Eldfödd |Risen From The Flames |Edged Circle Productions

Release Date: October 10^th, 2025

Format: CD/LP/Digital

Genre: Death Metal

Country: Sweden

Eldfödd is a Swedish death metal project that came to life in early 2025, built around the idea of channeling the raw spirit that once made the genre dangerous and memorable. What began as a solo spark by Sebastian Ramstedt quickly grew into a full lineup with Perra Karlsson on drums, Erik Sahlstedt on vocals, Johan Jansson on rhythm guitars, and Victor Brandt on bass. Within weeks, the project moved from a first demo to a complete EP, driven by momentum and a clear vision, with Edged Circle Productions stepping in as the natural home for the release.

“Risen From The Flames” presents four songs rooted firmly in Swedish death metal tradition, drawing inspiration from the genre’s formative years without drifting into imitation. The writing focuses on sharp riff structures, steady pacing, and a dark atmosphere that stays consistent throughout the EP. There is a raw edge to the sound, reinforced by a production that keeps things heavy and physical, avoiding modern studio gloss. The result is a release that sounds intentional and grounded, shaped by musicians who understand the language they are using.

The material has a strong sense of cohesion, with each track reinforcing the EP’s overall character. Vocals sit deep and commanding, matching the aggression of the guitars and the firm presence of the rhythm section. The songwriting favors clarity over excess, keeping the listener engaged through solid transitions and memorable patterns. The mix allows every element to remain audible without drifting into polish, supporting the violent tone the band aims to express.

Lyrically and sonically, the EP stays focused on dark, destructive themes that suit the music’s aggressive nature. There is no unnecessary ornamentation or genre detours here, only a concentrated delivery of classic death metal ideas shaped with care. The short format works in the band’s favor, giving the release a compact and effective flow that suits repeated listens.

“Risen From The Flames” stands as a strong first statement from Eldfödd, capturing the essence of Swedish death metal through disciplined songwriting and a harsh sonic approach. It delivers exactly what its title promises, music forged in fire, hostile, grim, and firmly rooted in its genre.

Score: 8.5

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Malignant Aura |Where All Of Worth Comes To Wither |Memento Mori/Grindhead/Primitive Moth

Release Date: 26 January 2026

Format: CD/Vinyl/Digital

Genre: Doom/Death Metal

Country: Australia

Malignant Aura is an Australian doom death metal band formed in 2022. Emerging quickly from the underground, they gained attention with their debut album “Abysmal Misfortune Is Draped Upon Me” and a strong live presence alongside names like Esoteric and Mournful Congregation. Their sound balances crushing heaviness with sorrowful melody, rooted deeply in classic doom death traditions while speaking in a modern voice.

“Where All Of Worth Comes To Wither” is the second full length from Malignant Aura and it sharpens the band’s identity through a darker, more focused approach. The album unfolds as a bleak and oppressive journey, steeped in despair and emotional gravity. The writing stays patient and deliberate, allowing themes of loss, futility, and inner collapse to surface naturally. There is a strong sense of cohesion across the album, with every song contributing to a unified atmosphere of decay and solemn reflection.

The songwriting here is more condensed than on the debut, with fewer tracks and a tighter overall runtime. This decision gives the album a stronger forward pull and keeps the experience intense without drifting. The death metal side of the band’s sound comes across more prominently, adding bite and aggression to the slow moving doom foundation. The balance between brutality and melancholy is carefully maintained, giving the material a grim persistence that never slips into excess.

Vocals sit deep in the mix, reinforcing the album’s oppressive tone and reinforcing the themes of despair and spiritual erosion. Riffs unfold patiently, often circling back on themselves, creating a hypnotic effect that draws the listener further down. The pacing remains heavy and deliberate throughout, allowing tension to build steadily across the album’s runtime. The overall sound feels raw and physical, reinforcing the album’s bleak worldview.

Visually, the album artwork by Paolo Girardi fits perfectly with the music’s suffocating atmosphere, amplifying the sense of dread before a single note is heard. “Where All Of Worth Comes To Wither” presents Malignant Aura as a band refining its voice through restraint and focus. It is a grim, immersive listen that reinforces their place in the modern doom death landscape.

