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!

Review: Moon Wisdom - Let Water Flow

Moon Wisdom’s Let Water Flow (7.5/10). This Italian Black Metal debut delivers a deeply vibey, melodic journey through classic 90s-style atmosphere. Read more!

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!

Review: Wormsden - Devotion of the Cursed (2026)

Wormsden’s Devotion of the Cursed (9/10). This Russian Black Metal debut delivers a masterclass in atmospheric aggression and melodic dissonance. Read more!

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!

Review: The Chamberlain - Draconian Magick (2025)

The Chamberlain’s Draconian Magick (8.5/10). This Finnish Symphonic Black Metal debut is a focused and consistent journey of dark, icy atmosphere. Read more!

Review: Nearless - Autumnal Ache (2026)

Nearless’ Autumnal Ache (7.5/10). This UK Atmospheric Black Metal EP is a windswept, patient descent into melancholy and transition. Read more!

Review: Pénombre – “Demo 2026” (2026)

Pénombre’s Démonstration MMXXVI (8/10). This Québécois Black Metal demo blends Oi melodies with folk-heritage roots to create a powerful, soil-born manifesto. Read more!

Review: Fuath - III (2026)

Fuath’s III (8/10). Andy Marshall’s third atmospheric masterpiece is a cold journey through folklore, blending fast riffs with somber melancholy. Read more!

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!

Review: Unapproachable Light - Mesmerized by the Unknown (2025)

Unapproachable Light’s Mesmerized by the Unknown (6.5/10). This US Black Metal debut honors the genre's raw, esoteric spirit through its hypnotic and mystical demo.

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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Review: Langeneet - Kajastus (2025)

Langeneet’s Kajastus (7/10). This Finnish Black Metal opus blends raw aggression with ritualistic atmosphere and occult-driven identity. Read more!

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Review: Haeresis - Si Vis Pacem Para Bellum (2025)

Haeresis’ Si Vis Pacem Para Bellum (9/10). This German Post-Black Metal debut is a cold, dramatic milestone of aggression and atmosphere. Read more!

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Review: Oppression - No Safe Place (2025)

Oppression’s No Safe Place (8/10). This French Melodic Black Metal debut delivers blistering blast beats and a haunting, epic atmosphere. 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!

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Review: Nyrak - Phoenix Mortis (2025)

Nyrak’s Phoenix Mortis (8/10). This Belgian Atmospheric Black Metal opus is a bold, cinematic journey of destruction and mythic rebirth. Read more!

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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!

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Review: Mitternacht - Self-titled EP (2025)

Mitternacht's self-titled EP (7.5/10). This US Black Metal solo project delivers a punishing, orthodox statement of raw, purposeful aggression. Read more!

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Review: Unviâr - Disglaç (2025)

Unviâr’s Disglaç (9/10). This Italian Black Metal debut is a pummelling, deeply evil masterpiece of atmospheric finesse and unique variation. Read more!

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Review: Lunar Amulet - Self-titled EP (2025)

Lunar Amulet’s self-titled EP (7/10). This US Atmospheric Black Metal debut is a patient, dreamlike journey of beauty and restraint. Read more!

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Review: Enthroned - Ashspawn (2025)

Enthroned’s Ashspawn (9/10). These Belgian Black Metal veterans return with a brutal, mid-paced masterpiece of demonic atmosphere and top-tier production. Read more!

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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!

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Review: Skjønnhet - Sailing into the Drowning Horizon (Single)

Skjønnhet’s Sailing into the Drowning Horizon (8/10). This Indonesian Atmospheric Black Metal single delivers moody melodies. Read more!