27 Mar 2006 15:55:10 EST

The Texan black metal horde's fifth full-length. Going for a concept album with great production.

Immortal - Diabolical Fullmoon Mysticism

Wed, 29 Mar 2006 13:37:51 EST

This legendary band's first album, beginning their notoriety with a selection of absolute classics, including the epic 'The Call of the Wintermoon'. This set down the essential Immortal blueprint which they followed on the next three albums: speed on the edge of self-destruction, razor-sharp guitars which bite to the bone, lyrics which illustrated their own icebound world, and a sense of Northern melody which is completely their own. Bursting with Bathory influence, obviously, but still a classic true Norwegian black metal release.

Swallow The Sun - The Morning Never Came

Fri, 14 Apr 2006 11:26:28 EST

Swallow the Sun is a band that I have followed since stumbling upon some of their material from the early 2003 demo "Out of this Gloomy Light". Now the much anticipated debut album "The Morning Never Came" has arrived and it is even hard for me to put into words the extent that this album impressed me. The first thing that captivated me was the three dimensional atmosphere that is captured on this album. Beginning with the chilling piano intro on the first track "Through Her Silvery Body", this atmosphere is carried on throughout the release and the deep, dark feeling only intensifies as the album progresses. The vocals from lead singer Mikko Kotamaki range from guttural and almost tortured to a soft, Roger Waters-esque style. These vocals flow to the soundtrack of crunchy and melodic guitar riffing intertwined with dynamic percussion and haunting keyboards. All of these elements work in unison to achieve an overall heaviness while maintaining a slow and doom fueled tempo. Swallow the Sun has created an incredible work of art with "The Morning Never Came" and this album remains to be the most unique and diverse piece of musicianship that has entered my CD player this year. I am usually much more for words but the album brings just 2 words to mind...."Fucking" and "Incredible"... I cannot think of a musical genre that this work fits into but let this album be an example to other bands on how to make a masterpiece. Swallow the Sun has my vote for the hands down winner for album of the year.

Total Devastation - Reclusion

Fri, 14 Apr 2006 11:28:41 EST

This is the band's second album which compared to the debut release, Reclusion displays a more fresh and surprising TD approach to playing. The familiar machine and sample elements are still going on strong: creating atmospheres, effects and melodies while the emphasis is on a crushing and dynamic band sound. The Autopsy cover song In The Grip Of Winter and a video of Reclusion are included as bonus material on the first pressing of the album (which is this version).

Fall Of The Leafe - Volvere

Fri, 14 Apr 2006 11:31:16 EST

Absolutely awesome! I've been a fan of this band for several years now and I'm quite pleased that the Finnish group has unleashed their most mature effort to date with "Volvere". Like "Fermina" the band has retained bits and pieces of their roots but pushed farther towards a more melodic sound, here introducing more of a rocked out flare at times, and increasing the focus on singing vocals to an even larger degree - which is nice because the singing has definitely improved, offering a more emphatic and memorable delivery. In fact, the only really aggressive moments come as the singing gets a bit throaty or snarly on occasion. Listening just to this record you'd never really assume that the band used to have some black metal influences. The melodies only hint at a traditional Swedish/Finnish flare, and in fact many of the songs allow softer passages driven by clean guitars, synths, and effects to take hold. And believe it or not, they use keyboards perfectly! Some of the writing and atmospheres conveyed almost have a strange sort of upbeat doom edge happening, akin to Paradise Lost or something like that, but you'd have to really listen carefully to make the connection. This record totally boils down to songwriting, though. Even the few lackluster moments are brought back to fine form by amazing choruses that are damn near structured like pop songs. I know that sounds crazy, and I use those words under the assumption that one would not jump to the wrong conclusions as this really has nothing in common with pop music whatsoever, but the choruses of songs like "Enemy Simulator" are undeniably awesome. The chunky rhythms and orchestral keys in "Pillar of the Sun" have a more direct progressive edge, some of the rich harmonies in "Hell's Silence" bring the mighty Iron Maiden to mind, and the slower and more forceful chord progressions of "Security Locks Are Good" immediately jump out at you. In small doses and rare instances there are some blazing solos as well, just to spice things up… so there's a hell of a lot going on here. The recording is very nice, too. It needs touching up, but the vocals just soar out over everything in the best possible manner to accent their strengths. The bass is a little hard to hear, but the drums don't bother me. The guitar tone is a little muddy on the low-end, but they keep it in check nicely most of the time. The scarce rhythmic chord progression will come off as a little too overbearing, but as long as those vocals are in place they're good to go. I'm all for it. The layout is great, including a massively thick booklet with plenty of artwork and all of the unusual lyrics - which often read sort of like a very direct storyline or conversation more than anything. "If mirrors really leave men in crumbs. Fucking bollocks. Armies break down if they cannot stand the shame. My ass. There are no mirrors big enough. Besides, if you don't like the picture, just don't look, right? And remain brave, blind, and pull the trigger." This band is highly fucking underrated to this day, and that needs to change. You won't find many more creative acts out there anymore, and the vocals alone are amazingly unique for contemporary metal. I think I've given every record this band has released a 9/10, and that's fucking rare. Definitely recommended for the open-minded and those who can appreciate taking a breather now and then. (9/10) -aversionline.com

Swallow The Sun - Ghosts Of Loss

Fri, 14 Apr 2006 11:32:51 EST

Wrought with more dark and darker tones than before, Finland's Swallow The Sun face the dubious task of bettering their debut album, The Morning Never Came.
Akin to a snail walking uphill, Swallow The Sun keep the tempo at a near sleep-inducing pace. -Blistering

Fall Of The Leafe - Vantage

Fri, 14 Apr 2006 11:40:03 EST

Last year's glorious, glorious Volvere album still resides in constant rotation for yours truly. Even after the endless onslaught of freebies, new purchases and rare finds that inundate the Gehlke compound, Volvere still stands strong amongst old favorites, new finds, and albums to be buried with.

With that thought in mind, anticipation ran high for Vantage. Jumping ship from an already sunken ship (Rage Of Achilles to Firebox Records), Fall Of The Leafe may benefit from increased distro and press if everyone plays their cards right for Vantage is another winner that deserves to be heard by everyone.

Still operating in the fields of provocative, atmospheric goth/rock/metal, Fall Of The Leafe still eludes a proper genre tag. Some cascading, smooth The Cure-like chords play a more prominent role here, yet the metal is still evident, although not as pensive as it was on Volvere.

'The Fresco' kicks things off nicely with vocalist Tuomas Tuominen crooning and swooning amongst desperate power chords and melodies. Its follow-up, 'Morning Works' breaks the floodgates wide open with a booming, hearty chorus that is revisited plenty of times during the song's span, but is so delightful, it could be played forever.

The oriental, exotic chords of 'In the Silence Of The Sand' elevate it to top billing on Vantage, especially when drummer Matia Aaltonen plays the role of Lombardo. This example, which blends two styles that have no business being together, is what defines Fall Of The Leafe. But let's not stop there.

While 'Off The Map Under The Sun' may be the only miss on Vantage, it is the clamoring swing of 'Cold Java' and the finality of 'The End Of Harvest' that capture Vantage as being just as well-rounded and thought-provoking as Volvere.

A quick summation of the power of this band will entail the torque of Tuominen's voice, which HAS to be heard, the jangly, melodic chord choices of primary songwriter/guitarist Jussi Hanninen, and the flair for the dramatic from 6 Finnish dudes who continue to out-write, out-think, and out-play 99% of what is out there.

Truly one of the most unique and dare I say, special bands going, Fall Of The Leafe has struck sonic gold once again with Vantage, and will be mining emotional nuggets in this writer's head for years to come.

Herman Rarebell - Too Late For Peace

Fri, 14 Apr 2006 13:02:04 EST

Herman is dirty. Herman is rabid. Herman is raging with a will to destroy all in its path. "Too Late For Peace" contains 15 songs of old-school, ear blasting grind/crust, surging with maniacal speed and aggression. The disc also features three classic cover songs: "Rags To Rich's" from DOOM, "Multinational Corporations" and "Instinct Of Survival" from NAPALM DEATH, and contains members of THIRD DEGREE and ANTIGAMA. Herman Rarebell is perfect answer to good old fashioned grind/crust typical for bands like NAPALM DEATH, TERRORIZER, DOOM, REPULSION, DEFECATION, EXTREME NOISE TERROR. Additionally this is 3-inch disc release with excellent packaging. "Too Late For Peace" is the soundtrack to your suicide - get ready for the ultimate destruction.

Wojczech - Sedimente

Fri, 14 Apr 2006 13:07:07 EST

Originating back in 1995, Germany's Wojczech have undoubtly become one of the most famous groups on the worldwide grind scene, thanks to a steady stream of vinyl releases over the years. After a decade of existence the band unleashes its long awaited debut album Sedimente and detonates 11 fireshots of nihilistic rage, blast-beat fury and apocalyptic sound. Deranged, frenzied, super-tight metallic grind with hints of crust, thrash, hardcore, death metal and punk, this is GRIND A.D. 2005! Amazing recording production courtesy of Harris Johns at Spiderhouse Studio (Pestilence, Voivod, Sodom, Kreator). Highly recommended for fans of Assuck, Nasum, His Hero Is Gone.

Incarnated - Pleasure Of Consumption

Fri, 14 Apr 2006 13:09:44 EST

Hailing from Bialystok, Poland INCARNATED is without fail 100% underground in every conceivable way. In existence for nearly 15 years now, the band has released demo tapes left and right, with only one full-length release previous to the upcoming Selfmadegod album. The band now returns with a 10-song "Pleasure Of Consumption" churning out blasting, severe, fast, pure old school Death Metal heavily influenced by classic Swedish bands from late 80's/early 90's such as Entombed, Nihilist, Dismember, Necrony or General Surgery. The brilliant, raw-sounding recording, insane guitar riffs and ultra-fast drumming are certainly strong points of INCARNATED. Additionally the CD includes three unreleased bonus songs coming from promo-material recorded back in 1997.

Gadget - The Funeral March

Fri, 21 Apr 2006 12:55:12 EST

Sweden's Gadget proudly carries the grindcore torch forward with its brand-new record The Funeral March. More than a devout collection of blasting beats, sweltering guitars and real-world lyrics, The Funeral March incorporates sinister melodies and a keen sense of dynamics to an already explosive mix. Gadget is more fierce and focused than ever before and shaping the future of grindcore with The Funeral March.

Dark Tranquillity - The Mind's I (Deluxe Edition)

Wed, 26 Apr 2006 14:55:59 EST

Another reissue by one of the most classic Swedish melodic death metal albums ever. Experience the magic that Dark Tranquillity gives, The Mind's I is a perfect album for any fan of melodic metal.

Dark Tranquillity - The Gallery (Deluxe Edition)

Wed, 26 Apr 2006 14:57:49 EST

This is the deluxe version of one of the best albums to date from these Swedish gods. This includes 5 extra bonus tracks that were unavailable prior to this release. So find out where it all began, this release is a must for any Dark Tranquillity fan.

Grave - Soulless/Hating Life (Reissue)

Wed, 26 Apr 2006 15:05:07 EST

As one of the longest-running Death Metal bands in the world, Sweden's Grave have inspired their successors to strive for songwriting maturity and higher levels of musicianship. Soulless, their third album has been unavailable for several years until now, here re-released with 1996's Hating Life. Both albums produced by Tomas Skogsberg at the legendary Studio Sunlight (Entombed, At The Gates). Completely remastered with new liner notes.

Dissection - The Somberlain (Ultimate Slipcase Reissue)

Wed, 26 Apr 2006 15:21:51 EST

The ultimate re-issue of one of the best Swedish black metal albums ever! The album that defined the latter Swedish Black Metal sound, filled with Epic freezing cold guitar riffs, blasting drums & sinister vocal arrangements.

CD 1: THE SOMBERLAIN
(REMASTERED ORIGINAL MIX)
01. Black Horizons
02. The Somberlain
03. Crimson Towers
04. A Land Forlorn
05. Heaven's Damnation
06. Frozen
07. Into Infinite Obscurity
08. In the Cold Winds of Nowhere
09. The Grief Prophecy/Shadows Over A Lost Kingdom
10. Mistress of the Bleeding Sorrow
11. Feathers Fell

CD 2: BONUS DISC
UNRELEASED LIVE RECORDING '95
01. Frozen
02. The Somberlain
INTO INFINITE OBSCURITY 7" EP 1991
(Remastered Original Mix)
03. Shadows Over A Lost Kingdom
04. Son of the Mourning
05. Into Infinite Obscurity
DEMO 1992 (Remastered Original Mix)
06. Frozen
07. In the Cold Winds of Nowhere
08. Feathers Fell
09. Mistress of the Bleeding Sorrow
THE GRIEF PROPHECY DEMO 1990
(Remastered Original Mix)
10. The Call of the Mist
REMASTERED REHEARSAL 1990
11. Severed Into Shreds
SATANIZED (Remastered Rehearsal 1991)
12. Satanized
13. Born In Fire

Yyrkoon - Unhealthy Opera

Wed, 03 May 2006 13:32:37 EST

France's thrash/death metal act YYRKOON have spent the last few years honing in on their powerful death metal attack and coating it with a clear production and melodic guitar work. The Album's haunting concept is based on the Lovecraftian's Cthulhu mythos about what lies in the depths of the ocean. You've been warned.

Rotting Christ - Non Serviam (Reissue W/ Bonus)

Wed, 03 May 2006 13:40:31 EST

The third Rotting Christ opus sees them honing their early raw sounds into a more focused and even darker shape. This is the very first U.S. issue of 'Non Serviam', on The End's sub-label Unruly Sounds. Features bonus live video clips for "Morality Of A Dark Age", "Feast Of The Grand Whore" and "Non Serviam".

Rotting Christ - Passage To Arcturo (Reissue W/ Bonus)

Wed, 03 May 2006 13:42:19 EST

Rotting Christ's 'Passage To Arcturo', originally released in 1991, shows their raw, ugly early sound in its purest form. An important foundation for everything that came after. Haunting, obscure and creepy, this is a seminal album in the evolution of black metal, a cornerstone of the genre's early development. Includes bonus tracks "The Nereid Of Esgalduin", "Vicious Joy And Black Delight" and "Feast Of The Grand Whore".

Willowtip - Short Sleeve Tshirt

Fri, 12 May 2006 15:02:16 EST

A Willowtip short sleeve Tshirt. Very fashionable.

Massmord - Inget Liv / Ingen Dod

Mon, 15 May 2006 14:07:05 EST

11 tracks of downtuned and dark Swedish hardcore with lots of piercing guitar leads, brutal bass lines, whirlwind drumming, and dual fe/male trade-off vocals. And even though this might fall under the category of modern melodic crust it's overall much faster than the average bands playing similar styles. Think Wolfbrigade and To What End? mixed with some From Ashes Rise and Kylesa.

Facedowninshit - Shit Bloody Shit

Mon, 15 May 2006 14:08:37 EST

I remember first time I heard these guys' name I was thinking "Gotta be gore/grind", then I heard couple different sources tossing things around like Sabbath, sludge and crust when describing these guys' sound. So I finally decided to dig into my wallet and shell out for this baby to see what was going on, and WOW! this record kills. These guys mix hateful crust-grind in the vein of Dystopia and His Hero is Gone and serve it up with the epic moving power of Neurosis and then finish off the mix with some pounding, Cavity-esque riff driven sludge that is also rooted in Sabbath and even Skynyrd. Man, incredible stuff for sure. This album is a discography of sorts. The first tune is an 8 minute long epic, that starts with a violin backing up a Sabbathy riff and then ascends to pounding crust-grind fury with hateful vocals and an all out grinding attack. Tracks 2-9 are off of a previously released 10 inch and are more on the sludge side of things but with plenty of grinding, punked up parts to keep you off balance. These tunes have a Grief meets Cavity meets His Hero is Gone vibe and they too totally shred..dashes of crust, doom and groovy sludge. The last couple of tunes are pretty much straight up southern sludge...they come from a demo tape and have a very raw lo-fi sound. Lots of big riffs that'll keep you groovin' on these last trakcs. Well the bottom line is that if you like sludge, grind, crust, doom...man, just about anything, you'll really enjoy this disc. Its is truly epic in scope and there's something for just about everyone here. A masterpiece." (daredevil.de)

Weedeater - Sixteen Tons

Tue, 23 May 2006 14:33:31 EST

A masterwork of southern fried sludgecore. The soundtrack to your next zombie beach party. Sixteen Tons churns out a black hole of thunderous, snarling Swamp Doom from acclaimed rebel rockers WEEDEATER (featuring Dixie Dave of confederate metal legends BUZZOVEN). With monstrous production courtesy of Billy Anderson (MELVINS, SWANS, CATHEDRAL), these ten whiskey soaked anthems are heavier than a mastodon trapped in a tarpit. Crusty, wasted, and buried.

Katatonia - Viva Emptiness

Wed, 24 May 2006 13:58:49 EST

Katatonia are back with their brand new studio album VIVA EMPTINESS, their sixth full length LP. Thirteen tracks of outstanding songwriting make this possibly their most coherent body of work to date.

Wurdulak - Ceremony In Flames

Wed, 31 May 2006 12:29:56 EST

Ceremony in Flames features a harrowing lineup of some of extreme music's most feared names resulting in sickening, unholy musical insanity. Ripping, CELTIC FROST-inspired musical beratings twist and surround the listener while deranged, suicidal vocals signal the end of all that is anti-evil. Features Killjoy (NECROPHAGIA / THE RAVENOUS), Maniac (MAYHEM) and members of IMMORTAL, GORELORD and BLOODTHORN.

Circle Of Dead Children - Zero Comfort Margin 10" Vinyl

Wed, 14 Jun 2006 16:15:26 EST

Brand new 10 inch vinyl of CODC's latest and greatest. Featuring additional artwork by Mark Riddick. With Zero Comfort Margin, Circle of Dead Children further establish themselves as one of the best and most important grindcore bands in the world. Recorded with Steve Austin (TITD, Lamb of God) ZCM is a brand new MCD with over 20 minutes of new music and 15 new tracks. One of the most focused and brutal releases in CODC's history the band continues to push grindcore and extreme music to its limits.

Ulcerate - The Coming Of Genocide

Tue, 20 Jun 2006 13:47:02 EST

"The Coming Of Genocide" is clinical, savage and extremely brutal! Mixing the most recent brutal death style, with abysmal fierceness and lacerating unholyness... that's what ULCERATE deliver!

"The coming of Genocide"include also track from the Ulcerate 2002 demo, and a ROM track with lot of additional stuff, like video, pictures, bio, etc.

Aborted - The Archaic Abattoir (Slip Case)

Tue, 20 Jun 2006 13:55:52 EST

Slip case version of Aborted's "Archaic Abattoir". On Listenable records.

Immolation - Harnessing Ruin (Listenable)

Tue, 20 Jun 2006 14:14:53 EST

One of America's premier death metal bands returns with their most crushing, yet clear, release to date. Eerie atmospheres, spastic solos and unearthly vocals make these songs attack you without pity.

Gorgasm - Bleeding Profusely

Mon, 03 Jul 2006 13:13:53 EST

Beyond brutal, beyond extreme.....

Knife wielding Death Gore sickness...... get it or lose out.

Features Dave Culross (Malevolent Creation/Suffocation/Hateplow) on some of the fastest off time drumming you will have the pleasure of hearing.

Spawn Of Possession - Cabinet

Mon, 03 Jul 2006 13:18:58 EST

The 2003 debut full-length from these Swedes. Crushing brutal death metal.

Gorgasm - Masticate To Dominate

Mon, 03 Jul 2006 13:31:15 EST

This album, without a doubt, has to be one of Death Metal's best for 2003. "Masticate To Dominate" is nothing but sheer chaotic brutality from start to finish.

Aeon - Bleeding The False

Mon, 03 Jul 2006 13:35:04 EST

In the early 90s, Deicide set the standard in terms of terrorizing, blasphemous music. What we have here in Aeon's Bleeding the False is material that even surpasses that, throws it at your face with disgust and will even make the nonbeliever gasp. This album fucking hates your existence!

Gorod - Leading Vision

Fri, 14 Jul 2006 15:14:58 EST

With the follow up to Neurotripsicks, Gorod have once again hit the jackpot for the ultimate number-crunching spider-fingered death metal sweepstakes with Leading Vision, their sophomore effort for Willowtip. These Frenchmen have cleverly spiced their diamond-cutting technicality with supercharged pinball machine melodies and fluttering sting ray guitar solos against a backdrop of grooves and bonkers bass playing, not to mention tighter, radioactive songwriting sure to burrow its way into permanent memory. Considering how slippery and complicated Gorod sounds on paper, it's immediately refreshing to be reminded that death metal can be catchy, brainy, and fun all at the same time with Leading Vision. Sure to be one of the best technical death metal albums you've heard in quite some time.

Sulaco - Tearing Through The Roots

Fri, 14 Jul 2006 15:31:11 EST

Collectively accounting for over 30 years of experience playing in Rochester, NY's underground music scene, the three members of Sulaco have perfected a uniquely schizoid vision of how music should be played with their Willowtip debut, Tearing Through The Roots. Fronted by guitarist Erik Burke, one of the true godfathers of technical metal and mastermind behind zany carnival-grinders Lethargy, Sulaco fuels its fractured, inverted rhythms with a twittering riffing style that squirms and tinkles like an orchestra of deranged dolphins in heat, squealing and writhing rabidly between volcanic bass thrusts and runaway blast-beat crescendos. Inspired by the likes of Breadwinner and Human Remains, Tearing Through The Roots is an emblem for creative, bonecrushing complexity that refuses to sacrifice the groove or become declawed like so many in the post-Dillinger tech metal landscape.

Phobia - Tshirt

Thu, 20 Jul 2006 17:41:32 EST

New Phobia tshirt. Front design only.

Sulaco - Tshirt

Fri, 21 Jul 2006 14:03:50 EST

Sulaco short sleeve tshirt feautring artwork from their Willowtip debut, Tearing Through The Roots.

Dissection - Storm Of The Light's Bane (Slipcase W/ Bonus Disc)

Wed, 26 Jul 2006 14:03:16 EST

The ultimate re-issue of this timeless majestic black metal classic. Absolutely essential!!!

CD 1: STORM OF THE LIGHT'S BANE
(REMASTERED ORIGINAL MIX)
01. At the Fathomless Depths
02. Night's Blood
03. Unhallowed
04. Where Dead Angels Lie
05. Retribution - Storm of the Light's Bane
06. Thorns of Crimson Death
07. Soulreaper
08. No Dreams Breed In Breathless Sleep

CD 2: BONUS DISC
STORM OF THE LIGHT'S BANE
(UNRELEASED ALTERNATIVE MIX '95)
01. At the Fathomless Depths
02. Night's Blood
03. Unhallowed
04. Where Dead Angels Lie
05. Retribution - Storm of the Light's Bane
06. Feathers Fell
07. Thorns of Crimson Death
08. Soulreaper
09. No Dreams Breed In Breathless Sleep
UNRELEASED DEMO '94
10. Night's Blood
11. Retribution - Storm of the Light's Bane
WHERE DEAD ANGELS LIE MCD '96
(REMASTERED ORIGINAL MIXES)
12. Elisabeth Bathori
13. Where Dead Angels Lie (demo version)
14. Antichrist
15. Son of the Mourning

Pestilence - Mallevs Maleficarvm

Fri, 04 Aug 2006 12:18:32 EST

A nice re-issuing of this early Dutch Deaththrash stuff inlcuding the band demos as bonus tracks! Completeley vintage!

Electro Quarterstaff - Gretzky

Fri, 11 Aug 2006 15:47:39 EST

The debut full length from Winnipeg 's ELECTRO QUARTERSTAFF has finally arrived, and it will undoubtedly go down in history as one of the greatest instrumental metal albums ever. Gretzky strives to marry the insectoid riffing of modern technical death metal with mutant starfish rhythms that swell and contract like reptilian break-dancing on a hijacked pirate cruise ship. Having no patience for a vocalist, these self-proclaimed titans of progressive instrumental thrash metal dedicate themselves to the exploration and deconstruction of harmonious, romantic melody, slippery squid stringwork, and swashbuckling grooves. Inspired by the sprawling rhythmic tension of early Metallica and the nimble-witted punchline hijinx of Lethargy and Ripping Corpse, Gr etzky embodies the sound of three riff assassins embarking on an intergalactic adventure showered with bacon sizzling blastbeats, latin hulahoop shake-downs, and a seemingly never-ending supply of supersonic titanium chestnut rhythms. A total lunar eclipse of snake-charming riffs from the planet's mightiest triple-axe quartet.

Agalloch - Ashes Against The Grain (Slipcase)

Wed, 16 Aug 2006 15:50:02 EST

Four years after their critically acclaimed sophomore effort "The Mantle", Agalloch delivers their new album, "Ashes Against The Grain". Always progressing but never losing touch with their dark metal roots, the band's third album unites elements of black metal, Scandinavian prog, and post-rock with the band's signature brooding style.

Across Tundras - Dark Songs Of The Prairie

Mon, 21 Aug 2006 11:43:47 EST

Dark Songs Of The Prairie, the first full-length album from Denver's ACROSS TUNDRAS, holds eight portraits of heavy majesty carved out of massive syrup riffage and spacious melodies. It's almost like hearing some mysterious 70's country rock outfit thawed out and refitted with mighty amplification, sludgecore tempos, and shoegazey shimmer that conjures up visions of the wide open prairies and looming mountains of the band's home territory. As weighty as the melodic heaviness coming from the from the whole "post-metal" camp, but coming from a different place altogether, ACROSS TUNDRAS draw a tangential line from Neil Young to HUM to NEUROSIS, and unleash a powerful new statement of rustic, crushing Americana. Features former members of Sioux Falls, SD post-hardcore outfits SPIRIT OF VERSAILLES and EXAMINATION OF THE...

Cripple Bastards - Your Lies In Check

Thu, 31 Aug 2006 14:13:02 EST

Well after a delay of 5 years this finally sees the light of day. Cripple Bastards have been at it for well over a decade now and we have decided to re-release their first studio album (a classic grind album thats been sold out for almost a decade now.) This is the one people have been asking me for, for years now and it's your chance to finally own a copy. This also features brand new mastering and artwork not featured on the original recording. Get this grindcore classic now before it's too late again.

Giant Squid - Metridium Fields

Thu, 07 Sep 2006 15:52:44 EST

Giant Squid's cinematic soundscapes are soaked with imagery of nautical desolation and mountainous solitude. Their gorgeous yet uncompromisingly heavy music is already being likened to Neurosis, ISIS, Pelican, Pleasure Forever, and Mogwai.

Unexpect - In A Flesh Aquarium

Thu, 07 Sep 2006 15:55:24 EST

Unexpect's wild musical adventures are fuelled by a mish-mash of creative styles - black, death, progressive and classical metal. The band's delivery is an awe-inspiring adrenaline rush in vein of Mr. Bungle, The Jesus Lizard and if Cirque du Soleil went black metal.