Score: 7.8

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Velmorth |Feral Dominion |Purity Through Fire

Release Date: December 6^th, 2025

Format: CD/Vinyl

Genre: Black Metal

Country: Germany

Velmorth is a black metal project forged by Revenant, known for work with Sarkrista, Order Of Nosferat, and Siechknecht. Active in the deeper currents of the European underground, this new entity focuses on a late 90s rooted expression, austere in spirit and heavy in atmosphere. The project surfaced quietly and fully formed, guided by a clear fixation on older black metal values and a disciplined approach to songwriting.

“Feral Dominion” arrives as Velmorth’s debut full length, written and recorded between August and October 2025. The album speaks in a language shaped by melancholy, mysticism, and martial resolve. Its sound stays firmly within an old school framework, marked by elongated melodies and a constant pull toward somber, warlike imagery. The production stays raw enough to preserve atmosphere while allowing the songs to unfold with clarity and intent.

Across its runtime, “Feral Dominion” unfolds with a measured pace and a strong thematic unity. The album favors extended structures that let motifs return and transform, building a hypnotic flow rooted in repetition and gradual escalation. The songwriting shows careful attention to internal balance, allowing aggressive passages and more reflective sections to coexist without breaking immersion. There is an evident grasp of classic black metal language, expressed through melody rather than excess.

Lyrically and visually, the album aligns with images of ancient conflict, forgotten realms, and spiritual defiance. The artwork by Vhan Artworks complements the music’s inward gaze and archaic character, reinforcing the album’s dedication to a timeless underground ethos. “Feral Dominion” stands as a focused debut that values consistency, atmosphere, and tradition, offering a solid and engaging listen for those drawn to melancholic and war driven black metal.

Score: 7.5

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Novomundo |The Cursed Cult |Independent

Release Date: March 1^st, 2026
Format: CD/Digital
Genre: Death/Groove Metal
Country: Italy

Novomundo formed near Rome around 2012, driven by a cross-cultural view of heavy music that blends groove, extreme metal roots, and global rhythmic ideas. After several line up changes, the band reworked earlier material and clarified its direction with the EP "Echoes Of Ego", establishing a darker, more focused identity that now expands into their first full length release.

"The Cursed Cult" marks Novomundo’s debut full length and presents a harsher, more oppressive evolution of their sound. The album draws from death groove and early 2000s metal aesthetics, shaped by modern production choices and abrasive crust influences. The overall approach stays grounded in heaviness and groove, with a thick, unsettling atmosphere that stays consistent across its fourteen songs. The pacing favors mid tempo pressure, allowing the material to unfold with patience and menace.

Conceptually, the album centers on Voodoo culture, its rituals, symbols, and spiritual figures, translated into a contemporary narrative. Themes such as slavery, prejudice, fear, and death are woven into the lyrics, framed as reflections on human ignorance and survival instincts. References to the Loa serve as metaphors rather than historical lessons, giving the album a symbolic language that supports its dark worldview without drifting into abstraction.

Musically, "The Cursed Cult" maintains a raw and aggressive character, anchored in heavy riffing and a strong rhythmic core. The grooves stay prominent, pushing the songs forward with a physical drive that suits the album’s thematic weight. Harsh vocal delivery reinforces the hostile tone, adding urgency and tension without excess ornamentation. The sound remains cohesive throughout, emphasizing brutality and atmosphere over technical display.

As a debut full length, "The Cursed Cult" presents Novomundo as a band with a clear identity and a focused vision. The album communicates its ideas directly, relying on consistency and intensity to make its impact. It offers a solid and engaging listen for fans of groove driven extreme metal who value dark themes and steady aggression delivered with discipline.

Score: 7.0

Novomundo:

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Ancient Settlers |Autumnus (Revisited) |Scarlet Records

Release Date: November 28^th, 2025
Format: Digital EP
Genre: Melodic Death Metal
Country: Spain

Ancient Settlers are a melodic death metal band from Spain, active since the late 2010s and known for blending harsh intensity with strong melodic lines. After early releases that built their identity, the band entered a new phase in 2025 with the addition of vocalists Nia Creak and Noelia Fernández Jiménez, expanding their expressive range and live presence.

