7th album from 2024 by this veteran Swiss Death/ Thrash Metal band and one of the pioneering forces of the European extreme Metal scene. Released four years after "Fracmont", the album confirms the outstanding form of a band that, after decades of existence, continues to preserve the identity and creativity that made it a cult name within the underground Metal world.
Its sound blends Death/ Thrash Metal with dark riffing, dynamic structures and flawless musicianship, maintaining the balance of aggression, technique and atmosphere that has always defined MESSIAH. Heavy, intense and deeply rooted in the old-school tradition, the album manages to sound both classic and contemporary, proving that the band remains a significant force within European extreme Metal.
Recommended for fans of: PESTILENCE, POSSESSED, DEATH, PROTECTOR and MASSACRA. [Digipack]
Vinyl version in silver wax with triple gatefold of the 7th album from 2024 by this veteran Swiss Death/ Thrash Metal band and one of the pioneering forces of the European extreme Metal scene. Released four years after "Fracmont", the album confirms the outstanding form of a band that, after decades of existence, continues to preserve the identity and creativity that made it a cult name within the underground Metal world.
Its sound blends Death/ Thrash Metal with dark riffing, dynamic structures and flawless musicianship, maintaining the balance of aggression, technique and atmosphere that has always defined MESSIAH. Heavy, intense and deeply rooted in the old-school tradition, the album manages to sound both classic and contemporary, proving that the band remains a significant force within European extreme Metal.
Recommended for fans of: PESTILENCE, POSSESSED, DEATH, PROTECTOR and MASSACRA.
2nd solo album from this acclaimed American guitarist, released in 2018 and best known as the founder and chief songwriter of SYMPHONY X. Inspired by H. G. Wells' classic novel, this conceptual work marked the beginning of an ambitious trilogy that allowed Michael Romeo to fully explore his musical vision beyond the boundaries of his main band.
Its sound blends Power Metal, Progressive Metal and symphonic elements with the dazzling guitar work that has made Romeo one of the most respected musicians in the genre. Packed with orchestral arrangements, massive riffs and cinematic production, the album delivers an epic and grandiose listening experience that will appeal to fans of sophisticated Progressive and Symphonic Metal.
Recommended for fans of: SYMPHONY X, KAMELOT, PAGAN'S MIND and DREAM THEATER.
1995 demo by this Polish Death/ Thrash band, presented here in a comprehensive remastered edition featuring the original recording, the three tracks from the "Promo Tape '95" and four live bonus tracks recorded the same year. Formed in 1991, they represent one of the many hidden gems of the thriving Polish underground scene that never received the wider recognition it deserved.
Their sound combines the aggression of early '90s Death/ Thrash with a strong melodic sense and subtle progressive touches that give the material its own distinctive identity. Intense riffing, dynamic songwriting and above-average musicianship make this recording a hidden treasure for fans of sophisticated European Death/ Thrash.
Recommended for fans of: PESTILENCE, DEATH, BELIEVER and MEKONG DELTA.
Debut album from 1992 by this legendary American Death Metal band from Florida, widely regarded as one of the defining classics of the early Tampa scene. Featuring a line-up that included George "Corpsegrinder" Fisher before joining CANNIBAL CORPSE, alongside Lee Harrison and Jon Rubin, the band made an immediate impact with a release that helped establish the blueprint for technical and brutal Death Metal.
Its sound combines speed, technical precision and relentless aggression through complex riffing, devastating drumming and outstanding musicianship. More sophisticated than much of the Death Metal of its era, the album achieves a perfect balance between brutality and musicality, securing its place as an essential cornerstone of the Florida Death Metal tradition.
Recommended for fans of: MORBID ANGEL, MALEVOLENT CREATION, DEICIDE and SUFFOCATION.
7th album from 1986 by this legendary British Heavy Metal band, widely regarded as one of the most important and celebrated releases of their entire career. Presented here in an edition featuring 3 bonus tracks, it also marked the studio return of drummer Phil "Philthy Animal" Taylor, ushering in a new era for MOTÖRHEAD during the second half of the 1980s.
Its sound combines the band's trademark speed and aggression with a more powerful and refined production than many of their earlier releases. Crushing riffs, Lemmy's unmistakable vocals and a collection of songs that rank among the finest in the band's catalogue make this a genuine Heavy Metal classic. An essential album whose influence can be heard throughout Thrash Metal and later generations of extreme music.
Recommended for fans of: TANK, VENOM, RAVEN and EXCITER.
The sole release from 1989 by this Dutch Death/ Doom band, compiling the complete recordings of an extremely short-lived yet highly influential underground act. Regarded as a genuine cult artifact, it gathers the legendary "Erupted Evil" demo together with live material recorded between 1989 and 1990, including 7 live bonus tracks that complete the legacy of one of the earliest and most extreme expressions of European Death/ Doom.
Their sound is painfully slow, oppressive and sickening even by the standards of the era. Strongly influenced by HELLHAMMER and CELTIC FROST, they developed a primitive, crushing and funereal style that anticipated many of the bands that would later define the Death/ Doom genre. A true underground relic and an essential release for understanding the origins of extreme doom metal.
