Album Review: Amberian Dawn – Temptation’s Gates (Napalm Records)
Temptation’s Gates isn’t an album that’s looking to reinvent symphonic metal, but it doesn’t need to. Amberian Dawn know exactly what they do well and deliver it with confidence
Album/EP Reviews
Album Review: Loneshore – Nothing Left to Deconstruct (Willowtip Records)
Progressive post metal outfit, Loneshore, have joined the Willowtip roster and will release their second full-length album, ‘Nothing Left to Deconstruct’, on June 19th, 2026.
Album Review: Warning – Rituals of Shame (Relapse Records)
Warning return with ‘Rituals of Shame’, their first new album in 20 years, due June 19th via Relapse Records.
Album Review: Arms to Oblivion – Life Blood Deal (Self Released)
Released on the June 20th, ‘Life Blood Deal’ is the new album from Suffolk groove metal band, Arms to Oblivion.
Album Review: Belarus Beaver – Grind af den Brune Bäfver (Self Released)
Released on June 17th, ‘Grind af den Brune Bäfver’ is the new album from Swedish grindcore/death metal band, Belarus Beaver. You know, the one with lyrics about beavers.
EP Review: Prompts – Parasite Dream (Greyscale Records / Papercut Records)
Japan-based metalcore outfit Prompts will release their new EP, ‘Parasite Dream’ on June 16th via Greyscale Records in partnership with Papercut Records (US).
Album Review: Demetra’s Scars – Born Unbroken (Self Released)
Demetra’s Scars blend groove, heaviness, melody, and electronic elements into a sound that feels distinctly their own, while the excellent vocals and standout drumming consistently impress. At times, the band’s ambition works against them, with some songs feeling a little overcrowded and in need of more restraint. However, that same willingness to experiment is also what makes the album so interesting.
Album Review: Sublime – Until The Sun Explodes (Atlantic Records)
Sublime, the Long Beach, CA reggae-punk/alternative rock trio, are back with their highly anticipated new album ‘Until the Sun Explodes’. Out on June 12th, via Atlantic Records.