"This is a jaw dropping debut. I just really need to see if they can produce some of this caliber but make it unique the next time. I don't Know were The End finds these band but they know have their Devil Doll and damn an I proud to here it." - Absolute Zero
"With In Flesh Aquarium, Unexpect have delivered the most demented and unclassifiable yet brilliantly unique and challenging album since La Masquerade Infernale" - Digital Metal

Sleepytime Gorilla Museum - Grand Opening And Closing (Reissue)

Thu, 07 Sep 2006 15:57:54 EST

Reissue and Expansion of the 2001 debut from Rock Against Rock pioneers, including 2 unrelased songs and a live bonus recorded by the new line-up.

Suffocation - Suffocation

Fri, 08 Sep 2006 14:12:27 EST

The legendary Suffocation have come blasting back to the forefront of the genre they helped to create with their new, self-titled full-length. Universally regarded as the best live death metal band in the world, Suffocation captures the intensity of their concert juggernaut and administers a savage, eleven-track beating. As simply stated as the title itself, it's all here; the relentless speed, the surgical precision, the crushing brutality, and the inhuman, genre-defining vocals that have made Suffocation the most influential band in death metal, period. The gods of death metal are back and Suffocation casts their long and storied shadow of influence even farther.

Napalm Death - Smear Campaign

Fri, 15 Sep 2006 14:19:11 EST

Napalm Death is out once again to prove that there's still plenty of piss and vinegar left in the machine. Smear Campaign is the next step in helping to open the eyes and ears of the masses to see what is really going on in the world today. Like their last album (Jello Biafra, Jamie Jasta), this one features a guest vocal appearance from Anneka (lead singer of The Gathering). This is ferocious and focused intensity, plain and simple that call for Napalm Death to deliver during the bleakest of times. File this one under 'A' for awesome and ass kicking grind core! This CD ships on Tuesday Sep 15th.

Arsis - United In Regret

Fri, 22 Sep 2006 13:47:56 EST

Following the enormous success of their debut album, 2004's A Celebration Of Guilt, and 2005's epic A Diamond For Disease , ARSIS have returned with their brand new full length, United In Regret . With United In Regret , ARSIS have once again raised the bar and breathe new life into the overpopulated world known as "Melodic Death Metal". Recorded at Max Tax Studios (Skinless, Stigmata) in Albany , NY and Hairy Breakfast Productions (Misery Index) in Atlanta , GA , and mastered by Scott Hull (Phobia, Pig Destroyer). The nine tracks contained on United In Regret showcase ARSIS' strongest and most well-written material to date.

Arsis - United In Regret Tshirt

Fri, 22 Sep 2006 14:01:48 EST

A brand new Arsis tshirt featuring artwork from United In Regret. Designed by Mark Riddick.

Nile - Amongst The Catacombs Of Nephren-Ka

Fri, 29 Sep 2006 14:57:57 EST

Unearthing Egyptian culture for inspiration, Nile's exceptional musicianship and creative song writing immediately establish them as one of the premier death metal bands in the world! Worshippers of the dead be warned!!!

Nile - Black Seeds Of Vengeance

Fri, 29 Sep 2006 14:59:17 EST

A merciless, scathing death metal assault that builds off the energy and color of the band's critically-acclaimed debut, and presents Nile's fury in an even more epic, brutal and profound light.

Anata - Dreams Of Death And Dismay

Fri, 29 Sep 2006 15:35:41 EST

The perfect bridge between explosive American death metal and bloody European thrash. Combining precise, angular riffing with a superb sense of melody, resulting in rapid, harmonic metal the likes of which hasn't surfaced in years.

Corrupted - Se Hace Por Los Suenos Asesinos

Tue, 10 Oct 2006 15:24:06 EST

This CD is another amazing effort from a band who have defined their own sound, yet are still able to explore the possibilities and develop it to incredible heights. The last two numbers are typical Corrupted - painfully loud and slow, with roaring grizzly-bear vocals (lyrics in Spanish for no reason whatsoever, as per usual). However, the real musical coup is reserved for the first song. As painfully quiet as the rest of the album is loud, with gently strummed acoustic guitars wrenching out the most poignant of minor chords, whilst words (in Japanese this time) are sung in the lowest, most exposed, soporific manner possible. Absolutely heart-stoppingly depressing and beautiful. -- StonerRock.com

Corrupted - Llenandose De Gusanos

Tue, 10 Oct 2006 15:28:33 EST

Considered by many to be their finest moment Llenandose De Gusanos the awesome 2CD set from sludgecore legends Corrupted finally gets repressed. Disc One starts off with a remarkably restrained piano riff, later joined by eerie vocals (sung in Spanish as usual) that sound like they're sung from inside a cardboard box. The piece almost becomes pretty, before building up into a slow-moving but awesomely heavy guitar/drums dirge. Eventually the piano gracefully re-enters and the disc comes full circle. The second CD is comprised of a single hauting ambient track - a beautiful warm drone runs throughout and together with the baron cover artwork evokes a mood of post-apocolypitc desolation. The musicianship displayed on this album is superb - restraint is shown when necessary and the level of playing even suggests that some of the band may be classically trained. This is essential for fans of their recent 'Se Hace' album and anyone in touch with Earth, Sunn O))) and Boris.

Leng Tch'e / Warscars - A Musical Propaganda For A Sociologic Warfare

Fri, 13 Oct 2006 15:33:24 EST

an amazing split cd in a really nice digipak. 9 brand new songs from the masters of razorgrind Leng Tch'e along with great tracks by Warscars. brand new exclusive tracks from both bands.

Unmerciful - Unmercifully Beaten

Tue, 17 Oct 2006 12:36:53 EST

Relentless brutality and unwielding ferocity mixed with blistering speed. Tempos and technicality reach new hights on Unmercifully Beaten. The name says it all as listeners will be pummeled from start to finish. Unmerciful includes former members of Origin and a guest appearance from Alex Webster of Cannibal Corpse.

Odious Mortem - Devouring The Prophecy

Tue, 17 Oct 2006 12:41:32 EST

Debut full length from ODIOUS MORTEM. Brutal, technical, complex death metal.

Odious Sanction - No Motivation To Live

Tue, 17 Oct 2006 12:55:41 EST

Odious Sanction second full length CD. Featuring Steve Shalaty from Immolation, this band is ultra heavy crushing intense groove orientated extreme metal from Ohio.

Man Is The Bastard - D.I.Y.C.D.

Fri, 27 Oct 2006 15:55:26 EST

This CD is a collection of splits, 7''ep's, and previously unreleased material created for those who can't find the vinyl. 54 tracks total.

Lecherous Nocturne - Adoration Of The Blade

Fri, 27 Oct 2006 17:07:52 EST

SC's best kept secret Lecherous Nocturne unleash their hate upon this vile earth with their first official album!! Featuring NILE guitarist Dallas Toler-Wade on drums and bassist Mike Poggione of Monstrosity. This onslaught promises to be one of the most original extreme metal releases this year!! Let the decimation begin...

Incantation - Onward To Golgotha (Reissue)

Fri, 03 Nov 2006 14:29:24 EST

Long heralded as one of the heaviest, sickest, and most uncompromising death metal bands in the world, New Jersey's Incantation has forged a legacy of brutality unmatched by any other American group. In 1992, the bands most celebrated lineup entered a then unknown Trax East Studios with a then unproven engineer Steve Evetts and emerged with Onward to Golgotha, the most dark and blasphemous death metal record to date. The combination of the inhuman growl of vocalist Craig Pillard, the ruthlessly savage aural malevolence, and pitiless anti-Christian attack was the ultimate musical sacrilege. Onward... redefined the bounds of brutality and blasphemy for the entire genre of death metal. This is absolute brutality!!! Includes a free DVD with three full live sets from the Onward... lineup, expanded artwork, and more.

Estradasphere - Palace Of Mirrors

Fri, 17 Nov 2006 13:20:38 EST

Unclassifiable yet highly eclectic, Santa Cruz band Estradasphere bring together a wide assortment of styles (gypsy music, death metal, 60's foreign cinema rock, expansive orchestrations) into one mind-blowing aural experience. This album will surely satisfy music fans' palettes for the diverse, especially those already under the spell of Secret Chiefs 3, Mr. Bungle, John Coltrane, and yes, The Beach Boys.
"If you're into experimental music or you want to broaden your musical horizons, then by all means pick up a copy." - The Gauntlet
"Estradasphere is the greatest band in existence today, bar none." - DecoyMusic.com
"If you enjoy the music of bands like Mr. Bungle, Farmers Market, Charming Hostess, and other great fusion bands along those lines, then you'll definitely want to buy this album." - Unearthed.com
"The band has a very distinct personality that shines through." - Satan Stole My Teddybear

Winds - Reflections Of The I (W/ Of Entity And Mind)

Fri, 17 Nov 2006 13:30:32 EST

Finally, the new album bythis amazing band from Norway. The US version also includes the complete MCD "Of Entity And Mind" as a bonus! Winds features: Lars Eric Si - Vocals (Jack In A Box, Sensa Anima, Khold),who won a Norwegian Grammy Award in 2000 for his amazing vocal talents; Carl August Tidemann - Guitars (Arcturus, Tritonus), an exceptional guitar player with influences from rock/metal, classical and jazz; Jan Axel von Blomberg - Drums (Mayhem, Arcturus, Kovenant), also known as Hellhammer, he has also won 2 Norwegian Grammy Awards; Andy Winter- Keys, a virtuoso in classical music, main songwriter and the person that gets the main credit for WINDS's crystal clear sound. The new album utilizes a full string section (courtesy of members from the Oslo Philharmonic Orchestra) and creates a seamless and most inspiring mix of classically oriented metal fronted with clean vocals, dark progressive guitars, philharmonics, classical piano and floating synths. The intricate arrangements, all written so they flow with the concept in mind, deliver spirals of dazzling melodies filled with magnificent atmospheres, offering a sublime elegance that makes their music a truly superb sonic journey! A top-notch production by Top-Room Studio and a truly breathtaking layout design by the ever-talented Travis Smith make this one of the overall strongest albums the scene has to offer!

Martyr - Feeding The Abscess

Sat, 25 Nov 2006 00:29:51 EST

Canada's pillars of progressive death metal are back with their third album. Feeding the Abscess contains thirteen enthralling songs full of technicality, intricacy and sheer aggressiveness built on complex structures. Recorded and mixed by Pierre Remillard, mastered by Alan Douches.

Under Eden - The Savage Circle

Thu, 30 Nov 2006 13:45:05 EST

Debut from this Minnesota hate machine, fusing elements of American thrash and Scandinavian black/death. A direct approach and precision performances will please fans of the new breed of brutal metalcore as well as diehard old-school thrash freaks.

The Elysian Fields - Suffering God Almighty

Thu, 30 Nov 2006 13:51:51 EST

In some ways a radical departure from their previous work, enigmatic Greek band The Elysian Fields offers their most daring album yet, an innovative and mighty mixture of death metal with dark electronic elements.

Thou Art Lord - Orgia Daemonicum

Thu, 07 Dec 2006 10:44:43 EST

Heretical death/thrash/black metal war from Satan's favorite Greek act. Features members of Rotting Christ and Necromantia, plus a killer cover of Onslaught's classic "Power From Hell".

Lunafield - Diva

Thu, 07 Dec 2006 10:46:38 EST

Second album from this eccentric, atmospheric, oppressive German black/death act. Produced by Alex Krull (Leaves' Eyes, Atrocity).

Electric Wizard - Dopethrone (Re-Issue)

Wed, 20 Dec 2006 13:05:35 EST

Re-issue of this great 2000 doom stoner release. Includes a bonus track.

Dream Evil - United

Thu, 28 Dec 2006 16:18:17 EST

Sweden's power metal masters return! Fredrik Nordstrom and company are back with their fourth album, revitalized and ready to take on the world once again. This first-pressing comes with a second CD containing 5 bonus tracks exclusive to this release.

Blockheads - Shapes Of Misery

Wed, 03 Jan 2007 13:35:13 EST

Pull-no-punches grindcore in the vein of Nasum, Napalm Death, and Terrorizer.

Horrid - Rising From The Hidden Spheres

Tue, 09 Jan 2007 14:21:52 EST

2nd full length album of this legendary italian band recorded in Denmark at Starstruck Studios with Anders Lundemark (KONKHRA) as producer, the album includes 8 songs in the usual tradition of the band since their inception, this is: total swedish Death Metal worship!! With a 100% swedish sound, any lover of bands like early DISMEMBER, CARNAGE, ENTOMBED, GOD MACABRE and the likes, will find on this album a perfect way to go back to the golden days of the original swedish Death Metal scene.

Vidres A La Sang - Endins

Tue, 09 Jan 2007 14:23:58 EST

After taking the spanish scene by storm in 2004 with their debut album, and having stablished a name for themselves in the worldwide underground scene, spanish VIDRES A LA SANG returns with their sophomore album "Endins" to show that it's still possible to perfectionate their debut!!
Again, six ellaborated songs filled with crushing riffs and a perfect technical skill, "Endins" is a perfect Death Metal album that gathers all the elements such as brutality, heaviness, tighness, melody, aggression, darkness... all this with a powerful crystal-clear production and excellent design.
VIDRES A LA SANG is feeling, honesty, pain, rage and a defiance to death. The black & red vengeance is back!!

Destruction - Thrash Anthems

Fri, 12 Jan 2007 12:09:41 EST

"Thrash Anthems" is a collection of reworked/re-recorded versions of the band's classic tracks. The CD was recorded at House of Music Studio in Germany and Little Creek Studio in Switzerland with almost the same team that worked on the group's "Inventor of Evil" CD: DESTRUCTION's live sound engineers Gerd Krenz, Franky Winkelmann and GURD/POLTERGEIST mastermind VO Pulver. The tracks were mixed by one of the best metal producers in Europe - Jacob Hansen, the Danish producer and INVOCATOR singer and guitarist.

"Thrash Anthems" track listing:

01. Deposition (Your Heads Will Roll) *
02. Invincible Force
03. Release from Agony
04. Mad Butcher
05. Sign of Fear
06. Death Trap
07. Life Without Sense
08. Total Desaster
09. Bestial Invasion
10. Reject Emotions
11. Tormentor
12. Unconscious Ruins
13. Curse the Gods
14. Cracked Brain
15. Profanity *
16. Eternal Ban (Bonus Track)

*brand new songs

Dismember - Like An Everflowing Stream (Reissue)

Fri, 12 Jan 2007 12:22:09 EST

If there's one Dismember album that can be called a true classic and a mandatory item in any death metal fan's library, this is the one!!! Originally released in 1991, this reissue on Candlelight U.S. comes complete with bonus material.

Electric Wizard - Electric Wizard (Remastered)

Fri, 12 Jan 2007 12:27:08 EST

The 2006 bonus re-mastered version of their debut album with two bonus tracks.

Coldworker - The Contaminated Void

Fri, 12 Jan 2007 12:38:25 EST

Sweden's Coldworker storms out of the gates with it's debut The Contaminated Void. Conceived and created by Anders Jakobson (of the legendary Nasum) and his hand-picked selection of burgeoning metal players, Coldworker's razor-sharp attack is destined to send shockwaves through the international extreme scene. The Contaminated Void's fourteen tracks swarm with equal parts crushing riffs, blazing speed, and menacing vocal onslaughts. Outrageously agile guitars balance melodic leads with relentless aggression. From start to finish, The Contaminated Void burns with a ferocity and intensity rarely seen in any genre of metal. Simply stated, Coldworker and The Contaminated Void is among the finest Scandinavian metal this side of the 21st century.

Odious Mortem - Cryptic Implosion

Mon, 15 Jan 2007 15:06:43 EST

After a previously released full length on Unique Leader Records, touring the US with elite death metal acts, and being heralded as one of the genre's biggest up-and-coming bands, ODIOUS MORTEM return with their new album and Willowtip debut, Cryptic Implosion. Pummeling, extremely technical, and vicious, Cryptic Implosion is an album that will take the scene by storm and establish the band as one of the best technical death metal bands in the world.

Odious Mortem - Short Sleeve Tshirt

Fri, 26 Jan 2007 14:47:20 EST

Short sleeve tshirt featuring the cover artwork for Cryptic Implosion. Back says "Cryptic Implosion".

Odious Mortem - Long Sleeve Tshirt

Fri, 26 Jan 2007 14:55:43 EST

Long sleeve tshirt featuring the cover artwork for Cryptic Implosion. Back says "Cryptic Implosion".

Melechesh - Emissaries

Fri, 02 Feb 2007 13:45:14 EST

'Emissaries,' the fourth album from MELECHESH, is the much-anticipated follow-up to 2003's brilliant opus 'Sphynx.' Easily the band's top album to date, and debut for new drummer Xul, 'Emissaries' is a collection of Sumerian spells, Mesopotamian mysticism and its cosmic connection.

The album also features a cover of the song 'Gyroscope' by world-renowned Canadian band The Tea Party. The Tea Party gave the band full permission to cover the song and the liberty to change it if they wanted to - which the band did, adding their own creative touch.

Absu - The Third Storm Of Cythraul

Fri, 23 Feb 2007 15:45:31 EST

Cantankerous, contemptible, and courageous - the Cythrául Klan of ABSU still carry a parlous reputation, even among their ancient yet adamant enemies. Before being confined to a "Texas black thrash" classification, they masterminded and executed their own breed of mythological occult metal for over ten years now.

Blood I Bleed - High Octane Thrash

Thu, 08 Mar 2007 10:32:37 EST

Founded in 2002 by former members of well-known violent hardcore/grindcore outfit My Minds Mine, high quality music with an enormous potential for success in the underground community is what you can expect from Holland's Blood I Bleed. Essentially a logical continuation of what the Dutchmen have been doing for years, yet a new approach to the overall expression based on and inspired by renown acts like Heresy, Intense Degree or S.O.B., to name a few. Influenced by the 80's hardcore, grindcore, as well as Japanese hardcore bands, the furious quartet is a force to be reckoned with. High velocity hardcore / thrash with power that cannot be denied. "High Octane Thrash" comprises a big part of all the songs Blood I Bleed has put out on vinyl so far, such as the self-titled 7", the split EP's with Under Pressure, Sound Like Shit, Unholy Grave, compilation tracks and cover songs from Heresy, Negative FX, Fear Of God and BGK. A total of 32 songs that will blow your socks off. Singer Rosco (also My Minds Mine) has just took over vocal duties again, which makes things sound even more extreme. Like a high-octane fuel racing car, Blood I Bleed stops at nothing. More power to their elbow!

Gojira - The Link (Reissue)

Thu, 08 Mar 2007 10:44:09 EST

One of the most respected new rock/metal acts in all of France in 2005, this is the remixed worldwide reissue of Gojira's second album, 'The Link', thanks to the French ambassadors of good metal taste, Listenable Records. An uncategorizable metal frenzy highlighted by menacing double-bass backing up an immense wall of crushing guitars, performed with surgical accuracy and conviction.

Submission - Failure To Perfection

Thu, 08 Mar 2007 10:47:51 EST

A crushing debut from this heavy-duty, state-of-the-art modern death act. Like a mixture of Soilwork, Mnemic and Darkane. Produced by Jacob Hansen and Tue Madsen.

Theory In Practice - Third Eye Function (Slipcase)

Thu, 08 Mar 2007 10:59:20 EST

After years out of print, Listenable Records have reissued the debut from this acclaimed technical death metal act. Features new artwork and three bonus demo tracks. Amazing musicianship; a must have for fans of Necrophagist, Odious Mortem, Psycroptic, and Decrepit Birth.

Black Elk - Black Elk

Wed, 14 Mar 2007 12:38:33 EST

The eponymous debut from Portland, Oregon's BLACK ELK is a raging destructo rock eruption, heavy, catchy, and flattening. This ten song album contains a creeped out conglom of carnivorous charred hardcore punk, the sludgy power of primo Pacific Northwest tarpit rawk (think KARP, MELVINS, and early SOUNDGARDEN as reference points), twitchy Midwestern noise rage somewhere between Am Rep Records (circa-1991) and a more rabid DIE KREUZEN, and a goatheaded psychedelic backwoods black mass/dance party risen to a freakin' fever pitch. Total crush. Produced by Mike Lastra at Smegma Studios (EARTH, THRONES, JACKIE O MOTHERFUCKER).

Illogicist - The Insight Eye

Fri, 23 Mar 2007 15:45:03 EST

Continuing where they left off on their critically acclaimed debut Subjected , Italy's ILLOGICIST are ready to unleash their new masterpiece, The Insight Eye. Drawing influence from the likes of Death, Atheist, and Cynic, ILLOGICIST have raised the bar and have created a highly technical and progressive metal album that few in the history of metal have achieved. The Insight Eye also features the amazing drumming of world renowned drum god Marco Minnemann.

Toxik - World Circus (Reissue)

Fri, 06 Apr 2007 12:20:42 EST

Remastered reissue including 30 mins of bonus tracks, lyrics, liner notes, and new layout.

Suppository - Regurgitate - Split

Fri, 13 Apr 2007 14:01:59 EST

9 tracks from Suppository, 8 from Regurgitate. HEAVY grinding split CD!

Embalming Theatre - The World Is A Stage...For Murder! (Vinyl)

Fri, 13 Apr 2007 14:14:19 EST

Having carved out their own grim and gruesome sound, Embalming Theatre could not be mistaken for any other band and after many recent split releases they have returned to the clutches of No Escape Records. Following up the acclaimed "Hormones From the Dead?MCD, Embalming Theatre disembowel you with their new full length album, "The World Is A Stage?For Murder!? "The World Is A Stage…" serves as another epic tome of real-life horror grind which retains the sense of dark and morbid melody introduced on "Hormones…" but ups the aggression and attack once again for a lethal mixture of crustified old school grind, death and gore including a cover of the Hideous Mangleus classic "Self Devourment".

Moonsorrow - V: Havitetty

Fri, 13 Apr 2007 16:42:46 EST

Finland's MOONSORROW continue their reign as forerunners of the folk/viking metal scene, crafting triumphant sounds of epic proportions.

For fans of: Thyrfing, Finntroll, Agalloch

"[Moonsorrow] have created a work which trancends genre divisions, but which manages to maintain a strong identity" - TERRORIZER "ALBUM OF THE MONTH"

"Moonsorrow have planted their sword on top of Viking mountain and laid down a serious challenge: Beat this if you dare" - DECIBEL

Novembers Doom - The Novella Reservoir

Fri, 13 Apr 2007 16:44:00 EST

The only way to describe "The Novella Reservoir" is natural progression. NOVEMBERS DOOM took a step forward in speed and aggression, while maintaining the same sound they have had over all 6 CD's. Recorded with Chris Djuricic, mixed by Dan Swanö [EDGE OF SANITY, BLOODBATH] and mastered by James Murphy [TESTAMENT, DEATH] The Novella Reservoir is a more than worthy follow-up to 2005's 'The Pale Haunt Departure.

Dodheimsgard - Supervillain Outcast

Fri, 13 Apr 2007 16:45:22 EST

The long-awaited next step in DHG's evolution, 'Supervillain Outcast' fuses cinematic avant-garde chaos and innovative black metal progressions.

For fans of: Mayhem, Aborym, Emperor, Arcturus

"With "Supervillain Outcast" DHG once again prove that they are one of the most forward-thinking bands in Norwegian black metal" - BW&BK

"A warlock's brew of blasting electronic violence…DHG is re-inventing the Black Metal genre with complex arrangements of groove savvy grind, experimental sound and distorted chaos. Extreme metal has a lot of catching up to do" - UNRESTRAINED!

Farmakon - A Warm Glimpse

Thu, 26 Apr 2007 13:25:31 EST

The album takes twists and turns through chaotic death metal blasting to thoughtful acoustic passages and heading straight on into a funk metal explosion.

Malignancy - Inhuman Grotesqueries

Fri, 27 Apr 2007 16:31:12 EST

It has finally arrived, the new long awaited full length from New York's Malignancy. Inhuman Grotesqueries is an extremely brutal and insane blend of death/grind that sees the band pushing boundries in all areas. A pinch harmonic lovers dream, Inhuman Grotesqueries is a benchmark in brutality and pure insanity.

Defeated Sanity - Psalms Of The Moribund

Fri, 25 May 2007 13:28:56 EST

Long awaited second album of technical brutality with a heavier production this time round. Mastered by Robbe K of DISAVOWED.

Devilyn - Xi

Fri, 25 May 2007 13:49:47 EST

Devilyn, from Poland, offers some of the most highly skilled musicianship in extreme metal today. Combining and twisting time signatures with memorable catchy rythm sections, they will definitely make their mark in metal with XI.

Fermento - Insignia

Thu, 31 May 2007 14:13:44 EST

Spanish death metal outfit delivers again. Insignia is faster, more technical and a bit different from their early work but just as brutal

Immolation - Shadows In The Light

Thu, 31 May 2007 14:51:57 EST

Death metal is a genre where a lot of bands sound the same and originality can be hard to find. New York veterans Immolation have never had a problem being unique, and their seventh album is no exception.

Shadows In The Light is a devastating combination of originality and brutality. While not quite as experimental as their last release, the songs on this album have complicated and unusual arrangements. The guitar interplay, dissonant riffs and clever harmonies of Robert Vigna and Bill Taylor are outstanding, and even though the music is complex, they never lose sight of the groove.

This album has punishing blast beats galore, but also an ample supply of catchy hooks. Ross Dolan's vocals are death metal growls, angry yet understandable. Immolation is one of the more underrated bands in death metal, and Shadows In The Light is a worthy addition to their impressive catalog of work.

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Illogicist - Short Sleeve Tshirt

Mon, 04 Jun 2007 10:42:57 EST

An Illogicist short sleeve tshirt featuring artwork from The Insight Eye.

Illogicist - Long Sleeve Tshirt

Mon, 04 Jun 2007 10:51:06 EST

An Illogicist long sleeve tshirt featuring artwork from The Insight Eye

Digested Flesh / Inhuman Dissiliency - Accumulation Of Eviscerated Remnants / Split Cd

Fri, 08 Jun 2007 11:23:17 EST

Accumulation Of Eviscerated Remnants brings together two up and coming brutal death metal bands; Digested Flesh and Inhuman Dissiliency on 1 gore soaked split CD. This split features 8 blistering tracks of slamming guttural brutality! Accumulation will not disappoint fans of either band as each band
has taken their individual style to another level!!!

Black Crucifixion - Faustian Dream

Mon, 11 Jun 2007 13:27:34 EST

After releasing two mini albums "The Fallen One of Flames" (1992) and "Promethean Gift" (1993) Black Crucifixion had grown tired of black metal. These Finnish pioneers of dark metal started to create music with more variance and began the recordings for their debut full length album "Faustian Dream" in 1996. The album was never released, until now, after ten years it has been finalized.

Rigor Sardonicous - Principia Sardonica

Mon, 11 Jun 2007 13:32:00 EST

After a long five years since their last album, Rigor Sardonicous return with their 3rd and darkest opus of Apocalyptic Doom. Imagine Thergothon, early Skepticism, Disembowelment, Symphony of Grief, and Winter stripped to its barest elements. Only for the truest of DOOM enthusiasts.