Recommended for fans of: HELLHAMMER, CELTIC FROST, WINTER and THERGOTHON.
5th album from 2024 by this American Technical Death Metal band led by drummer and founder Mike Browning, continuing the legacy of the legendary NOCTURNUS more than three decades after the classics that helped shape Florida's technical Death Metal scene. With several historical members involved, the band further develops the science-fiction concepts that have always been central to its identity.
Its sound combines Technical Death Metal, futuristic atmospheres and prominent keyboards, preserving the unique personality that made NOCTURNUS such a visionary act. Complex riffing, constant tempo changes and a strong cosmic aesthetic result in an album that connects directly with the spirit of "The Key" and "Thresholds" while benefiting from modern production and flawless execution.
Recommended for fans of: NOCTURNUS, ATHEIST, PESTILENCE and CYNIC.
Vinyl re-issue of the debut album from 1990 by this legendary and utterly unclassifiable American Death Metal/ Grindcore band from Arizona. Led by the charismatic Lori Bravo, one of the earliest female frontwomen in extreme Metal, NUCLEAR DEATH created a truly unique sound within the late-'80s and early-'90s underground scene, combining brutality, madness and a completely singular artistic vision.
Its sound blends primitive Death Metal, Grindcore, extreme Thrash and a sick, surreal atmosphere that defies easy categorization. Chaotic, disturbing and far ahead of its time, the album alternates bursts of ultrafast violence with bizarre and twisted passages, resulting in a cult classic that remains as extreme and unhinged today as it was upon its original release.
Recommended for fans of: REPULSION, IMPETIGO, AUTOPSY and DECEASED.
7th album from 1994 by this legendary American Thrash Metal band, released during a particularly difficult period for the genre when many classic acts were moving away from their roots. Rather than following trends, OVERKILL made its sound even heavier and more aggressive, delivering one of the most intense and uncompromising records of its entire career.
Its sound combines speed, heaviness and relentless intensity through crushing riffs, a powerful rhythm section and the unmistakable vocals of Bobby "Blitz" Ellsworth. More direct and ferocious than "I Hear Black", the album recaptures much of the energy of the band's late-'80s classics and has since become one of the most highly regarded releases in their catalogue.
Recommended for fans of: EXODUS, TESTAMENT, DESTRUCTION and ANTHRAX.
3rd album from 1985 by this American Heavy/ Power Metal band, released several years before the stylistic transformation that would make the group one of the most influential Metal acts of the 1990s. With Terry Glaze still handling lead vocals, the album represents the peak of PANTERA's early era, showcasing a band that had already begun moving beyond its Glam Metal roots.
Its sound blends Heavy/ Power Metal, Hard Rock and strong mid-'80s American Metal influences, highlighted by the exceptional guitar work of a young Dimebag Darrell. More powerful and sophisticated than its predecessors, the album features some of the strongest material from the band's early years and has become a genuine cult favorite among dedicated fans.
Recommended for fans of: SAVATAGE, HELSTAR, CRIMSON GLORY and JAG PANZER.
Debut album from 2022 by this American Brutal Death Metal band from Mississippi. Following several years in the underground and a previous EP released in 2015, the band finally delivered its first full-length effort, reaffirming its dedication to the most classic and devastating forms of the genre.
Its sound is rooted in compact and straightforward Brutal Death Metal, driven by crushing riffs, punishing drumming and deep guttural vocals, with no unnecessary embellishments or modern trends. An intense and hard-hitting release that packs all its power into less than thirty minutes, showcasing a clear devotion to the most brutal side of American Death Metal.
Recommended for fans of: DEEDS OF FLESH, PYREXIA, DISGORGE and INTERNAL BLEEDING.
6th album from 2024 by this acclaimed Swedish Heavy Metal band, further cementing a career that has established it as one of the most respected names in the contemporary traditional Metal scene. Released three years after "At One with None", it also marks the band's first concept album, telling a dark story set in 17th-century Sweden and inspired by occultism, superstition and pacts with dark forces.
Its sound retains the band's trademark blend of classic Heavy Metal, Epic Metal and the dark influences of MERCYFUL FATE and KING DIAMOND, while introducing a greater compositional scope and increased variety. Sharp riffing, theatrical atmospheres, outstanding guitar harmonies and a strong sense of identity make this one of the most ambitious and accomplished releases in the band's catalogue.
Recommended for fans of: MERCYFUL FATE, KING DIAMOND, ATTIC and IRON MAIDEN.
Vinyl version in 2-LP with gatefold cover and 4-pag. booklet of the 6th album from 2024 by this acclaimed Swedish Heavy Metal band, further cementing a career that has established it as one of the most respected names in the contemporary traditional Metal scene. Released three years after "At One with None", it also marks the band's first concept album, telling a dark story set in 17th-century Sweden and inspired by occultism, superstition and pacts with dark forces.
