Music Reviews

In-depth, thoughtful, well-written reviews of a broad spectrum of music. Everything from Rock-n-Roll, Heavy Metal, and Pop to Hip Hop and Blues is covered on Cryptic Rock Magazine.

Korpiklaani – Kulkija (Album Review)

European Folk music holds a special place in the hearts of many listeners. An age old style, it can not be mistaken for any other genre thanks to its elements of cultural storytelling mixed with unusual instrumentation. In Finland, one of the European world’s leaders ... Read More

Clutch – Book of Bad Decisions (Album Review)

Maryland based Rock-n-Roll squad Clutch are set to release their unprecedented twelfth studio album, Book of Bad Decisions, on their label Weathermaker Music, Friday, September 7, 2018. One of the loudest bands to ever plug into an amp, the longstanding core of Clutch came together ... Read More