“Autumnus (Revisited)” marks the first studio release with the new vocal lineup and revisits material from the band’s debut EP through a renewed lens. This is not presented as a nostalgic exercise, it works as a refined reintroduction of Ancient Settlers at a moment of internal change. The production is heavier and clearer, giving the songs a sharper outline and a stronger emotional pull, without drifting into excess.

The core of the EP lies in the reworked versions of “A Monument Restored”, “Die Around Me” and “Diamond Eyes”. These songs gain depth through updated arrangements and a more pronounced dynamic range. The dual vocal approach plays a central role, alternating harsh deliveries with melodic passages that add tension and contrast. The writing focuses on momentum and atmosphere, keeping the listener engaged through shifts in pace and intensity. 

Lyrically, “Autumnus (Revisited)” deals with decay, betrayal, renewal and inner conflict. The themes are direct and introspective, matching the darker tone of the music. The inclusion of full lyrics reinforces the conceptual side of the EP and invites closer attention to the emotional layers behind the aggression and melody.

Visually, the cover artwork by Khalipse mirrors the music’s darker elegance, highlighting vulnerability and resilience without exaggeration. Overall, “Autumnus (Revisited)” presents Ancient Settlers as a band reshaping its own material with focus and clarity, offering a concise and well defined release that reflects their current identity.

Score: 8.0

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Putridarium |Natvm Ad Mortem |Night Terrors Records

Release Date: January 16^th, 2026

Format: 7” EP

Genre: Death Metal

Country: Germany

Putridarium crawled out of a German cemetery in 2021 and immediately made their intentions clear. Old school death metal soaked in doom, crust, filth and bad taste. Their output so far includes demos, splits and the full length “Necrología Del Sadismo: Excerpts From A Deranged Mind”, released in 2024. The band fixates on sexual perversion and horror gore, wrapped in a primitive, rotting sound that keeps mutating without losing its sickness.

With “Natvm Ad Mortem”, Putridarium return in short but poisonous form. Two tracks, no filler, no padding, just a focused slab of grave dirt death metal released via Night Terrors Records. The EP continues the band’s obsession with ugliness, staying firmly rooted in primitive riffs and funereal pacing, while keeping everything raw and hostile. This is music that crawls, drips and stinks, and it is meant to sound that way.

“Scherzfresser” sets the atmosphere immediately, soaked in decay and blunt aggression. The songwriting stays simple and effective, circling around grim motifs and dragging them through mud instead of polishing them up. The vocals sound diseased and unhinged, fitting the lyrical fixation on bodily horror and corruption. Everything here works toward the same goal, pure rot, delivered without distractions.

“Death Metal Warriors” brings in Mike Perun of Cianide, and the connection makes sense. The track leans heavily into doom-laden death metal, thick and suffocating, with a clear devotion to the old Chicago school. The guest appearance does not feel decorative, it blends naturally into the song’s filthy character and reinforces the EP’s love for classic, no nonsense death metal violence.

“Natvm Ad Mortem” does not try to be bigger than it is. As a 7”, it delivers a compact dose of Putridarium’s current state, grim, nasty and fully committed to rot. It sits comfortably within the band’s discography and acts as a solid bridge between past releases and what comes next. Short, ugly and effective, this EP does its job well.

Score: 7.5

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Valiant Sentinel |Neverealm |Theogonia Records

Release Date: January 16th, 2026
Format: CD/Digital
Genre: Power Metal
Country: Greece

Valiant Sentinel is a Greek power metal band formed in 2018 by guitarist and composer Dimitris Skodras. Built around epic fantasy narratives and classic heavy metal songwriting, the project gained international attention with its self titled debut in 2022, featuring major guest vocalists from the global metal scene. Since then, the band has grown into a full lineup, shaping a clear musical identity rooted in melody, speed, and dramatic storytelling.

