THE LATEST

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HOT TRACK: “Bigger” by Merpire

A thrilling and shape-shifting piece of dark pop.

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LISTEN: “Cold” by Tetrarch

The shredding solos and relentless energy are what drives this metal anthem.

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LISTEN: “This One’s on the House” by Goldkimono

From the album with the same name (June 13th), Goldkimono’s “This One’s On The House” is…

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LISTEN: “Everybody Needs Somebody” by Jeangu Macrooy

A vibrant, groove-filled anthem built for the stage.

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NEWS: New Single “Hurricane” & Tour Dates from Zach Paradis

Raw, real, and still finding himself in every note

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LISTEN: “Machines (Prologue)” by Aittala

Riff-driven fury that bridges the past and present.

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DEBUT EP REVIEW: Steel Wool by Steel Wool

Shoegaze haze, cathartic noise, and unexpected twists make this debut shine.

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ICYMI: Horrenda Announces U.S. Physical Releases for Think on Your Sins and Díoltas

Horrenda announce the physical releases of Think on Your Sins and Díoltas.

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DEBUT ALBUM REVIEW: Kiritsis by Kiritsis

This is sludge and hardcore at its most feral.

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ALBUM REVIEW: The Dormant Darkness by Buried Realm

The Dormant Darkness delivers a thrilling melodic death metal assault.

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LISTEN: “Dead to Me” by Turkey Vulture

The toll that a new release can take on an artist, as well as the planning…

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ALBUM REVIEW: Translation by Brian Kingsland

A passionate journey through Spanish guitar mastery.

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ALBUM REVIEW: The Ashtabula River Railroad Disaster by Gayle Skidmore

A haunting window into the intersection of history, grief, and the enduring human spirit.

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LISTEN: “Sean Paul” by Oswald Slain

Sharp wit meets surf rock swagger in the singalong anthem from Oswald Slain. Their latest single,…

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LISTEN: “New Thing” by Avery Friedman

Avery Friedman breaks boundaries with the hauntingly raw track “New Thing”.

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HOT TRACK: “Speak Medieval” by Erotic Secrets of Pompeii

Erotic Secrets of Pompeii’s latest single, “Speak Medieval,” is a chaotic thrill ride where language becomes…

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ALBUM REVIEW: Labyrinths by Sky_A

An intricate, dramatic, and constantly evolving album.

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ALBUM REVIEW: Apocrypha by Exiled Hope

With Apocrypha (April 11), the third full-length album from Maryland-based solo act Exiled Hope, Sofia Frasz…

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EP REVIEW: Cracked by False Heads

A fiery and unfiltered statement from a band that thrives on chaos without losing control.

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WATCH: “Dancing Don’t Feel Right” by Adult Leisure

A salute to creativity via a DIY spirit.

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HOT TRACK: “My Sanctuary” by Lord of the Lost

Lord of the Lost embraces power and darkness on “My Sanctuary”.

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ALBUM REVIEW: Distant Skies and The Ocean by Amammoth

Amammoth drags stoner metal into the deep and unknown.

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EP REVIEW: Here I Am by Sasha Dawe

A unique and heartfelt take on modern folk.

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EP REVIEW: Live at Retrophonics by Caitlin Mahoney

The EP captures the raw energy and authenticity of a live performance.

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LISTEN: “Emergence” by Sleep Token

Sleep Token has reemerged with “Emergence”.

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LISTEN: “Forced To Walking” by Thunderclap

Indie folk meets post-punk in a wandering cinematic journey.

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HOT TRACK: “Satanized” by Ghost

“Satanized” is an avalanche of infectious hooks and hypnotic rhythms.

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LISTEN: “When You Fall” by Brook Fox

A blend of catchy hooks that are grounded in authentic storytelling.