Japanische Kampfhorspiele - Fruher War Auch Nicht Alles Gut

Thu, 14 Jun 2007 13:35:12 EST

Now Bastardized Recordings rereleases the best of the sold-out classics written between 1998 and 2002, not remixed, not remastered!!!
This is the early JAPANISCHE KAMPFHÖRSPIELE - finally available again on CD.
Four bonus tracks include demo versions or early recordings of their later Hits, together more than 30 songs on one CD including all the lyrics and sidenotes within the booklet.
Witness why bands name JaKa being their musical influence now!

Antigama / Drugs Of Faith - Split Ep

Thu, 14 Jun 2007 13:44:20 EST

Antigama from Warsaw, Poland and Drugs Of Faith from Virginia, USA team up for a split disc inspired by the Napalm Death / Coalesce split, In Tongues We Speak. Following in the footsteps of that bi-national split of grindcore and hardcore, Selfmadegod Records from Poland is poised to release the Antigama / Drugs Of Faith split 3"CD on an eager world audience.
The three songs representing Antigama's share of the CD are the last ones that the band is issuing before the awaited Relapse debut full-length, Resonance. The quartet turns in two original songs packed full of its trademark sound and a cover of a classic Goblin song.
As for Drugs Of Faith, this power trio delivers three new tracks that offer a taste of what the upcoming full-length on Selfmadegod may sound like. The band has new surprises up its sleeve, having churned out spanking new material for this team up with Antigama that takes its sound further down the road hinted at with the self-titled mini-album, both musically and lyrically.
Not content to have two bands from the same obvious genres or sharing the same influences go head to head on a split, as often happens, Antigama and Drugs Of Faith's individual sounds play against each other, resulting in a jolt for the listener as the tracks alternate between the two bands on Selfmadegod's latest release. The split 3"CD should be a must for fans of either or both groups. An old hand at steering grindcore in the studio, Szymon Czech (Nyia, Third Degree, Antigama), has mastered this double-barrel disc.

Dead Infection - Brain Corrosion

Tue, 19 Jun 2007 11:32:08 EST

Poland's gory grind gods, DEAD INFECTION are Back!! Re-union new album featuring 22 brand new songs!! Hyper Brast and Bulldozing beats with Destroy Riffs and natural inhuman voice!!

Gorguts - Live In Rotterdam

Wed, 20 Jun 2007 11:06:39 EST

989 - 2005

What can you say about GORGUTS that haven't already been said? This band is Kult through and through... Four albums, multiple Canadian and American tours with such giants as Cannibal Corpse, Deicide (amongst others) and one Europeean tour with Blasphemy. Catch the magic live in the raw! This is the last GORGUTS cd to be released officially… this is the last chapter in this great band's carreer.

With Their Flesh He'll Create
Condemened To Obscurity
Orphans Of Sickness
Bodily Corrupted -[mp3 sample]-
The Erosion Of Sanity -[mp3 sample]-
Inoculated Life
Hideous Infirmity
Dormant Misery

The Human Quena Orchestra - Means Without Ends

Wed, 20 Jun 2007 13:24:30 EST

Various permutations of this disc have been floating around for a while, each in various states of completeness, but every one we'd heard sounded even better than the last. But this is the one, the final, finished product. The long in the works Human Quena Orchestra, the work of Ryan Unks, formerly of techgrind combo Creation Is Crucifixion, but don't be expecting grind, or even technicality, this all the way on the other side of the spectrum. Abject, filthy, pummeling, slow motion noise drenched doom. A plodding sonic monster, guitars, not just distorted, but treated and twisted into harsh, skin scraping, caustic slabs of sinister sound, a low end so thick, it's like dunking your head in a cement mixer, insane sounding drums, each snare crack like the recording of a million breaking windows, each kick drum the sound of a slowed down car wreck. And beneath it all, thick swells of black ambience, drifting and slithering, pulsing and swelling. A lurching, stumbling blackened doom dirge behemoth.?
Think?Swans, Godflesh, Pitchshifter, that sort of machinelike apocalyptic industrial pound, mixed with some funereal ultra doom a la Moss, Bunkur, etc., but filtered through a druggy psychedelia, with a minimal shimmery drone bent, that ends up sounding like a way more?brutal, way more harsh, tripped out, psychedelic, industrial version of Jesu, that sort of blissed out sun baked vibe, but as if played by some misanthropic black metal horde,?harsh blackened vocals, shrieking hysterically and growling demonically over the relentless amp melting metallic trudge. Every track is rife with layer after layer of undulating low end. Like being tossed about on a stormy sea, but instead of water, it's an endless expanse of roiling black sound waves, rumbling drones, and thick snarled streaks of throbbing bass.?
The magic Of Unks' Human Quena Orchestra though is that this hellish harshness is balanced with a nearly equal amount of meditative ambience, long stretches of deep shimmer, and even some of the harshest tracks are tempered by the swirling low end drift lurking beneath. So brutally gorgeous. Definitely essential listening for fans of all the above mentioned outfits, as well as Monarch, Nadja, the Angelic Process, Fear Falls Burning, Skullflower, Abruptum, Monument Of Urns, Trollmann, Khanate, The Body and all our favorite purveyors of crumbling downtuned beauty and dreamy damaged doom.
Packaged in a gorgeous hand screened multiple panel fold over sleeve with super striking ADD style microscopic super detailed artwork.?

Wtn - Black Hearse

Fri, 22 Jun 2007 10:28:06 EST

22 tracks of sick Goregrind from Singapore , Digi-Pack release of Out of Print Demos , 7 eps and more !! Lots of Cover versions of CARCASS , REGURGITATE , REPULSION too !

Corpulate - Boundless Expansion

Fri, 22 Jun 2007 10:32:45 EST

Corpulate is the newest addition to the Comatose Music family of brutality. With influences that range from Cephalic Carnage to Origin to John Coltrane, Corpulate manage to create a very grindy, technical, and mathematic sound. Their debut full length was two years in the making with meticulous detail on writing and song structure. Corpulate exemplifies precision brutal death grind and will leave their mark in the genre.

Sickening Horror - When Landscapes Bled Backwards

Fri, 22 Jun 2007 16:31:22 EST

The first release from Willowtip/Neurotic...

The band was formed on January 2002 by George Antipatis (guitars, vocals), Ilias Daras (bass) and George Kollias (drums, Nightfall). After a very short time the band started completing its first songs which were floating around technical Death Metal forms in the likes of Cannibal Corpse, Morbid Angel, Death and Atheist. After a year-and-a-half of non-stop rehearsing and killer live shows, the band recorded the demo "Promo 2003" in the Fall of 2003 which received great reviews worldwide for its innovative and precise sound. At the time, the band had George Bokos (Rotting Christ/ex-Nightfall) on the second guitar, who left after a while due to increased obligations. In the summer of 2004 George Kollias joined the US death metal band Nile and recorded "Annihilation of the Wicked" album. By 2005 Sickening Horror had completed the song-writing of their first album. Meanwhile the band's influences had expanded in a wide spectrum which included experimental black metal bands like Ved Buens Ende, Dodheimsgard, Virus and jazz-fusion artists like Charlie Parker, Dave Weckl, Virgil Donati. All these elements filtered by their unique "Sickening Horror" point of view, in a Death Metal basis, plus many industrial samples and loops created what is now called "When Landscapes Bled Backwards". The band's debut album was recorded in Athens and mixed by mastermind Neil Kernon. As for the lyrics, they have to do with quite simple - often personal - subjects, regarded from a completely strange and surrealistic aspect. Eventually the band reached to an agreement with Neurotic Records to unleash "When Landscapes Bled Backwards" in Spring 2007 and everyone involved in this recording has very high expectations, as the album's sound is really fresh and has a vast variety of the deepest, strongest and darkest emotions..

Sickening Horror - Short Sleeve Tshirt

Fri, 22 Jun 2007 16:36:39 EST

A Sickening Horror short sleeve tshirt featuring artwork from When Landscapes Bled Backwards.

Sigh - Hangman's Hymn

Thu, 28 Jun 2007 20:12:01 EST

Japanese metal act SIGH have continued to push boundaries with each and every release. Often labeled as a black metal band, the music has been/and continues to be inspired by varied styles such as black metal, 80s thrash heavy metal, classical music, jazz, 60s/70s rock, Indian traditional music and so on. Their seventh album titled Hangman's Hymn is described by leader Mirai Kawashima as "thrash-metal-meets-German-symphonies! Fast, heavy, bombastic and majestic!'
" Hangman's Hymn is a work of tremendously talented individuals fusing and processing their creative vision, love of thrash and classical influences." - METAL REVIEWS
For Fans of: Cradle Of Filth, Mayhem, King Diamond, Slayer!

Tub Ring - The Great Filter

Thu, 28 Jun 2007 20:16:00 EST

'The Great Filter' showcases TUB RING's energetic and adventurous hyper-rock delivery. An addictive ride from top to bottom.

For fans of: Mr. Bungle, Faith No More, Dog Fashion Disco, Mindless Self Indulgence, Sleepytime Gorilla Museum.

"Sure, lots of underground bands attempt noisy stylistic collages at breakneck tempos. But few manage to inject
as much melody as Tub Ring." - Jim DeRogatis, Chicago Sun Times
"With a wealth of instrumentation that spans from conventional to the obscure, listeners are
in for quite an aural treat when this record is in the mix." - The PRP

Sleepytime Gorilla Museum - In Glorious Times

Thu, 28 Jun 2007 20:17:23 EST

Rock-against-Rock pioneers Sleepytime Gorilla Museum celebrate the extremes of sonic debilitation, with this muffled cry into the dark night of the soul.

For Fans of: Swans, Ligeti, Joyce, Zappa and Art Bears.

"Wonderful mess of eccentric tangles" - BRAVE WORDS & BLOODY KNUCKLES

"For fans of experimental and uncompromising rock, be sure to buy a ticket to this Museum" - ALL MUSIC GUIDE

"[Grand Opening and Closing!] is all over the place…. Definitely not for the faint of heart or anyone who likes cookie-cutter music" - ZERO MAGAZINE

Splitter - Avskräckande Exemplar

Thu, 28 Jun 2007 20:27:47 EST

"Avskräckande Exemplar" is the release that takes grindcore to the next level. Obscene Productions is proud to present this Swedish frustration and brutality captured in 21 bombarding whirlwinds. Expect speed, expect heaviness, expect groove and foremost, expect to be ripped to shreds! Splitter shows no mercy for the weak hearted!!! First 500 copies sticker included!!!

Disavowed - Stagnated Existence

Thu, 28 Jun 2007 20:51:32 EST

Inspired by bands like Suffocation, Pyrexia, Vader and Dying Fetus, Disavowed was formed in 2000 from the remnants of Nocturnal Silence. With the goal to write music that is brutal, yet well structured, technical and catchy, 3 songs were written and recorded soon after Disavowed formed. The demo CD entitled 'Point of Few' resulted in good responses from all over the deathmetal scene and finally led to a recording agreement with the American label Unique Leader Records. In 2001 the first full length CD entitled 'Perceptive Deception' was released, followed by a 5-week tour in the United States and Canada in 2002 and a 4-week European tour in 2003. After a long period of wrist injuries of the drummer, Robbe V, a temporary replacement was found in Dirk Janssen of German death metal band Despondency in mid 2005. After doing numerous regional shows Disavowed headed to Japan for their first time ever in April 2006. After that Disavowed, who found a new permanent drummer in Romain Goulon, performed on several festivals such as Brutal Assault (CZ) and Mountains Of Death (CH). Soon after the band started to record their sophomore album entitled "Stagnated Existence" which is scheduled for a late winter/early spring release through Neurotic Records. The new album will show the growth of Disavowed musically, without compromising brutality and aggressiveness.

Visceral Bleeding - Absorbing The Disarray

Thu, 28 Jun 2007 20:53:26 EST

Founded in the late nineties by Peter Persson on Guitar and Niklas Dewerud behind the Drums to perform what they thought was lacking in the Swedish death scene. A mixture of raw brutality and technical skill. With Calle Löfgren on Bass, Dennis Röndum on vocals and Marcus Nilsson joining in as a solo guitarist they had found the right mixture to play their extreme metal. The first demo "Internal decomposition" was recorded at studio Moonshine fall 2000 and received only good reviews. Chris at Retribute Records picked up on this and decided to sign the band and release a full-length album with Visceral Bleeding. The album was called Remnants of Deprivation and was recorded during three weeks of Nov-Dec 2001 in Pama Studio in Kristianopel and Salt Island studio in Karlskrona and was released in March 2002. Shortly after the CD was recorded Niklas unfortunately had to depart from the band. He didn't feel he had the time and commitment it took to continue as drummer and wanted to dedicate his time and full attention to job as bass player in Spawn of Possession.

Tobias "Rottenboy" Persson joined in as drummer shortly after Niklas departure. After trying out for a wile V.B. decided to take him in as a permanent member and there by making Visceral Bleeding a complete band once again.

Remnants of Deprivation received great response from all over the world and the reviews were overwhelming. Visceral Bleeding was at this time picked up by Record label Neurotic Records and immediately started to write, arrange and complete songs for what was going to be the album "Transcend into Ferocity". Recorded, mixed and mastered by Visceral Bleeding and Robert Ahrling in studio Flat-pig - Malmö/Sweden during 3 weeks of Dec-Jan. Released through Neurotic Records in May 2004.

Once again the reviews were overwhelming and Transcend into Ferocity made sure to establish Visceral Bleeding as one of the most extreme death metal bands out there. Following the release, Dennis Röndum decided he could not continue focusing on two bands without one of them being left behind. Realizing he could not give 100% to both, he decided to leave Visceral Bleeding to focus on his main obsession - extreme drumming in one of the most extreme bands ever to play Death metal: Spawn of Possession.

A replacement was found in Martin Pedersen who immediately joined in and gave the band a breath of fresh air with his 120% commitment, ambition and focus on the one goal: to further establish the name Visceral Bleeding in the scene of extreme death metal.

Touring all across Europe as support band to Re-united Obituary and as main support to Death metal legends Deicide made sure to spread the madness and create a devoted fan base. To further strengthen their position in the genre, the band also did a headlining tour throughout the UK during spring 2005.

During writing process of album number three Absorbing the Disarray, lead guitarist Marcus Nilsson decided to take a step back from the scene and in his place Martin "Germ" Bermheden was introduced to the band. The album was recorded in June 2006, once again using Studio FlatPig with Robert Ahrling as technician/producer.

Directly following the recording Calle got married and had a daughter, he therefore had to take a step back from the band for a undetermined amount of time, filling his shoes in the band and helping out with the recording of Absorbing the Disarray was Martin "Body" Eklöv.

Visceral Bleeding kicked of the new line-up and Album release with a five week European tour with Skinless / Cryptopsy directly followed by a four week European tour with Deicide.

Esoteric - Subconscious Dissolution Into The Continuum

Fri, 13 Jul 2007 13:58:23 EST

Slow - slow - slow funeral doom! Esoteric returns with a psychedelic slow-motion trip: four lengthy tracks (the longest clocking in at a little over 17 minutes). 50 minutes total!

Red Harvest - A Greater Darkness

Fri, 13 Jul 2007 14:01:01 EST

Norway's self-dubbed "Apocalyptic Industrial Paranoia Metal" masters return with their 8th full-length album. Defying all labels, 'A Greater Darkness' brings the band into yet more new realms.

Mayhem - Ordo Ad Chao

Fri, 13 Jul 2007 14:03:25 EST

Always an event, Mayhem releases their next full-length album, sure to be one of 2007's highlights. 'Ordo Ad Chao' sees vocalist Attila Csihar returning to the fold, adding to the strength of this excellent album. Difficult arrangements, muffled necro recording, bizarre vocals, and the usual amazing drumming from Hellhammer...this is as challenging an album as 'Grand Declaration Of War', if quite a bit more in tune with the band's darker, earlier works.

Carpathian Forest - Skjend Hans Lik

Fri, 13 Jul 2007 14:09:06 EST

A collection of past and new material: the anticipated '92 demo "Bloodlust &
Perversion" (remastered), 1 unreleased track, 1 alternative mix of ¡°Skjend
Hans Lik¡±, 1 live track and a bonus video clip.

Cephalic Carnage - Xenosapien

Fri, 13 Jul 2007 15:32:24 EST

The incomparable Cephalic Carnage have returned to claim their place as the leaders of metal's new era of extremity with their ferocious new record Xenosapien. Cephalic Carnage synthesize everything great about metal, from spastic virtuosity to warp-speed grinding to the heaviest rock riffs ever unleashed. Xenosapien's mind-bending, technical insanity/mastery collides head on with the band's brutal metal roots to form their most immediate, hard-hitting, and finest album to date. Xenosapien is unquestionably one of the best heavy records of 2007, and proves once and for all that these unconventional visionaries are set to lead metal well into the 21st century.

Nexus 6 - A Strange Habitat

Thu, 19 Jul 2007 11:50:07 EST

"A Strange Habitat" is out now, and it's his 27th released work up to now (including the releases of his "official bands", session works, collaborations etc). It's a real, blasting Extreme Metal Album, rooted in classical progressive black metal with shots of death metal and industrial music. What is undeniable is that "A Strange Habitat" has already become in his main work to date. At least for him!

Avulsed - Reanimations

Thu, 19 Jul 2007 11:52:07 EST

It mixes the three best things a "best of" can have: new songs, covers, and other bands covering them. And it leaves out the worst part of the "best of": the actual "best of." While it might not sound so interesting, in practice, Reanimations really is. It is in fact one of the best compilations a band has ever put out. - Maelstorm

Inveracity - Extermination Of Millions

Thu, 19 Jul 2007 12:00:53 EST

During one of my searches on myspace to find some new death metal to listen to, i came across these guys, and I am glad I did. Greece has had a rapidly growing extreme metal scene for the past several years now and this is certainly one of the finest examples.

This band certainly knows how to add a bit of flavor to their music and take a step away from typical, boring brutal death metal. While still not the most original stuff, that doesn't matter, because this cd is about as solid as most death metal can get these days. Heavy, pummeling, and straight up brutality that really kicks you in the face and doesn't stop.

Though I do feel a bit of variety with the vocals would have worked better, they, surprisingly enough, compliment the music instead of ruining it for me as is with most bands of this style that are coming out.

To top it off, the production is top notch and not over done at all. Seeing as how it is on Unique Leader, you would know what to expect.

Anyways, if you are a fan of death metal, this is one release for 2007 to check out. -- STEREOKILLER

Despised Icon - The Ills Of Modern Man (Deluxe Edition)

Thu, 19 Jul 2007 16:12:25 EST

Just in time for the Summer Slaughter tour, Despised Icon come with a CD/DVD re-release of The Ills Of Modern Man. The DVD features 7 live songs, interviews, behind the scenes and more! Still heavy and still crushing. (2008) Track Listing: CD: In The Arms of Perdition/ Furtive Monologue/ Quarantine/ The Ills of Modern Man/ A Fractured Hand/ Sheltered Reminiscence/ Nameless/ Tears of the Blameless/ Oval Shaped Incisions/ Fainted Blue Ornaments // DVD: A Fractured Hand/ Bulletproof Scales/ Harvesting The Deceased/ Immaculate/ Retina/ The Sunset Will Never Charm Us/ In The Arms of Perdition

G.O.R.E. - Never Sober Level

Fri, 27 Jul 2007 12:45:38 EST

Grind 'n roll with vomit gurgling vocals. For fans of Dead Infection, Engorged, and more!

Illogicist - Subjected

Tue, 31 Jul 2007 15:18:20 EST

Fans of 80's thrash/speed/black/death metal will revel in the sounds the permeate through the upcoming release Subjected from Italian metal band Illogicist. Featuring plenty of intricate guitar work and dual harmonies that even might pull in the prog-metal crowd, Illogicist lay down powerful songs like "Knowledge Curse" and "Dissonant Perspective" that are chock full of heavy riffs and catchy melodies. Blazing double bass drums meet complex riff-o-rama on the angular title track, a tune that also is highlighted by Luca Minieri's screeching rasps, which may not be for every listener, but seem to fit the music here. The band even throws in a short but tricky instrumental titled "Introspection" that shows just how good these players really are.

--Sea Of Tranquility

Yakuza - Transmutations

Tue, 07 Aug 2007 14:39:37 EST

With an album that continues the YAKUZA sound while - somehow - also expanding upon the band's already established enigmatic concepts and forward-thinking approach to metal, Transmutations continues to push the envelope, carving a niche in the metal genre, while still continuing the band's originality that has garnered so much attention in the underground - metal, mainstream or otherwise.

The Minor Times - Summer Of Wolves

Tue, 07 Aug 2007 14:42:33 EST

Spanning 41 minutes across 11 tracks, Summer of Wolves is a more than worthy follow-up to Making Enemies , sure to keep fans already on the band's side happy, while still catching newcomers' ears…and eyes. With detailed artwork and layout from artist Mark Price, mastering from Alan Douches (Shadows Fall, Mastodon, Converge) and a crystal clear recording from returning producer Vince Ratti (A Life Once Lost, Bury Your Dead), Summer of Wolves is a complete package, necessitating a hard copy in the digital age.

Ulcerate - Short Sleeve Tshirt

Thu, 09 Aug 2007 14:19:44 EST

An ULCERATE short sleeve tshirt.

Spawn Of Possession - Short Sleeve Tshirt

Thu, 09 Aug 2007 14:25:17 EST

A SPAWN OF POSSESSION short sleeve tshirt.

Ulcerate - Of Fracture And Failure

Thu, 09 Aug 2007 14:55:22 EST

Ulcerate's debut full-length 'Of Fracture and Failure' is available now for the first time in North America through the Willowtip/Neurotic records partnership. The album comprises 9 tracks of crushing dark death metal, with more than a few surprises in store. The culmination of 2 years of writing, 'Of Fracture...' brings new meaning to the phrase 'linear song-writing', mixing pure rhythmic and dissonant extremity with an unnerving sense of melody and atmosphere...

Spawn Of Possession - Noctambulant

Thu, 09 Aug 2007 14:56:30 EST

Widely considered and worshipped as one of the greatest technical death metal bands in the world Spawn of Possession's brialliant 2nd album Noctambulant has been unavailable in the US until now. Noctambulant is considered a masterpiece in tech death by bands and fans alike. With a previous full length on Unique Leader records this is the newest and greatest Spawn of Possession album to date and its finally available in North America.

Psycroptic - Symbols Of Failure Reissue

Fri, 17 Aug 2007 17:44:45 EST

Without an alignment to a particular style, scene or sound, Psycroptic incorporate many elements of music to capture a sound that is uniquely their own. With three albums of unique and technical metal released and extensive international touring with some of the biggest bands in extreme metal, the Tasmanian quartet are beginning to make their mark on the worldwide metal community. With a previous full length on Unique Leader, Symbols of Failure is Psycroptic's newest release and available in North America for the first time. This North American version contains bonus audio and video tracks.

Sexcrement - Genitales From The Porno Potty

Mon, 20 Aug 2007 16:46:07 EST

The first ever release from DeathMetal.us and it's a doozie. Ripping grindcore with a perverted twist. Tasty.

Souvenir's Young America - An Ocean Without Water

Wed, 22 Aug 2007 13:20:03 EST

Lush, shimmering guitar ambience and hypnotic, propulsive instrumental heaviness wind through the dusty highways and burnt twilight skies of "An Ocean Without Water," the sophomore album from Richmond's Souvenir's Young America. Divided into six flowing movements, "An Ocean Without Water" is filled with intensely beautiful melodies that drift on lonesome harmonica strains and sparkling, celestial electronics, shot through with mystic, western slide guitar, passages of crushing angular riffage, rolling tribal drumming, and transcendent blues. Through their intricate song arrangements and moody textures, Souvenir's Young America has created an epic, emotional narrative. The sound draws from the collected DNA of forebears like Popul Vuh, Earth, Labradford, and Neurosis, yet they form a powerfully evocative instrumental language all of their own. Features collaborations with Aughra (Magic Bullet Records) and Nick Forte (Sublight Records, ex Rorschach / Beautiful Skin).
The band has developed their sound even further with this new album, and we couldn't be more stoked over the epic, moody sounds that onfold over "An Ocean Without Water's" 40 minute running time.

The Body Beneath - Compelled To Suffer

Fri, 24 Aug 2007 15:17:21 EST

A Bunch of guys that like Power Metal, but play death metal, that also have played black metal, and also were in hardcore bands, but were also in grind bands but who most listens to U.S 1980's Bay Area Thrash Bands, but occasionally busts out The Fusion Jazz, and Motley While Drinking, Definitely Motley! For Fans of: The Red Chord, Despised Icon and Beneath The Massacre

Dismember - Hate Campaign

Thu, 30 Aug 2007 14:24:42 EST

One of the heaviest and rawest of classic death metal bands, DISMEMBER are still at it. Although there is a distinct melodic undertone to their sound today that was totally absent in the early days, they still manage to be stalwarts of the classic death metal sound. They are violent, blazing fast, raw and even (dare I drop a cliche?) brutal. Yep, brutal. Once upon a time that would have been a given in death metal but given the state of the scene today it is actually a noteworthy achievement. To be honest, I have to admit that in the early 90s I was not really sold on the simplistic, bass driven sound of DISMEMBER and found most of their releases to be good but not stellar. Well either my tastes have changed or the slight shift in the DISMEMBER sound has made all the difference because "Hate Campaign" blows my mind. Music like this is why I got into death metal in the first place and when it is done this well it is timeless with as much appeal today as ten years ago. --- In Music We Trust

Baroness - Red Album

Thu, 30 Aug 2007 14:46:46 EST

Savannah, Georgia's Baroness blow the lid off their cauldron of hall of fame riffs on their first record for Relapse and debut full-length titled Red Album. With a sound built upon a resolute sense of purpose and shaped by hundreds of explosive live shows, Baroness position themselves at the forefront of heavy music with an epic album that is at once powerful, expressive, confident, and commanding. Red Album sees the band expand its sonic vision; colossal riffs and haunting vocals roll like thunder across epic songs spanning both the intense and the sublime. As the Red Album proves, Baroness' formidable reputation proceeds them for a reason.

Corpus Mortale - A New Species Of Deviant

Fri, 31 Aug 2007 15:58:22 EST

Corpus Mortale was founded in early 1993 by Nicholas Maschøln(drums) and Søren Jensen(guitar). After some line-up changes Martin Rosendahl(vocals & bass) joined in Spring 1994. At the time the band was kind of a hobby band, nevertheless, a demo-tape was recorded in May 1995. The tape received positive reactions in the underground press, and the band went on with more serious intentions! After playing a couple of shows, the band recruited a fourth member. Morten Jensen joined the band early in 1996. Only three months later the band went to the studio, to record their second demo, the mcd "Integration". This time the band got even better recognition, and the full pressing of 800 copies was sold out in 7 months.

The following years (1997-1999) was spent playing shows both in Denmark and Germany, and composing new material. Søren and Morten grew tired of Corpus Mortale, and after the crashed album attempt "Spiritism", they decided to leave! While searching for replacements, Martin and Nicholas continued to write new songs, and when Brian Eriksen (guitar & vocals) and Jens Lee (guitar) joined in September, it didn´t take long before the band was ready for the recording of their final official demo. The mcd "Succumb To The Superior" was recorded and released, and once again the critics were overwhelming! Loads of good reviews, interviews and a couple of (unfortunately bad!?!) contract offers.