“Neverealm” arrives as the second full length album from Valiant Sentinel and marks their first release via Theogonia Records. The album places its focus on fantasy lore, mythical conflicts, and imagined worlds, using classic power metal language as its foundation. The writing stays grounded in familiar genre structures, with an emphasis on strong hooks, memorable refrains, and steady pacing. The result is an album that communicates its themes clearly, without drifting into excess or confusion.

Vocally, “Neverealm” benefits from a strong central performance by Veandok, supported by notable guest appearances that add variety without shifting the album’s core identity. Zak Stevens (Savatage) and Laura Guldemond (Burning Witches) contribute distinctive moments that blend smoothly into the broader narrative. The vocal approach throughout the album remains expressive and melodic, fitting the heroic tone of the lyrics and reinforcing the album’s storytelling focus.

The songwriting favors clarity and balance. Songs are built around recognizable power metal patterns, combining energetic riffs with sweeping melodies and rhythmic drive. Dimitris Skodras shapes the album with consistent compositional direction, keeping the material cohesive while allowing each song its own character. The rhythm section provides a solid foundation, with Frederik Ehmke’s drumming adding precision and energy that keeps the album moving steadily.

Overall, “Neverealm” presents Valiant Sentinel as a band fully comfortable within the power metal tradition, delivering an album that is focused, engaging, and easy to follow. It speaks directly to fans of epic and melodic metal who value strong songwriting and clear themes. As a sophomore release, it strengthens the band’s position in the scene and sets expectations for further growth.

Score: 8.0

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No Worth Of Man |The Killing Streets |Brutal Records

Release Date: February 13^th, 2026
Format: CD/Digital
Genre: Extreme Metal
Country: USA

No Worth Of Man is an extreme metal band active since 2016, shaped by a steady run of EPs and singles that sharpened their sound and concept. Drawing imagery from violent urban fiction and vampire mythology, the band frame their music as a war on corruption and predators hiding in plain sight. Their debut full length arrives via Brutal Records with a clear identity and a focused narrative world.

Set in a grim version of Miami, “The Killing Streets” plays like a blood soaked crime film pushed through towering riffs and relentless pacing. The album sticks close to its urban nightmare storyline, using it as fuel for aggression and tension. Songs such as “I Defy” and “Those Of Our Kind” push forward with a blunt force attitude, pairing massive groove driven passages with commanding vocals. The atmosphere is thick with danger and paranoia, the kind that belongs to back alleys under flickering neon lights.

Vocally, Peter Gale dominates the album with a performance that stays intense and imposing throughout. His delivery adds character to the narrative without drifting into excess. The rhythm section locks everything into place with steady pressure, giving the material a physical presence that matches the imagery. Tracks like “Death Reflections” expand the album’s darker side, bringing in shadowy melodies that deepen the sense of threat without slowing the momentum.

The production, handled by Fredrik Nordström, gives the album a powerful and clear sound that suits its violent themes. Everything hits hard and stays sharp, allowing the songs to speak for themselves. “Kill Of Gold” closes the album with a surge of aggression and hooks that linger, leaving the impression of a band fully formed and ready to move forward. “The Killing Streets” presents No Worth Of Man as a focused extreme metal act with a strong visual world and a sound built for impact. It is aggressive, immersive and consistent in its approach, delivering a debut that earns its place within the genre.

Score: 7.8

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Moral Implant |Delusion |Caligari Records

Release Date: 14 November 2025

Format: CD/Cassette

Genre: Blackened Death Metal

Country: Poland

Moral Implant is a death metal band formed in October 2017, built on a shared need to fuse extreme sounds into something dark, confrontational, and hostile to comfort. The trio work from personal principles, channeling aggression and psychological tension into music that rejects trends and easy formulas. Their debut EP arrives as a focused statement of intent, grounded in opposition, inner collapse, and the mechanics of control.

“Delusion” presents Moral Implant as a band obsessed with pressure and unrest. The music surges through a narrow corridor of aggression, where death metal violence collides with blackened hostility and grindcore urgency. The riffs twist and scrape, the pace shifts without warning, and the overall sound stays oppressive and confrontational. There is a strong emphasis on angular movement and unstable rhythm, giving the EP a restless character that mirrors its themes of psychic fracture and ideological decay.

