“Janis” is the debut album of the brand new French band Vestige. And what a debut! With a blend of post-metal and atmospheric rock, this record is taking us on a journey through a thoughtfully crafted soundscape. It is the perfect display to showcase the band ability to balance beauty and heaviness.

This Friday, August 9th, Danish metalcore band Siamese drops their sixth studio album, “Elements“, via Long Branch Records. They have been dropping singles for this album for a little bit more than a year now and it was about time we could finally get the full picture.

The latest release from Deadmau5, both as himself and under his TESTPILOT alias, offers a 32-minute progressive electronic journey across four tracks. Each piece provides a distinct sonic adventure, blending the familiar with the innovative, and showcases Deadmau5‘s mastery of creating immersive, detailed soundscapes.

The British band Graphic Nature returns with their new album, “Who Are You When No One Is Watching?”, which explores personal trauma and emotional struggle following lead vocalist Harvey Freeman’s experience of an unprovoked attack on a train.

With the release of their latest EP “Vol.3: Laments“, the Belgian band, Ice Sealed Eyes proves to us that they are an undeniable force. Their unique blend of atmospheric sounds, brutal breakdowns, and captivating vocals sets them apart in the metal music scene. Being their third volume in a series of EPs, I wanted to dive into this trilogy to get the full picture of the project.

There is a reason why everyone has been talking about Knocked Loose since they released their double single, ‘Upon Loss,’ last year. With each release, they manage to gain popularity while simultaneously maintaining and elevating their signature style. They don’t soften to appeal to the masses; quite the opposite. Their new album, ‘You Won’t Go Before You’re Supposed To‘, released on May 10, 2024, under Pure Noise Records, proves just that.

Imminence‘s new album, “The Black“, was released on April 12, 2024, and it takes us on an emotionally intense journey through a multitude of sounds and feelings. From the intriguing introduction of “Come Hell or High Water” to the haunting conclusion of “Le Noir,” each track offers a unique and immersive sonic experience.

Alpha Wolf‘s latest album, “Half Living Things“, is a game-changer for the band. As someone who jumped on the Alpha Wolf bandwagon after their last album “A Quiet Place to Die” rocked my world (and likely did the same for many others), diving into this new release was an emotional rollercoaster.

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