In the summer of 2001 Jens Lee left the band due to lack of time and dedication. Just a few months later Roar Christoffersen (guitar) joins in and in December the label-only "Sombre And Vile"mcd, was conceived! Once more, only bad contract offers occurred!

In the summer of 2003 Brian was no longer into playing metal no more, he left a few months later. The year of 2003 was spent shopping the album "With Lewd Demeanor"! A couple of quite interesting offers slipped right through, but in the end… in October 2003 the bands signed a contract with Dutch label Neurotic Records ! The album was released on 23rd of November, just 10 days after the band had returned from a 12 date European tour.

Winds - Prominence And Demise

Wed, 05 Sep 2007 14:19:23 EST

Winds returns! 'Prominence and Demise' is their third album of sublime symphonic metal art. Features veterans of the Norwegian metal elite (Mayhem, Dimmu Borgir, Arcturus, Age Of Silence), plus guest appearances by Dan Swano and members of Madder Mortem and Solefald.

Kosmos - Kosmos

Wed, 05 Sep 2007 14:20:39 EST

Kosmos offers journeys through cosmic prog psychedelia, a spaceship built for fans of Hawkwind, Amon Duul II, Zombi and Monster Magnet. Features drums by Voivod's Michael Langevin (aka Away)

Impaled - The Last Gasp

Fri, 07 Sep 2007 14:40:40 EST

Internationally infamous and a name in the metal underground for over 10 years, Impaled returns with their fourth full-length recording. Bound to please their loyal following and completely disgust the unwary, "The Last Gasp" is an album wrapped in wit and guts with scalpel-sharp riffs sure to slice and dice.

Whiplash - Messages In Blood

Fri, 07 Sep 2007 15:28:49 EST

70 min of both demos, live gigs, including unreleased tracks. All from 1984 and 1985

Grimm - Heksenkringen

Fri, 07 Sep 2007 15:34:09 EST

Grimm has succeeded in creating a sound of its own, with a well succeeded combination of old Dutch folklore, heavy and pagan metal. The production is very fitting; all instruments can be heard back, are well balanced but nevertheless the songs maintain their raw, authentic feeling.

-- Vampire Magazine --

Corpus Mortale - Short Sleeve Tshirt

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 14:13:15 EST

Corpus Mortale short sleeve tshirt.

Impaled - Short Sleeve Tshirt

Fri, 21 Sep 2007 16:17:44 EST

Impaled short sleeve tshirt.

Mucopus - Undimensional

Tue, 25 Sep 2007 15:33:44 EST

Extreme Brutal Slammy Death metal from NY/USA with members and exmembers of Skinless, Wasteform, Intrenal Bleeding .. One of Most BRUTAL band from NEW YORK.... Be ready for brutal slammy technical madness sensation !!!

Himsa - Summon In Thunder

Wed, 03 Oct 2007 15:35:14 EST

Himsa have triumphantly returned with a monstrous new album, 'Summon In Thunder,' which is a dynamic, thrashing metal assault that will quickly force the entire genre to take notice. Features an enhanced CD with a 15-min 'making of', behind the scenes footage and the absolutely amazing 'Unleash Carnage' video that is exclusive to the CD!

The Ordher - Weaponize

Fri, 12 Oct 2007 16:22:22 EST

The Ordher features members of Brazilian heavyweights NEPHASTH and REBAELLIUN . Bone crushing, gut wrenching death metal with memorable guitar riffs and a precise drum attack.

Fuck...I'm Dead - Gore Grind Thrash Attack Live

Mon, 15 Oct 2007 14:02:09 EST

FUCK…I'M DEAD burst through your screen in a hail of blasts, battery and abuse to cave in your cranial cavity on their first DVD assault!! 'Gore Grind Thrash Attack Live' captures their tight as fuck but still wildly out of hand 26 song live onslaught as they corrupted a packed house of freaks, fools and fuckwits at Melbourne's long running home of grindcore, The Arthouse. The sound is totally fucking killer and the carnage and insanity is all captured on 4 cameras and edited together into a mind-blowing visual package that puts other extreme metal DVDs to shame!! Plus the entire set is included as a bonus audio CD in case your TV explodes from grind velocity overload!!! Included in the set are 3 brand new unreleased songs to rouse your appetite for their next CD to be unleashed in 2007 through No Escape. Featuring additional DVD footage from their first jaw dropping appearance at Australia's premier metal festival, 'Metal For the Brain' in 2003, a rampaging gig in Perth and a chaotic show on a boat full of (sea)sick cunts moshing the high seas on Sydney harbour!
'Gore Grind Thrash Attack Live' is a blistering testament to the annihilating power of one of the biggest names in grindcore, FUCK… I'M DEAD!!!

+ Bonus footage from Metal For The Brain 2003, A Sydney Harbour boat cruise, and Fuck...I'm Dead's Perth tour.

* PAL Region DVD

Captain Cleanoff - Discography 1998-2001

Mon, 15 Oct 2007 14:05:43 EST

After being out of print and unavailable for way too long, the 2002 MCD from one of Australia 's most ruthless bands is finally unleashed again! But this time there's the added bonus of the songs from the incredible split 7"s with Drunkard and Open Wound plus a bunch of furious live songs to give you a thorough face shredding only the likes of these grindcore titans can serve up!! Though their recorded output has been criminally minimal so far and the live shows have been limited, Captain Cleanoff have gained a reputation for being one of the most, if not THE most ferocious band to ever set foot on an Aussie stage due to a coronary-inducingly intense live show and a ridiculously brutal repertoire of top shelf grindcore tunes the likes of which have rarely been heard since the heyday of Earache's grindcore beginnings! The primal grinding harshness of Napalm Death, the devastating catchy metal riffs of Brutal Truth's 'Extreme Conditions…' and the violent skanking crossover madness of The Accused, but this is no tacky retro-revivalist band, this is straight up, uncontrived, pure honest grindcore from one of the world's best!!

Exit Wounds - 17 Wounds Of Exit

Mon, 15 Oct 2007 14:07:18 EST

Out now on No Escape is "17 Wounds Of Exit", the debut release from the ravaging new Polish blast unit, EXIT WOUNDS! No frills, no subtlety, no fucking around… just straight up hyper aggressive PURE GRINDCORE!!! This is the stuff that's been lacking for so long, raw and chaotic old school grind that doesn't veer into noisecore territory, yet is still completely unhinged, enraged and deranged! 17 explosions of total grinding savagery mixing the drilling riff attack of Looking For An Answer, the shattering blast battery of Retaliation, the frantic lunacy of Cripple Bastards and the earliest razorgrind output of Leng Tch'e with the primitive rawness of old Regurgitate and the crustified hardcore of Dropdead and Disrupt!! Exit Wounds infiltrate and evacuate in just ten minutes on this frenzied assault mission amidst a hail of blastbeats and shrieks of terror and panic to unload this clusterbomb of lethal grind set for immediate detonation and maximum casualties, so take cover because the guerilla grind assault is upon us!!!

The Day Everything Became Nothing - Invention : Destruction

Mon, 15 Oct 2007 14:09:15 EST

Marching forth from the smouldering rubble left by their decimating national tour of Australia, The Day Everything Became Nothing subject us to their third opus of (sub)sonic aural deconstructivism. "Invention: Destruction" sees the band resume their melding of the visceral and the mechanical with a massive grinding offensive that is at once rigid and swinging, angular yet fluid. Chugging and winding grooves ooze with booming heaviness over ultra-precise timing and rhythm shifting drumming which stops, starts and doubles back again with pinpoint accuracy and neck snapping rapidity. Taking a militaristically clinical approach to a genre usually defined by looseness and grime, The Day Everything Became Nothing simultaneously destroy and reinvent the gore/groove grind conventions to create a simplistically complex model for widespread devastation. Aided in their mission by guest vocalists from Fuck…I'm Dead, Mors Principium Est and Damaged, The Day Everything Became Nothing's purging wave of demolition cannot be stopped!

Architect - All Is Not Lost

Fri, 19 Oct 2007 09:35:54 EST

It has been a couple years since Found Dead Hanging disbanded and slightly less than that since the trudging, gloom-core stylings of Word as a Virus were put to rest with the passing of vocalist Shaun Luu, when he lost his tragic battle with brain cancer. It has been a long hard road for both of these Syracuse, NY bands, but arising from the ashes of both bands is Architect. The main point of the Architect has been to keep it burly and heavy. Picking up where both groups left off, Architect have harvested the strongest components of each band and honed their style into a new bulldozer, posed to rival any heavy band that stands in their way. The band is more focused and has left behind some of the confusing quirkiness of Found Dead Hanging and they have upped the momentum from the slow pace of Word as a Virus. The result of the hardships, maturing and growth of both bands is this paramount, battering ram debut, All is Not Lost.

Engineer - The Dregs

Fri, 19 Oct 2007 09:36:52 EST

An intelligent and extremely loud blend of sludgy-hardcore and noisy, experimental, math rock that calls influences from the likes of Neurosis, Knut, Breach and the Amphetamine-Reptile back catalogue (Helmet, Unsane, The Melvins) from Syracuse, NY.

Behold...The Arctopus - Nano-Nucleonic Cyborg Summoning

Fri, 19 Oct 2007 09:39:44 EST

This instrumental trio of guitar, drums, and touch guitar combine the furious virtuosity of tech metal, the improvised soloing of jazz, and certain writing techniques of contemporary classical music to give their insanity a compositional cohesion rarely heard in rock music. Despite their technical nature, their sound is accessible to musicians and non-musicians alike.

Animosity - Animal

Fri, 19 Oct 2007 09:41:01 EST

Musically, Animal shows an enormous progression from Animosity's prior releases. The band's sound has become more distinct and refined. While stylistically the group has not changed drastically from their combination of thrash, hardcore and death metal, the growth in the actual quality of the musicianship is unbelievable.

Behold...The Arctopus - Skullgrid

Fri, 19 Oct 2007 09:58:04 EST

The brand new 2007 full length from Behold...The Arctopus. Over-the-top tech wizardry combining the best elements of jazz, prog, and metal.

The Tony Danza Tap Dance Extravaganza - Danza Ii - Electric Boogaloo

Fri, 19 Oct 2007 10:02:06 EST

With a silly band name and even sillier song titles, Tennessee's The Tony Danza Tap Dance Extravaganza return with their second full-length of off-time, off-beat technical metal. They employ quirky riffs, frantic drumming, slapping bass and howling vocals to create a beastly sound.

The Dillinger Escape Plan - Ire Works

Fri, 26 Oct 2007 17:01:52 EST

Incomparable musical visionaries The DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN have returned! The legendary band instantly reclaims their place at the forefront of the modern music world with their brand-new full-length Ire Works. From the instantly memorable Fix Your Face & Horse Hunter (signature examples of the band's innovative, high-energy rock), through the scintillating pop immediacy of Black Bubble Gum, the DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN simultaneously amaze and remind why their musical exploits are the stuff of legend. For Fans Of: SYSTEM OF A DOWN, DEFTONES, NINE INCH NAILS, REFUSED, and progressive, futuristic music

Atrocious Abnormality - Echoes Of The Rotting

Tue, 06 Nov 2007 14:40:10 EST

Carolina brutality returns with the emergence of Atrocious Abnormality! Well over a year went into the creation of this release. Punishing, pit driven, brutal death metal executed with technical precision. A relentless guttural assault awaits... the birth of violence is here!

Execration - Infernal Annihilation

Tue, 06 Nov 2007 14:41:20 EST

Execration "Infernal Annihilation" MCD is available now! Blapshemous brutal death metal from Colorado Springs, CO.

Defeated Sanity - Prelude To The Tragedy

Fri, 09 Nov 2007 10:39:54 EST

The debut from this German band. Fast, brutal, relentless technical death metal, blending elements of early Gorguts, Disincarnate, and Suffocation.

Electric Wizard - Witchcult Today

Fri, 09 Nov 2007 10:54:04 EST

The brand new album from the kings of psychedelic doom.

Sear Bliss - The Arcane Odyssey

Fri, 09 Nov 2007 10:58:15 EST

Now this is what I'm talking about! Long running Hungarian band Sear Bliss deliver some wonderful atmospheric & progressive black metal on their latest The Arcane Odyssey, an album chock full of power, aggression, and bombast of grandiose proportions. This sixth release from the band (and first for Candlelight Records) is epic in every sense of the word, helped in great part by the inclusion of a full brass section, which adds an orchestral, proggy touch to these eight songs. Check out the churning, massive sounds on "A Deathly Illusion" fueled by effective vocal growls, crushing guitar riffs, and those ever present horns, adding an almost Celtic Frost meets Nile quality. "Blood on the Milky Way" is raging Hungarian black metal, while "Lost and Not Found" features deathly growls over slow, doom laden riffs. Nothing here is over-the -top speed like many of the Norwegian or Swedish black metal bands, the fastest pieces being the symphonic blast of "Thorns of Deception" and the frantic "Somewhere". The band substitutes speed for atmosphere & sophisticated arrangements, but make no mistake about it, this is first and foremost a metal CD, but one that is classy and quite progressive. The addition of majestic horns adds an element here that is quite unique, giving The Arcane Odyssey a dramatic quality that is sure to strike a chord with both metal and prog fans alike.

--Sea Of Tranquility

In Battle - Kingdom Of Fear

Fri, 09 Nov 2007 11:00:23 EST

Their fourth album is a convincing, commanding mesh of black, death and Viking metal atmospheres.

White Chapel - The Somatic Defilement

Fri, 09 Nov 2007 11:07:31 EST

A lot of death metal bands take inspiration from dark and grisly subject matter, and Knoxville, Tennessee's Whitechapel are no different. Their name comes from the area in London where the notorious Jack The Ripper stalked and killed his victims.

The Somatic Defilement is the band's debut, and I had to crack open the dictionary to figure out what "somatic" meant. In case you're interested, it means "of or related to the body." In simpler words, the title means the polluting of the body. Now that we've gotten the English lesson out of the way, let's get to the music. Whitechapel's style is death metal blended with sludge and grind. It has the technicality of death, the thickness of sludge and the speed and brutality of grind.

It's tough to avoid monotony on death metal style albums, but Whitechapel does a good job varying the tempos. They go from lightning fast to glacially crushing and slow. They also throw in some guitar flourishes, synths and other small but effective parts that add a different twist. The band has three guitarists, which creates a wall of sound and allows for more creativity.

Phil Bozeman is Whitechapel's vocalist, and he is able to go from hellish low pitched cookie monster growls to high pitched shrieks, showing a lot of versatility. This is a very respectable debut, and if they keep developing, Whitechapel could become a force to be reckoned with in extreme metal.

--About.com

Dismember - Death Metal (Reissue)

Fri, 09 Nov 2007 11:10:11 EST

Reissue of Dismember's fourth album, on Candlelight U.S. A return to their early rawness, this reissue comes complete with bonus material.

Yob - Catharsis

Fri, 09 Nov 2007 11:23:29 EST

Welcome to the world of YOB, a world of low frequencies. YOB will guarantee you an experience taken from their universe, a parallel cosmos where time is a controllable dimension. The new album of the three-piece from Oregon does not deviate significantly from the musical direction that was traced by their 2002 debut "Elaborations of Carbon", an album that caught us by surprise and earned our respect and admiration. So, those familiar with the band know what to expect; ultra doom with lots of psychedelic elements and experimentations. If you liked "Elaborations of Carbon" you will worship "Catharsis". For those unfamiliar with the band let's say that YOB move somewhere near "Supercoven" period ELECTRIC WIZARD and "Jerusalem" period SLEEP. Shit, this is a very poor and shallow description, as their music is very unique and original and therefore, it cannot really be successfully described employing other bands as examples. "Catharsis" is rather a journey than an album. A journey that starts from the moment you close your eyes and press "play" and stops 3 songs and 49 minutes later. Destination: Unknown! You may know the duration of your trip, but the "places" you will visit change with each spin of the album. And you won't even need "help" from any substances; their music is a hallucinogenic on its own. When filtered through your imagination YOB's psychedelic mesmerising ultra doom produces the visions, the bass and drums set the pace of the journey, and the guitar serves as the narrator and guide. At the same time, the vocals vary from whispers to piercing cries or brutal growls, depending on the emotions/characters that the band wants to infuse/introduce. In "Aeons" YOB's music will make you travel through the centuries and witness Atlantis devoured by giant waves, while its population in agony and fear realises its doom. In "Ether" the unearthly music sets you in a lost spaceship experiencing a meteorite storm, where the riffs and rhythm take the place of the commanding cosmonaut and decide the course and manoeuvring of the spaceship. And finally, in the a-m-a-z-i-n-g 22 minute title track you'll enter the mind of a dying old wizard who recalls his life his life and in his last moments seeks forgiveness for his deeds. The escalating intensity of the music reflect the thoughts, while the mournful atmosphere and despair-inducing riffs reflect the feelings of the half-crazed by the centuries of isolation in his tower wizard. End of journey! Confused? Well, play the CD again and you'll visit different places. And that's the beauty of this album. "Catharsis" is the product of the sinister intercourse between Doom and Psychedelia. Astonishing! (Note: the mark below applies only to open-minded friends of HEAVY music and doomsters. The rest make sure you listen to it before you buy it).

--Metal Invader

Mithras - World Beyond The Veil

Fri, 09 Nov 2007 11:28:24 EST

This highly-impressive effort by the UK's elite extreme metal outfit Mithras could change your perception of extreme music. Mixing thunderous blasts with epic, dreamy and psychedelic soundscapes, this album doesn't just push the boundaries, it smashes them to pieces.

Rapture - Silent Stage

Fri, 09 Nov 2007 14:32:38 EST

The return of one of Finland's finest purveyors of dark metal. A deep journey that will please fans of Katatonia, Lilitu, Anathema and Opeth.

Immolation - Hope And Horror

Mon, 19 Nov 2007 13:49:25 EST

IMMOLATION's first ever EP/DVD release. The DVD includes a full live set that was recorded at BB Kings night club in New York. The EP includes 2 exclusive tracks to this release, plus IMMOLATION's first ever instrumental song. A must have for fans. this is the US version that comes in a jewel case

Deranged - Obscenities In B-Flat

Mon, 19 Nov 2007 13:52:18 EST

Deranged is the sound of you being torn a new asshole, literally. Utterly obliterating devastation in musickal form. This Swedish death metal band have long been honing their craft, and this 2006 o-pus offers walls and walls of bludgeoning riffage that will raise the dead and make mincemeat of the living...

Scarve - The Undercurrent

Mon, 19 Nov 2007 14:09:52 EST

Fourth full-length from one of the leaders in the current French metal renaissance. Complex yet streamlined, brutal yet memorable, 'The Undercurrent' is Scarve at their absolute best. Features vocals from ex-Darkane/ex-Andromeda member Lawrence Mackrory.

Incantation - Primordial Domination

Tue, 20 Nov 2007 11:17:07 EST

This U.S. death metal institution continues to define and redefine barbaric, ultra-aggressive, doom-laden death!!! Comes with a bonus DVD featuring a live set.

Mors Principium Est - Liberation = Termination

Tue, 20 Nov 2007 11:18:19 EST

Third album from these Finnish modern-metal killers. Incredible riffing precision, stabs of severe melody, rhythms like a rolling tank, and even some electronic elements...'Liberation = Termination' is this Finnish band's magnum opus and one that the competition will have trouble beating.

Sybreed - Antares

Tue, 20 Nov 2007 11:19:16 EST

Second album from this killer Swiss act, who forge futuristic modern metal that fuses Meshuggah-like technicality with catchy choruses along the lines of Fear Factory's best stuff.

Kruger - Redemption Through Looseness

Tue, 20 Nov 2007 11:22:00 EST

Third album from blitzing aggro-rocking metal monster Kruger. Their influences have been named as Breach, Entombed, Tool and Neurosis, and this is a great indication of the abrasive hypnosis this Swiss band offers.

Lyzanxia - Unsu

Tue, 20 Nov 2007 11:23:57 EST

Cold, complex, industrial-tinged melodic death with incredible energy and progressive fluorishes. Features backing gang vocals from members of I Killed The Prom Queen on "Path Blade".

Lymphatic Phlegm - Show-Off Cadavers - The Anatomy Of Self Display

Fri, 30 Nov 2007 17:19:39 EST

The wait is over for every forensick goregrind freak. The doors of the most obscure and cold morgue are open again to show that Lymphatic Phlegm's decomposing promise to bring you the terrible beauty of anatomy is here. For sure this long-awaited second full-length cd is the apice on their autopsying carrer. Surgical concepted and well produced had also a compulsive mastering by Scott Hull (Agoraphobic Nosebleed, Pig Destroyer, Suffocation, etc.).
Everything is still intact waiting for your "hands on" and you will live again that dream anatomy experience. Crawl into this anatomical cave, and be forever changed.

Origin - Informis, Infinitas, Inhumanitas

Fri, 07 Dec 2007 12:01:26 EST

Merciless, enormous and all encompassing, Origin deliver a sonic barrage of inhuman proportions with the mind-eroding Informis, Infinitas, Inhumanitas. Faster, darker and more complex than anything the death genre has issued to date, it showcases the band's otherworldly musicianship while delivering heinous amounts of their unique aggro-tech extremity. Akin to awakening into a previously unknown state of consciousness, this album is an audio head-trip where the rules of time and space no longer apply!

Origin - Origin

Fri, 07 Dec 2007 12:02:56 EST

Origin explode forth with the intensity of a second Big Bang phenomenon, launching cranium-collapsing projectiles of extremely fierce death/grind, merging technicality with utter brutality.

Aghora - Formless

Fri, 07 Dec 2007 14:33:18 EST

Long-awaited second album from this progressive/technical metal band. New vocalist Diana Serra has already drawn rave reviews from fans, and Sean Reinert is always bad-ass, of course. Led by Santiago Dobles, a guitar talent unlike any other.

Moonspell - The Great Silver Eye

Mon, 17 Dec 2007 16:02:23 EST

16 song, 78 minute "best of" release from this Portugese gothic/dark metal band. A solid overview of the band's career from 1995's 'Wolfheart' up through 2006's 'Memorial'.

Sonata Arctica - Winterheart's Guild

Tue, 18 Dec 2007 10:24:14 EST

Having gained a sterling reputation as one of the hottest bands in the symphonic power metal realm, Sonata Arctica offers Winterheart's Guild, an album that not only fulfills their potential, but will surely have them talked about in the same breath as their previous efforts

Sonata Arctica - Ecliptica

Tue, 18 Dec 2007 10:26:28 EST

Another fine Sonata Arctica album.

01. Blank File 02. My Land 03. 8th Commandment 04. Replica 05. Kingdom For a Heart 06. FullMoon 07. Letter to Dana 08. UnOpened 09. Picturing the Past 10. Destruction Preventer

Sadus - Swallowed In Black (Reissue)

Fri, 28 Dec 2007 13:54:44 EST

The second Sadus album, a seething, hateful death/thrash/speed classic. This reissue offers bonus tracks in the form of 1989's 'The Wake Of Severity' demo and a video clip for "Good Rid'nz".

Sadus - Illusions (Reissue)

Fri, 28 Dec 2007 13:56:22 EST

Finally, the original version of Sadus's 1988 debut is released on CD. 'Illusions' was reissued as 'Chemical Exposure' several years later, but this Displeased reissue presents the original self-released Sadus debut in its original form. Of course, there are bonus tracks, which include 1986's 'Death To Posers' demo, 1987's 'Certain Death' demo, and a video clip for "Certain Death".

Sadus - Vision Of Misery (Reissue)

Fri, 28 Dec 2007 13:57:31 EST

Easing off of the gas-pedal a bit, Sadus's third album is built around more mid-paced rhythms, increased bass presence, and more complex songwriting. An excellent album that was originally released in 1992, now available with a bonus DVD documenting a September 1992 show, plus additional footage from 1990

Decrepit Birth - Diminishing Between Worlds

Mon, 07 Jan 2008 14:03:31 EST

The brand new 2008 offering from Decrepit Birth. More melodic than ...And Time Begins, yet still highly technical and intense.

Agalloch - New Album

Mon, 07 Jan 2008 14:14:18 EST

The brand new 2008 offering from Agalloch. More melodic than ...And Time Begins, yet still highly technical and intense.

Khann - Tofutopia

Wed, 09 Jan 2008 14:41:25 EST

An interesting mix of latter-day screamo, psychedelic, drone, ambient, and hardcore influences. On Blackmarket Activities.

Dawn Of Demise - Hate Takes Its Form

Wed, 09 Jan 2008 16:04:32 EST

Debut of hateful murder-obsessed death metal from this Danish band. Described by their label, Deepsend, as "Aborted playing Suffocation". Features ex-Infernal Torment vocalist Scott Jensen, and features guest vocals by members of Hatesphere and Koldborn.

Butcher Abc - Butchered At Birth Day

Wed, 09 Jan 2008 16:06:57 EST

BUTCHER ABC is a sick and demented band from Japan featuring ex-members of CSSO and MAGGOTY CORPSE. Just one look at the cover artwork on this mini CD and also the knowledge of what bands the guys were involved in previously will give you a fine indication of the gore encrusted mess you´re going to get yourself into here. Grinding, raw and chunky guitars slice and dice while gutteral vocals vomit forth some rather amusingly silly lyrics, just look at these: 'lucifer, my master takes a shit in hell' and 'bullet of fart is embedded' for some examples. Submerge yourself in this mid to fast paced crushing gore feast by picking up 'Butchered At Birth Day' because you won´t regret it. Interestingly enough I was thinking this band would fit very well with the Razorback Records roster and sure enough that great label is working with Obliteration Records and will release BUTCHER ABC´s full length album in North America in 2005. I´m very impressed with the sound of this Cd too because it´s really full and in your face but plenty dirty and gritty at the same time. A must for all Grind and gorey Death Metal fanatics !
-Cheryl / Metal Gospel

Butcher Abc - Butchered Feast Of Being

Wed, 09 Jan 2008 16:08:43 EST

Long awaited their 2nd Mini album. Intro + Brand new 4 songs + DIVINE EVE cover and Rough mastering bonus trax. Total 10 trax, 33 minutes!!! Mastering by Dan Swano/EDGE OF SANITY/BLOODBATH.

Scarve - Irradiant (Deluxe Edition)

Wed, 09 Jan 2008 16:14:22 EST

Irradiant is an impressive death metal extravaganza. In comprehension, Scarve's songstructures and time signatures can be associated with such acts such as Darkane, Meshuggah and even Strapping Young Lad, as they assembled a flawless record of merciless metal attack that make the ears bleed...with groove! Guest appereances by Fredrik Thordendal of Meshuggah & Gustaf Jorde of Defleshed. Top-notch production courtesy of Daniel Bergstrand with Orjan Ornkloo (Misery Loves Co.) Deluxe edition includes videos, live tracks, and an extensive cd-rom section.

Testament - Demonic

Fri, 11 Jan 2008 12:49:18 EST

The legendary Testament's 7th album was a controversial one, probably more influential in successive years than anyone would've imagined upon its release. Clearly their most death metal-influenced work. Features drums by Gene Hoglan (Dark Angel, Death, Strapping Young Lad). This 2007 reissue on Prosthetic features new cover art.