The songwriting focuses on constant motion and escalation. Sections collide, recoil, and realign, building tension through repetition and abrasion. Solos cut through the chaos in scorched fragments, adding disorientation instead of release. The production favors raw force over clarity, keeping everything close and suffocating, which reinforces the EP’s hostile atmosphere without smoothing the edges. Lyrically, “Delusion” attacks organized belief systems and all forms of imposed authority. The words circle around destruction, control, and spiritual manipulation, presented as symptoms of a long, ongoing collapse. This thematic focus ties closely to the music’s aggression, forming a unified expression of resistance and refusal. The EP communicates anger that is human and flawed, not abstract or distant.

“Delusion” works as a compact release that delivers intensity without dilution. It leaves a strong impression through its focus on unrest and violence, even if some ideas could evolve further over time. As a debut, it establishes Moral Implant as a band committed to confrontation and inner darkness, offering a harsh and uncompromising listen that aligns well with its underground ethos.

Score: 7.0

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Vinnfrost |Frost Requiem |Self-Release

Release Date: November 14^th, 2025
Format: Digital
Genre: Melodic Death Metal
Country: Finland

Vinnfrost are a melodic death metal band from Kuusamo, Finland, formed in 2016 near the Arctic Circle. Drawing inspiration from long polar nights and frozen northern landscapes, the band debuted with the album “Initiation” in 2019. “Frost Requiem” marks their return after a period of silence and presents the band in a focused, mature phase of their path.

The current line-up includes Jukka Mursu on vocals, Jaakko Nevala on drums, Lauri Autioniemi and Antti Viitala on guitars, and Lasse Limma on bass. “Frost Requiem” was recorded and mixed by Jukka Mursu and mastered by Mika Jussila at Finnvox Studios, a detail that reflects in the solid and balanced sound. The EP runs short and sharp, focusing on atmosphere and songwriting without unnecessary detours.

Musically, “Frost Requiem” blends melodic death metal with darker, colder shades rooted in the Finnish extreme metal tradition. The guitar work balances melody and aggression, the rhythms stay firm and steady, and the vocals sit firmly in the harsher end of the spectrum. The northern character is clear, with icy melodies and a restrained emotional tone that fits the band’s background and aesthetic.

“Waiting For The Dead” works as a strong introduction to the EP, presenting the main traits of Vinnfrost in a clear and memorable way. Across the release, the band keeps a steady direction, focusing on atmosphere, structure, and cohesion. Fans of Amorphis, Dissection, and Insomnium will discover familiar elements, shaped through Vinnfrost’s own identity.

“Frost Requiem” comes across as a well-crafted release that respects genre traditions while offering a solid, cold, and focused listening experience. It shows a band comfortable in their sound and capable of delivering material with clarity and impact.

Score: 8.0

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Bardo Thodol | Sumerian Tragedy |Obelisk Polaris Productions

Release Date: November 28^th, 2025

Format: CD/Digital/Vinyl

Genre: Horror Heavy Metal

Country: Sweden/Italy/United Kingdom

    Bardo Thodol take their name from the Tibetan “Book Of The Dead” and were formed in 2022 by vocalist Ginevra De Giusti, guitarist Peter Svensson and drummer Scott Naylor. Coming from Italy, Sweden and the UK, the trio shape a horror heavy metal style that blends doom rooted heaviness with dark melodic themes. After the sold out “Demon Unleashed” demo cassette, the band prepared their first full length, “Sumerian Tragedy”.

 “Sumerian Tragedy” presents Bardo Thodol as a band deeply focused on atmosphere and heavy songcraft. The album draws from occult themes, ancient myths and dark spiritual imagery, giving the material a shadowed and serious character. The writing stays grounded in classic heavy metal forms, shaped by doom pacing and a strong horror influence. The result sounds deliberate and cohesive across its runtime.

