Metal fans, brace yourselves for an electrifying history lesson like no other as Philistine drops the much-anticipated music video for their self-titled track. This high-octane masterpiece takes you on a sonic journey through the annals of history, delving deep into the tumultuous world of the Philistines and their devastating path of destruction. The song is…
On Display, the formidable electronic rock and post-hardcore duo, unveil their soul-stirring debut release, Stuck. Comprising of vocalist and guitarist Ryan Kopman and drummer Greg Groothedde, the band has harnessed their unique musical identities to craft a compelling fusion of melodic rock and metalcore, accentuated with a touch of screamo. Born from the shared passion…
In a world dominated by digital streams and fleeting trends, independent Dutch record label Lay Bare Recordings stands as a steadfast champion of authentic music experiences. As they proudly celebrate their 10th anniversary, the label has achieved an impressive milestone of 52 album releases, showcasing an unwavering commitment to musical diversity and quality. Founded in…
Prepare to embark on an unparalleled expedition into the depths of sonic consciousness as Acid Magus, the trailblazing South African Psychedelic Progressive Doom ensemble, releases their much-awaited album, Hope Is Heavy out now on Mongrel Records. This boundary-pushing opus promises to challenge musical norms and elevate the listener’s experience to new dimensions. Drawing inspiration from…
South Africa’s most eagerly awaited alternative, rock, and metal festival RAMFEST is gearing up for an explosive return, and fans are in for a treat with the announcement of not one but two exceptional international headline acts. This year’s festival promises an unforgettable experience as it welcomes ENTER:SHIKARI and The Ocean to grace its prestigious…
Esjay Jones a highly talented and versatile artist hailing from South Africa and now based in the United States, is excited to announce the release of her latest single Faded. A captivating collaboration between her alternative trap metal project We Are Pigs and platinum-selling USA band Crazy Town. The track is set to captivate audiences…
BOARGAZM is one of South Africa’s premiere hardcore metal acts, delivering hard, aggressive & groovy slices of top shelf metal theatrics. Today sees the release of Armagammon via Mongrel Records. Influenced by classic Nu & Modern Metal the new album plays strongly into Boargazm’s graphic comic thematic. Founded by iconic musician Heine van der Walt,…
Doomtrigger is a 4-piece metal phenomenon hailing from Stellenbosch, South Africa. Seemingly out of nowhere, the band came tearing out the gates with their debut offering, Enter the Cosmic, in April 2022. They did not waste any time to attack the live scene and played their debut show in June 2022, demanding attention from the…
BOARGAZM is one of South Africa’s premiere hardcore metal acts, delivering hard, aggressive & groovy slices of top shelf metal theatrics. Founded by iconic musician Heine van der Walt, the youngest brother of the prestigious “Wolmer” clan. The Wolmer brothers have been involved in countless acts since the early 90s, and includes famed South African…
South African 5-Piece Lower Hollow see the light of somewhat darker times with their debut album Bloom & Expire out today via Mongrel Records. The album is already garnering widespread attention from media with the likes of GAMES, BRRRAAAINS & A HEAD-BANGING LIFE calling it “a debut album that is as creative as it is…