Arsis - As Regret Becomes Guilt - The Demos Of Arsis

Wed, 16 Jan 2008 13:49:06 EST

The Arsis's demos finally available on a proper format. This album is entitled "As Guilt Becomes Regret". The disc contains two demos from 2001 & 2002 plus rare bonus tracks and a live video CD-Rom segment.

The music on the disc was recorded between 2001 and 2002 by guitarist/songwriter James Malone and drummer Michael Van Dyne. These demos gained them considerable attention in the underground music scene leading to several tours and landing them with recording contracts from two notable record labels.

The two additional tracks found on this release are alternative studio takes never before released. The CDrom video segment recorded April 12, 2003 at Pallette's Outer Banks (Norfolk, VA) includes 3 classic Arsis songs and a Mercyful Fate cover.

"As Regret Becomes Guilt" features impressive packaging with a 12 page booklet that was designed by Mark Riddick. The ghastly illustrations and lyrics contained within this unique packaging are printed in black and metallic gold.

Arsis is known for their unique blend of old school shredding heavy metal and modern gut wrenching death metal. A range of influences from Iron Maiden, Dio, and Alice Cooper to the modern sounds of Carcass, At The Gates and Death can be detected.

TRACKLISTING:

2002 Demonstration
1. Elegant and Perverse
2. Wholly Night
3. Worship Depraved
4. Seven Whispers Fell Silent
5. Veil of Mourning Black

2001 Demonstration
6. Fortune's Envy
7. Close
8. Painted Eyes

Unreleased 2002 Studio Recordings
9. Elegant and Perverse
10. Seven Whispers Fell Silent

CD-Rom Video Segment
Wholly Night
Veil of Mourning Black
Worship Depraved
Evil (Mercyful Fate cover)

Birds Of Prey - Sulfur And Semen

Thu, 17 Jan 2008 12:27:23 EST

Southern metal super group Birds of Preys' Sulfur And Semen transcends geographical boundaries by also transcending musical boundaries - it's too fast for sludge, too grimy for death, too precise for punk and way heavier than the current crop of retro-rock revivalists.

Steve Moore - The Henge

Thu, 17 Jan 2008 13:28:05 EST

Steve Moore, best known for his work as one half of the sci-fi instrumental duo ZOMBI, steps out with his first solo effort: The Henge. In contrast to ZOMBI’s tightly structured nightmare epics, The Henge is a huge, sprawling, psychedelic symphonic affair. Over the course of its 5 tracks, The Henge treats its listeners to a blissful dose of audio vertigo, by mixing vast ambient dronescapes and soaring beat driven melodies with Moore’s patented cinematic brand of keyboard virtuosity.

Arkhon Infaustus - Orthodoxyn

Wed, 23 Jan 2008 16:30:58 EST

Fourth album, and definitely a mature step forward for these French black/death maniacs.

Impaled Nazarene - Manifest

Wed, 23 Jan 2008 16:32:50 EST

Impaled Nazarene's 2007 opus of filth and hate blasts through 16 tracks and 50 minutes of pure black/thrash/hardcore/death mania!

Bombstrike - Born Into This

Wed, 23 Jan 2008 16:38:39 EST

The swedish warmaschine is back.12 new swedish crusty hardcore tunes that falls somewhere between Skitsystem and Wolfbrigade. Great stuff, tight withall of the brutality and intensity you could need.

Haemorrhage - Haematology

Wed, 23 Jan 2008 16:41:03 EST

The collection includes the tracks from the split EP's with CHRIST DENIED,with DAMNABLE,with DENAK, with GROINCHURN, with INGROWING, , with GONKULATOR ,with EMBOLISM/SUFFOCATE/OBLITERATE,Picture 7" EP with WTN, with Terrorism, with Nunslaughter + one bonus tracks taken from the NUNSLAUGHTER EP session. All together 34 TRACKS running time 72:55. The first 500 copies are coming with a special edition digipack.

Bloodred Bacteria - Kiss The Goat

Wed, 23 Jan 2008 16:42:29 EST

Kiss The Goat" contains 28 Tracks filled with energy, attitude and nothing but manic powerviolenced grindcore. These german protagonists re-recorded all tracks ever written by them to present them in a raw and entertaining way to the audience! Forget pro-tools and head out to this spontaneous aggression which it's all about and which you love in all that classics. Enjoy this and kiss the goat!

Mesrine - Unidentified

Wed, 23 Jan 2008 16:44:08 EST

The new material is tighter recorded and more brutal than previous releases. The 16 tracks are fast, aggressive, heavy and with an overall catchiness. Mesrine using first time real lyrics. The first 500 copies coming with a bonus CD. The bonus includes 21 live audio attacks from their live performance at the GIANTS OF GRIND # 2 festival

Blood Duster - Blood Duster

Wed, 30 Jan 2008 14:07:32 EST

The album is full of short songs, most under two minutes. The styles vary from Carcass-like death metal to rock to punk. All are united by an idiot sense of sick humour. Features appearances from Dave Evans (ex-AC/DC), The Spazys and Jay from 28 Days. The CD had more stuff like a CD rom but was censored by thought nazis.

Yacopsae - Tanz, Grosny, Tanz...

Wed, 30 Jan 2008 14:13:32 EST

Nothing can be faster than Hamburg's top turbo-boner speed krautviolence champions. Stop and go hyperblasts of rapid Hardcore fury is what they deliver since approx 16 years and what you can expect here.

Prostitute Disfigurement - Descendants Of Depravity

Fri, 01 Feb 2008 14:39:58 EST

The fourth overall full length from PROSTITUTE DISFIGUREMENT is chock full of burly, lumberjack like riffs that chop and smack and thrash all the way until the very end. Descendants Of Depravity is an exercise in brutality, speed, and aggression, sure to please fans of Impaled, Decapitated, and Suffocation. Comes with a bonus dvd (NTSC) featuring a full live set, plus extra video clips! Only the first pressing of this release will contain the bonus dvd, so get yours today! Not in stores till late May but expected to ship in late April to preorders, check the store news for updates if anything changes.

Hour Of Penance - The Vile Conception

Fri, 01 Feb 2008 16:38:04 EST

Brand new album of insanely fast and twisted death metal. On Unique Leader.

Sigh - Gallow Gallery (Reissue W/ Bonus)

Mon, 04 Feb 2008 15:34:32 EST

A much-improved revision of Sigh's eclectic 2005 album, Gallows Gallery is treated to a stellar remastering, adding new artwork and a variety of bonus tracks. This reissue reflects the album Sigh intended the first time around.

"For those of you who enjoy the Post-Black movement and like a bit of imagination mixed in with your Metal,
this album and this band are for you." - METAL OBSERVER

For Fans of: Cradle Of Filth, Mayhem, King Diamond, Slayer 01. Pale Monument
02. In A Drowse
03. The Enlightenment Day
04. Confession To Be Buried
05. The Tranquilizer Song
06. Midnight Sun
07. Silver Universe
08. Gavotte Grim
09. Messiahplan
10. -
11. The Tranquilizer Song (David Harrow Mix)
12. Pale Monument (Harsh Vocal Version)
13. In A Drowse (Demo 2003)
14. Messiahplan (Gunface Alt Guitar Solo Take)
15. The Tranquilizer Song (David Harrow Remix Outtake)
16. Jazzy Outtake 1
17. Jazzy Outtake 2

Averse Sefira - Advent Parallax

Fri, 08 Feb 2008 13:48:20 EST

Let's not mince words: 2007 was a dreary year for metal. But the black-metal lifers in Texas trio Averse Sefira-guitarist Sanguine Mapsama, bassist Wrath Sathariel Diabolus and drummer the Carcass-have become a road-hardened unit, and it shows in the blistering grooves of Advent Parallax. The fourth album of the band's 12-year career has no gothic frills or weedy "kvlt" production, just eight battle-ready blasts jammed with parched-throat howls, scything guitar riffs, blistering drums and hooks that stick. Here's to the first great metal album of 2008.

-Steve Smith / Tme Out New York

Primordial - Storm Before Calm

Fri, 08 Feb 2008 13:59:10 EST

This album is testament to the fact that while many bands lose direction and focus, Primordial simply get stronger and stronger. Their fire cannot be quenched and 'Storm Before Calm' brings them further on their journey.

Primordial - Imrama / A Journey's End

Fri, 08 Feb 2008 14:05:25 EST

2 classic Primordial releases in one package. "A Journey's End" and "Imrama" on two seperate discs.

Primordial - Dark Romanticism

Fri, 08 Feb 2008 14:07:57 EST

A must for all Primordial fans, this is a fascinating look into the band's earliest days via their 'Dark Romanticism' demo, also adding a Bathory cover ("Total Destruction") and a 40-minute DVD of the band performing 6 songs on the 'Storm Before Calm' tour.

Disc 1 01. To Enter Pagan 02. The Darkest Flame 03. Among The Lazarae 04. To The Ends Of The Earth 05. In Graciousness (live) 06. A Blacker Art (live) 07. Total Destruction (live) 08. To Walk The Infernal Fields (live) Disc 2 DVD Fallen To Ruins Gods To The Godless Cast To The Pyre The Burning Season Sons Of The Morrigan To Enter Pagan

Primordial - Spirit The Earth Aflame

Fri, 08 Feb 2008 14:11:49 EST

How do those Irish manage to do it? No matter, which bands find their way to us, be it CRUACHAN, WAYLANDER, GEASA or PRIMORDIAL, all somehow are - different...

PRIMORDIAL have consequently continued to tread the path they had taken two years ago with their Hammerheart-debut "A Journey's End". With some few exceptions, the songs come over very doomey and solemn, building up a very intense atmosphere, which holds you in its thrall from the beginning and which also makes it quite difficult to categorize the Irishmen, what is a big plus on their behalf!

The only bands that you could remotely name as direction are MY DYING BRIDE, although PRIMORDIAL are not as melancholic and depressed, and BORKNAGAR in their calmer moments, but they do not reach this strange intensity...

Partly melodic, partly Black Metallic guitars meet mostly deep, theatralic clean vocals and, as a reminiscence of thir Black Metal-past, some croaky vocal-elements and are bound together tightly by slight folky influences.

The info-flyer says "PRIMORDIAL don't consider themselves as Black Metal, Celtic or Pagan band, they are simply PRIMORDIAL." I couldn't have said it better.

The Gathering - A Noise Severe

Fri, 08 Feb 2008 14:25:23 EST

This double-live CD, recorded during The Gathering's South American 'Homelands' tour, is the last release to feature singer Anneke van Giersbergen and showcases the band's more rock-oriented music. The release helps us look back at a special period of the band's history, as well as stands as the beginning of a new era.

Kingdom Of Sorrow - Kingdom Of Sorrow

Fri, 15 Feb 2008 14:03:19 EST

Boasting a line up that includes members of such influential metal bands as Hatebreed, Down, Crowbar, and more, the infamous Kingdom of Sorrow has been unveiled. The brainchild of vocalist/Hatebreed mastermind Jamey Jasta and riff-master Kirk Windstein, Kingdom of Sorrow tears through an 11 track barrage of some of the most punishing, straight-up metal in years. Kingdom of Sorrow is the incredible next step in the illustrious careers of two of metal's most-celebrated heavyweights.

Animosity - Animal

Tue, 15 Apr 2008 14:48:03 EST

Musically, Animal shows an enormous progression from Animosity's prior releases. The band’s sound has become more distinct and refined. While stylistically the group has not changed drastically from their combination of thrash, hardcore and death metal, the growth in the actual quality of the musicianship is unbelievable

Centurian - Liber Zarzax

Tue, 15 Apr 2008 14:59:20 EST

Yet another excellent death metal band from Holland. Liber ZarZak is the ultimate massive destruction of Swedish black metal with Bay area death metal. Somewhat the new answer for Morbid Angel.

Crowpath / Submerge - Split 7"

Tue, 15 Apr 2008 15:05:44 EST

1 new tune from Crowpath, 3 for Submerged.

Crowpath are definitely one of the best bands around at the moment. The Swedes' totally mangled tech death metal nightmares are as complex and fierce as anything you'll dare to look for, but they somehow make it listenable, tangible and song-based. "Thieves" however, foregoes speed for a slower, more evilly brooding vibe, and it's just as effective, as they proved before on "The Lycanthrope" from the "Son Of Sulphur" album. Great riffs, sturdy drums that jam the odd trick in here and there, and deathly roars. Score. High On Fire x Disclose = Submerge according to Submerge, and I can see where they're coming from. Heavy as hell, blown out distortion and manic speed equals a good time, though compared to Crowpath, they're not really doing anything to push the boundaries. Still great fun though. -- Collective Zine.co.uk

Dismal Lapse - The Nameless Faceless

Tue, 15 Apr 2008 15:13:43 EST

This debut of crushing death from California's Dismal Lapse sits somewhere between the precision killing of Deeds Of Flesh and the more progressive approach of Gorguts.

Embryonic Devourment - Fear Of Reality Exceeds Fantasy

Tue, 15 Apr 2008 15:24:59 EST

Debut full-length from this California death metal band. Finally following up their 2003 EP, Embryonic Devourment show massive improvement on all fronts with 'Fear Of Reality...' A killer new discovery for those into bands on the Willowtip, Neurotic and Unique Leader rosters.

The Ordher - Weaponize

Wed, 16 Apr 2008 15:05:01 EST

The Ordher features members of Brazilian heavyweights NEPHASTH and REBAELLIUN . Bone crushing, gut wrenching death metal with memorable guitar riffs and a precise drum attack.

Neuraxis - Live Progression

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 11:52:57 EST

Recorded in Quebec City, 'Live Progression' is an 11-song performance from this Canadian tech-death band, displaying their immense power and precision in the live environment.

01. The Apex
02. Fractionized
03. A Curative Struggle
04. The Art Of Sadness
05. Thought Adjuster
06. Monitoring The Mind
07. Neurasthenic
08. Reasons Of Being
09. Clarity
10. Shatter The Wisdom
11. Of Divinity

Hacride - Amoeba

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 14:13:30 EST

Second album from this French band, Hacride are one of the leaders in the country's current wave of progressive modern extreme metal.

Captain Cleanoff - Symphonies Of Slackness

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 14:00:18 EST

Ripping grindcore mastered by Scott Hull. Awesome stuff.

Gorod - Leading Vision Short Sleeve Tshirt

Fri, 02 May 2008 14:41:58 EST

A Gorod tshirt featuring artwork from Leading Vision.

Gorod - Leading Vision Long Sleeve Tshirt

Fri, 02 May 2008 14:47:34 EST

A Gorod long sleeve tshirt featuring artwork from Leading Vision.

Aborted - Strychnine/213

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 14:10:13 EST

Aborted further remove themselves from the Carcass homage of old on their 6th release. These Belgian grind mad scientists new slab of metal features infectious guitars, inhuman drumming and intense and crushing hooks. Far more sophisticated than your average grind outfit, Aborted have been refining the carnal art for over a decade.

Afgrund - Svarta Dagar Cd Reissue + Bonus Tracks

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 14:18:07 EST

Re-release of the debut album "Svarta Dagar" remixed at Finnvox Studio (Rotten Sound etc) by drummer Panu Posti and remastered by Scott Hull (Pig Destroyer). This release will not only feature updated artwork but also 9 bonus tracks taken from the split album with Relevant Few (also remastered)! Seriously, this is amazing grind and highly recommended

Agenda Of Swine - Waves Of Human Suffering

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 14:22:35 EST

Agenda of Swine's controlled chaos sits firmly in the upper echelon of grinding metal; with its intense riffing, double time percussion and hardcore ethos.

Anaal Nathrakh - Domine Non Es Dignus

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 14:28:17 EST

THE MOST FUCKED UP BAND IN THE UNIVERSE!!! Anaal Nathrakh's second full-length is intensity incarnate. A warpspeed trip of blinding speed, hypnotic rhythms and otherwordly extremity. But there are also suprises and curveballs along the way, showing that this band is far from predictable.

Anata - Anata Vs. Bethzaida Split Cd

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 14:32:07 EST

a great split disc between these two

ANATA:
1. Let Me Become Your Fallen Messiah
2. With Me You Shall Fall
3. Day Of Suffering (Morbid Angel)
4. The Tranquillity Of My Last Breath (Bethzaida)

BETHZAIDA:
1. Last Day Of Sodom
2. Expulsion
3. Fredmans epistel nr.30: Drick ur ditt glas (Bellman)
4. Under Azure Skies (ANATA)

Anorexia Nervosa - Exile

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 14:37:57 EST

1997 debut from these French fanatics, already showing a healthy leaning toward progressive black metal.

Beherit - The Oath Of Black Blood

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 14:49:05 EST

Hell yes! Beherit's debut, originally released in 1992, is now reissued in digipak form with enhanced artwork. A work of ugly black metal art for those who demand it raw and utterly chaotic. Like a car-wreck between Blasphemy and Nuclear Death. Not pretty.

Bestial Mockery - Slaying The Life

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 14:51:04 EST

Fourth full-length album from these desecrating, devastating Swedish chainsaw-killers. Noisy black/thrash metal of the sickest kind!

Blood Duster - Cunt (Reissue)

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 14:59:04 EST

Aussie sickos Blood Duster reclaimed their place as the reigning kings of grind extremity with the inappropriately titled ‘Cunt.' Feel the wrath of the 'pyschorockmenstrualgrindporn' assault. GETOFFYOURBIGFATASSANDJOINTHEHIPPIEKILLTEAM!

Blood Duster - Lyden Na

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 15:00:52 EST

Blood Duster's magnum opus? 'Lyden Na' is both entertaining and frightening in its broad scope, a 3-part, 2-CD studio work that sees the long-running grindcore masters stretching their sound further than ever before.

Blood Duster - Str8outtanorthcote (Reissue)

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 15:02:50 EST

Northcote's own Blood Duster sunk to new lows for the second full-length Str8outtanorthcote. No topic was sacred as the boys attacked girls, punks, vegetarians, hippies, the record industry and even Relapse. Their spot-on balance of groove to grind in their masculine musical posturing makes Str8outtanorthcote a mandatory, myopic masterpiece. Now with 9 bonus blasts of black humor and blastbeatboogiegrindingrockyafuck!

Carnal Forge - Aren't You Dead Yet

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 15:38:51 EST

With each successive Carnal Forge album all the more savage than its predecessor, it's no surprise that Aren't You Dead Yet? is the band's most advanced and uncompromising effort to date. Tight-as-hell, and with a stellar production, this album proves that the Swedes do it best and shows why they are consistently copies and plagiarized. Thrash will never die.

Carnal Forge - Firedemon

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 15:41:31 EST

As cruel and merciless as a rabid pitbull set loose in a nursery school. Swedish five-piece Carnal Forge rule the throne when it comes to hyperspeed death/thrash metal. Featuring members of In Thy Dreams and Dellamorte. For fans of Slayer, The Haunted, and At The Gates.

Carnal Forge - The More You Suffer

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 15:42:49 EST

A bulldozer rhythmic weight carries Carnal Forge's fourth album into the thrash metal hall of fame. Along with The Haunted, this Swedish bunch have forged the lethal New Wave of Swedish Thrash Metal, and The More You Suffer offers 12 songs of precision face-melting aggression. Probably their most intense offering yet.

Carpathian Forest - Defending The Throne Of Evil

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 15:46:53 EST

Norway's black metal legend Carpathian Forest unleash another album of raw and cold black metal. Expect nothing but pure hellish onslaught.

Centinex - Diabolical Desolation

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 15:57:07 EST

2002 opus of destructive Swede-death from this long-running band.

Centinex - Hellbrigade

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 15:58:28 EST

The band's fifth album, originally released in 2000, re-released on the bands new home, Candlelight Records. A ripping slab of death metal, Swedish style. Features 3 bonus tracks

Century - Black Ocean

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 16:07:26 EST

The sophomore effort from Century is a brilliant onslaught of metal infused hardcore. Amazing record.

Coalesce - 012:2 (Reissue)

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 16:12:48 EST

On the eve of the second coming of Coalesce, 0:12 has been repackaged and remastered for the next generation of heavy music connoisseurs. In the canon of heavy music, certainly in the world of modern hardcore, there are few records as crucial as 0:12.

Destroyer 666 - Cold Steel For An Iron Age

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 16:37:39 EST

Supreme Australian war metal! Third full-length of epic, blackened rage.

Destroyer 666 - Phoenix Rising

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 16:39:49 EST

Their 2000 album saw a pronounced melodic element coming in to their otherwise raw and vicious sound. Still one of the heaviest and most uncompromising bands in the global death/thrash/black metal movement. War!!!

Dying Fetus - Killing On Adrenaline

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 09:42:05 EST

After years of (near) unavailability, Displeased Records will reissuethe excellent 1998 Dying Fetus classic 'Killing on adrenaline'!

With upgraded layout, to-the-point remastering and a bonus DVD containing 100+ minutes live gig material from 2000, this new and improved album version will be an essential addition to every Metal collection!

Exhale - Prototype

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 09:46:47 EST

absoltuely crushing grind from sweden in the nasum vein. recommended

Exit Wounds - 17 Wounds Of Exit

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 09:50:07 EST

Out now on No Escape is “17 Wounds Of Exit”, the debut release from the ravaging new Polish blast unit, EXIT WOUNDS! No frills, no subtlety, no fucking around… just straight up hyper aggressive PURE GRINDCORE!!! This is the stuff that’s been lacking for so long, raw and chaotic old school grind that doesn’t veer into noisecore territory, yet is still completely unhinged, enraged and deranged! 17 explosions of total grinding savagery mixing the drilling riff attack of Looking For An Answer, the shattering blast battery of Retaliation, the frantic lunacy of Cripple Bastards and the earliest razorgrind output of Leng Tch’e with the primitive rawness of old Regurgitate and the crustified hardcore of Dropdead and Disrupt!! Exit Wounds infiltrate and evacuate in just ten minutes on this frenzied assault mission amidst a hail of blastbeats and shrieks of terror and panic to unload this clusterbomb of lethal grind set for immediate detonation and maximum casualties, so take cover because the guerilla grind assault is upon us!!!

Eyehategod - For The Sick - A Tribute To Eyehategod

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 09:52:26 EST

An all star tributre to this highly influential band.
Disc one:
01 - Dot(.) - Man is Too Ignorant to Exist
02 - Unearthly Trance - Shinobi
03 - Cable - Pigs
04 - Bowel - Run it Into the Ground
05 - Alabama Thunderpussy - Godsong
06 - Deadbird - Children of God
07 - Kylesa - Left to Starve
08 - Rue - Blank
09 - Brutal Truth - Sister Fucker
10 - Byzantine - Shop Lift
11 - Buried At Sea w/ Kevin Sharp - White Nigger
12 - Raging Speedhorn - 30$ Bag
13 - The Unholy 3 - Take As Needed for Pain
14 - The Esoteric - Crimes Against Skin
15 - Total Fucking Destruction - Kill Your Boss
16 - Triac - My Name is God
17 - One Dead Three Wounded - Dog's Holy Life
18 - Halo of Locusts - Dixie Whisky
Disc two
01 - Minsk - Ruptured Heart Theory
03 - The Mighty Nimbus - Zero Nowhere
04 - Lair Of The Minotaur - Peace thru war
05 - Sourvein - Broken Down But Not Locked Up
06 - Bloody Panda - Anxiety Hangover
07 - Mouth Of The Architect - Story of the Eye
08 - Left In Ruin - Southern Discomfort
09 - Watch Them Die - Serving Time In The Middle of Nowhere
10 - Ozenza - Revelation/Revolution
11 - Swarm Of The Lotus - Blood Money
12 - Ichabod - Jack Ass In The Will Of God
13 - Kill The Client - The Confusion Machine Process
14 - Sow Belly - 99 Miles of Bad Road
15 - If He Dies, He Dies - Age of Bootcamp
16 - The Nain Rouge - I am the Gestapo
17 - The Unholy 3 - Torn Between Suicide And Breakfast

Fleshgrind - Murder Without End

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 09:59:56 EST

Returning after a three-year absence, Chicago-area death fiends Fleshgrind return with an album brimming their trademark catchiness, but also tips the scales toward a faster, more chaotic sound than their previous works. Bursting with utter contempt and hatred for everyday life, Murder Without End is one of the strongest brutal death albums released in 2003.

Fleshgrind - Seeds Of Abysmal Torment

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 10:01:01 EST

U.S. death metal maliciousness for fans of Dying Fetus.

Gorgoroth - Antichrist

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 10:18:41 EST

Many consider this the ultimate Gorgoroth masterpiece, and now it looks and sounds better than ever thanks to a remastered digipak reissue. Comes with a guitar pick and CD-Rom extras!

Gorgoroth - Pentagram

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 10:20:19 EST

Reissue of this black metal classic, comes in a digipak with slightly altered cover artwork, and includes a limited edition guitar pick plus CD-Rom tracks.

Gorgoroth - Under The Sign Of Hell

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 10:21:41 EST

Gorgoroth's third album, reissued in a digipak. No diehard fan of black metal should be without it.

Grief Of War - A Mounting Crisis...As Their Fury Got Released (Reissue)

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 10:24:52 EST

Heavy-as-hell thrash attack from this Japanese band. Dark, pissed, riff-centered, bottom-heavy and speed-laden, this will satisfy the thrash mania of even the most hardened headbanger. Originally released in 2005 and now reissued in 2008 for the U.S. on Prosthetic Records

Hirax - The New Age Of Terror (Limited Edition)

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 10:31:00 EST

The L.A. thrash terrors keep coming back more vicious than before. 'The New Age Of Terror' is, as vocalist and leader Katon W. DePena puts it, "a dark and hellish" take on the band's treasured sound. Limited edition comes with a DVD featuring over 100 minutes of live footage.

Ihsahn - Angl

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 10:35:05 EST

LONG AWAITED STUNNING NEW ALBUM FROM EMPEROR FRONTMAN IHSAHN
OPETH frontman Mikael Åkerfeldt has recorded a guest appearance on the track "Unhealer" from the forthcoming solo album from former EMPEROR vocalist/guitarist Ihsahn, entitled "angL". Ihsahn commented: "We've been talking about doing something for a while and I'm really happy it finally came together. Needless to say, Mikael's performance is nothing short of amazing!" Asgeir Mickelson and Lars Norberg (both of SPIRAL ARCHITECT) were responsible for laying down the drum and bass tracks on the CD, respectively. Ihsahn said, "Asgeir and Lars have delivered a rock-solid foundation for the whole album. Pounding blast-beats to slow fretless passages are all performed with great precision." "angL" is tentatively due mid-spring via Mnemosyne Productions/Candlelight Records. Ihsahn previously described the musical direction of the new CD as "a natural progression from 'The Adversary' [2006], but with a somewhat heavier touch."

Infanticide - Extinction Scheme

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 10:45:46 EST

Swedish raw and crusty old school grind for fans of Terrorizer and old Napalm Death. Really great disc and shows a ton of potential...

Japanische Kampfhorspiele / Are You God? - Split Ep

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 10:48:26 EST

Split 3 inch mcd featuring new material from both bands. Crazy, off-the-wall extreme metal.

