Review: Vanderlust – The Human Farm
A tried-and-true concept about interstellar visitors that stumbles some but nails the landing.
Review: Inner Vitriol – Semper Tacui
A complex, heavy, and melancholic release from the Italians Inner Vitriol and special guests.
Review: Soft Machine – Thirteen
Some might say thirteen’s an unlucky number; Soft Machine would beg to differ.
Review: Ponte del Diavolo – De Venom Natura
The witching hour is upon us with Ponte del Diavolo’s newest release.
Review: For My Demons – Tristesse
For My Demons’ newest release explores Vincent Van Gogh’s troubled life; a thoughtful tribute worthy of attention.
Review: Walls of Babylon – Aeons Apart
Italian prog-power is not wanting for highly conceptual albums, and you can add Aeons Apart to that list.
Review: The Eternal – Celestial
Take a little Amorphis, and sprinkle in some Paradise Lost. Plug directly into ear holes. Heavy eyeliner recommended.
Missed Album Review: Buried Realm – The Dormant Darkness
Buried Realm’s “The Dormant Darkness” is a melodeath thriller that defies genre constraints, delivered by the solo genius Josh Dummer. Prepare for a sonic feast!
Review: Novembre – Words of Indigo
Novembre put out the perfect soundtrack for watching the leaves fall, anticipating the first snows, and grieving your motorcycle rides.
Review: Starbynary – Romeo and Juliet, Pt. I
In fair Trieste where we lay our scene, from ancient playwright break to new concept album, where Italian blood makes Italian hands play metal.