2nd album from 2008 by the Finnish GLORIA MORTI, a dark and devastating work of Blackened Death Metal and technical Death Metal filled with oppressive atmospheres, labyrinthine riffs and a cold, merciless aggression. “Eryx” pushes the band’s sound into more complex and dissonant territories, combining brutality, technicality and an unsettling almost surreal dimension within a deeply sickening and absorbing release. An intense and challenging record that blends the violence of modern Death Metal with the darkness and majesty of the most sophisticated European Black Metal. Recommended for fans of BEHEMOTH, ZYKLON, VESANIA and IMMOLATION.
Debut album from 2025 by the Canadian IN YOUR BLOOD, an explosive blast of Thrash Metal and Crossover packed with razor-sharp riffs, streetwise attitude and a wild, unhinged energy directly inspired by the old-school 80s scene. “In Your Blood” combines speed, aggression and shout-along choruses with a raw yet powerful sound, reviving the dirtiest and most adrenaline-fueled spirit of classic underground Thrash/ Crossover. A straight-to-the-throat release overflowing with youthful rage, spilled beer and sneakers sticking to the floor of a sweaty rehearsal room. Recommended for fans of MUNICIPAL WASTE, D.R.I., NUCLEAR ASSAULT and SUICIDAL TENDENCIES.
4th album from '98 by this german band where they returned to their more purely Death Metal style from their beginnings with influences in the vein of PESTILENCE, OBITUARY, MORGOTH, CANCER...
1st album from 2021 by the American INHUMAN CONDITION, a crushing blast of Old School Death Metal packed with massive riffs, sick grooves and a rotten atmosphere paying tribute to the dirtiest and most classic Florida sound. Featuring members deeply connected to the genre’s old school roots, the band delivers a brutal, direct and insanely addictive release, combining rawness, hooks and sonic violence with total authenticity. Recommended for fans of MASSACRE, OBITUARY, DEATH and SIX FEET UNDER.
Debut album from 1985 by the German IRON ANGEL, a savage explosion of Speed Metal and primitive Thrash Metal packed with uncontrolled speed, incendiary riffs and a characteristically Teutonic aggression. Hellish Crossfire stands as one of the great hidden classics of 80s German Metal, combining rawness, darkness and frantic energy with that irresistible underground spirit of the first European extreme Metal wave. A fierce and chaotic record that helped shape the most rabid and violent side of German Speed/ Thrash Metal. Recommended for fans of SODOM, DESTRUCTION, LIVING DEATH and VENOM. [Slipcase]
2nd album recorded in 1987 and officially released in 2004 by the American JAG PANZER, a magnificent work of US Power Metal and melodic Heavy Metal showcasing the band’s most sophisticated, epic and melodic side without losing any of their strength or identity. Originally shelved for years and later becoming a cult item among collectors, Chain Of Command combines memorable riffs, outstanding melodies and a more mature and refined atmosphere than their legendary Ample Destruction, delivering true hidden anthems of 80s US Metal. Recommended for fans of OMEN, HELSTAR, HEIR APPARENT and QUEENSR¾CHE. [Slipcase]
2nd album from the American Joe Satriani, released in 1987, a revolutionary work of Instrumental Rock, Hard Rock and Shred Guitar that redefined virtuoso guitar playing during the 80s. “Surfing With The Alien” combines extraordinary technique, unforgettable melodies and a futuristic, electrifying energy that established Satriani as one of the most influential guitarists of his generation. Packed with instrumental anthems such as “Satch Boogie”, “Always With Me, Always With You” and the title track “Surfing With the Alien”, the album achieves the perfect balance between virtuosity and emotion, avoiding empty self-indulgence thanks to its outstanding melodic and compositional sense. An absolute classic of guitar hero Metal and instrumental Rock. Recommended for fans of Steve Vai, Yngwie Malmsteen, Vinnie Moore and Paul Gilbert.
11th album from '25 by this outstanding Swedish band devoted to an epic form of Viking/Pagan Metal filled with majestic folk and medieval melodies, heroic atmospheres, and powerful songwriting. Highly recommended for fans of THYRFING, SKYFORGER, ENSIFERUM, MOONSORROW, and the most triumphant side of Scandinavian pagan metal.
Debut album from 2022 by the Canadian MAULE, an electrifying blast of traditional Heavy Metal and Speed Metal with a strong NWOBHM flavour, packed with galloping riffs, huge melodies and absolutely infectious youthful energy. Deeply influenced by the classic British scene while adding a wild and streetwise attitude of their own, MAULE combines epicness, speed and addictive choruses in a release that feels both fresh and nostalgic, overflowing with fantasy, steel and pure underground spirit. Recommended for fans of IRON MAIDEN, ANGEL WITCH, SAXON and DIAMOND HEAD.
12th album from '23 by this legendary American Thrash Metal band, once again embracing the sharp, aggressive, and straight-to-the-face sound they handle best in their later era. You can hate them, criticize them, or deny them all you want… but in the end, they’re still fucking METALLICA.
6th album from '82 + 5 bonus tracks by the immortal MOTÖRHEAD, a savage blast of speed, dirt, and sleazy Rock ‘n’ Roll delivered by one of the most influential and irreplaceable bands in the entire history of Heavy Metal.
7th album from 2007, marking a crushing return to the band’s most primitive and rotten roots, recovering the raw and swampy essence of their debut. Pure OBITUARY in savage mode.
2nd album from 2007 by the Dutch ONHEIL, a furious blast of Blackened Thrash Metal and Death/Thrash packed with razor-sharp riffs, devastating speed and a dark, militaristic aggression. “Storm Is Coming” combines the violence of European Thrash with the coldness and ferocity of Black Metal, resulting in an intense, direct and crushing release overflowing with hatred, chaos and warlike energy from beginning to end. A savage and powerful record that strikes with the force of a storm made of steel and fire. Recommended for fans of AURA NOIR, DESTRUCTION, WITCHERY and NECROPHOBIC.
Classic and fiery 4th album from 1989 by the unstoppable OVERKILL, an uncompromising blast of razor-sharp, aggressive, and streetwise Speed/ Thrash Metal packed with killer riffs and overflowing attitude. Absolutely essential.
2-CD Compilation album from 2014 by the Swedish PAGANIZER, a monumental collection of Old School Swedish Death Metal celebrating two decades of sonic decay by gathering essential tracks, rarities, demos and hard-to-find material from the extensive career of Rogga Johansson’s band. “20 Years In A Terminal Grip” works as a true encyclopedia of the rawest and most cavernous Swedish Death Metal, overflowing with rotten riffs, crushing grooves and that unmistakable old-school Scandinavian smell of dampness, blood and gasoline. An essential release both for longtime followers of the band and for devotees of the dirtiest and most classic Swedish Death Metal sound. Recommended for fans of GRAVE, DISMEMBER, RIBSPREADER and DEMONICAL.
2nd album from 1984 by the legendary PANTERA, belonging to their early pre-Phil Anselmo era, when the band played an explosive form of Heavy Metal filled with speed, melody, and pure ’80s spirit.