Jarboe / Justin K Broadrick - J2

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 10:50:45 EST

J2 is the much-anticipated ambient musical exploration from singer/songwriter/performer JARBOE (ex-Swans) and JUSTIN K BROADRICK (Jesu, Godflesh), a collaboration fueled by a unique and diverse energy.

Keep Of Kalessin - Through Times Of War

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 10:54:10 EST

Keep Of Kalessin's 1997 debut, full of dark, shadowy, mystical, fog-thick epic black metal. Reminds of early Enslaved in its intensity and grandeur.

Keep Of Kalessin - Armada

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 10:55:16 EST

Keep of Kalessin is an epic black metal band spawned back in 1994 and run by guitarist and songwriter Obsidian C. After two releases on Italian label Avantgarde Music the band recruited Frost (Satyricon) on drums and Attila (Mayhem) on vocals for the recording of a new Keep Of Kalessin EP. «Reclaim» was released in 2004 and put the band into the elite metal scene of Norway. Together with lyricwriter from the Reclaim EP, Torstein Parelius, Obsidian C. has for the past two years been working on the new album entitled «Armada», their first release on Tabu Recordings. Since then the lineup has changed with Attila and Frost returning to their main projects with the band recruiting full time mebers in Vyl (drums), Wizziac (bass) and Thebon (vocals). The album is a huge epic masterpiece with its own unique atmosphere. This is extreme!

Master - On The Seventh Day God Created...Master Cd+Dvd

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 11:01:12 EST

Long overdue reissue of Master's 1991 album, a strong follow-up to the legendary self-titled debut. Features guitar work by Cynic's Paul Masvidal, and guest backing vocals by Obituary's John Tardy. Comes with a DVD featuring two live shows from 1992/93.

Mirrorthrone - Gangrene

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 11:06:16 EST

Two years after Carriers of Dust, Mirrorthrone returns with Gangrene and is more rabid and vindicative than ever. Carrying on with a more progressive evolution of the previous opus, Gangrene explores burdensome and baroque extreme Metal endlessly oscillating between two extremes: deadly heavy and envenomed, or blindingly radiant. Gangrene is composed of dense and evolving tracks switching between French and English, and benefits from an improved production. Powerful, hateful and emotional, Gangrene shall allow old listeners to join in its cause and convert the last skeptics.... Mirrorthrone's time has come!!

Mirrorthrone - Of Wind And Weeping

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 11:07:46 EST

Tinged with Romantic and Baroque essence, the music of Mirrorthrone bears a large diversity of influences. Shapeshifting from classical music with ambient atmosphere to the most cavernous sounds of extreme black metal is the style achieved by Mirrorthrone.

Nasum - Doombringer

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 11:18:45 EST

NASUM was the undisputed leader of grindcore's second wave and nothing proves this more than 'Doombringer'; a blistering 25 minute live set of untapped rage recorded in Osaka, Japan on the bands final Japanese tour. 'Doombringer' proves why Nasum set the standard for grindcore in the 21st century.

Obliveon - Carnivore Mothermouth

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 11:24:38 EST

Obliveon's fourth and final album, released in 1999, went further into the direction they began moving in with previous album 'Cybervoid'. More streamlined than ever, yet still remaining cold, futuristic and technical, the album possesses one of the most powerful production jobs ever laid down on any metal album, thanks largely to guitarist (and noted producer in his own right) Pierre Remillard.

Obliveon - Cybervoid

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 11:25:43 EST

Obliveon's third album, released in 1995, remained futuristic and technical, but went toward a more "modern" sound, seeming to reveal influences from Machine Head and Meshuggah, and would appeal to fans of those bands as well as Voivod's 'Negatron'/'Phobos' period.

Obliveon - From This Day Forward

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 11:26:41 EST

After impressing the tape-trading underground in 1989 with their 'Fiction Of Veracity' demo, Canadian tech-thrashers Obliveon released their debut album in 1990. It finally gets a reissue in 2007 thanks to Prodisk. A must for fans of progressive thrash and adventurous extreme metal, 'From This Day Forward' might be thought of as a more futuristic, proggy take on Sepultura's classic era.

Order Of The Ebon Hand - Xv: The Devil

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 11:29:57 EST

Formed by members of Septic Flesh and Necromantia, Order Of The Ebon Hand lashes out with warpspeed velocity black metal, given subtle nuance with influences from the realms of death metal and darkwave.

Monstrosity - Spiritual Apocalypse

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 11:39:04 EST

2007 album from the Ft. Lauderdale Death Metal monsters.

Retaliation - Exhuming The Past - 14 Years Of Nothing

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 11:45:23 EST

A 115 song discography CD compiling all the songs recorded and released in nearly a decade in a half: the splits w/ Gut, Exhumed, The Kill, Grindwork 4-way split w/ Nasum, Vivisection and C.S.S.O., V/A "Really Fast" vol. 9, and two first classic albums: "The Execution" and "Violence Spreads Its Drape", as well as "Boredom And Frustration/DDD" demo. "Exhuming the Past - 14 Years of Nothing" is unadulterated Swedish grindcore insanity of the highest form and the best style. Devastating, hammering, and relentless: these are proper words to describe the sound of Retaliation.

For fans of Regurgitate, Pig Destroyer, Assück, Yacopsae, Rotten Sound.

Revenge - Infiltration Downfall Death

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 11:48:45 EST

The Canadian doom division returns with their third full length album. Infiltration.Downfall.Death contains eight of the most militant attacks ever to be unleashed upon the bestial black metal underground.

Infiltration.Downfall.Death will put to rest any doubt that Revenge is the final command in extremist metal. Hail the rise of the antichrist supremacist.

Reverend Bizarre - Harbinger Of Metal

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 11:51:52 EST

74 minutes of ruthlessly pure doom metal in the vein of Cathedral-meets-Candlemass.

Sadist - Sadist

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 11:55:24 EST

Fifth album from this Italian prog/tech death/thrash band. Reinvigorated and reinstated, Sadist comes blasting forth with a renewed sense of commitment and direction.

Supreme Pain - Cadaver Pleasures

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 12:16:19 EST

Blasting old school brutal death metal from the Netherlands.

Terrordrome - Vehement Convulsion

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 12:41:56 EST

Vehement Convulsion is Terrordrome's debut full length album and is a formidable offering of technical brutal death that will excite fans of DISAVOWED, VISCERAL BLEEDING and HATE ETERNAL. Unrelenting blastbeats are mixed with intricate guitar work and guttural vocals in considered arrangments that are are stripped of all extraneous material.

The production was handled by George Bokos of ROTTING CHRIST at Grindhouse Studios. The cd also contains a CD-ROM section with wallpapers, live videos and clips of the band taken during the recording process.

The Day Everything Became Nothing - Brutal

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 12:48:40 EST

Australia’s most bulldozing demolition unit return to discharge the ultimate payload in total low-end decadence that could really only have one title adequately sum up this album’s capacity for damage…
‘Brutal’ sees the band take their established framework of earth shaking grooves, jagged rhythms and repulsive vocals and shift the parameters further below the already subsonic depths and fine tune their lethal cache of auditory weaponry to create an even more sinister and monolithically dark version of their infamously crushing grindcore.This masterpiece is sure to widen The Day Everything Became Nothing’s corruptive reach and enable their cavernous cacophony to resonate deeper into the underground and spread more contagiously through the unprotected masses than this unscrupulous quintet has ever managed to before. And with their U.S. tour hot on the heels of ‘Brutal’s release, overseas authorities must waste no time in creating a contingency plan to halt the proliferation of this contraband contaminative agent and secure the population before more fall victim to ‘Brutal’s detrimental lure!

The Funeral Pyre - Wounds

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 12:52:42 EST

This California band have increased the intensity and noise ten-fold on this, their second official album release. Black and death metal, blurred together in a miasma of savagery and ferocity with great melodic touches that add further depth.

The Tony Danza Tap Dance Extravaganza - Danza Ii - Electric Boogaloo

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 13:00:55 EST

Thine Eyes Bleed - Thine Eyes Bleed

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 13:03:38 EST

After taking a year off to write and record, THINE EYES BLEED return to the metal scene with an album of pure brutality and technical thrash ferocity, a blistering onslaught of dagger-like riffs, detonating rhythm section and lung-collapsing vocals. The album's songwriting and drive of the self-titled release surpasses the work assembled on the debut. In short, THINE EYES BLEED are ready to take on the world!

Total Fucking Destruction - Zen And The Art Of

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 13:07:06 EST

Former Brutal Truth drummer/weirdo mastermind Richard Hoak is as high-minded and arty as he is really, really pissed. Crisp, tight blasts, lyrics like you eat shit like a fucking hog and pot. Would you expect anything less? Four acoustic jammy jams round out the 14-song album. Also, the enhanced disc includes video of nine songs from the Live From Hazel’s performance.

Taint - Ruin Of Nova Roma

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 13:12:35 EST

their debut album

Unearthly Trance - Electrocution

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 13:14:58 EST

Unearthly Trance gives no quarter in their spiritual war and forges their own sonic path with the awe-inspiring Electrocution.

Venomous Concept - Poisoned Apple

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 13:17:55 EST

Venomous Concept play grindcore with doses of punk that will rip your ears off. Featuring Shane Embury & Danny Herrera of NAPALM DEATH and Kevin Sharp & Dan Lilker of BRUTAL TRUTH, these guys know how to grind when it comes down to it. For their 2nd album, they step it up more with influences from Minor Threat, Discharge and Poison Idea (whom they based their name). When it's all said and done, this is some serious grind/punk in the truest sense of the word.

Viking Crown - Banished Rhythmic Hate

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 13:20:29 EST

Third and final album by Viking Crown, which features Killjoy (Necrophagia) & Phil Anselmo (Pantera, Down). The sound of 'Banished Rhythmic Hate' is largely instrumental, spooky dark /black ambient with a few ultra-necro black metal songs filling up the spaces.

Warbringer - War Without End

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 13:24:14 EST

80's thrash bands are still cherished by their longtime fans and many have gone to be considered 'classics 'amongst a younger generation. Combine that with many old-school bands reuniting or jamming with original members, and it's easy to see why thrash metal is seeing such a resurgence. Warbringer is one of the leaders of this revival and via their EP, One By One The Wicked Fall, they have built an organic buzz and are ready to kick open the door even further with their phenomenal new album, War Without End, recorded, mixed and mastered by legendary thrash producer Bill Metoyer. Ten songs of face-melting, non-stop aural intensity that hits with venomous force! (2008) Track Listing: Total War / Systematic Genocide / Dread Command / Hell On Earth / At The Crack Of Doom / Beneath The Waves / Instruments Of Torture / Shoot To Kill / Born Of The Ruins / Combat Shock.

Winds Of Plague - Decimate The Weak

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 13:32:39 EST

Hailing from Los Angeles, they have their share of Southern CA Hardcore roots running in their backyard, though the atmospheric sounds of Black Metal and classic American metal reign supreme in the band's music. In a scene overwhelmed with bands, Winds Of Plague try to create something real.

Xasthur - Nocturnal Poisoning

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 13:38:01 EST

Imagine the deepest reaches of the mind as the razor streaks across wrists. This is suicidal grandeur unlike anything ever produced by an American black metal band. Reminding of Manes, Mutilation and Abyssic Hate in terms of absolute self destruction. Bleak images of solitude await you...

Xasthur - The Funeral Of Being

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 13:39:04 EST

The latest assault of misanthropic Black Metal from this US kult band, unleashed to hasten the demise of humanity.

Yattering - Murders Concept

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 13:45:04 EST

The debut album from this great Death metal band from Poland, Brutal & Aggressive black metal with strong influences from Vader.

Yattering - Human's Pain

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 13:46:16 EST

Crushing album by this brutal death metal band from Poland with strong influences from Vader and Morbid Angel. A must-listen release for death metal diehards!

Zimmers Hole - When You Were Shouting At The Devil...We Were In League With Satan

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 13:49:15 EST

The satanic bastard of SYL have returned! Posers beware! Produced and mixed by Devin Townsend.

Centinex - Decadence: Prophecies Of Cosmic Chaos

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 13:55:14 EST

Death Metal stalwarts Centinex have returned with their most accomplished record yet, "Decadence-Prophecies Of Cosmic Chaos" as a record is an incredible leap not only in the way of craftsmanship but also of recording and packaging, with much bravado due the band members personal dedication to the now decade-long band.

Cephalic Carnage - Conforming To Abnormality (Reissue)

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 13:58:33 EST

Conforming to Abnormality unveiled a style of extreme metal that was completely unique in its makeup: blending mind-melting guitar technicality with inhuman drumming, a wildly schizophrenic vocal attack, smatterings of jazz sensibilities and devastating sub-bass blasts. Long out of print, Conforming to Abnormality is available on again in this deluxe reissue is remixed, remastered, repackaged and comes with 21 (!!) bonus tracks.

Coldworker - Rotting Paradise

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 14:00:45 EST

Coldworker has evolved into a finely tuned Swedish death metal machine on its second full-length Rotting Paradise. Rotting Paradise balances modern metal brutality, and distinctly European flourishes of metallic grandeur to form the quintessential Swedish death metal album for a new century of extremity.

Detrimentum - Embracing This Deformity

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 14:07:21 EST

'Embracing This Deformity' is the long awaited debut full length album from the UK's DETRIMENTUM . The release sees the band honing their trademark style, blending brutal death metal with elements of black metal and doom. The album is equally at home expressing ferocious aggression with razor sharp blastbeats and guttural vocals, along with moments of dark introspection with soaring melodies and tortured screams.

Packaged along with stunning artwork from former vocalist, Eddie Ruffles, the CD-ROM section also contains a live video and the full set of lyrics which stand head and shoulders above the usual death metal fare, taking an uneasy journey across bleak misanthropic landscapes.

Prostitute Disfigurement - Short Sleeve Tshirt

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 14:37:05 EST

Prostitute Disfigurement short sleeve tshirt.

Prostitute Disfigurement - Long Sleeve Tshirt

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 14:40:54 EST

Prostitute Disfigurement long sleeve tshirt.

Spawn Of Possession - Long Sleeve Tshirt

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 14:45:35 EST

A Spawn Of Possession long sleeve tshirt.

Cephalectomy - The Dream Cycle Mythos

Fri, 11 Jul 2008 15:28:01 EST

"Often with a benign curiosity we look to the dreams of men..."

And so begins another session in the insane asylum with Cephalectomy. "The Dream Cycle Mythos" shatters dreams and and brims with an originality that is sorely absent from the majority of the death/grind genre. No stones are left unturned on this musical materpiece -- a single song that stretches beyond the 23-minute mark. Thunderous blast beats transition to extreme melody, off-time riffs, heavy metal crunch and even sprinklings of classic rock. However, metal is the name of the game here with Cephalectomy's fourth official release for Discorporate Music. The lyrics spin a tale of a clearly unstable mind as it experiences new dimensions and the horrifying visions within.

Describing Cephalectomy's latest work is one thing, but there is no replacement for hearing it for yourself.

Cephalectomy - Sign Of Chaos

Fri, 11 Jul 2008 15:30:43 EST

Brutal, insane and chaotic musical passages are ready for aural infiltration. Cephalectomy will surgically remove your head and replace it with a punching bag. No survivors. No compromises.

Hero Destroyed - Hero Destroyed

Fri, 11 Jul 2008 15:32:55 EST

Pittsburgh’s Hero Destroyed (ex-Commit Suicide) explode onto the worldwide metal scene with their thoroughly impressive debut ep. Arguably the Steel City’s finest modern metal export this side of the 21st Century, the band’s mechanistic, low-end crunch impacts with the subtlety of a wrecking ball.

Various Artists - This Comp Kills Fascists

Fri, 11 Jul 2008 15:35:11 EST

Conceived and collected by Scott Hull (PIG DESTROYER, AGORAPHOBIC NOSEBLEED), ‘This Comp Kills Fascists’ brings together the very best of today’s underground grindcore, hardcore, and power violence bands. ‘This Comp…’ features all new and exclusive material from INSECT WARFARE, MAGRUDERGRIND, MARUTA, and more, as well as the first new material in almost ten years from legendary grinders BRUTAL TRUTH. ‘This Comp…’ is fast, loose, ferociously independent, unpretentious, and fun.

1. Joe Ryder (Doomryder) - Agents Of Satan
2. Rape 'Em All And Let God Sort 'Em Out - Agents Of Satan
3. Skrote Skin Mask - Agents Of Satan
4. Kill For Baloff - Agents Of Satan
5. Prioritize - Weekend Nachos
6. If You Come Near - Weekend Nachos
7. Scars - Weekend Nachos
8. Worthless Words - Weekend Nachos
9. False Flag Attack - Kill the Client
10. Triple Six Bastard - Kill the Client
11. Shithouse Lawyer - Kill the Client
12. Totally Brutal News Exposure - Spoonful of Vicodin
13. Designer Track Marks - Spoonful of Vicodin
14. I Don't Lift Weights Or Drive An SUV (Because I'm Comfy With My Genitalia) - Spoonful of Vicodin
15. Put That In Your Pipe And Smoke It - Spoonful of Vicodin
16. Our Explanations Are Longer Than Our Songs - Spoonful of Vicodin
17. Confession Booth Gloryhole - Spoonful of Vicodin
18. Behind The Steel Curtain - Maruta
19. Chemical Tomb - Maruta
20. Information Economy - Insect Warfare
21. Cellgraft - Insect Warfare
22. Disassembler - Insect Warfare
23. Cancer Of Oppression - Insect Warfare
24. Paranoid Existence - Shitstorm
25. Burning Alive - Shitstorm
26. Brainwashed - Shitstorm
27. Victim - Shitstorm
28. Controlling - Shitstorm
29. Mince Meat Humor - Shitstorm
30. Fuse - Man Will Destroy Himself
31. Empty - Man Will Destroy Himself
32. Human Is The Bastard - Total Fucking Destruction
33. In The Process Of Correcting Thinking Errors - Total Fucking Destruction
34. Welcome To The Fascist Corporate Wastelands Of America, Part One - Total Fucking Destruction
35. Hating Life - Chainsaw To the Face
36. Skewered - Chainsaw To the Face
37. Burnt To Death - Chainsaw To the Face
38. Ripped In Half - Chainsaw To the Face
39. Inevitable Progression - Magrudergrind
40. Heavy Bombing - Magrudergrind
41. Burden - Magrudergrind
42. Forever In A Daze - Brutal Truth
43. You Should Know Better - Brutal Truth
44. Dogs Of War - Brutal Truth
45. Turmoil - Brutal Truth
46. Chytridiomycosis - Asra
47. Cancer - Asra
48. Pig Squealer - Asra
49. Drink In Hand - Wasteoid
50. Bangover - Wasteoid
51. Handcuffed And Fucked - Wasteoid

Fuck The Facts - Disgorge Mexico

Fri, 11 Jul 2008 15:37:03 EST

Canada’s Fuck the Facts returns with their hyper-charged new full-length ‘Disgorge, Mexico’. More streamlined and direct than its predecessor ‘Stigmata Hi-Five’, ‘Disgorge, Mexico’ is an incendiary, hard-hitting grind affair. Far more than just grind bombast, Fuck the Facts has transformed into one of extreme metal’s best new bands

Porkfarm - Blood Harvest

Tue, 15 Jul 2008 13:30:23 EST

Debut EP from this UK band, who play a slaughtering form of gore-infused death metal, kind of like Gorerotted meets Aborted.

Captain Cleanoff - Discography 1998-2001

Tue, 15 Jul 2008 13:34:36 EST

After being out of print and unavailable for way too long, the 2002 MCD from one of Australia ’s most ruthless bands is finally unleashed again! But this time there’s the added bonus of the songs from the incredible split 7”s with Drunkard and Open Wound plus a bunch of furious live songs to give you a thorough face shredding only the likes of these grindcore titans can serve up!! Though their recorded output has been criminally minimal so far and the live shows have been limited, Captain Cleanoff have gained a reputation for being one of the most, if not THE most ferocious band to ever set foot on an Aussie stage due to a coronary-inducingly intense live show and a ridiculously brutal repertoire of top shelf grindcore tunes the likes of which have rarely been heard since the heyday of Earache’s grindcore beginnings! The primal grinding harshness of Napalm Death, the devastating catchy metal riffs of Brutal Truth’s ‘Extreme Conditions…’ and the violent skanking crossover madness of The Accused, but this is no tacky retro-revivalist band, this is straight up, uncontrived, pure honest grindcore from one of the world’s best!!

Abysmal Dawn - Programmed To Consume

Tue, 15 Jul 2008 15:01:16 EST

Abysmal Dawn unleashes a virulent strain of modern death metal on its Relapse Records debut Programmed to Consume. The band’s metallic assault thunders with all the hallmarks of death metal’s finest traits, and prove that Abysmal Dawn is an explosive new force in American death metal.

Phobia - 22 Random Acts Of Violence

Thu, 17 Jul 2008 11:29:35 EST

What can be said about Phobia that has not already been said? After 18 years of touring, partying, and releasing some of the sickest punk infused grind to ever come out of California, they are once again ready to unleash their latest and greatest. 22 Random Acts Of Violence is a grindcore lover’s dream come true. Phobia’s specialty of blending the ferocity of metal with the attitude of punk is in full-force on this new album. Sure to be on year end Top 10 lists everywhere.

Maruta - In Narcosis

Thu, 17 Jul 2008 11:31:24 EST

Maruta (1945): code name for a special project during World War II in which the Imperial Japanese Army used human beings for torturous scientific experiments.
Maruta (2008): 3 dudes from Miami who want to grind your fucking head in. And grind your head in they will with In Narcosis, their debut full-length. Grimy and soiled with a surprising element of groove and head-bopping rhythms, coupled with blasts with such strength and precision you would think Robocop is behind the kit, In Narcosis is a rock solid debut from this promising young trio.

Terminal Function - Measuring The Abstract

Thu, 17 Jul 2008 11:33:06 EST

Evoking the best elements of Meshuggah, Theory in Practice, Cynic and Dream Theater, Terminal Function create a mishmash of chunky chugging rhythms, progressive melodic leads, and Outer Space-like synth passages on their debut, Measuring The Abstract. Sure to please fans of all forms of technical metal.

Severed Savior - Servile Insurrection

Thu, 17 Jul 2008 11:35:12 EST

Severed Savior have made a most-triumphant return after a 5 year break between albums. Servile Insurrection, an 11 track whirlwind of precise and tight technical death metal, see the band pick up right where they left off, delivering some of the most brutal, yet musically adept metal on the face of the planet.

Anaal Nathrakh - Eschaton

Thu, 17 Jul 2008 13:43:53 EST

Anaal Nathrakh's third full-length is nine songs guaranteed to melt everything within 100 ft. of your speakers. Having said that, the mighty duo also show an increasing move toward more musical, memorable territory. It's still the most vicious and off-the-hook metal extremity on the planet! Features guest appearances from Shane Embury and Attila Csihar.

Neuraxis - The Thin Line Between

Fri, 25 Jul 2008 15:38:38 EST

One of the best technical death metal bands out. Get with it, Neuraxis will tear you apart. "The Thin Line Between" sees the addition of Alex Leblanc on vocals to add more dynamics to the mix.

Banishment - Cleansing The Infirm

Fri, 25 Jul 2008 15:51:27 EST

The brand new full length from this brutal technical Cali band. Top notch

Phobia - 22 Acts Short Sleeve Tshirt

Wed, 06 Aug 2008 14:40:49 EST

Phobia -- 22 Random Acts Of Violence - short sleeve tshirt.

Don Caballero - Punkgasm

Wed, 06 Aug 2008 16:24:04 EST

The newest album from these Pittsburgh instrumental weirdos.

Maruta - In Narcosis Short Sleeve Tshirt

Wed, 06 Aug 2008 17:03:51 EST

Maruta - In Narcosis - short sleeve tshirt.

Kill The Client - Cleptocracy

Mon, 11 Aug 2008 13:36:29 EST

Kill The Client play grindcore the way it was meant to be played: fast, loud, and angry as fuck. The 18 tracks that comprise Cleptocracy are so mind-bogglingly violent that you really begin to wonder if there is anyone out there more pissed off than these guys. Well…there isn't. This album will definitely not disappoint.

Man Is The Bastard - Sum Of The Men "The Brutality Continues..."

Mon, 11 Aug 2008 15:54:00 EST

This is the official re-release of the album that was originally on Vermiform, but went out of print after only one pressing. It contains 32 tracks of Man Is The Bastard's signature noise/powerviolence that features not only the "Sum Of The Men" LP, but also the songs from the splits with Bleeding Rectum, Born Against and Sinking Body, and the tracks from their own "A Call For Consciousness" 7". All tracks have been remastered and comes with a booklet complete with lyrics to every one of the songs.

Outlaw Order - Legalize Crime

Mon, 11 Aug 2008 15:56:51 EST

current members of eyehategod (minus jimmy bower) slithered back to life in the crustified form of outlaw order; ultra fucking underground pissed as fuck punk hardcore, as played by heathens and cut their teeth on unhealthy doses of metal. desperate, unpolished, and not watered down. these tracks originally surfaced as a limited edition 7" released in 2003, now long out of press. this release features the "legalize crime" 7" remastered, as well as an unreleased live track...relive the crime.

Cross Examination / Spring Break - Super Party Brothers - Split Cd

Mon, 11 Aug 2008 15:59:42 EST

Two of America's top thrashers come together on this split, combining their love of malt liquor and partying with their worship of bands like Slayer, Suicidal Tendencies, Exodus, Nuclear Assault and RKL, with Cross Examination hailing from Missouri and Spring Break! calling San Diego home (rev hq)

Extortion - Degenerate

Mon, 11 Aug 2008 16:02:37 EST

Perth’s Extortion offer up 19 tracks of thrashy hardcore punk with a severe powerviolence influence, comparable to Infest, Crossed Out, Negative FX or Siege. Amazing. Includes two bonus tracks.

Kill The Client - Cleptocracy Short Sleeve Tshirt

Thu, 14 Aug 2008 15:53:50 EST

Kill The Client - Cleptrocracy short sleeve tshirt.

Flesh Grinder - Crumb's Crunchy Delights Organization

Thu, 14 Aug 2008 16:07:10 EST

Let the dissection begin. The Brazilian Splatter Goregrinders are back. "Crumb's Crunchy Delights Organization" is easily Flesh Grinder's sickest work to date. This new carnage has 16 gruesome tunes entirely based on the trash movie "Bad Taste".
A blood-slashing production by Ciero (Krisiun, ROT, Torture Squad) will make your ears and brain melt in this new goregrind extravaganza.
Fans from Dead Infection, General Surgery, early Exhumed, Blood Freak will dig this vomitous delicious.
Buy now or your fresh meat will be served on a tasty rotten burger with a delicious pus sauce.

Toxic Holocaust - An Overdose Of Death

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 14:16:17 EST

Toxic Holocaust makes good on the threat to unleash the finest metal this side of the 21st century on their Relapse debut An Overdose of Death… An Overdose of Death… is an unstoppable juggernaut of infectious riffs, punk attitude and unforgettable anthems. If you call yourself a fan of metal, punk, or just kick ass rock, this record is nothing less your godsend.

