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There’s an unspoken expectation when dropping the needle on an OCULTUM record. You brace yourself. You prepare for the sheer weight of it. Their past two albums, Ceremonia Oculta Primitiva and Residue, established the Chilean trio as a crushing force in the underground doom/stoner/sludge scene. With Buena Muerte, they don’t just reaffirm that status – […]
We, Main Witch and Spellbinder, are thrilled to share with you our Top 25 Albums of 2024 (from our humble perspective). Of course, there are many other albums that deserve a spot on this list, but we decided to keep it concise. It’s important to note that the order of the list doesn’t imply ranking […]
Forever Spoken by WITCHPIT is a beast of an album. It’s heavy, raw, and unapologetically southern in its metal swagger. If you’re into sludgy riffs that feel like they’re dragging you through a swamp and rhythms that hit like a freight train, you’re in for a treat. At its core, this album feels like an […]
Austin’s heavy metal titans DUEL are back with their fifth album, “Breakfast With Death,” and it’s a wild ride from start to finish. This record is packed with nine tracks that capture the raw power and unyielding spirit of heavy metal. Drawing inspiration from early 80s metal, 70s rock, and late 60s psychedelia, DUEL has […]
The Sonic Dawn’s fifth album, “Phantom,” dives headfirst into the heart of acid rock, presenting a raw and intense journey through a world teetering on the edge. This latest offering from the Danish trio is a stark departure from their earlier work, embracing a heavier and more unrefined sound that mirrors the chaotic and uncertain […]
Get ready to dive deep into the realms of psychedelic doom metal with ACID MAMMOTH’s latest release, “Supersonic Megafauna Collision.” These guys hail from Athens and they know how to craft a sonic experience that’s both captivating and heavy as hell. From the get-go, you’re hit with a barrage of powerful riffs that feel like […]
In the heart of San Francisco’s music scene, there’s a band that’s been turning heads and shaking speakers for years. Disastroid, they’re called, and their latest album, “Garden Creatures,” is like a thunderstorm rolling through your speakers. Right from the get-go, you’re hit with this wall of sound that’s equal parts gritty and melodic. Enver’s […]
MR. BISON’s latest offering, “Echoes From The Universe,” is a captivating journey through intricate sonic landscapes, blending heavy psychedelic sounds with progressive elements to create a mesmerizing auditory experience. Hailing from the picturesque coastal town of Tuscany, Italy, MR. BISON has evolved their sound across four albums, culminating in a distinct fusion of Stoner/Psych and […]
We are excited to share with you our TOP-20 albums from 2023. It’s important to note that the order does not mean the first album is the most rated, each listed album in our top 20 holds equal impotance for us, so we’ve organized them in alphabetical order: Almost Honest – The Hex of Penns […]
In the heart of the Italian stoner rock revolution, emerges ISAAK, the undeniable maestros of heavy distortion and mind-bending riffs, storming back into the scene after a seven-year hiatus with their electrifying new album, HEY. This is an auditory hurricane, an assault on the senses, and a sonic journey. HEY is an explosive amalgamation of […]