Bear Mace return with Slaves Of The Wolf, a work of excellence in old-school Death Metal—dripping with ferocious riffs, wartime themes, and killer vocal power.

Italian atmospheric Black Metal band Svart Vinter return with their second album Isvind, a cold, immersive journey through isolation, grief, and nature. Drawing deep from 1990s Norwegian Black Metal roots, Isvind balances icy sonic textures with existential lyricism, offering a powerful and emotionally resonant listening experience.

Ossuary unleash Abhorrent Worship, a decade-forged Death/Doom debut. Six tracks of smothering riffs, haunting atmospheres, and ferocious, blackened vocals await.

Belgian goregrind legends Brutal Sphincter return with their third full-length album, Sphinct-Earth Society—a savage, satirical blast of brutal Death Metal grooves and conspiratorial chaos. Get your brutal groove on May 23.

Serbian Black Metal act Oskrnavitelj reissue their debut album Pradavni as a limited-edition Digipack CD via Fetzner Death Records. Raw, second-wave worship with venomous vocals and powerful drum work, this is a must-hear for fans of Mayhem, Darkthrone, and Tulus.

Swedish Death Metal force Furnace return with Eternally Enthroned, a darkly epic concept album exploring themes of power, immortality, and doom.With masterful performances by Rogga Johansson, Peter Svensson, and Lars Demoké—plus guest vocals from Dave Ingram and Magnus Hultman—this sixth release fuses melodic brutality with high fantasy storytelling.

Poland’s blackened Death Metal masters Hate return with Bellum Regiis—a myth-infused, nine-track onslaught delving into power, sacrifice, and the darker sides of human nature.

Shores Of Null return with Beauty Over Europe, a dark metal live album that captures the raw passion and tour magic from their powerful 2023 European performances.A must-listen for fans craving the emotional depth of their live shows.

Gothic Doom Metal band Opia unveil stunning debut album I Welcome Thee, Eternal Sleep—a heart-wrenching journey through grief, death, and Victorian darkness. Words: Jools Green @opiaband_official @hammerheartrecords666

Hursan: Self-titled debut EP crashes onto the scene with a punishing fusion of Sludge, Hardcore, and Metal, delivering what might just be the ultimate soundtrack to societal collapse.Crafted entirely through a DIY approach—self-recorded, mixed, and mastered—this four-track release oozes raw intensity and bleak atmosphere, laced with unexpectedly groovy twists. Words: Jools Green @hursan.band

Industrial Puke unleash raw Crust/Death Metal power on new album Alive To No Avail, out 28 March 2025. Short, furious tracks deliver unrelenting sonic intensity. Words: Jools Green @industrialpuke @suicide_records

Norwegian Black Metal force Nattverd return with their fifth album, Tidloes Naadesloes—a raw, brutal, and exhilarating sonic assault.Words: Jools Green @nattverdofficial @soulsellerrecords

Spanish Death Metal legends Avulsed are back with Phoenix Cryptobiosis, a ferocious blend of brutality, melody, and relentless intensity. A must-hear..... Words: Jools Green @avulsed_official @xtreemmusic

Inborn Suffering return after a decade with Pale Grey Monochrome, a hauntingly emotive Doom Death album. Immerse yourself in bleak melodies and crushing growls. Words: Jools Green @inborn_suffering @arduamusiclabel