2nd album from 2020 by the Colombian SADISTIC MUTILATION, a sickening blast of Brutal Death Metal and Grindcore packed with chaotic riffs, uncontrollable blast beats and a dirty, crushing production. “Pathological Experiments” delivers a series of short, violent and highly explosive tracks where extreme speed and primitive brutality completely dominate the sonic approach.
The album moves between extreme gore and grind chaos, with simple but intensely aggressive structures, focusing on immediate impact and sonic saturation as its main weapon. A visceral, extreme work fully aimed at the most depraved corners of the underground.
Recommended for fans of DISGORGE, DEVOURMENT, WORMROT and PIG DESTROYER.
10th album from 1992 by the eternal SAXON, another powerful blast of pure British Heavy Metal packed with strength, anthems, and the unmistakable spirit of one of the most important and enduring bands in the entire history of the genre.
8th album from 2023 by the Austrian band SERENITY, a brilliant display of Progressive Power/Heavy Metal filled with epic melodies, majestic keyboard arrangements, and a powerful modern production. Led by the outstanding vocals of Georg Neuhauser, the band once again delivers a classy and emotional release packed with huge choruses for fans of SAVATAGE, THRESHOLD, BRAINSTORM, MASTERPLAN, and the most sophisticated and cinematic side of melodic Metal.
CD edition with 3 bonus tracks of the 2018 debut EP by the American SHADOW KINGDOM, an elegant blast of classic Heavy Metal with strong influence from traditional European sounds and darker American Heavy Metal. “The Reflection” focuses on a melodic and atmospheric approach, with warm riffs, well-defined structures and a clean production that enhances its classic character.
This reissue adds 3 bonus tracks, expanding the original material and reinforcing the project’s early identity, which clearly draws from 80s Heavy Metal while maintaining a modern sensibility, balancing energy, melody and a touch of restrained darkness.
Recommended for fans of IRON MAIDEN, JUDAS PRIEST, RIOT and VICIOUS RUMORS.
2nd album from 2007 by the French SIDEBLAST, a brutal and sophisticated work of Deathgrind and technical Brutal Death Metal that combines extreme violence, rhythmic complexity and an oppressive, futuristic atmosphere. “Cocoon” pushes the band’s sound to a far more elaborate and destructive level, alternating labyrinthine riffs, crushing tempo changes and explosions of pure aggression with surgical precision. An intense, sickening and crushing release that merges brutality and technicality without losing a single ounce of savagery. Recommended for fans of DYING FETUS, CRYPTOPSY, BENIGHTED and ABORTED.
15th album from 2026 by the American SIX FEET UNDER, a new blast of Death Metal and Groove Death that is absolutely heavy, filthy and straight to the throat. “Next to Die” combines the band’s trademark swampy groove with more aggressive and faster passages, alternating crushing mid-tempos with bursts of classic Death Metal in a formula that reinforces the most recognizable identity of Chris Barnes and company.
The album maintains its mix of brutal simplicity, dense riffs and gore-driven lyrical themes, but with a slightly sharper and more dynamic approach compared to previous releases, showing a band that remains loyal to its style regardless of trends or radical stylistic evolution. A solid record within its own universe, where weight and rawness still rule above all.
Recommended for fans of CANNIBAL CORPSE, DEICIDE, OBITUARY and MASSACRE. [Digipack]
Special 1996 release where SLAYER pays tribute to their wildest and most street-level roots through 15 cover songs from legendary Hardcore and Punk bands such as MINOR THREAT, VERBAL ABUSE, T.S.O.L., G.B.H., D.R.I., and many more. A raw, violent, and attitude-filled assault showcasing the band’s most direct and furious influences.
9th album from 2013 by the Brazilian-American SOULFLY, an intense blast of Groove Metal with elements of Thrash and Death Metal that combines heavy riffs, tribal grooves and a much more direct aggression than in previous releases. “Savages” finds the band in a more forceful and modern phase, with powerful production and a darker, more extreme approach within their signature style.
