It doesn’t take long at all to realize that A Swarm Of The Sun have a knack (and an ear) for the sprawling cinematic nature that absolutely thrives especially in the post-Metal landscape.Continue reading
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INTERVIEW: Dudley Tait of Dvne Talks About their New Album “Voidkind” and “Dune Themed Metal”
In this episode drummer Dudley Tait, of post-Metal band Dvne discusses their new album “Voidkind” – out now on Metal Blade Records! Dudley caught us up on the last few years of the band, the new album, and whether or not he has seen “Dune 2!” Continue reading
ALBUM REVIEW: Black Birch – Black Birch
Incorporating various influences ranging from Crust, Post-Metal, to Black Metal, Swedish Atmospheric Black Metal two-piece Black Birch are crafting an ever-gnarly, meticulously composed debut full-length after having previously released a sold-out EP. Continue reading
CONCERT REVIEW: Locrian – High Aura’d – A Monolithic Dome Live at The Alchemy
Locrian made three New England stops on their current tour making The Alchemy in Providence, RI the first up on the list with support from the Cleveland-based composer High Aura’d and A Monolithic Dome featuring members of Elizabeth Colour Wheel of Boston. I went into the show kind of blind since I had only been asked to review it maybe 48 hours previous and had no previous knowledge of either of the supporting bands.Continue reading
INTERVIEW: It Takes Guhts! The Story Behind “Regeneration” and Marriage in Metal with Scott and Amber
In this episode, we have a compelling interview with Amber Gardner and Scott Prater of the sludgy post-metal band Guhts. They dive into their latest album Regeneration, their experience of working together as a married couple, and much more.Continue reading
ALBUM REVIEW: Pijn – From Low Beams Of Hope
Sincerity is difficult to fake – ask any politician in the build-up to an election – yet post-rock Manchester collective Pijn (pronounced “pine”) keep it real on their powerful, atmospheric, heartfelt new album, From Low Beams Of Hope (Floodlit Recordings).Continue reading
CONCERT REVIEW: High on Fire – Zeta – High Command Live at at The Magic Stick
The Majestic in Midtown Detroit was buzzing and bustling with multiple excited crowds last Friday evening. The entertainment complex has two venues and each one was hosting world class acts. The swanky second-floor spot, affectionately known as the Magic Stick, welcomed metallers, High on Fire’s headlining tour to its stage. This prized powerhouse trio hit the road to promote their newest full-length record, Cometh the Storm (MNRK Heavy, review here). It was a homecoming show for frontman Matt Pike making the loud, rowdy evening extra special.Continue reading
ALBUM REVIEW: Hippotraktor – Stasis – Pelagic Records

Three years removed from their debut full-length, Belgian bruisers Hippotraktor return with their sophomore effort, Stasis (Pelagic Records), a veritable blend of progressive and post- metal, with versatile vocals scattered all throughout the seven tracks. Continue reading
ALBUM REVIEW: My Diligence – Death.Horses.Black.
A dark, dramatic, intense collection of relatively extreme music, Death.Horses.Black. (Listenable Records) is delivered with commitment and no small expertise by Belgian prog-stoner outfit My Diligence.Continue reading
ALBUM REVIEW: Semuta – Glacial Erratic
On their debut full-length record, Glacial Erratic (Self-Released) Portland, Oregon’s Progressive Rock duo Semuta, featuring members of notable Rose City bands Burials and Dark Numbers, weld weighty subject matter, with heavy, but melodic riffs and no shortage of atmosphere and dynamics. Continue reading