Various Artists - Slimewave Series

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 14:19:38 EST

Slimewave is, without a doubt, one of the fastest and ugliest compilations ever-assembled. Slimewave brings together 44 tracks from twelve of the most influential and offensive international gore-grind and grindcore bands. From the high-impact opening assault of Poland’s Antigama, to the closing of shock-grind kings XXX Maniak, Slimewave is a relentless assault on the ears and mind.

The CD version also features unreleased tracks that were not on the original split 7"s from:
Antigama
Cripple Bastards
Machetazo
Sublime Cadaveric Decomposition
Total Fucking Destruction

Malignancy - Inhuman Grotesqueries (Vinyl)

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 11:24:33 EST

The vinyl version of Malignancy's best record to date! Inhuman Grotesqueries is an extremely brutal and insane blend of death/grind that sees the band pushing boundries in all areas. A pinch harmonic lovers dream, Inhuman Grotesqueries is a benchmark in brutality and pure insanity

Crowpath - One With Filth

Fri, 29 Aug 2008 14:32:34 EST

Crowpath is a complicated beast. Their A.D.D. style of playing somehow meshes perfectly, combining mile-a-minute shredding with hulking doom and heavy-ass riffs that slow things down a bit and clobber your dome into rubble. Completely original and one of the more creative bands in metal today, Crowpath’s One With Filth is one of the most twisted and intriguing albums of the year.

Impaled - The Last Gasp (Vinyl)

Fri, 29 Aug 2008 14:57:11 EST

The vinyl version of Impaled's latest! Internationally infamous and a name in the metal underground for over 10 years, Impaled returns with their fourth full-length recording. Bound to please their loyal following and completely disgust the unwary, "The Last Gasp" is an album wrapped in wit and guts with scalpel-sharp riffs sure to slice and dice.

Ribspreader - Bolted To The Cross

Fri, 29 Aug 2008 15:04:16 EST

Ribspreader - Bolted to the Cross.

Septic Flesh - Sumerian Daemons

Fri, 29 Aug 2008 15:10:30 EST

Leaving behind the gothic / electronic elements of previous effort 'Revolution DNA', Septic Flesh takes a more straightforward death metal direction with lush operatic female vocals. Superb production and very cool artwork.

Nocturnus - The Nocturnus Demos

Fri, 29 Aug 2008 15:12:31 EST

Nocturnus's two early demo recordings on one CD. Lineup features Mike Browning (ex-Morbid Angel, ex-Acheron), Richard Bateman (Nasty Savage, ex-Agent Steel) and Vincent Crowley (Acheron). The primordial echoes of a technical death metal act that inspired a ton of bands. Also includes thick booklet with liner notes and rare photos. (cool trivia note: Savatage's Jon Oliva produced and sang back-ups on 'The Science Of Horror' demo!)

Hate Eternal - Fury And Flames

Fri, 29 Aug 2008 15:15:15 EST

The fourth album from Erik Rutan and Hate Eternal sees the addition of bass heavyweight Alex Webster (Cannibal Corpse, Blotted Science) to the ranks. 'Fury & Flames' is a passionately brutal and diverse trip through the realms of death, largely inspired by and dedicated to Rutan's friend and onetime bandmate, the late Jared Anderson.

Opeth - The Candlelight Years (Boxset)

Fri, 29 Aug 2008 15:18:39 EST

Boxset consisting of their first 3 albums.

The track listing is as follows:

"Orchid" (1995):

01. In Mist She Was Standing
02. Under the Weeping Moon
03. Silhouette
04. Forest of October
05. The Twilight Is My Robe
06. Requiem
07. The Apostle in Triumph
08. Into The Frost of Winter

"Morningrise" (1996):

01. Advent
02. The Night and the Silent Water
03. Nectar
04. Black Rose Immortal
05. To Bid You Farewell
06. Eternal Soul Torture

"My Arms, Your Hearse" (1998):

01. Prologue
02. April Ethereal
03. When
04. Madrigal
05. The Amen Corner
06. Demon of the Fall
07. Credence
08. Karma
09. Epilogue
10. Circle of The Tyrant
11. Remember Tomorrow

Grand Magus - Iron Will

Fri, 29 Aug 2008 15:26:10 EST

1. Like The Oar Strikes The Water
2. Fear Is The Key
3. Hvding
4. Iron Will
5. Silver Into Steel
6. The Shadow Knows
7. Self-Deceiver
8. Beyond Good And Evil
9. I Am The North

As Eden Burns - The Great Celestial Delusion

Fri, 29 Aug 2008 15:35:47 EST

Listening to As Eden Burns makes you feel as if Marty McFly took you back to the mid 90’s and had you listening to some of the greatest melodic death metal ever put to tape. Taking cues from forefathers At The Gates, Carcass, and Dissection, As Eden Burns play their brand of melodic metal with finesse, aggressiveness, and non stop ferocity while never forgetting the importance of song writing.

Burst - Lazarus Bird

Thu, 04 Sep 2008 10:35:02 EST

Acclaimed Swedish quintet Burst return with their long-awaited new record Lazarus Bird. The follow-up to Origo is a tougher and more daring record that maintains the spirit of sonic adventure that has become Bursts calling card. Never a band to submit to the confines of subgenres, Burst refuse to be pigeonholed and in doing so has created nothing less than an epic sonic journey with Lazarus Bird.

End Of All - The Art Of Decadence

Thu, 04 Sep 2008 11:28:55 EST

End Of All encompasses all the best parts of Scandinavian hardcore/metal. If you liked their first album 'Same Shit But Different' you’re going to love this one. And for those of you who haven’t been graced by the auditory enlightenment that is End Of All, think Skitsystem meets Wolfbrigade/Wolfpack meets At The Gates. Every song on this album works on multiple levels.

Nashgul - Humanicidio

Thu, 04 Sep 2008 11:32:52 EST

If you like death metal and you like grind, buy this album and get blown away.31 tracks, combining the best elements of Nasum and Looking For An Answer. One of the best new grindcore bands out there right now... This also includes a 6 minute long live video.

Hellshock - Shadows Of The Afterworld

Thu, 04 Sep 2008 11:36:07 EST

This new, yet very popular Portland crustcore band comes forth with a full length of eight tracks! Powerful and dark anthems for the crust kids the world over.

Destruction - D.E.V.O.L.U.T.I.O.N

Thu, 04 Sep 2008 12:40:48 EST

One of the premiere thrash metal bands in Europe, DESTRUCTION never failed to impress fans and critics alike. But after the very strong “Inventor Of Evil” album (2005) and a collection of their re-recorded classics (“Thrash Anthems”, released in early 2007) it was hard to imagine that the band could hold the extremely high level with this follow-up release. But now “D.E.V.O.L.U.T.I.O.N.” silences all critics with maybe DESTRUCTION´s best performance ever!

As Eden Burns - Short Sleeve Tshirt

Fri, 05 Sep 2008 16:56:09 EST

AS EDEN BURNS - short sleeve tshirt.

Severed Savior - Servile Insurrection Short Sleeve Tshirt

Fri, 05 Sep 2008 16:57:49 EST

SEVERED SAVIOR - short sleeve tshirt

Electric Wizard - We Live

Mon, 08 Sep 2008 12:20:08 EST

Stoner rock, metal gods THE ELECTRIC WIZARD are back! Heavy, right, full with Sabbath influences stoner doom. Includes bonus tracks.

Electric Wizard - Let Us Prey

Mon, 08 Sep 2008 12:22:05 EST

Their fourth album, originally released in 2002. This is the 2008 reissue for the U.S., released on the Candlelight U.S. label. HEAVY AS FUCK.

Deranged - Deranged

Fri, 12 Sep 2008 14:13:56 EST

01. Flesh Rebel
02. Cum On Command
03. Dead Hand Strangulation
04. Endophagy
05. Injected By Filth
06. La Orgia De Los Muertos
07. Humanity; God's Failure
08. Malebolgia
09. Incurable
10. Impulse, Prey, Pleasure
11. Screen Passion
metallica death

Deranged - Iii

Fri, 12 Sep 2008 14:17:00 EST

Powerful, murderously groovy, of mangling intensity and devastating violence.

Deranged - Plainfield Cemetary

Fri, 12 Sep 2008 14:22:18 EST

Top notch production on this Deranged 2002 release.

Deranged - Rated X

Fri, 12 Sep 2008 14:24:32 EST

Chapter One
01. Black Semen Vengeance
02. Killing Spree
03. (Clim) Axe
04. Narcisstic Sleighrider
05. Unleash My Hunger
06. Razor Tongue
07. I'm The Love Undertaker
08. ...As A Wolf
09. Paint It Black

Chapter Two
10. Infernal Vaginal Bleeding
11. The Bowels of My Disma
12. Majestic Hole
13. Sculpture of The Dead

Chapter Three
14. Architects of Perversion
15. Coagulated Seminal Fluids
16. Stairway To Hell
17. Hammer Cottered Rectum
18. Rigid Anatomy Art

Koldborn - The Uncanny Valley

Fri, 12 Sep 2008 14:26:13 EST

Second album from these raging Danish madmen. Catchy groove-laden modern death with enough variety to keep things interesting.

Anarkhon - Obesidade Mórbida

Fri, 12 Sep 2008 14:31:16 EST

Tracks 10-12 are from the 2002 demo
1. Acidental e Torturante Decomposição 05:33
2. A Dor da Imortal Putrefação 02:36
3. Espetáculo de Horror e Tortura 04:45
4. Execução Fetal 04:28
5. Inocentes Anjos Canibais 03:25
6. Obesidade Mórbida 04:21
7. Prazer em Torturar 03:27
8. Violador 05:08
9. Terror, Morte e Antropofagia 06:03
10. Satisfação em Costurar um Corpo Retalhado com Arame Farpado (demo) 03:10
11. Profecias de um Psicopata Carniceiro (demo) 04:00
12. Inocentes Anjos Canibais (demo) 03:18

Ophiolatry / Abhorrence - Split

Fri, 12 Sep 2008 14:34:18 EST

This is the first release of Brazilian label Malignant Art. And what a fucking nice release. I know the two bands for some time and think they belong in the list of brutal death bands from South America! Both doing an old song, new songs and a live song. Ophiolatry is opening with a new one and it set the tone right away. Blasting, pillaging and devouring. And this goes on in the four tracks. only a pity that they do a cover because they have good material themsleves. Lets see if Abhorrence finishes the job. Shit they do. The brutality continues with fast songs, blasting drums and the sawing guitars with furious leads.
Yeah, these are two bands I taped to my black heart. If you like brutal death metal than surely pick these bands and get this split!!

Master - Master Cd+Dvd

Fri, 12 Sep 2008 15:33:30 EST

Killer! Displeased does it right with this reissue of one of the most legendary early death metal albums. Originally recorded in 1990, it now features the original mix, plus two full shows (circa 1990) on the DVD!
01. Pledge Of Allegiance

02. Unknown Soldier

03. Mangled Dehumanization

04. Pay To Die

05. Funeral Bitch

06. Master

07. Bass Solo

08. Children Of The Grave

09. Terrorizer

10. The Truth

Misery Index - Traitors

Wed, 17 Sep 2008 15:04:54 EST

Misery Index's blast-thrash attack continues on 2008's Traitors. On Relapse.

Carnophage - Deformed Future/Genetic Nightmare

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 15:41:34 EST

Ankara, Turkey based act Carnophage are another strong addition to the Turkish extreme metal scene alongside Cenotaph, Decimation and Heretic Soul. Debuting on California death metal specialist label Unique Leader Records with "Deformed Future//Genetic Nightmare" and given their strong Suffocation, Hate Eternal influence it's hardly a surprise why they were signed in the first place. Like Decrepit Birth before them Carnophage present semi-technical death metal with lacerating riffing, evil sounding leads/solos, audible bass lines and spectacular drumming that recalls the pioneers of the genre. The riffing is reminiscent of Broken Hope, the song structures remind of label mates Beheaded while the overall presentation has a strong vibe of Suffocation's significant debut "Effigy Of the Forgotten". The production is clear and brick heavy. The guitar tone is thick, meaty but retains enough clarity, the bass lines are audible and rumble strongly in the back whereas the the various sections of the drum kit sound easily identifiable. Coming with stunning artwork by the much in demand Par Olofsson (Banishment, Hour Of Penance, Spawn Of Possession) "Deformed Future//Genetic Nightmare" is probably the most accomplished sounding album the Turkish scene has to offer at this point and it might very well become the benchmark to which all other bands will be measured in a few short years.

Trees - Lights Bane

Mon, 29 Sep 2008 14:29:17 EST

The debut album from the Portland quartet Trees delivers two epic tracks of monolithic, blackened doom metal with a twisted, noise-damaged approach and a dank basement vibe. Trees craft glacial abstract riffs and rivers of ashen amplifier goo that fans of feedback-laden heaviosity will find highly satisfying, a kind of grinding, slow-motion black hole psychedelia that has a similiar hypnotic death-ritual quality as artists like Bloody Panda and Khanate, but with their own unique trance state of swirling guitar textures, horrific jet black dronescapes and ghoulish, excoriating vocals. Features members of the PDX psych-sludge outfit Tecumseh (Important Records). This CD edition of the TREE's debut comes in a Stoughton printed 4-panel gatefold case.

Year Of No Light - Nord

Mon, 29 Sep 2008 14:32:42 EST

As part of our current plundering of the French art-metal underground, Crucial Blast presents the North American release of 'Nord', the colossal debut from French ensemble Year Of No Light that was originally released via the French label Radar Swarm in 2006. Year Of No Light bring an amazing set of songwriting chops to the 10 songs that make up 'Nord', a heavy, chugging metallic monster that channels both gloomy atmospherics reminiscent of The Cure, and crushing Neurosis-inspired dirgecore, heavy, raw, and lumbering, but at times extremely beautiful and epic. To us, YEAR OF NO LIGHT's Nord seems to orbit the guitar-heavy early 90's alt rock of bands like Swervedriver and Dinosaur Jr., The Cure and My Bloody Valentine, just as much as it draws from the arty, crushing metallic post-hardcore pioneered by Old Man Gloom and Neurosis. Sure, there are a ton of bands out there that touch upon similiar influences, but we can't think of anyone recently that has delivered an album in this style that is quite this catchy and well-written. Nord flows seamlessly between passages of ultra melodic rock and frenzied bursts of dissonant, crushing hardcore, to austere radiant guitar figures and gorgeous ambient drones, to massive doomy dirge metal, utterly gorgeous Loveless-esque melodic bliss, and some almost folksy, but unbelievably EPIC riffs, with powerful, strained vocals fighting through their wall of sound. Presented in a 4-panel gatefold case from Stumptown Printers, and featuring all new artwork.

Gronibard - We Are French Fukk You

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 11:15:23 EST

Second full-length from Gronibard. On Bones Brigade.

Ghoul - We Came For The Dead / Maniaxe

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 11:20:44 EST

1st 2 albums on 1 digipack CD. Remixed, Remastered, Re-diculous.

Maruta - Tan Short Sleeve Tshirt

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 12:59:05 EST

Tan colored Maruta tshirt.

Maruta - Mark Riddick Short Sleeve Tshirt

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 13:00:35 EST

Grey colored Maruta tshirt.

Maruta - Black Short Sleeve Tshirt

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 13:01:34 EST

Maruta tshirt; black.

Maruta - Crucified Short Sleeve Tshirt

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 13:02:41 EST

Features artwork from In Narcosis. The actual shirt does not have "In Narcosis" written on the front like the picture shows. Back design reads "In Narcosis".

Noisear - Pyroclastic Annhiallation

Fri, 17 Oct 2008 12:46:21 EST

21 Tracks of uncompromising sociopolitical Insanity from New Mexico.Noisear has been around for about some years, would describe the music as technical grindcore as grind goes into bands like Discordance Axis, Assuck, Lethargy, Human Remains, Gride, 324, Rotten Sound but closer to traditional Grindcore. Excellent sound, a must have for all Grindcore freaks!

Weekend Nachos - Punish And Destroy / Torture

Fri, 17 Oct 2008 12:49:12 EST

Chicago's Weekend Nachos blaze through 25 songs of high-powered violence on this debut full-length. They take the raw thrash of bands like Infest and Lack of Interest and throw in the doom and sludge of Eyehategod to create an ugly mix of hardcore and metal. Also includes their debut EP Torture. 45 tracks total of ultra power-violence!

Insect Warfare - World Extermination

Fri, 17 Oct 2008 12:51:34 EST

Surpassing the brutality displayed on their earlier 7" EPs, Insect Warfare deliver some of the fiercest grindcore since Napalm Death`s From Enslavement on this LP. Seriously, this needs to be heard to be believed. No tech, no minimalist noise, this is pure, straight forward, raw grindcore that no other band seems able to deliver these days. While the larger death metal labels are salivating over this band, IxWx stay true to their DIY roots and prove that 1000mph raw grindcore belongs in the underground. Be prepared for slaughter.

Incinerate - Anatomize

Fri, 17 Oct 2008 17:12:33 EST

The sophomore release from Incinerate finally surfaces! With Erlend Caspersen (Blood Red Throne, Vile) on Bass and Darren Cesca (ex-Arsis, Goratory) on Drums. Features guest vocals by Mike Majewski (Devourment). Produced by Dave Otero (Cephalic Carnage), with artwork by Tony Koehl.

Emeth - Telesis

Fri, 17 Oct 2008 17:33:03 EST

Emeth have transcended the confinements of death metal, crafting an album that’s simultaneously brutal, melodic, technically complex yet instantly accessible. Telesis redefines the meaning and redirects the evolution of modern extreme metal, forcing the entire genre to take notice.

Intronaut - Prehistoricisms

Thu, 23 Oct 2008 11:24:54 EST

Mixing intelligence and intensity all the while bringing psychedelic brutality, Intronaut have captivating hooks and unpredictable time changes. The essence of thinking mans metal that is so refreshing, it's a wake up call to the forece fed masses. For fans of High On Fire, Isis, Torche, Opeth and Mastodon. (2008) Track Listing: Primordial Soup / The Literal Black Cloud / Cavernous Den Of Shame / Prehistoricisms / Any Port / Sundial / Australopithecus / The Reptilian Brain / I. Sleep / II. Eat / III. Shit / IV. Fight / V. Fuck.

Into Eternity - The Incurable Tragedy

Thu, 23 Oct 2008 11:30:48 EST

Canada's premiere melodic metal act INTO ETERNITY follows-up the critically-lauded The Scattering of Ashes with their first concept album. Titled The Incurable Tragedy, the recording was inspired by the deaths of guitarist/vocalist Tim Roth's father and two best friends, Dave and Danny Stephenson, all of whom succumbed to cancer within the span of a year. Roth channeled his emotions into a moving and riveting album that pushes the band to extremes. (2008) Track Listing: Prelude To Woe / Tides Of Blood / Spent Years Of Regret / Symptoms / Diagnosis Terminal / The Incurable Tragedy I (Sept. 21, 2006) / Indignation / Time Immemorial / The Incurable Tragedy II (Nov. 10, 2006) / A Black Light Ending / One Funeral Hymn For Three / The Incurable Tragedy III (Dec. 15, 2007).

Cryptopsy - The Unspoken King

Thu, 23 Oct 2008 11:38:55 EST

Not exactly a 'Cold Lake' or 'St. Anger', but this 2008 album from Cryptopsy signalled such a change (basically a move toward the trendy 'deathcore' sound) that controversy rages whenever its name comes up. You decide.

Jeff Loomis - Zero Order Phase

Thu, 23 Oct 2008 11:45:47 EST

Nevermore's guitarist offers an instrumental album of awesome metallic shredding, but also very song-based and memorable, with proggy tendencies and plenty of melody within the aggression. Features guest spots by Ron Jarzombek (Spastic Ink, Blotted Science, Watchtower), Pat O'Brien (Cannibal Corpse, ex-Nevermore) and inhuman bassist Michael Manring...even producer Neil Kernon plays fretless guitar on "Cashmere Shiv".

Krisiun - Southern Storm

Thu, 23 Oct 2008 11:47:38 EST

The Brazilian trio do it again 2008! Unrelenting death metal with razor-sharp rhythmic precision and mindblowing lead guitar work.

Four Question Marks - Titan

Fri, 24 Oct 2008 12:40:13 EST

A crushing sound of modern hardcore/metal, somewhere between the realms of Today Is The Day and Mastodon, but F.Q.M. are clearly their own band. Dark harmonies, intense vocals, churning groove...indeed, this is truly titanic stuff.

Brutal Rebirth - Hate Over All

Fri, 24 Oct 2008 12:42:52 EST

Angry, brutal, straightforward fucking death metal from France...solid, solid stuff.

Today Is The Day - Axis Of Eden

Fri, 24 Oct 2008 12:44:54 EST

Experimental-terror-metal noise heroes Today Is the Day are a full-on horror show. Harder, heavier and just plain truer, TITD is the real, zero-compromise deal. Today is the Day formed in 1992 gaining recognition throughout the underground of Metal and Hardcore. The band's founder, lead guitarist/vocalist and producer, Steve Austin doesn't live on Earth. Riffs are created when atoms collide and explode in a nuclear fusion of total madness. Austin and Co. have figured out how to lull the listener into a sickening trance only to pummel them with the next dose of pure hate and chaos. The band has released seven albums (six studio and one live) and each one is more electrifyingly frightening than the last. Today Is The Day couldn't get any scarier. A Psychedelic Bloodbath Onstage, Today Is the Day is a frothing, sinewy manifestation of metal energy--a nuclear id collapsing sex, power, and religion upon themselves. A self-actualized concept of good and evil; the absence of tolerance, pity, and devotion to God; insatiable hedonism: Toss these traits in the blender, amplify with detuned, molten speed metal, add visceral sound bites from film noir, and the resulting deformity will resemble Today Is the Day.
01. Ied 02. Free At Last 03. Broken Promises And Dead Dreams 04. If You Want Peace Prepare For War 05. No Lung Baby 06. Black Steyr Aug 07. My Wish Is Your Command 08. Circus Maximus 09. Total Resistance 10. The Worst Thing That Ever Happened To Me 11. Axis Of Eden 12. Desolation

Complete Failure - Perversions Of Guilt

Fri, 24 Oct 2008 12:48:47 EST

Based in Pittsburgh, PA, Complete Failure's sound is described as anthemic crust/hardcore and punishing grindcore, building upon elements of bands such as His Hero is Gone, Terrorizer, Neurosis and Converge. Signed to Steve (Today Is The Day) Austin's label.

Pyaemia - Cerebral Cereal

Wed, 29 Oct 2008 14:31:44 EST

From the liner notes: We dedicate this album to the gods of death/grind, Suffocation. Any questions? On Unique Leader.

Lordi - Deadache

Fri, 07 Nov 2008 11:02:13 EST

LORDI, the biggest monster band in the land, prepare once again to storm the planet with their much anticipated fourth album "Deadache," a horror-themed collection of catchy, melodic, and distinctly rough-edged hard rock anthems. Beware, the end is near!

Nadja - Skin Turns To Glass

Fri, 07 Nov 2008 11:04:09 EST

Nadja creates music that has been variously described as drone metal, ambient doom, and shoegazer, incorporating influences from such diverse artists as Swans, Godflesh, My Bloody Valentine, & Codeine. Nadja combines soundscapes, electronics, & atmospheric vocals with snail-crawl, epic riffs & dirge-like percussion, tempering the cacophany with a certain ethereal melodicism such that the listener is enveloped in a sublimating wall of amorphous sound.

"Nadja’s unabashed love of atonal classical music beams (albeit dully) throughout, stressing lack-of-form over function, making something normally scary into something wholly frightening." - DECIBEL

"When Toronto electro-metal duo Nadja are at the height of their powers, the entire world feels as if it could collapse beneath the pressure of a manipulated guitar, a drum machine, a bass, and two bent voices." - Grayson Currin, PITCHFORK MEDIA

For Fans of: My Bloody Valentine, Jesu, Godflesh, Sunn O))), Earth, Om, Pelican, Swans

Novembers Doom - Of Sculptured Ivy And Stone Flowers (Reissue)

Fri, 07 Nov 2008 11:08:32 EST

Novembers Doom has re-issued their long out of print "Of Sculptured Ivy and Stone Flowers" with new artwork and bonus tracks. It's back even better than ever.

"...tons of despair...death/doom metal with effective and strong songwriting..." - BW&BK

"...complex, dynamic, highly emotional dark heavy metal..." - Blabbermouth.net

For Fans of: My Dying Bride, Paradise Lost, Opeth, Candlemass, Trouble, St. Vitus, Winter, Solitude Aeturnus
01. With Rue And Fire
02. The Jealous Sun
03. Suffer The Red Dream
04. All The Beauty Twice Again
05. Reaping Forest Calm
06. For Every Leaf That Falls
07. Serenity Forgotten
08. Forever With Unopened Eye
09. Dawn Breaks
10. Serenity Remembered
11. For Every Leaf That Falls (Soft Version)
12. Forever With Unopened Eye (Soft Version)

Novembers Doom - Amid Its Hallowed Mirth (Reissue)

Fri, 07 Nov 2008 11:11:00 EST

Novembers Doom has reissued their 1995 debut "Amid its Hallowed Mirth" with new artwork, remastered
and with bonus tracks.

“...dark and dynamic...haunting acoustic passages flow effortlessly into crushing doom..” – Metal Maniacs

"...powerful doom metal laced with death metal and dark overtones..." - Metal Attack

Novembers Doom - The Novella Vosselaar Dvd

Fri, 07 Nov 2008 11:20:13 EST

On November 10th, 2007, Novembers Doom performed in Vosselaar, Belgium at the Biebob. The evening was captured on audio and video for the release of the band's first live DVD, titled 'The Novella Vosselaar: Live in Belgium'. Recorded in front of a capacity audience, the set list covers material from their long career. Ranging from fast and heavy to slow melancholy ballads, the set was chosen to cover all aspects of their musical direction.

Also includes three promotional videos. 'The Novella Vosselaar: Live in Belgium' is a perfect way for fans all over the world to experience Novembers Doom live, who may not have had the opportunity to attend a performance, or for those who wish to enjoy the live atmosphere in the comfort of home.
Live Performance
1. Rain
2. The Novella Reservoir
3. Dark World Burden
4. With Rue and Fire
5. Autumn Reflection
6. For Every Leaf That Falls
7. The Day I Return
8. Not The Strong
9. The Voice of Failure
10. Silent Tomorrow
11. Within My Flesh
12. Drown the Inland Mere
13. The Pale Haunt Departure

Promotional Videos
1. Rain
2. Autumn Reflection
3. The Pale Haunt Departure

Fan Made Videos
1. Twilight Innocence
2. Dark World Burden
3. Broken
4. The Lifeless Silhouette

Sculptured - Embodiment

Fri, 07 Nov 2008 11:23:32 EST

The long-awaited follow-up to 2000's 'Apollo Ends', ‘Embodiment finds Don Anderson (Agalloch) and band (members from Winds, Age Of Silence and Estradasphere) fusing together avantgarde, traditional/classic and death metal.

