Saint Agnes, from the UK, spark the fires of aggression with Alt. Nu-groove album Bloodsuckers (Spinefarm Records). The band fits within the label’s ranks with ease alongside acts that have their own vision,but crossover appeal such as Sleep Token, Atreyu, and Killing Joke. Add in a Mimi Barks cameo (the short and ferocious ‘Body Bag’) and a Sean Bevan production boost on the semi-glossy ‘Follow You’ and this record has the potential to be a Summer ’23 pit starter.
I remember hearing Fury for the first time way back when in the dark recesses of time, well 2016 to be exact, look I’m getting old and it all gets a bit blurry, ok!?! Anyway, their debut record Paramount (Triple B Records) was released to little fanfare but quickly grew in popularity in underground circles. Sophomore release Failed Entertainment (Run For Cover Records) is here and to say that it’s long-awaited would be an understatement. Way more outlets are now looking at Fury as a band to watch out for this year. Continue reading
In a post to Facebook, drummer Joe Letz has announced that he has stepped down from Atlanta based Industrial Metal band Combichrist. Since 2008, Joe has been the longest-serving member of the band, aside from founder and frontman Andy LaPleagua. Joe plays in Aesthetic Perfection and has also played in Amen, Wednesday 13, Genitourturers, Hansel Und Gretyl, Emigrate and more. We wish Joe the best and look forward to supporting any of his endeavors.