CD Review: “Five” by The Agonist
The Agonist stay on the deathcore path with its newest release, Five. The band's brand of melodic deathcore is contrived at this point with the group opting to play by the numbers. The opening song “The Moment” is equal parts deathcore with a slight ...
CD Review: ‘Generation Vulture’ by JUD
If you’re not familiar with David Judson Clemmons, now is time for a change. He’s emerged in various incarnations throughout the years, as showcased in our Artist Spotlight write-up. On Nov. 11, 2016, he’ll emerge once more with JUD, his German-transpl ...
CD Review: “Creatures Watching Over The Dead” by Charred Walls Of The Damned
Heavy metal supergroup Charred Walls Of The Damned returns with its third record, Creatures Watching Over The Dead. Creatures is the band's first record in five years, which is understandable considering the busy schedule of its members. Bassist Ste ...
Dr. Horrible Sing-Along Blog at DragonCon
What I love about DragonCon is the versatility to what they provide for content - from panels to parties and events across the board. There is always something to see, do and experience at this grand 4-day pop culture extravaganza (which is quickly starti ...
Pin-ups by the Pool Party DragonCon Style
The annual Pinups at the Pool Party was the hot place to be on Friday, September 2 at DragonCon. Presented by none other than Atlanta's own, Talloolah Love and hosted by the devilish, Sig Sawyer. The hour long party was in full swing with a bevy of beauti ...
CD Review: ‘Here Come The Infidels’ by Stuck Mojo
On June 24, I received my copy of Atlanta-based rap metal purveyor Stuck Mojo’s new album, Here Come The Infidels. This release raised a lot of red flags for longtime fans, including myself, as just prior to its inception the group saw a massive reformat ...
CD Review: “Decision Day” by Sodom
It took three years, but the legendary Teutonic thrash outfit Sodom is back with its fifteenth record, Decision Day. This year marks the 35th anniversary of the band's formation in 1981. However, the band still retains the aggression and Satanic vig ...
CD Review: “Moonbathers” by Delain
Delain's latest release, Moonbathers, successfully blends crunchy riffs with symphonic flair. The opening track, “Hands of Gold” is replete with galloping riffs and majestic orchestral samples. The track is straightforward with a stronger emphasis on heav ...
CD Review: “Tunguska” by Hexxus
Photo by Ann Sydney Taylor Photography A relatively new band built from some of Birmingham’s hoariest metal alumni (Capsized, Hog Mountin, Molehill and Charnel Ground), Hexxus parlays its collective experience into an efficient three-man wrecking crew c ...
CD Review: “Snake Church” by Ringworm
Cleveland hardcore-metal outfit Ringworm spread the crossover gospel on its eighth record, Snake Church. The title track fires like shrapnel in the air piercing all in its path. The rollicking guitar riffs and hardcore drumming are relentless as vocalist ...