Monstrosity Drops Their New Single “The Atrophied” – New Album Coming Soon


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US death metal icons Monstrosity have unleashed their crushing new single, “The Atrophied,” the latest preview from their upcoming full-length, “Screams From Beneath The Surface” (Metal Blade Records), set for release on March 13th.

Marking their first album in seven years, this vicious new chapter finds Monstrosity operating at peak intensity. Spearheaded by drummer, founder, and primary songwriter Lee Harrison, the revitalized lineup features longtime guitarist Matt Barnes, the return of original bassist Mark Van Erp, and vocalist Ed Webb (ex-Massacre). Notably, Webb’s guttural ferocity injects fresh venom into the band’s sound. Check out the track below! Continue reading →


Benji Baret From Ne Obliviscaris Talks Urn, Progressive Metal And More


Without a doubt, one of the best albums of 2017 was Urn by Ne  Obliviscaris. The band has changed the game of what can be considered extreme, melodic and progressive metal all at once. They have created a musical world where all the elements can co-exist equally, without sacrificing one for the other. On their recent tour of the USA, Ghost Cult’s Keefy caught up with shredder Benji Baret in New York City at Le Poisson Rouge. The two discussed the success of Urn, the bands’ process of making and producing the record, what progressive metal means in this day and age, and a lot more. Videography and photography by Omar Cordy/ OJC Photography, assisted by Heather Wilkinson. Continue reading →