5th album from 1992 by the American EXODUS, a controversial yet highly interesting work of Thrash Metal and Groove Metal where the band partially slowed down their usual speed to explore a heavier, darker and more experimental sound. “Force Of Habit” retains the trademark aggression of EXODUS while incorporating crushing grooves, more elaborate song structures and a denser, more muscular approach that has divided opinions since its release. An underrated and far more solid record than many remember, showing the band expanding their sound without losing their violent, streetwise identity. Recommended for fans of PANTERA, TESTAMENT, MACHINE HEAD and OVERKILL.
2nd album from 2019 by the international FACELIFT DEFORMATION (Hong Kong / Taiwan), a crushing blast of Brutal Death Metal with strong Slam influences, where dense grooves, heavy riffs and a polished yet brutal production create a visceral and extremely powerful sound. “Cybernetic Organism Atrocities” refines the band’s approach, incorporating greater structural complexity without losing its direct and devastating impact.
The album combines hypnotic slam sections with bursts of technical brutality and more atmospheric passages, reinforced by sci-fi/horror-inspired intros and samples that enhance its conceptual identity, rooted in dark science fiction and body horror themes.
Recommended for fans of VULVODYNIA, INGESTED, ABOMINABLE PUTRIDITY and ANALEPSY.
8th album from 2017 by the Greek FIREWIND, led by guitarist Gus G. (OZZY OSBOURNE), a powerful work of modern melodic Heavy Metal of high calibre. “Immortals” combines sharp riffs, epic choruses and a polished yet forceful production, maintaining a balance between aggression and accessibility that is characteristic of the band.
The album reinforces their more epic and powerful side, with a strong melodic focus and a direct approach, where guitar virtuosity and anthem-like songwriting take center stage.
Recommended for fans of JUDAS PRIEST, EDGUY, MASTERPLAN and STRATOVARIUS.
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.
13th album from 2025 by the Polish HATE, a devastating work of Blackened Death Metal packed with dark atmospheres, crushing riffs and an epic, ceremonial aggression that feels absolutely overwhelming. “Bellvm Regiis” finds the band pushing their sound into even more monumental and oppressive territory, combining modern brutality, atmospheric depth and strong inspiration drawn from mythology and the struggle for power. Featuring a massive and gloomy production handled by David Castillo, the album further confirms HATE as one of the most consistent and sophisticated bands in contemporary European extreme Death Metal. Recommended for fans of BEHEMOTH, VADER, AZARATH and BELPHEGOR.
Debut EP from 2018 by the Polish HAUNTED CENOTAPH, a heavy and funerary blast of Death/ Doom Metal strongly influenced by early death-doom pioneers, where slow, dense and dragging riffs dominate alongside a dark and sepulchral atmosphere. “Nightmares from Beyond” builds a raw and primitive sound focused on heaviness and a constant sense of oppression.
The material moves within a classic Death/ Doom framework, with simple yet hypnotic structures, rough production and a clear inspiration drawn from the underground scene of the late 80s and early 90s.
Recommended for fans of DERKÉTA, COFFINS, AUTOPSY, WINTER and MYTHIC.
5th album from 2020 by the American HAVOK, an intense blast of modern Thrash Metal with a strong technical edge, aggression and speed. “V” shows the band in top form, combining sharp riffs, complex structures and a powerful, well-defined production.
The album preserves the spirit of classic Thrash, but with a more polished and contemporary approach, reinforcing its technical character without losing the energy and rawness that define the band.
Recommended for fans of KREATOR, EXODUS, MUNICIPAL WASTE and DEATH ANGEL.
Reissue of the 2013 5-track MCD by the Austrian HELLRAZORS, expanded with 3 bonus tracks in this edition. “Funeral” is a savage blast of Blackened Thrash Metal with touches of classic Heavy Metal, where the filth of primitive Black Metal merges with the speed and riffing of more aggressive Thrash.
The sound is raw, direct and abrasive, strongly rooted in the most extreme European underground, where attitude and intensity take priority over any kind of technical polish.
Recommended for fans of SKELETONWITCH, DESASTER, WITCHBURNER and NOCTURNAL.
6th album from 1992 by the German HOLY MOSES, a savage and aggressive blast of Teutonic Thrash Metal packed with razor-sharp riffs, devastating speed and the furious, unmistakable voice of Sabina Classen. “Reborn Dogs” shows the band at full compositional maturity, combining the classic violence of German Thrash with a more technical and dynamic approach without losing a single ounce of brutality. A fierce, intense and incredibly solid release that fully preserves the underground fury of HOLY MOSES during the peak explosion of early 90s European extreme Metal. Recommended for fans of KREATOR, DESTRUCTION, SODOM and ASSASSIN.
5th studio album from 2020 by the American HORDE CASKET, a brutal blast of Brutal Death Metal with technical undertones and dense structures, packed with crushing riffs, controlled dissonance and a dirty yet powerful production. “Melted Together” delivers an extremely heavy and viscous sound, where instrumental precision is fused with a constant sense of contained chaos.
The album alternates chaotic high-speed sections with slower, dragging passages, building an oppressive, sickly and highly dense sonic atmosphere. A solid release within the American extreme underground, focused more on impact than ornamentation.
Recommended for fans of DEVOURMENT, PATHOLOGY, ABORTED and DISGORGE.
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 1998 by the German INCUBATOR, a crushing work of technical Death Metal and Brutal Death Metal packed with twisted riffs, complex song structures and merciless aggression. “McMetalXCVIII” showcases the band pushing their sound into even more extreme and sophisticated territory, combining brutality, speed and technicality with surgical precision and a sickening, oppressive atmosphere. An intense, savage and devastating record that perfectly represents the evolution of late 90s European technical and brutal Death Metal. Recommended for fans of KRABATHOR, PUNGENT STENCH, SUFFOCATION and CANNIBAL CORPSE.
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.
Vinyl version in black wax of the 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.
1st album from 1995 by the American INTERNAL BLEEDING, a landmark release in the development of Slam Death Metal, where the heaviest Death Metal is blended with crushing grooves, abrupt tempo changes and a rhythm foundation deeply influenced by Hardcore. “Voracious Contempt” defines the early sound of the genre, featuring dense riffs, heavy structures and an approach focused on impact rather than technical complexity.
The album alternates devastating mid-tempo sections with bursts of speed, creating a pounding, dry and extremely forceful sound that helped lay the foundations of the style later developed by the band and an entire generation that followed.
Recommended for fans of SUFFOCATION, PYREXIA, SKINLESS and DYING FETUS.
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]
Vinyl re-issue in galaxy orange/black wax with poster of the 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.
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 QUEENSRľCHE. [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.
