Formed in 1995, BLACK WIDOWS soon left their indelible mark on the Portuguese metal scene but recognition further afield could be said to have been slow in latching on to the band. It is something we can only see changing… Read More ›
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indignu – adeus
In a time where light can seem a distant glimmer in the darkness of a world embroiled in turmoil and turbulence, moments of hope and understanding stand out. One such occasion comes in the shape of adeus, the new album… Read More ›
The Keplerians – Spaceship Earth
A love letter to its inhabitants with a warning to the planet, Spaceship Earth is the new EP from electronic dance collective THE KEPLERIANS. Across three tracks, the record provides adventure for body and thoughts alike, making no demands but… Read More ›
Neuropsy – Vivisection Of The Demented
A release which has stalked our attention and psyche since first feeling its voracious presence is Vivisection Of The Demented, the new EP from Portuguese death metallers Neuropsy. It is an encounter which certainly caught an inherent appetite for it’s… Read More ›
Lusitanian Ghosts – Exotic Quixotic
With members hailing from Portugal, Canada and Sweden, Lusitanian Ghosts is a band which has become a fascinating proposition this year through a trio of singles and an indie/alternative rock/pop sound which have seen the Alternative Folk-Rock outfit embracing the… Read More ›
Soundscapism Inc. – Afterglow of Ashes
Previous releases from Soundscapism Inc. has shown the band one skilfully weaving sounds and intimation with atmospheric prowess, one which stirs the imagination as it arouses the senses. Afterglow of Ashes is their new adventure, an encounter which again awakens… Read More ›
Places Around the Sun – Self Titled
It is four years since Portuguese rockers Places Around the Sun caught our ears with the release of debut album, Still Here. It was an encounter which nudged rather than commanded attention, a more forcible invitation coming with its successor… Read More ›
Push! – Dark Dive
Exploring music is the most rewarding adventure but equally a truly frustrating one when discovering a band or sound which has been around for a fair if not long time but only now coming to personal attention. Portuguese hardcore outfit… Read More ›
Altar of Pain: Severe Scourge
Severe Scourge is the latest EP from Portuguese death metalers Altar of Pain, a release which drives its festering consumption with a technical skill to match the destructive passion. It is also another example of the quality of bands and… Read More ›
Inner Blast: Sleepless Monster
The debut EP from Portuguese gothic metal band Inner Blast is one of those frustrating releases which have much more to offer than is allowed to show. Sleepless Monster is an imaginative collection of songs sabotaged by a poor production… Read More ›
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