Editorial: The Soundtracks For Many Dark, Soulslike Games Are Boring & Devoid Of The Metal That Inspired Them!
There’s something that has been bugging me for a very long time now when it comes to darker games like Dark Souls, Blasphemous and most recently, The Last Faith. Game developers used to create music that fits the game atmosphere and would really get you in the zone. There areContinue Reading
Sorcerer – Reign Of The Reaper (2023)
I must admit that I’m not too familiar with Sorcerer, but this record knocked me flat on my ass and it didn’t even take a further listen into the record to hit me. They’re considered Epic Doom Metal, but I’m glad that the opener doesn’t showcase that at all. InContinue Reading
Afterbirth – In But Not Of (2023)
Brutal Death is something the kids are all into these days (as well as grindcore) but with this latest Afterbirth release, I don’t so much mind it. Although I’ve made fun of Will Smith’s (not the slap one) vocal approach here, It’s definitely not something that just anyone can doContinue Reading
Nightwolf – The Cult Of The Wolf (2023)
A band that definitely took me by surprise this year, Nightwolf is a Brazilian power/thrash act with some serious merit. Frontman Jack Znake has an absolute siren for a voice, It’s remarkable. When he reaches into the highs I’m definitely reminded of Rob Halford at his mightiest. Not only that,Continue Reading