[Review] StoneGazer – Threshold
In an era where Heavy music often risks becoming formulaic, Finland’s StoneGazer stands out as a beacon of authenticity and raw power. With their sophomore full-length Threshold, this Tampere-based quintet…
[Review] Harpo Jarvi – Toadstradamus
The Progressive trio Harpo Jarvi, hailing from St. Louis, Missouri, returns three years after their previous work “Babushka Noir” — warmly received within these pages (read our review here) —…
[Review] Borracho – Ouroboros
In the unforgiving landscape of contemporary Heavy Rock, Washington D.C.’s Borracho return with “Ouroboros” — an album that serves both as a musical statement and a philosophical reflection. Their sixth…
[Review] Cormorano – L’inciampo nell’Uovo
Emerging from the vibrant underground of Italian Experimental Rock, Cormorano return with a work that defies easy classification and demands full immersion. With “L’inciampo nell’Uovo,” the band crafts an intricate…
[Review] Ambient Den – Ambient Den
Emerging from the creative uncertainty and spontaneous spirit born during lockdowns, Ambient Den is the new collaborative Progressive/Space Rock project featuring Australian musicians Ben Craven (“Monsters From The Id,” “Great…
[Review] Fire Garden – Parallel Visions
Emerging from the US vibrant Progressive Rock scene, Fire Garden’s “Parallel Visions” is a bold and immersive journey that seamlessly blends intricate musicianship with emotive storytelling. Featuring a lineup of…
[Review] Margarita Witch Cult – Strung Out In Hell
In the shadow-laden streets of Birmingham, where Black Sabbath once forged the very foundations of Heavy Music, Margarita Witch Cult emerge as heirs to the throne of darkness. Their sophomore…
[Review] Phantom Spell – Heather & Hearth
In the ever-evolving landscape of Progressive Rock, Spanish act Phantom Spell returns after a three-year from well-received debut, with an ambitious and transformative studio work. “Heather & Hearth,” released on…
[Review] Witchcraft – Idag
In the ever-evolving landscape of Scandinavian Heavy Rock, Witchcraft stands as a monument to artistic integrity and sonic excellence. Across a remarkable two-decade career, the Swedish ensemble has consistently delivered…
[Review] Shmulikraut – Guts Voyage
In the ever-evolving landscape of progressive music, certain artists stand out for their rare ability to transcend genre boundaries while maintaining a distinctive sonic identity. Shmulikraut is one such artistic…