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Interview – Eicca Toppinen of Apocalyptica Reflects Back In Time

CrypticRockCrypticRockJuly 26, 2024

Conventionally when most think of Heavy Metal, the first thing that comes to mind are loud, distorted screaming guitars. Truly the most distinguishing quality, some out there are a little less conventional in their interpretation of the art form… like Apocalpytica. Initially coming together three ... Read More

Northlane – Mirror’s Edge (EP Review)

Jeannie BlueJeannie BlueApril 8, 2024

Australia’s award-winning Northlane is back with its first new material since 2022’s No. 1 ARIA chart-topping Obsidian. Their latest, a 6-song EP entitled Mirror’s Edge, is an independent release that arrives on Friday, April 12, 2024. And yes, it is worth the hype! Created alongside ... Read More

The Amity Affliction - Not Without My Ghost 2023

The Amity Affliction – Not Without My Ghosts (Album Review)

CrypticRockCrypticRockOctober 26, 2023

In an oversaturated sea of Metalcore bands, The Amity Affliction have consistently separated themselves from the pack. Out of Australia, the band has always stood out for one reason or another. Perhaps it is their highly personal themes, or maybe it is their non-conventional approach ... Read More

Kimbra – A Reckoning (Album Review)

Jeannie BlueJeannie BlueJanuary 27, 2023

Following your arrow and finding happiness has never been such a Sisphyian effort as in our current times. So, what is a fiercely independent spirit to do? New Zealand’s Kimbra just might have the answer in the form of A Reckoning, which is slated to ... Read More

Machine Head – ØF KINGDØM AND CRØWN (Album Review)

Kenny LenehanKenny LenehanSeptember 9, 2022

Celebrating over thirty years of performing at the top flight of Metal, Machine Head are back with their new album ØF KINGDØM AND CRØWN. Released on August 26, 2022 through Nuclear Blast Records and Imperium Recordings, the band’s latest effort is an interesting concept album surrounding ... Read More

Papa Roach – Ego Trip (Album Review)

Jeannie BlueJeannie BlueApril 5, 2022

It’s not the time for “comfort or conformity,” notes Papa Roach Frontman Jacoby Shaddix. His words are a promise that the band’s latest, Ego Trip, holds nothing back, sonically or spiritually, as the quartet carries the flag for a movement that refuses to see love ... Read More

Catharsis

Interview – Eicca Toppinen of Apocalyptica Reflects Back In Time

Northlane – Mirror’s Edge (EP Review)

The Amity Affliction – Not Without My Ghosts (Album Review)

Kimbra – A Reckoning (Album Review)

Machine Head – ØF KINGDØM AND CRØWN (Album Review)

Papa Roach – Ego Trip (Album Review)

Interview – Eicca Toppinen of Apocalyptica Reflects Back In Time

Northlane – Mirror’s Edge (EP Review)

The Amity Affliction – Not Without My Ghosts (Album Review)

Kimbra – A Reckoning (Album Review)

Machine Head – ØF KINGDØM AND CRØWN (Album Review)

Papa Roach – Ego Trip (Album Review)

This Week In Horror Movie History – Stigmata (1999)

This Week in Horror Movie History – Flash Gordon (1980)

This Week in Horror Movie History – Visiting Hours (1982)

Developing Artist Showcase – Vipërwitch

Developing Artist Showcase – Vermilia

Developing Artist Showcase – Black Smoke Trigger

Interview – Clayne Crawford & Summer Shelton

Interview – Bishop Briggs

Interview – Henry Thomas & Sarah Lind

The Native Howl – Sons of Destruction (Album Review)

The The – Ensoulment (Album Review)

Blood Star (Movie Review)