The guitars focus on thick riffs and memorable patterns, often supported by restrained keyboard lines that add a cold, ominous color. Drumming keeps the songs anchored with steady power and measured changes, never drawing attention away from the core structure. Vocals play a central role, using melody and phrasing to guide the songs and underline their dark narratives.

Throughout the album, Bardo Thodol maintain a consistent atmosphere that favors clarity over excess. Songs such as “Queen Of The Nile”, “Book Of The Dead” and “Sumerian Tragedy” show a clear understanding of pacing and dynamics. The material avoids unnecessary detours and stays aligned with its central themes, which helps the album remain focused and easy to follow.

“Sumerian Tragedy” stands as a solid debut full length that reflects careful planning and a strong shared vision. It speaks to listeners who value traditional heavy metal shaped by doom and horror elements, delivered in a straightforward and sincere way. The album holds its ground through atmosphere and songwriting rather than spectacle, making it a reliable and engaging listen within its style.

Score: 7.0

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Astral Spear |Ancient Throne Of Sinister Rites |Signal Rex

Release Date: 12 December 2025
Format: CD/12" Vinyl
Genre: Black Metal
Country: Poland

Astral Spear is a Polish black metal act rooted in tradition and atmosphere. The band enters the scene with a clear devotion to older forms of the genre, shaped by regional spirit and a stark, austere worldview. This debut release presents Astral Spear as a serious presence, focused on songcraft and atmosphere instead of spectacle.

“Ancient Throne Of Sinister Rites” unfolds as a compact and focused release, built around cold melodies and rigid pacing. The music draws strongly from classic Polish black metal traditions, with a sound that favors austerity and discipline. Riffs remain memorable without excess, relying on repetition that reinforces the album’s grim identity. The overall flow remains steady and measured, allowing the material to develop naturally across the release.

The vocals are harsh and commanding, placed firmly at the front, serving the ritualistic atmosphere without overpowering the music. Lyrical themes align closely with arcane and ceremonial imagery, reinforcing the album’s ancient character. The production supports this approach, raw enough to preserve edge, clear enough to keep the structures audible and grounded.

What defines this release most is its balance between physical aggression and a more distant, spectral aura. The songs avoid unnecessary embellishment and remain focused on establishing a consistent world. There is a strong sense of restraint throughout, which suits the band’s aesthetic and keeps the album coherent and unified.

“Ancient Throne Of Sinister Rites” stands as a solid debut that respects tradition while presenting Astral Spear as a band with clear intent and identity. It delivers a concise experience that stays true to its vision and atmosphere, leaving a clear impression without excess.

Score: 7.0

https://signalrex.bandcamp.com/album/ancient-throne-of-sinister-rites

Bila |Beżżalart |Go Down Records/Kewn Records

Release Date: December 5^th, 2025
Format: LP
Genre: Hardcore Punk, Noise Rock, Post Punk
Country: Malta

Bila is a Maltese hardcore punk, noise rock trio active since 2014, known for short, aggressive songs delivered in Maltese and English. After a run of EPs, tours across Europe, the UK, and the US, and steady underground attention, the band arrives at its first full length with a clear idea of who they are and where they stand.

“Beżżalart” presents Bila in their rawest and most exposed form. The album channels urban pressure, political frustration, and dark humor into compact explosions of sound. The writing stays tight and confrontational, driven by shouted lines that stick quickly, especially when the band switches between languages. Maltese folklore and local realities shape the album’s identity, giving it a strong regional voice without needing explanation or decoration.

The production keeps everything harsh and physical. The sound favors abrasion over polish, with riffs and rhythms stacked in a way that presses forward constantly. The songs focus on impact and momentum, leaning on sharp changes and chant ready phrases. The album’s anger is often sharpened by sarcasm, which adds character and keeps the tension from flattening into one emotional note.

Across its runtime, “Beżżalart” stays consistent in tone and intent. The social themes are clear and repeated through different angles, especially around overdevelopment, political emptiness, and everyday suffocation. This approach makes the album easy to grasp and quick to absorb, even when the pace is relentless. At the same time, that consistency limits surprise, and some sections blur together after multiple listens.

