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DoctoR DooM’s second full-length album, “A Shadow Called Danger,” is a thrilling sonic escapade that plunges listeners deep into the heart of retrogressive rock. This French outfit has harnessed the essence of the ’70s, molding it into a heavier, more progressive incarnation that transcends the boundaries of conventional rock. The album’s musical landscape is dominated […]
Columbarium’s journey from the gloomy depths of the Belgian doom scene to the creation of “The Morbidious One” is a tale etched in the somber echoes of seasoned musicianship. Formed in 2021 (The band was originally active from 1994 to 1998 and even recorded a live album in 1997), this heavy doom ensemble, born from […]
Like an echo resonating from the mystical depths of British Columbia’s wooded realms, Hail the Void emerges once again, leaving an indelible mark on the underground stoner metal scene. The trio-comprising the vocal and guitar prowess of Kirin Gudmundson, the seismic bass grooves of Dean Gustin, and the rhythmic wizardry of Curtis Bennett on drums-made […]
In the realm where musical craftsmanship meets fantastical storytelling, Howling Giant emerges as a powerful force with their sophomore album, “Glass Future.” The Nashville-based trio, deeply rooted in the city’s rich musical history, continues their journey through cosmic soundscapes and thunderous riffs, showcasing a relentless evolution from their acclaimed debut, “The Space Between Worlds.” From […]
In the celestial tapestry of doom metal, the split release from Asteroid Witch and Greenseeker serves as a cosmic junction, inviting listeners into a hypnotic dance between the astral and earthly realms. Released on November 3 through Electric Valley Records, this collaboration is a transcendental journey. Asteroid Witch emerges from the depths of a distant […]
LEFT EYE PERSPECTIVE’s “Conundrum” is a sonic tempest that deftly encapsulates the enigmatic essence of life’s paradoxes. Hailing from Ghent, Belgium, this four-piece powerhouse has evolved from their post-rock origins into a juggernaut of sound, seamlessly blending sludge, stoner rock, progressive metal, and grunge influences. The album’s opening salvo thrusts the listener into a controlled […]
WIZARDS OF WIZNAN’s debut album, “No Light Has No Shadow,” is a spellbinding amalgamation of sludge, doom, and black metal influences, intricately woven together to create a musical opus that defies categorization. From the haunting depths of their stonerdoom-influenced EP, “Experimental Brew,” WIZARDS OF WIZNAN evolves into a sonic juggernaut with “No Light Has No […]
Prepare to embark on a haunting auditory journey with WITCHTHROAT SERPENT’s latest offering, ‘Trove of Oddities at the Devil’s Driveway.’ This piece of psychedelic stoner doom, conceived between 2019 and 2020 and meticulously brought to life on tape in the analog sanctuary of Kerwax studio, Brittany, delivers an experience of mystic sound. This album stands […]
EGO PLANET emerges as a cosmic behemoth with their debut album, “Ego Planet.” This collection of sonic hymns, born from the ashes of the Covid-19 quarantine, delivers a heavy rock experience that is both fierce and introspective. Drawing inspiration from cosmic horror and psychedelic imagery, EGO PLANET has crafted an opus that resonates with intense […]
The Shining Son, the third offering from the enigmatic rockers Appalooza, is a sonic odyssey that plunges listeners into a realm where the lines between biblical allegory and raw, unfiltered human emotion blur. With their latest release, the band skillfully weaves a tapestry of narratives rooted in religious mysticism and existential turmoil, all set against […]