The album alternates crushing mid-tempos with faster, more aggressive sections, featuring guest vocal appearances and a dynamic that reinforces its violent and raw character. It preserves SOULFLY’s tribal DNA while pushing it into heavier, more extreme Metal territory.
Recommended for fans of SEPULTURA, CHIMAIRA, LAMB OF GOD and DEVILDRIVER.
2024 CD edition from the American STAINLESS featuring the Nocturnal Racer EP along with two bonus tracks taken from the 2022 Snakebite EP, expanding this explosive blast of Heavy Metal, Speed Metal and streetwise Hard Rock with a strong 80s flavour and a totally underground spirit. Packed with razor-sharp riffs, speed, Rock’n’Roll attitude and wild nocturnal energy, the release combines melody, dirt and power with irresistible authenticity, sounding like a hellish motorcycle tearing through a city drenched in neon lights and smoke. Recommended for fans of MOTÖRHEAD, CHASTAIN, SCORPIONS and RIOT CITY.
Debut EP from 2021 by the Spanish T TREINTA Y CUATRO, a blast of classic Heavy Metal with touches of Hard Rock, marked by a direct, organic sound with a strong 80s-rooted feel. “Reignición” revives the spirit of traditional Spanish Heavy Metal, with solid riffs, simple yet effective melodies and a raw production that prioritizes energy and attitude over polish.
The EP works as the project’s reintroduction after its revival, combining re-recorded older material with new compositions, maintaining an honest, streetwise approach deeply tied to the classic Spanish Metal scene.
Recommended for fans of BARÓN ROJO, OBÚS, LEIZE and ASFALTO.
Debut album from 2019 by the American TANITH, a brilliant work of classic Heavy Rock and Heavy Metal that revives the golden spirit of the 70s with a fully vintage sensibility. “In Another Time” combines warm riffs, evocative melodies and an organic, atmospheric approach deeply influenced by bands like BLUE ÖYSTER CULT and URIAH HEEP, yet with a strong and distinctive identity and a surprisingly fresh execution within its retro aesthetic. An elegant, nostalgic and richly layered record where the band crafts a sonic journey between the mystical and the melodic without losing strength or personality. Recommended for fans of BLUE ÖYSTER CULT, WISHBONE ASH, RAINBOW and WYTCH HAZEL.
2nd album from 2005 by the American THE BLACK DAHLIA MURDER, a devastating work of Melodic Death Metal and Deathcore packed with extreme speed, razor-sharp riffs and absolutely unhinged aggression. “Miasma” perfects the formula introduced on the debut by pushing the band’s sound into darker, more technical and more brutal territory, combining Swedish-inspired melodies with savage blast beats, frantic tempo changes and Trevor Strnad’s furious vocal performance. A fierce, intense and hugely influential record that helped establish THE BLACK DAHLIA MURDER as one of the key bands of modern American extreme Metal. Recommended for fans of AT THE GATES, CARNIFEX, DARKEST HOUR and CARNAL FORGE.
Debut album from 1989 by the American TITAN FORCE, an outstanding work of US Power Metal and Progressive Heavy Metal packed with technical brilliance, epic atmospheres and huge melodies. Fronted by the incredible voice of Harry Conklin from JAG PANZER, TITAN FORCE combines razor-sharp riffs, complex song structures and a majestic, futuristic atmosphere that turned it into a true cult gem of the most sophisticated and ambitious side of American Metal. A record as powerful as it is elegant, overflowing with virtuosity and unique personality. Recommended for fans of CRIMSON GLORY, FATES WARNING, HEIR APPARENT and JAG PANZER. [Slipcase]
5th album from 1993 by the veteran German band TRANCE, a solid display of classic Heavy Metal filled with energy, melody, and attitude, in the vein of bands like ANVIL, STEELER, RAVEN, and AVENGER. Direct, powerful Metal fully devoted to the true spirit of the ’80s.