"Sculptured is an oasis of originality in a desert of doldrums. If you really want to expand your horizons, shatter your conditioned expectations, and pummel your paradigms, then few bands can satisfy your taste for change the way Sculptured can." - Metal Maniacs

"Their marriage of melodic metal and disorienting prog rock is seamless." - Terrorizer
01. Taking My Body Apart
02. The Shape Of Rage
03. A Moment Of Uncertainty
04. Bodies Without Organs
05. Embodiment Is The Purest Form Of Horror

Khold - Hundre Ar Gammal

Fri, 07 Nov 2008 11:48:43 EST

Respected for their raw, artistic and completely unique take on black metal, two-time Norwegian Alarm Award nominee returns with their fifth album.

Sourvein - Imperial Bastard

Fri, 07 Nov 2008 11:51:34 EST

Blacktide Music says of Sourvein, “ominous riffs, which launch into despair-ridden breakdowns the likes of which would make Eyehategod tremble with fear.” This is a special/limited ep. New full-length album planned for release in 2009.

Anaal Nathrakh - Hell Is Empty, And All The Devils Are Here

Fri, 07 Nov 2008 11:56:50 EST

Anaal Nathrakh was created for one purpose: to be the soundtrack for armageddon, the audial essence of evil, hatred and violence, the true spirit of necro taken to its musical extremes. It has never been subject to hype, never been a vehicle for personal promotion, and never claimed anything it couldn't deliver musically. 'Hell Is Empty, And All The Devils Are Here'...such is the belief and fear reflected by the title of the band's fourth studio album. A rabid whirlwind, a storm of schizophrenic malice, wide-eyed terror and inhuman hatred and venom that is as authoritative in its genre defying-convulsions as it is downright vile. Having featured several notable guest appearances through their recording career, Anaal Nathrakh are this time aided and abetted in their chaos by Josama Bin Horvath of American ultra-grind band Circle Of Dead Children and are reunited with slave to the grind Shane Embury of Napalm Death.

Immolation - Here In After

Fri, 07 Nov 2008 12:00:13 EST

Crushing U.S. death metal from one of the genre's finest purveyors of the form.

Immolation - Close To A World Below

Fri, 07 Nov 2008 12:05:04 EST

01. Higher Coward 02. Father You're Not A Father 03. Furthest From The Truth 04. Fall From A High Place 05. Unpardonable Sin 06. Lost Passion 07. Put My Hand In The Fire 08. Close To A World Below

Omnium Gatherum - The Red Shift

Fri, 07 Nov 2008 12:11:40 EST

4TH MASTERPIECE OF MELODIC DEATH METAL FROM FINLANDS OMNIUM GATHERUM
Omnium Gatherum´s 4th album "The Redshift" was nailed and furled at Sound Supreme & SouthEastSounds Studios during the spring days of 2008 and it was mixed and mastered at Unisound Studio in Sweden by the legendary metal-mastermind Dan Swanö, who commented the album with his nice words: "I hate bands like Omnium Gatherum, They are so good it pisses me off!!! Their fine blend of melody and aggression is so good I actually thought about stealing the record and release it as my own :) You won´t find a better album in years." "The redshift" really introduces the camp OG in it´s very strongest form to date! The album is full of contrasts; melodic but yet brutal, lots of changing atmospheres, moods from sorrow to joy and from hope to despair, very catchy but still stand outs lots of listenin and sands of time - An OG milestone, a classic! ...And it´s all about riding the red shift! The Redshift riders can be seen touring in Europe with Nile & Grave in autumn 2008.

Grand Magus - Monument

Fri, 07 Nov 2008 12:16:08 EST

Swedish behemoths Grand Magus have the uncanny knack of effortlessly fusing bluesy classic hard rock emotion, with the unashamed spirit of balls out heavy metal. This is achieved with a titanic groove and finesse, which is then ploughed deeply and gloriously into a sub nadir pit of bleakest doom. The end result is a volcanic mutation of bombastic proportions, spewing out the words ‘true metal’ with a contemporary fire that makes ash of all it’s bad hair styled pretenders. Leading the crusade is JB, a pure visionary whose soulful vocals & passionate lyrical themes relate to strength of spirit, determination and individuality. The lyrics and sentiment literally bleed from the man with an overwhelming sense of conviction.

Grand Magus - Grand Magus

Fri, 07 Nov 2008 12:19:55 EST

Debut full length.

Kaamos - Kaamos

Fri, 07 Nov 2008 12:22:32 EST

Stockholm's Kaamos deliver a purely refined strain of Death Metal, this album will remind you why you got into Death Metal in the first place. Influences like Grave, Autopsy, Vomitory spring to mind, but essentially Kaamos have produced another terrorizing slab of extreme music.

She Said Destroy - Time Like Vines

Fri, 07 Nov 2008 12:25:18 EST

She Said Destroy from Oslo, Norway is a tight, brutal and menacing metal machine. From their inception in 2000 they have worked to create blasting audio terror with neck breaking tempo changes, haunting thrash grooves and grinding riffs that rush forth chaotically, injected with bloodcurdling vocal attacks.
Drawing influences from noise rock, thrash, death metal and black metal alike, this unit has through both live performances and recorded material started to pry the eyes and ears of the metal community open, setting the record straight on what extreme metal anno 2006 really should sound like.
She Said Destroy have never been afraid of trampling down traditional values within the scene on their path to create the best tunes – as in the creational process of any true artist, the sky is the limit. All hail the new breed.

Overmars - Affliction, Endocrine...Vertigo

Fri, 07 Nov 2008 12:27:34 EST

Transcending the strict notion of a classic "rock band", this French septet known as Overmars attempts to go further than what you can expect from your average post-hardcore / metal band. The band doesn't belong to any defined musical scenes, mixing their punk-hardcore, metal and noise influences with post-rock, psychedelic, progressive and atmospheric elements. Add to this uncommon blend a strong will to communicate through intelligent lyrics, essays, drawings, pictures and videos – that’s Overmars.

Ansur - Axiom

Fri, 07 Nov 2008 12:31:26 EST

ANSUR's debut album, "Axiom", was recorded in their own studio from July to December 2005. The material on "Axiom" varies from brutal tracks like "Earth Erasure" to more progressive ones like "The Axiom Depicted" and "Desert Messiah". The conceptual lyrics are based on a chronological story and flow very well within the epic and grand darkness of the album. The underground press has already had a taste of what’s to come. Norwegian online magazine Enslaved by Metal, quoted the Axiom as “…too impressive to avoid”, while Maelstrom Magazine said: "Axiom is an addictive mixture of mathematical patterns with the brilliantly subtle implementation of acoustic guitars that strongly add to clarity in sound and the sense of threat and disaster.” AllThingsMetal.com concluded with Axiom being “…a perfect mix of brains and artistic enjoyment.”

Scum - Gospels For The Sick

Fri, 07 Nov 2008 12:37:31 EST

Featuring present or former members of Amen, Zyklon, Emperor, Turbonegro and Mindgrinder, Scum leans toward the dirty hardcore/punk end of the extreme music spectrum. A worthy project from some seriously respected veterans.

Amon Amarth - Once Sent From The Golden Hall

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 13:21:39 EST

Deeply rooted in death metal with firm beliefs in Viking mythology, AMON AMARTH formed in 1992 in Tumba, Sweden, a southern suburb of Stockholm. They began writing material with an abundance of melodies, harmonies and lyrics about Vikings and the northern gods. In March 1997 AMON AMARTH entered again Abyss Studios to record their Metal Blade debut "Once Sent From The Golden Hall" with Peter Tägtgren. The result proved that they were destined to become force of fury in the Swedish Death Metal scene and beyond.

Deeds Of Flesh - Of What's To Come

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 15:07:18 EST

The forefathers of technical extreme metal are back after 2 years since the huge success of their last release "Crown Of Souls". Their latest effort "Of What's To Come" is nothing short of a masterpiece combining the usual Deeds Of Flesh sound with many added new elements, twisted and memorable guitar riffs and lead work, blistering drums, powerful vocals and mind blowing bass lines.
Easily one of the most highly anticipated new releases in its genre.

Lecherous Nocturne - The Age Of Miracle Has Passed

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 15:09:17 EST

Lecherous Nocturne combines grinding riffs, blistering drums, and ferocious vocals to deliver a scathing firestorm of blackened death metal. Technical yet coherent songwriting and relentless intensity make "The Age of Miracles Has Passed" a must-have for fans of innovative extreme metal.
Recorded with Bob Moore at Soundlab recording studio, be sure to check them out on the next Bloodletting tour this winter!.

Gride - Horizont Udalosti

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 15:24:55 EST

This is new GRIDE, cult. There´s no need to say more. The best GRIDE stuff so far, balancing on the edge of musical psychosis, lyrics, that send shivers down your spine. Unique thrashcore/grind/fastcore mix with a very sharp edge!!!

Massgrave - 5 Years Of Grinding Crust Core

Wed, 26 Nov 2008 13:19:54 EST

Canada's Massgrave compile a collection of their first 6 vinyl releases on one cd. Their first ep "Survival of the Richest", their LP "People are the Problem", and split 7"s with Global Holocaust, Poser Disposer, Pretty Little Flower and Warfair? Massgrave play a brutal blend of early 90's style crust-core, and early death grind, often compared to Extreme Noise Terror and old Napalm Deat

Putrescence - Fatal White Pustules Upon Septic Organs

Wed, 26 Nov 2008 13:23:57 EST

This 16 track full length onslaught of gruesome deathgrind mixed with an enraged thrash brain hammering is the third gory chapter in the Putrescence reign of horror, fear and toxic plasma. These new studio tracks along with some live and previously unreleased material is a true blackedout drunk poseur-stomping party from the depths of hell. Come for the defecation, stay for the vomit...

Mastic Scum - The Ep's Collection 1993-2002

Wed, 26 Nov 2008 13:26:35 EST

Well, this CD will contain all EP`s released on vinyl, including 32 tracks with 2 unreleased tracks.This compilation starts with the latest EP "crap" which was out 2002 and goes back to the first 12” EP "ephemeral cerebral butchery" released in 1993. Altogether this collection contains 6 EPs - 4 of them came out as Split EPs with different cool bands. There are also some cover tracks on this collection and 2 unreleased tracks.

Embalming Theatre / Swarrrm - Split-Personality

Wed, 26 Nov 2008 13:29:47 EST

10 new tracks from swizz grind bastards number one and 6 awesome live tracks from Swarrrm

Splitter / F.U.B.A.R. - Split

Wed, 26 Nov 2008 13:33:51 EST

Splitter with swedish grindcore at it's finest. Eight new rounds of groovy chaotic tragedy grind for your pleasure. plus FUBAR: Fucked Up Beyond All Recognition! 12 new fast and furious grindcore songs with a crusty toutch!

Leng Tch'e / Fuck The Facts - Split

Wed, 26 Nov 2008 13:39:06 EST

4 tracks from Leng Tch's, 6 from Fuck The Facts.

Misery Index / Mumakil - Split

Wed, 26 Nov 2008 13:42:34 EST

Four new blistering deathgrind attacks from MISERY INDEX recorded in 2007 and also four new tracks by swizz blastcore masters MUMAKIL. Both bands recording their tracks exclusive for this release.

Crowpath - One With Filth Short Sleeve Tshirt

Thu, 11 Dec 2008 09:52:48 EST

Crowpath - One With Filth - short sleeve tshirt. The front graphic appears on the left side of the shirt front and the back graphic is at the bottom of the shirt.

Severed Savior - Sweatpants

Thu, 11 Dec 2008 10:15:30 EST

Keep warm and stay br00tal in the winter months with these Severed Savior sweatpants.

Agoraphobic Nosebleed / Insect Warfare - Split

Thu, 11 Dec 2008 10:32:26 EST

A short split release between ANB and Insect Warfare. On Relapse.

Relentless / Ruin - Split

Thu, 11 Dec 2008 10:36:17 EST

In 2006 the death metal juggernaut known as COLDWORKER came to life when RELENTLESS and RUIN morphed into one band. On this split album, RELENTLESS fuse the brutality of American extremity with classic European riffing while RUIN take a decidedly more savage approach to the classic Swedish death metal archetype. Both bands deliver nothing short of pure Swedish death-crush!

Pig Destroyer - Natasha

Thu, 11 Dec 2008 10:40:20 EST

Pig Destroyer brings you the story of Natasha over one, 35+ minute track of slow-motion, punishing doom more akin to early Melvins or Godflesh than the muscular grind they are known for. Now available as its own limited edition digipack and LP, Natasha is yet another striking chapter in the illustrious Pig Destroyer canon.

Brutal Truth - For Drug Crazed Grind Freaks Only!

Thu, 11 Dec 2008 10:47:17 EST

For Drug Crazed Grind Freaks Only! is a blistering live set that captures grindcore’s best band at their prime with all levels in the red. Initial pressing includes a free silk-screened Brutal Truth patch.

The Dillinger Escape Plan - Under The Running Board (Reissue + Bonus)

Thu, 11 Dec 2008 10:57:39 EST

Under the Running Board blew minds with the band’s wildly-original and innovative music. Find out where the legend began! The classic mini-CD reborn with 10 bonus tracks!

Today Is The Day - Sadness Will Prevail/Live Til You Die

Thu, 11 Dec 2008 11:05:36 EST

Two albums for the price of one.

Suffocation - Despise The Sun

Thu, 11 Dec 2008 11:31:57 EST

New York death metal legends Suffocation are one of the most influential bands in the history of extreme music. The band's (almost) final testament, the unbelievably powerful Despise the Sun, is also their most accomplished material. Experience the recording that has been called metal's most extreme moment!

Terminal Function - Short Sleeve Tshirt

Mon, 15 Dec 2008 15:29:04 EST

Terminal Function - Measuring The Abstract - short sleeve tshirt.

December - Praying, Hoping, Nothing (Reissue)

Thu, 18 Dec 2008 11:50:53 EST

Re-issue of the band's trailblazing 1998 metal-core record swimming in an aggro-tech sound. Features all new artwork and 4 bonus tracks, including a brand new studio song along with covers of Skunk Anansie, Death Angel, and Motorhead.

Dream Theater - Systematic Chaos (Double Vinyl)

Thu, 18 Dec 2008 11:53:59 EST

Amazing double-vinyl edition of Dream Theater's 'Systematic Chaos'. On 180-gram vinyl!!!

Katatonia - Last Fair Deal Gone Down (Double Vinyl)

Thu, 18 Dec 2008 11:56:26 EST

Beautiful double vinyl edition of Katatonia's 2001 opus, 'Last Fair Deal Gone Down'. Comes in a gatefold sleeve, numbered out of 1500 copies. Adds bonus tracks "Sulfur", "March 4" and "Help Me Disappear".

Katatonia - Tonight's Decision (Double Vinyl)

Thu, 18 Dec 2008 11:59:09 EST

Killer double vinyl edition of Katatonia's 'Tonight's Decision'. Comes in a gatefold sleeve, and is numbered out of 1500 copies. Adds bonus tracks "No Devotion" and "Fractured".

Municipal Waste - The Art Of Partying (Picture Vinyl)

Thu, 18 Dec 2008 12:01:47 EST

Limited picture disc vinyl edition of this thrashaholic opus.

Vital Remains - Into Cold Darkness (Digi W/2 Bonus)

Thu, 18 Dec 2008 12:06:31 EST

Originally released in 1992 on the British Peaceville records this satanic death metal masterpiece finally sees a new re-issue on Digipak format. This is Vital Remains in their rawest form, crushing with luciferious anger for the new age messiah

Early Man - Beware The Circling Fin

Thu, 18 Dec 2008 12:08:20 EST

The highly anticipated return of Early Man!
EARLY MAN have their formula nailed down: riffs that detonate on impact, a rhythm section on fire and vocals that soar to Mt. Olympus. Three long years after their debut, the band returns finally with the fast, thrashy, straight-to-the-jugular attack of their EP, “Beware The Circling Fin.”

Horna - Envaatnags Eflos Solf Esgantaavne (W/ Bonus)

Thu, 18 Dec 2008 12:12:53 EST

2005 release from the sinister kult wolf of Horna. Relentless raw black metal from the top underground band from Finland. Songs played at insane speeds casting their evil spells and portraying folkish soundscapes. One of the best black metal bands out there. Do not compromise!

Dead To This World - First Strike For Spiritual Renewance

Fri, 19 Dec 2008 11:36:13 EST

Dead To This World is the new project of Iscariah (NECROPHAGIA, ex-IMMORTAL), with all drums played by Kvitrafn (ex-GORGOROTH). This album is as simple as this: old school thrash/black metal that kicks ass! Fast paced guitars, thunderous vocals, nice rhythms, aggressive riffs and blast beats that will rip your head off.

Demolition Hammer - Necrology: A Complete Anthology

Fri, 19 Dec 2008 11:38:57 EST

Demolition Hammer were a thrash/death metal band from The Bronx, New York, who have always been cherished and sought-after in the metal underground. This 2-CD collection compiles all 3 of their studio albums plus 2 demo tracks and a video clip. All tracks have been re-mastered an includes liner notes by John Kevill of Warbringer.

Into Eternity - The Scattering Of Ashes (Ltd. Ed. Reissue)

Fri, 19 Dec 2008 11:41:41 EST

Into Eternity raise the bar with stunning musical virtuosity and truly original ideas that will have fans with their jaws on the floor. These guys ease so thoroughly through the disparate extremes of brutality and melody that heavy metal’s potential is reborn. This bonus disc features 5 songs, 3 from their self titled debut and 1 track each from the first 2 albums. Plus, music videos, live footage and guitar lessons.

Nachtmystium - Assassins: Black Meddle Pt. 1

Fri, 19 Dec 2008 11:50:22 EST

Nachtmystium are an atmospheric black metal band that hails from the US. They are strongly influenced by the low-fi sounds of Darkthrone and Burzum and in recent years gathered additional influences from ambient and psychedelic artists. This new album showcases the bands most prolific and expansive sound to date with guests from Yakuza and Pharaoh making their marks as well. Dive deep into a world of black metal madness!

Grave - You'll Never See/And Here I Die Satisfied (Reissue)

Fri, 19 Dec 2008 11:53:28 EST

Re-issue of their second and third CD, with new packaging and liner notes written by the band.

Grave - Into The Grave/Tremendous Pain (Reissue)

Fri, 19 Dec 2008 11:55:28 EST

"The long-awaited re-issue of Grave's 1991 release, combined with songs from their 1990 Tremendous Pain 7"", In The Eyes Of Death compilation, and demo songs. All re-mastered with new photos, liner notes and layouts.

Hellhammer - Demon Entrails (2Cd Digi)

Fri, 19 Dec 2008 11:58:04 EST

There are countless Hellhammer demo bootlegs, but they all utterly fail to capture the true "kvlt" aura, to represent the band as it actually was. They've been compiled from dismal multi-generation copies of the original tapes and are invariably riddled with factual & historical errors and/or lies. Demon Entrails is the first official release of the legendary Hellhammer demos since the original limited cassette editions in 1983.

Doom:Vs - Dead Words Speak

Mon, 22 Dec 2008 15:08:49 EST

After the very well-received 'Aeternum Vale' CD of 2006, Draconian's Johan Ericson returns with the second Doom:VS album--an utterly dark work of foreboding doom.

Minotauri - Ii

Mon, 22 Dec 2008 15:11:25 EST

Second full-length album from this pure doom metal band from Finland. Formed by Morningstar's Ari Honkonen, the band have drawn parallels to Pentagram, proving their worthiness over a series of EPs and their 2004 debut full-length. 2007's 'II' sees Minotauri one step closer to taking top seat in the doom metal throneroom.

Pantheist - Journey Through Lands Unknown

Mon, 22 Dec 2008 15:13:50 EST

Third full-length from this Belgian band. A walloping 62 minutes of experimental funeral doom.

Fall Of The Leafe - Aerolithe

Mon, 22 Dec 2008 15:18:10 EST

Fall Of The Leafe's dark, gothic, progressive approach takes it most convincing and lucid shape on 2007's 'Aerolithe' (their sixth album). A bit heavier and more straightforward than 'Vantage', you will still hear a band coming up with interesting music that does not conform to any genre-specific restrictions.

Squash Bowels - For Dead God - International Devastation

Thu, 08 Jan 2009 13:58:06 EST

Includes all of this:

"Fürgott" demo '94
- Guzzling away from inside
- The Sickening Interpersonal Relations
- Human Accelerations
- Greetings from Poland
- Right to Live
- Mutilations Corporations (NAPALM DEATH cover version) *
- Disharmonized Voices

"Dead?" demo '95
- Noise Product
- Surge of Assurance
- A Suspect
- New Standards
- More Our Colours
- Medical Exhibition
- Logopedic Formalism
- Stumpers
- The Grind Core-spondent
- Soundmind
- Year-Noise-Chaos *

"International Devastation" demo '96
- Regulations Peoples Fear
- Tested Creatures
- Lustmord
- More Our Colours
- Victims...
- Human Accelerations
- Old Things
- Mad Dentist *
- Liberate Me (bonus track TNYRIBAL CD)
- The Rotting (bonus track THE MASS ROTTING ... THE MASS SICKENING CD)
- Vulture Ritual (bonus promo 2002)
- Flesh Grinder (bonus promo 2002)

Birdflesh - The Farmers Wrath

Thu, 08 Jan 2009 14:10:10 EST

It's time to get prepared for the fourth full-length album from Birdflesh. Thrashing grindcore, insane melodies and crazy lyrics in a hilarious outfit. With songs like "Leprosy on Jeopardy", "Flamencorpse" and "Wheelchair Impaler", Birdflesh will make you laugh and mosh till you die over and over again.

A new bassplayer, Panda Flamenco, joined the band this year and brought fresh insanity into Birdflesh. Together with Smattro Ansjovis and Achmed Abdulex they give you "The Farmers' wrath". Out on Obscene Productions soon. You want fun, you want grind. You want Birdflesh!!!

Squash Bowels - The Mass Rotting / The Mass Sickening

Thu, 08 Jan 2009 14:14:33 EST

Second slasher from the polish kings of sonic torture. After many awesome singles, a split cd with malignant tumour and an album like "tnyribal" that came out as one of the most brutalizing grind death-bombs ever heard by human ear, here's the new step in their mission of devastation... A complete return to their gory origins. Downtuned, growled to the bone old-school grind ferociousness with that gore approach they handle with supreme ability. If you loved their split cd with m.t., this is something very close to it, just with an impressive technical improvement and a ways better production. If you wanna be brought back to a revisited dimension of late '80s gore heaviness... Sick harmonized vocals, corrosive fast drums and pounding full-on-bass guitar erosion... Here you get it all at its best. Viva el polish gore!

Diluvian - Inhumanity Remains

Fri, 09 Jan 2009 13:48:55 EST

DILUVIAN from France combine the US death metal sound of Monstrosity, the Swedish melodic metal worship of The Black Dahlia Murder, the ripping guitar work combined with freakishly intense extreme metal of Arsis with deathcore elements fueled by the punishing heaviness of Despised Icon or Beneath the Massacre. Phew, got that? The band's debut record, "Inhumanity Remains" is 5 songs of excellently composed modern death, serving as an introduction to this young band's death music and adding another notch to France's ever-growing metal belt.

Devast - Art Of Extermination

Fri, 09 Jan 2009 13:51:21 EST

Dizzying technical death metal from Africa. Combine the puzzling mathmetal of Psyopus with the powerful death metal of Decapitated and that just scrapes the surface of what 'Art of Extermination' will evoke.

Dawn Of Demise - Lacerated

Fri, 09 Jan 2009 13:53:24 EST

Two new songs of floor stomping, neck snapping, sonically annihilating Danish death metal with covers of metal classics from Suffocation, At The Gates, Obituary and 2 videos. A pummeling down-tuned death metal monster.

Marionette - Spite

Thu, 15 Jan 2009 10:50:11 EST

Inspired by the Japanese visual-kei scene and the brutality of Swedish hardcore and metal, Marionette has brought new light to the metal genre. Mixing elegance, darkness, power, aggression, and speed, Marionette’s debut album, Spite, hit the metal scene with the power of an atomic bomb in April 2008, receiving raving reviews from top hard rock and metal publications such as Kerrang!, Rock Hard, Metal Hammer, and Terrorizer Magazines. As the touring cycle for Spite begins, this Gothenburg sextet seeks nothing more than total domination and aural destruction.

Textures - Silhouettes

Thu, 15 Jan 2009 10:56:01 EST

Third album from this Dutch modern metal monster. Like a more melodic, progressive Meshuggah (with a good amount of clean vocals in constrast to the bellowing), Textures is still one of the best-kept-secrets in modern metal, and 'Silhouettes' takes the band's sound several steps further.

Soreption - Illuminate The Excessive

Thu, 15 Jan 2009 10:57:30 EST

Debut from this Swedish band, who play demanding, cutting-edge modern death metal of a high standard. 4-song EP is rounded out with a 5-song live DVD.

The Amenta - Non

Thu, 15 Jan 2009 10:59:23 EST

Second album from this blisterning industrial death force. Features Psycroptic drummer Dave Haley, plus a guest appearance by Akercocke's James Mendonca. Packaged in a Super Jewel Box case.

Zombi - Spirit Animal

Fri, 23 Jan 2009 17:25:07 EST

ZOMBI's Spirit Animal is a tour de force whose up-tempo moods, patented psychedelic poly-rhythms and bouncing, lush interplay between men and machines ushers in a scintillating new era for the band. With an outpouring of genuine emotion and melody, Spirit Animal gives instrumental music the punch in the gut it needed by blending a genuine sense of warmth and emotion with the darkness the band is heralded for.

Gruesome Stuff Relish - Horror Rises From The Tomb

Fri, 23 Jan 2009 17:38:28 EST

This Spanish trio has been performing cannibalistic ritual sacrifices and resurrection ceremonies for the past 8 years and have mastered the ancient art of morbid and malicious old school goregrind. Their second full length invocation, ‘Horror Rises From The Tomb’ sees Gruesome Stuff Relish once again summoning unspeakable beings to terrorize, defile and consume any who’s path they shall cross, and one of those unspeakable beings is Stevo of the legendary Impetigo, lending his diseased throat to proceedings with guest vocals on the track ‘The Dead Will Walk The Earth’!
No Escape Records are thrilled to reissue this macabre masterpiece of primal gore soaked grindcore injected with a dangerously contaminated transfusion of raw and festering old school death metal, which in addition to the already cacophonous 19 tracks of catastrophically heavy grind on the album’s original release, has 2 deadly unreleased bonus tracks recorded during the same session to feed the undead legions’ ravenous appetite for carnage and bloodshed!

Toxic Holocaust - Hell On Earth

Fri, 23 Jan 2009 17:47:05 EST

Joel Grind returns with another onslaught of thrashing metal grounded in the 80's teutonic metal scene with a touch of old punk for that raw feel. The album consists of 11 thrash metal masterpieces complete with a solo from Bobby Steele (ex-Misfits) on the title track. The cover was done by none other than Ed Repka who's known for his work with Megadeth, Death, Venom, Evil Dead, etc.

Defeatist - Sharp Blade Sinks Deep Into Dull Minds

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 15:34:00 EST

DEFEATIST - Sharp Blade Sinks Deep Into Dull Minds - Coming Soon!