Its sound retains the band's trademark blend of classic Heavy Metal, Epic Metal and the dark influences of MERCYFUL FATE and KING DIAMOND, while introducing a greater compositional scope and increased variety. Sharp riffing, theatrical atmospheres, outstanding guitar harmonies and a strong sense of identity make this one of the most ambitious and accomplished releases in the band's catalogue.
Recommended for fans of: MERCYFUL FATE, KING DIAMOND, ATTIC and IRON MAIDEN.
Re-issue of the 1st EP from 1987 by this legendary German Death/ Thrash Metal band, released one year before its classic debut album "Golem". Even at this early stage, PROTECTOR already displayed a level of aggression and darkness that placed the band ahead of much of the European extreme Metal scene, laying the foundations for a career that would eventually earn cult status among underground Metal fans.
Its sound combines the violence of savage Teutonic Thrash with elements that clearly foreshadow the later development of Death Metal, driven by razor-sharp riffing, frantic rhythms, harsh vocals and a dark, chaotic atmosphere. Raw, fast and devastating by 1987 standards, this EP captures the band in its purest form and stands as an essential document of early European extreme Metal.
Recommended for fans of: SODOM, MASSACRA, POSSESSED and MESSIAH. [Slipcase]
LP + 7"EP transparent silver splatter vinyl reissue with poster of the 1987 debut EP by this legendary German Death/ Thrash Metal band. Released one year before the classic debut album "Golem", these recordings capture PROTECTOR at its most primitive and savage stage, later becoming an essential reference point in late-'80s European extreme Metal. The included 7"EP features the 2 tracks from the band's 1986 demo "Protector of Death".
Its sound combines the violence of savage Teutonic Thrash with strong proto-Death Metal elements, driven by razor-sharp riffing, frantic rhythms, harsh vocals and a dark, chaotic atmosphere. Raw, fast and devastating for its time, this release perfectly captures the ferocity of a band that helped push European underground Metal into increasingly extreme territory.
Recommended for fans of: SODOM, MASSACRA, POSSESSED and MESSIAH.
2nd album from 2015 by this Polish Thrash Metal band, further developing the strengths displayed on their debut and establishing them as part of the new wave of European Thrash. Remaining faithful to the genre's most aggressive and streetwise traditions, the band delivers a raw, direct and uncompromising old-school approach.
Their sound combines speed, sharp riffing and a combative attitude rooted in both the German and American Thrash traditions. Rather than focusing on technical excess, the album thrives on energy, aggression and memorable hooks, resulting in a pure and honest Thrash Metal assault firmly connected to the spirit of the 1980s.
Recommended for fans of: SODOM, DESTRUCTION, OVERKILL and EXODUS.
Debut album from 1975 by this legendary British band formed by guitarist Ritchie Blackmore following his departure from DEEP PURPLE. Recorded alongside the members of ELF and featuring the unmistakable vocals of Ronnie James Dio, it marked the birth of one of the most influential acts in the history of Hard Rock and Heavy Metal.
Its sound blends Hard Rock, early Heavy Metal and touches of Progressive Rock and medieval-inspired music, creating the magical and epic atmosphere that would become one of the band's defining trademarks. The extraordinary chemistry between Blackmore and Dio, combined with a collection of highly distinctive songs, helped establish this album as a cornerstone in the development of classic Heavy Metal.
Recommended for fans of: DEEP PURPLE, DIO, URIAH HEEP and MSG.
Vinyl re-issue in black wax of the magnific 6th album from 1990 by this legendary Canadian Thrash Metal band, released after the acclaimed "Violent Restitution" and showcasing a more developed songwriting approach without sacrificing the aggression that had always defined the group. With Bob Reid fully established as frontman, RAZOR once again proved why it was one of the most feared and respected bands in the international Thrash Metal scene.
Its sound combines speed, violence and increasingly refined musicianship through razor-sharp riffing, crushing rhythms and relentless intensity. More mature and structured than some of the band's earliest releases, yet every bit as ferocious and uncompromising, the album represents one of the strongest chapters of its career and further cements RAZOR's place among the elite of Canadian Thrash Metal.
Recommended for fans of: SACRIFICE, INFERNÄL MÄJESTY, DARK ANGEL and DESTRUCTION.
Debut album from 1986 by this legendary Canadian Thrash Metal band, widely regarded as one of the cornerstones of the Canadian extreme Metal scene alongside acts such as RAZOR, INFERNÄL MÄJESTY and EXCITER. Raw, aggressive and utterly ferocious, the album captured SACRIFICE in its formative years as the band forged a particularly violent sound that helped define mid-'80s Canadian Thrash Metal.
Its sound combines the speed of Speed Metal with the primitive aggression of early Thrash Metal, driven by razor-sharp riffing, frantic rhythms and a dark, chaotic atmosphere. Wilder and more direct than the band's later releases, the album radiates youthful intensity and remains an essential reference point in the evolution of extreme Thrash Metal.
Recommended for fans of: RAZOR, INFERNÄL MÄJESTY, DARK ANGEL and SLAUGHTER. [Slipcase]
