Black Metal Zine - Album Reviews, Interviews & Live Reports
Review: Tjaktjadálvve - Encompassing Nothingness (2026)
Tjaktjadálvve’s Encompassing Nothingness (7/10). This Swedish Atmospheric Black Metal release delivers solid morose soundscapes with a touch of cosmic experimentation. Read more!
The Infernal Records: Week 14
The Infernal Records: Week 14 is out! Take a look at our curated list of essential Black Metal releases from the past week. See the full list!
Review: Vintregal - Towards the Last Dawn (2026 EP)
Vintregal’s Towards the Last Dawn (10/10). This Ukrainian Pagan Black Metal EP is a nostalgic, atmosphere-rich journey that mirrors the classics. Read more!
Review: 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!
Review: Bloody Valkyria - Requiem: Reveries of the Dying (2026)
Bloody Valkyria’s Requiem: Reveries of the Dying (10/10). This Finnish Melodic Black Metal opus is a cinematic, harrowing exploration of death. Read more!
Review: 遠人之歌（Sounds of Alienation) - 天問 (Tianwen) (2026)
遠人之歌 (Sounds of Alienation) - 天問 (Tianwen) (9/10) is a Black Metal juggernaut stampeding onto the scene with visionary prowess that pushes the boundaries of Post-Black Metal Experimentation & Black Metal Traditionalism, uniting these concepts seamlessly.
The Infernal Records: Week 13
The Infernal Records: Week 13 is out! Take a look at our curated list of essential Black Metal releases from the past week. See the full list!
Review: The Magus - Daemonosophia (2026)
The Magus’ Daemonosophia (8.5/10). This Greek black metal masterpiece from the Necromantia legend is a step up, delivering relentless atmosphere. Read more!
Review: Mek Na Ver - Noctivaga (2026)
Mek Na Ver’s Noctivaga (8.5/10). This Italian Atmospheric Black Metal return balances old-school spirit with modern nocturnal atmosphere. Read more!
Review: Kaosophia - Beyond the Black Horizon (2025)
Kaosophia’s Beyond the Black Horizon (9/10). This Ukrainian Black Metal opus is a dark, malevolent masterpiece of technical proficiency and primal energy. Read more!
Review: Hierophany - Tenebrario (2025)
Hierophany’s Tenebrario (8/10). This Mexican Black Metal debut is a masterclass in atmospheric tension, blending Spanish mysticism with avant-garde ritualism. Read more!
The Infernal Records: Week 12
The Infernal Records: Week 12 is out! Take a look at our curated list of essential Black Metal releases from the past week. See the full list!
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!
Review: Mossystone - Mossystone (EP) (2026)
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!
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!
Review: Drawn Into Descent - Onrust (2026)
Drawn Into Descent’s Onrust (8.5/10). This Belgian Atmospheric Black Metal record is an industrial, sludge-filled nightmare that perfectly captures urban claustrophobia. Read more!
The Infernal Records: Weeks 10 & 11
The Infernal Records: Weeks 10 & 11 is out! Dive into our curated list of essential Black Metal releases from the past two weeks. See the full list!
Vault Review: Burzum - Filosfem (1996)
Burzum’s Filosofem (10/10). This Norwegian atmospheric black metal landmark remains a fundamental cornerstone of the genre's lo-fi philosophy. Read more!
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!
Review: Ensanguinate - Death Saturnalia (With Temples Below) (2026)
Ensanguinate’s Death Saturnalia (With Temples Below) (8/10). This Slovenian black/death metal release delivers savage riffs, relentless intensity, and a dark occult atmosphere. Read the full review!