Debut album from 1986 by this German band and a hidden gem of 1980s European Heavy Metal. This edition includes 7 bonus tracks taken from the band's 1987 and 1988 demos, gathering virtually all the material recorded during its short-lived career. Formed in 1984 and active for only a few years, BLACK FATE left behind a single full-length that has gradually earned cult status among collectors of traditional Heavy Metal.
"Commander of Fate" blends strong NWOBHM influences with touches of Speed Metal and highly melodic songwriting. Memorable riffs, excellent guitar harmonies and catchy choruses dominate an album that often sounds closer to the classic British scene than to many German releases of the same era.
Recommended for fans of: DIAMOND HEAD, SATAN, TOKYO BLADE, SINNER.
Release on A5 sized digipack of the 6th album from '15 by this italian band that plays a Death/ Black in the vein of bands like BELPHEGOR, BEHEMOTH, VORKREIST... excellent production! [Digipack]
Debut album from 2024 by the American BLACK HOLE DEITY, a devastating work of Technical Death Metal and Progressive Death Metal filled with labyrinthine riffs, dissonant atmospheres and absolutely monstrous musicianship. A dark, complex and oppressive release that balances brutality and sophistication with surgical precision, dragging the listener into a cosmic abyss of chaos and sonic destruction. Recommended for fans of GORGUTS, ARTIFICIAL BRAIN, ULCERATE and DEFEATED SANITY.
11th album from '21 by this band led by Zakk Wylde, ex-OZZY OSBOURNE guitarist, where he plays Southern Groove Metal with certain inlfuencas from OZZY OSBOURNE/ BLACK SABBATH, ALICE IN CHAINS, PANTERA ...
2nd album from '00 by this band led by Zakk Wylde, ex-OZZY OSBOURNE guitarist, where he plays Southern Groove Metal with certain inlfuencas from OZZY OSBOURNE/ BLACK SABBATH, ALICE IN CHAINS, PANTERA ...
2nd album from '19 by this excellent Canadian Thrash Metal band with slight touches of Black/Thrash, with influences from the very first VOIVOD, some VENOM, SODOM, AURA NOIR...
3 CD's of BLACK METAL for the price of one!!
- OUIJA "Ave Voluptatis Carnis"
- ITNUVETH "The Way of the Berserker"
- KÖRGULL THE EXTERMINATOR "Sharpen Your Spikes"
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3 CD's of BLACK METAL for the price of one!!
- WRONG "Pessimistic Outcomes"
- DANTALION "All Roads Lead to Death"
- NEXUS 6 "A Strange Habitat"
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11th album from 1983 by the British BLACK SABBATH, a dark and controversial work of Heavy Metal and Hard Rock marked by the addition of Ian Gillan from DEEP PURPLE on vocals. “Born Again” features a dense, dirty and oppressive sound packed with Tony Iommi’s crushing riffs, gloomy atmospheres and a raw production that over time has become an essential part of the album’s strange and decadent charm. A record far darker and weirder than it may initially seem, with BLACK SABBATH exploring heavy, theatrical and almost psychedelic territories through a truly unique personality within their discography. Recommended for fans of DEEP PURPLE, DIO, TROUBLE and SAINT VITUS.
17th album from 1994 by the British BLACK SABBATH, a solid and highly underrated work of Heavy Metal and melodic Doom Metal that marked the return of Tony Martin on vocals following the Dehumanizer era. “Cross Purposes” combines heavy, dark riffs with melancholic melodies and an introspective, elegant atmosphere, showcasing Tony Iommi crafting some of the most emotional and refined material of BLACK SABBATH’s 90s period. A gloomy, mature and class-filled record that deserves far more recognition within the band’s extensive discography. Recommended for fans of DIO, CANDLEMASS, TROUBLE and RAINBOW.
18th album from 1995 by the British BLACK SABBATH, a controversial work of Heavy Metal and dark Hard Rock where the band experimented with a more modern 90s-oriented approach without completely abandoning its classic identity. “Forbidden” features Tony Iommi’s trademark heavy and gloomy riffs alongside an unusual urban and decadent atmosphere rarely heard elsewhere in the band’s discography, eventually becoming one of the most debated and later reappraised albums of the Tony Martin era. Despite its uneven initial reception, the record contains several dark and powerful moments that show BLACK SABBATH exploring new shades during the mid-90s. Recommended for fans of DIO, TROUBLE, BLACK LABEL SOCIETY and CANDLEMASS.
14th album from 1989 by this legendary British Heavy Metal band and the 2nd to feature Tony Martin on vocals. Widely regarded by many fans as the finest release of the Tony Martin era, it marked a major resurgence for the band thanks to the arrival of legendary drummer Cozy Powell and an exceptionally strong collection of songs.
Its sound blends the classic darkness of BLACK SABBATH with a more powerful production and a strong epic and melodic character. Highlights such as the title track, "Devil & Daughter" and "When Death Calls", featuring a memorable guest guitar solo by Brian May of QUEEN, showcase a band operating at a remarkably high level, delivering one of the most respected albums of their post-Ozzy and post-Dio years.
Recommended for fans of: DIO, RAINBOW, MSG and JUDAS PRIEST.
9th album from 1980 by the British BLACK SABBATH, an absolute masterpiece of Heavy Metal and epic Hard Rock that marked the beginning of a new era for the band with the addition of Ronnie James Dio on vocals. “Heaven And Hell” combines Tony Iommi’s monumental riffs with a more melodic, epic and sophisticated atmosphere, giving birth to some of the most immortal anthems in the entire history of Metal such as “Neon Knights”, “Children Of The Sea” and the title track “Heaven And Hell”. A powerful, elegant and massively influential record that completely revitalized BLACK SABBATH and redefined the sound of 80s Heavy Metal. Recommended for fans of DIO, RAINBOW, JUDAS PRIEST and SAVATAGE.