“Beżżalart” works best as a snapshot of Bila at a specific moment, loud, frustrated, and rooted in their environment. It delivers energy and attitude in a straightforward way, leaving a solid impression without reaching beyond its own boundaries. As a debut album, it establishes presence and identity more than depth or range.

Score: 7.0

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Toxic Terror |Isolation |Razorbleed Productions

Release Date: August 26^th, 2025
Format: CD (250 copies)
Genre: Thrash Metal
Country: Greece

Toxic Terror is a Greek thrash metal band from Heraklion, Crete. Active for years in the underground, the band finally delivers its first full length with a clear devotion to old school thrash metal. Their sound focuses on speed, aggression and raw power, shaped by classic influences and a street level metal attitude that fits the scene they come from.

“Isolation” is the 2025 debut album from Toxic Terror, released by Razorbleed Productions. The album presents eight tracks of fast and aggressive thrash metal, driven by sharp riffs and constant energy. The production stays modern enough to sound strong, while keeping a rough edge that suits the music. This is thrash metal built for volume, moshing and intensity, without distractions or unnecessary decoration.

The songwriting focuses on speed changes, heavy riff cycles and vocals that stay hostile and urgent. The band keeps the pace high, with frequent shifts between straight forward attacks and heavier sections made for crowd reaction. Influences from classic European and American thrash are clear, especially in the riff style and vocal delivery, but the album keeps a solid identity through consistency and attitude.

Lyrically and musically, “Isolation” stays dark and aggressive, matching the album title and overall direction. The sound reflects themes of pressure, confinement and resistance, expressed through direct language and relentless rhythm work. The performances sound tight and focused, giving the album a unified character across its full running time.

“Isolation” works as a strong debut that respects the core values of thrash metal while delivering a powerful modern release. It fits comfortably alongside current underground thrash albums and speaks directly to fans who want speed, aggression and authenticity. Toxic Terror make their presence clear with this release, marking an important step forward for the band.

Score: 8.0

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Final Coil |The World We Inherited | Independent (2025/Remastered & Expanded)

Release Date: December 5^th, 2025

Format: Vinyl/Digital

Genre: Post Metal, Progressive Rock

Country: United Kingdom

Final Coil is a post metal and progressive rock band from Leicester, UK. Active for more than a decade, they built their identity through atmosphere, long form songwriting, and socially charged themes. Their catalogue forms a loose trilogy, with each release expanding their scope and ambition.

“The World We Inherited” stands as the defining release in the Final Coil story. Originally released in early 2024 and now presented as a remastered and expanded edition, the album captures the band at their most focused and expressive. This version finally gives the material a vinyl home, supported by a remaster by Russ Russell that brings clarity and depth suited to the album’s scale. The expanded digital content strengthens the release as a complete archive of this era, turning it into more than a simple reissue.

Conceptually, “The World We Inherited” looks forward rather than backward, examining fear, division, and social decay through a dystopian lens. Influences from Orwellian fiction and Jaz Coleman’s worldview shape the narrative without turning it into abstraction. The lyrics remain grounded, bleak, and human, reflecting a future shaped by misinformation, authority, and isolation. These themes give the album a heavy emotional gravity that stays consistent across its long runtime.

Musically, Final Coil blend post metal weight with progressive rock detail and a strong melodic core. The writing favors atmosphere and tension, built through layered guitars, expressive bass lines, and controlled rhythmic shifts. Vocals sit at the center, delivering the narrative with urgency and restraint. The production gives space to the arrangements, allowing dynamics to develop naturally while maintaining a dark, immersive tone throughout the album.

The expanded edition adds significant value. The live recording from Leicester captures the band in a raw, unfiltered state, reinforcing how well the material translates outside the studio. Unreleased songs and demos provide context to the album’s development and show how ideas evolved before reaching their final form. This additional material feels carefully curated and meaningful, reinforcing the importance of this release in the Final Coil catalog.

“The World We Inherited” remains a powerful and demanding album, one that rewards attention and repeated listens. The remastered and expanded edition cements its status as a modern post metal and progressive rock landmark, reflecting a band operating at a high creative level during a defining moment in their career.

Score: 7.5

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