Dune – Aurora Majesty
There’s some mighty good shit coming out of Scotland. At least in so far as this review is concerned. The shit (with horns up…
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Metalhead’s Holiday Gift Guide 2014
December is almost upon us. Unless you’re one of those highly-organized, forward-thinking people, you’ve likely still got a ways to go with your holiday…
Orange Goblin – Back from the Abyss
I must say I quite enjoyed the Goblin’s last album when it came out, oh, some two-and-a-half years ago. I missed their headlining tour…
Full Metal Parenting #4: Interview with Jonathan Dick
In a few short years, Steel for Brains has become one of the most respected websites in this global metal community that we call…
Inside Mastodon’s Next Revolution
The anticipation of getting to play Once More ‘Round The Sun – Mastodon’s sixth full-length album – has finally overcome drummer Brann Dailor. He…
Amnesia Rockfest: outdoing themselves one year at a time
On some level, every show organizer and promoter wants to have the event that those who attended look back and remember as the most…
Truckfighters – Universe
By Gruesome Greg This Swedish trio is one of the hardest-working bands in stoner rock. Though it’s taken a little while longer than expected…
Drawers – Drawers
By Gruesome Greg Sure, there’s certainly no shortage of silly European band names, but Drawers!? If you’re going to name yourself after furniture, at…
Astrakhan – The Pillarist EP
For a band that has only been together a couple years, the chemistry is incredible. They’re already crafting their art in such grand fashion that before long they’ll be forcing the bands now considered influences to up their game.
Adrenechrome – Hideous Appetites
Hellbound Metal: As a young band Adrenechrome may just be starting to nail down exactly what they want to be. Hideous Appetites is a good start. With chops to spare (Mike Van Dyk is one sick bassist.) and a good grasp on hooks, they are pretty close.