NYC “medieval fantasy heavy metal” band Castle Rat are gearing up to release their new album The Bestiary on September 19 via King Volume/Blues Funeral (pre-order), and ahead of its release we’re ...

Sadly, I can’t think of a single metal album released this year that wielded such arresting, heart-stopping power for me. My ...

Blazing out of the fires of heavy metal and adopting the pace and aggression of the burgeoning hardcore movement, thrash ...

From rap-rock pioneers to masked metal mavericks, the alternative metal scene has redefined heavy music. Join us as we count down the most dynamic and interesting bands that pushed the boundaries of ...