Five Noteworthy Heavy Music Releases This Week
Greetings, Decibel readers! This week presents an exciting array of heavy music, showcasing two particularly intense releases from long-standing experimental bands. Additionally, there’s a revival of classic sounds and some catchy melodic death metal for those craving powerful riffs.
Coffin Hunters – Cosmic Dawn
The California-based classic heavy metal band, Coffin Hunters, returns with their third album, “Cosmic Dawn.” This release is a must-listen for fans of 70s hard rock and metal, infused with a touch of NWOBHM. Vocalist Sean Rivera delivers a performance reminiscent of legends like David Coverdale and Bruce Dickinson. Surprisingly, even the organ parts on this album, which I typically find unappealing, add a unique charm!
Stream: Apple Music
Emptiness – Nowhere Speaks
Prepare for a journey into darkness with “Nowhere Speaks” by Emptiness. This album presents an unsettling blend of noise that defies easy categorization, showcasing the band’s innovative fusion of styles. The result is a nightmarish soundscape that will resonate with adventurous listeners who dare to explore the avant-garde.
Stream: Apple Music
Inferno – The Anthropic Sophisms (On The Heights of Despair)
Inferno’s latest work, “The Anthropic Sophisms,” offers a dense and swirling experience of avant-garde black metal. Sitting comfortably alongside the darker elements of Blut Aus Nord, this album challenges listeners with its dissonant sound. Inferno describes it as follows:
“The human being is neither measure nor destination here, only a witness. An infinitesimal point within a field of forces that surpass it. The senses fail, reason loses its footing, and yet something is happening. Something unnameable, existing beyond language and beyond control. This is not music that tells a story or offers consolation in a refrain. It is a movement unfolding regardless of expectation.”
Stream: Apple Music
Left to Die – Initium Mortis
In a thrilling collaboration, Matt Harvey and Gus Rios join forces with original Death members Terry Butler and Rick Rozz to resurrect the early sounds of the Mantas/Death legacy with “Initium Mortis.” This album revitalizes classic tracks with a modern edge while maintaining the raw energy of the 1980s. Harvey’s vocal style closely mirrors that of Chuck Schuldiner, paying homage to Death’s groundbreaking creativity, while still hinting at thrash metal influences.
Stream: Apple Music
Necrocosm – To The Depths
Hailing from Raleigh, North Carolina, Necrocosm delivers melodic death metal with “To The Depths.” This album draws inspiration from The Black Dahlia Murder’s most melodic phases while aligning with the styles of bands like Hypocrisy and Kataklysm. Expect flashy guitar work and intricate compositions that will captivate fans of the genre.
Stream: Apple Music
Conclusion
This week’s heavy music releases encapsulate a rich diversity of sounds, from classic heavy metal to experimental noise and melodic death metal. Whether you’re a fan of nostalgia or seeking something fresh and innovative, these albums offer a little something for everyone. Dive in, explore these sounds, and let the music speak for itself!
FAQs
What genres are featured in this week’s releases?
This week’s releases include classic heavy metal, avant-garde black metal, melodic death metal, and experimental noise.
Where can I stream these albums?
You can stream all of the featured albums on Apple Music.
Are there any notable collaborations in this week’s releases?
Yes, Left to Die features original members of Death collaborating with Matt Harvey and Gus Rios to revive classic tracks.
What can I expect from Emptiness’s “Nowhere Speaks”?
“Nowhere Speaks” offers a dark and disturbing blend of sounds that challenge traditional genre boundaries, appealing to adventurous listeners.
