Review: Blood Countess - Imperatrix Sanguinis (2026)
Blood Countess’s Imperatrix Sanguinis (9/10). This English Black Metal release is an unforgiving, macabre journey steeped in darkness and harrowing legends. Read more!
Emma
Been listening to black metal since i was about 9 or 10 years old (thanks brother). Collector of vinyl records, attendee of many gigs, owner of a crying bank account.
Live Reviews
Festival Review: Dark Easter Metal Meeting (2026)
Dark Easter Metal Meeting 2026 was a true blast! Munich traded traditional carols for crushing riffs, occult ceremonies, and elite black metal. Read more!
Reviews
Review: Winterfylleth - The Unyielding Season (2026)
Winterfylleth’s The Unyielding Season (10/10). This UK Atmospheric Black Metal achievement is a definitive statement on human resilience and heritage. Read more!
Reviews
Wolfbastard - Satanic Scum Punks (2026)
Wolfbastard’s Satanic Scum Punks (8.5/10). This English Black Metal/Crust Punk release is a high-energy storm of delinquent joy and humorous ferocity. Read more!
From the Vault
From the Vault: Secrets of the Moon - Antithesis (2006)
Secrets of the Moon’s Antithesis (9/10). This German Black Metal classic portrays a deep commitment to mastering their craft through finely forged songwriting. Read more!
2026
Mossystone - Mossystone
Mossystone’s self-titled EP (8/10). This French Atmospheric Black Metal debut is a compelling sonic assault of aggressive intensity and poetic atmosphere. Read more!
2026
Review: Blackbraid - Nocturnal Womb (2026)
Blackbraid’s Nocturnal Womb (7.5/10). This US atmospheric black metal EP expertly blends diverse musical styles into a dynamic and cohesive journey. Read more!
2026
Review: Winter Eternal - Unveiled Nightsky (2026)
Winter Eternal’s Unveiled Nightsky (8.5/10). This Greek melodic black metal release delivers icy tremolo riffs, furious intensity, and a sharp old-school spirit. Read the full review!
Live Reviews
Live Review: Reaper Festival (2026)
Reaper Festival 2026 was a true blast! Manchester was swarmed by a different kind of bee for Valentine’s weekend: blast beats and black metal. Read more!
Live Reviews
Live Review: Ofnus, Oneiros, Saarkoth, Sanhedrin (2026)
Live Review: Ofnus, Oneiros, Saarkoth, Sanhedrin (2026). Experience an outstanding night of British Black Metal at Ye Olde Salutation Inn. Read more!
Reviews
Review: Staghelm - Natura Semper Praevalet (2026)
Staghelm’s Natura Semper Praevalet (8.5/10). This Welsh Atmospheric Black Metal release is an unyielding journey through nature and the macrocosm. Read more!
Album of the Year
The Infernal Records: Our Staff’s Personal Albums of the Year
The Infernal Records: BMZ Staff’s Personal Albums of the Year. Discover the top 3 picks from our writers, featuring essential 2025 releases. Read more!