Reviews
Fordæðuskapr - Hræflóð Markar Fjalla
Fordæðuskapr’s Hræflóð Markar Fjalla (9/10). This Norwegian Atmospheric Black Metal debut delivers a mesmerizing, bass-heavy sound and peak shrieking vocals. Read more!
Kili Schauer
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Review: Jordsjuk - Naglet til Livet (2025)
Band: Jordsjuk Album: Naglet til Livet Genre: Black Metal County: Norway Label: Indie Recordings Released: September 19th, 2025 Introduction Naglet til Livet is the debut full-length from the Black Metal Masters Jordsjuk. After their debut EP, Råtner på rot, I was more than passionately awaiting new material from these hardworking
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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!
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Review: All Stars Are Dead - Solace In Surrender
All Stars Are Dead - Solace in Surrender (7.5/10). This debut is raw, traditional Black Metal with dissonant riffs. Read the full review!
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Review: Gaahl's Wyrd - Braiding the Stories
Gaahls Wyrd’s Braiding the Stories (8.5/10). Gaahl delivers experimental Black Metal blending Gothic Rock energy and controversial clean vocals. Read the full review!
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Review: Necht - The Inevitable Suffering
Necht’s The Inevitable Suffering (10/10). This Canadian Atmospheric Black Metal EP is a masterpiece of cinematic synths and brutal skill. Read more!
Interviews
Interview: Gaahl
Gaahl speaks! The enigmatic Black Metal living legend discusses his controversial shift to clean vocals and his separate world of art. See the full story.
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Interview - Hellripper
Hellripper. Kili interviews James McBain, the sole force behind the Scottish Black/Speed Metal act. They discuss chaotic live shows and the creative process. See the full story.
Live Reviews
Festival Review - Karmøygeddon 2025
Our team covers the massive Norwegian Karmøygeddon 2025 festival experience: great atmosphere, diverse acts, and a phenomenal crowd. See the full report!
Live Reviews
Concert Review: The Unholy Trinity Tour
The Unholy Trinity Tour. Our reporter covers a night of old-school Black Metal legends delivering a powerful, ritualistic atmosphere. See the full report!
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Review: Rhûn — Burial Pact
Rhûn’s Burial Pact (7/10). This raw, chaotic album delivers primitive Black Metal fury and an uncompromising sound. Read the full review!
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The best Black Metal releases of 2024
The Best Black Metal Releases of 2024 list is here! Discover the definitive must-hear albums that crushed the year. See the full rankings!