Official 2022 edition of archival material by the American TYNATOR, a compilation of demos recorded between 1987 and 1992 showcasing the band in its rawest and most primitive era. “Shrieking Sounds of Deafening Terror” gathers classic Thrash Metal recordings with strong influences from the Bay Area scene and early European Thrash, featuring fast riffs, rough production and a direct, no-frills attitude.
The material clearly reflects the late 80s underground spirit, with an approach close to the most aggressive and dirty side of Thrash, capturing the energy of a band influenced by the genre’s first wave.
Recommended for fans of SLAYER, XENTRIX, ONSLAUGHT and I.N.C.
3rd album from 1993 by the American TYPE O NEGATIVE, an iconic and atmospheric work of Gothic Metal and Doom Metal that marked a turning point in the extreme scene of the 90s. “Bloody Kisses” combines dense, heavy riffs with hypnotic melodies, immersive keyboards and Peter Steele’s unmistakable voice, creating a unique blend of darkness, sensuality and melancholy. Featuring standout tracks such as “Black No. 1” and “Christian Woman,” the album manages to balance accessibility and darkness without losing its underground identity. A fundamental, elegant and deeply influential record within Gothic/Doom Metal. Recommended for fans of CANDLEMASS, PARADISE LOST, MY DYING BRIDE and SISTERS OF MERCY.
Official 2017 archival release by the American TYRANT’S REIGN, a compilation of demos and unreleased recordings made between 1987 and 1989 documenting the band’s earliest stage within the underground Thrash Metal scene. “Fragments of Time” gathers raw and direct material from various studio sessions and rehearsals, showcasing a classic, fast sound deeply rooted in old-school Thrash Metal.
The material reflects the energy of the late 80s underground, with an aggressive, no-frills approach where fast riffs, straightforward structures and an abrasive yet era-accurate production dominate.
Recommended for fans of SLAYER, TOXIK, HADES and BLESSED DEATH. [Digipack]
Official 2025 archival release by the Chilean UNDERCROFT, a compilation of demos recorded between 1993 and 1995 that brings together the tapes “To the Final Battle” (1993) and “Demons Awake, Revenge Is Near” (1993), two essential documents from the band’s earliest phase within the South American Thrash/ Death Metal underground. This reissue also includes three bonus tracks recorded in 2024, along with a new cover artwork for this revised edition.
The material shows UNDERCROFT in its most primitive form: aggressive riffs, straightforward structures and a raw intensity typical of the early-90s extreme scene, with a sound rooted in the most violent Thrash and early Death Metal, clearly leaning towards classic brutality.
Recommended for fans of CANNIBAL CORPSE, DEICIDE, SUFFOCATION and MALEVOLENT CREATION.
5th album from 2014 by the Brazilian UNEARTHLY, an intense blast of Blackened Death Metal with strong influence from the modern European extreme sound, combining dark riffs, explosive drums and a powerful, dense production. “The Unearthly” shows the band in a phase of stylistic consolidation, reinforcing their blend of aggressive Black Metal with contemporary Death Metal structures.
The album alternates passages of direct brutality with denser and more elaborate atmospheres, building a sound that is dark, epic and violent at the same time. A solid release within the Brazilian modern Black/Death Metal scene.
Recommended for fans of BEHEMOTH, BELPHEGOR, HATE and MARDUK. [Digipack]
Debut album from 2017 by the British VENOM INC., a band formed by former classic members of VENOM associated with the late 80s and early 90s era. A fierce blast of Speed Metal, Thrash Metal and Blackened Heavy Metal that revives the rawest, most primitive and streetwise essence of VENOM’s legacy.
“Avé” brings together this historic lineup, delivering dirty riffs, direct rhythms and a blasphemous, combative attitude that connects straight back to the spirit of old-school extreme Metal, while featuring a more modern production and a slightly more developed approach.
The album sounds raw, aggressive and uncompromising, functioning as a spiritual continuation of VENOM’s classic chaos rather than a simple tribute. Recommended for fans of VENOM, MANTAR, DESASTER and NIFELHEIM.
