Reviews
Review: Walg - VI (2026)
Walg returns with VI, a masterclass in modern melodic black metal. Read our full 9/10 review of the prolific Dutch duo's latest offering.
Roberto
Owner and creator of the website. I've been listening to black metal for 30 years now, and my love for it is ever so strong. Writes reviews, tinkers on the website while listening to black metal.
Interviews
Interview: Svarttjern
An interview with Svarttjern frontman Hans Fyrste. A dive into the state of black metal, their iconic artwork, and plans for the next album.
Reviews
Review: The Magus - Daemonosophia (2026)
The Magusβ Daemonosophia (8.5/10). This Greek black metal masterpiece from the Necromantia legend is a step up, delivering relentless atmosphere. Read more!
Newsletter
The Infernal Records: Week 04, 05, & 06
The Infernal Records: Week 04, 05 & 06 is out! Dive into our curated list of essential Black Metal releases from the last few weeks. See the full list!
Newsletter
The Infernal Records: Week 02 & 03
The Infernal Records: Week 02 & 03 is out! We continue in the new year with our curated list of essential Black Metal releases. See the full list!
The Infernal Records
The Infernal Records: Week 52 & 01
The Infernal Records: Week 52 & 01 is out! Kick off the new year with our curated list of essential Black Metal releases. See the full list!
Album of the Year
The Infernal Records: Our Staffβs Personal Albums of the Year
The Infernal Records: BMZ Staffβs Personal Albums of the Year. Discover the top 3 picks from our writers, featuring essential 2025 releases. Read more!
Newsletter
The Grim Digest: December 2025
The Grim Digest: December is live! Catch up on every crushing review published last month, perfectly formatted for a quick read. Start reading now!
The Infernal Records
The Infernal Records: Week 50 & 51
The Infernal Records: Week 50 & 51 is here! Explore our final curated list of 2025. With some stellar releases in it. See the full list!
Reviews
Review: GraveRipper - From Welkin to Tundra (2025)
GraveRipper - From Welkin to Tundra (9/10). This Blackened Thrash/Speed Metal album hits like a merciless sprint: fast, caustic, and vicious, delivering pure forward motion. Read the full review!
Reviews
Review: Bloedmaan - Vampyric War in Blood (2025)
Bloedmaan's Vampyric War in Blood (8/10). This Atmospheric Black Metal album delivers cold, melodic sound with a haunting vampiric aesthetic. Read the full review!
The Infernal Records
The Infernal Records: Week 48 & 49
The Infernal Records: Week 48 & 49 is here! Browse through our curated list of the latest essential Black Metal albums. See the full list!