Molosser/Self Titled.Gutter Prince Cabal/2026 EP Review

  Molosser  are  a  band  from  New  Zealand  that  plays  a  bestial  mixture  of  war,  black  and  death  metal  and  this  is  a  review  of t heir  self  released  2025  ep  which  will  be  released  in  May  by  Gutter  Prince  Cabal.

   A  very  dark,  heavy  and  brutal  sound  starts  off  the  ep  while  the  vocals  are  mostly  bestial  death  metal  growls.  Some  of  the  slower  riffing  also  shows  an  influence  of  doom/.death  metal  along  with  the  faster  sections  of  the  songs  also  adding  in  a  lot  of  blast  beats ,  raw  tremolo  picking  and  blast  beats.

  A  lot  of  the  music  also  shows  an  influence  of  the  90's  era  while  the  songs  also  add  in  a  good  mixture  of  slow,  mid  paced  and  fast  parts.  Some  of  the  riffing  also  shows  an  influence  of  black  metal  along  with  the  solos  and  leads  also  bringing  in  a  classic  death  metal  style  and  clean  playing  is  added  on  the  closing  track.

  Molosser  plays  a  musical  style  that  takes  war,  black,  doom  and  death  metal  and  mixes  them  together  to  create  a  sound  of  their  own.  The  production  sounds  very  old  school  while  the  lyrics  cover  darkness  and  destruction  themes.  

  In  my  opinion  Molosser  are  a  very  great  sounding  mixture  of  war,  black,  doom  and  death  metal  and  if  you  are  a  fan  of  those  musical  genres,  you  should  check  out  this  band.  RECOMMENDED  TRACKS  INCLUDE  "Strychnine  Hill"  and  "Indomitable  Force".  8  out  of  10.

  https://www.instagram.com/molosser04

https://molosser04death.bandcamp.com   

Conjuring/Memento Mori/Hypnotic Dirge Records/2026 Full Length Review

 

  Conjuring  are  a  solo  project  from  Switzerland  that  plays  an  atmospheric  form  of  black  metal  and  this  is  a  review  of  their  2026  album  "Memento  Mori"  which  will b e  released  in  may  by  Hypnotic  Dirge  Records.

  A  very  dark  yet  heavy  sound  starts  off  the  album  while  the  riffs  also  add  in  a  decent  amount  of  melody.  When  the  music  speeds  up  a  great  amount  of  tremolo  picking  and  blast  beats  can  be  heard  which  also  gives  the  songs  more  of  a  raw  feeling  along  with  the  vocals  being  mostly  high  pitched  black  metal  screams.

Throughout  the  album  you  can  also  hear  a  good  mixture  of  slow,  mid  paced  and  fast  parts  while  clean  playing  can  also  be  heard on  a  few  songs.  Some  of  the  tracks  are  also  very  long  and  epic  in  length  along  with  some  synths  also  being  utilized  at  times,  the  recording  also  has  its  atmospheric  moments  as  well  as  some  spoken  words  also  being  used  briefly,  the  closing  track  is  also  an  instrumental.

  Conjuring  plays  a  style  of  black  metal  that  is  very  modern,  aggressive  and  atmospheric  sounding.  The  production  sounds  very  professional  while  the  lyrics  cover  mortality,  transience  and  spiritual  awakening. 

  In  my  opinion  Conjuring  are  a  very  great  sounding  atmospheric  black  metal  solo  project  and  if  you  are  a  fan  of  this  musical  genre,  you  should  check  out  this  album.  RECOMMENDED  TRACKS  INCLUDE  "Memento  Mori"  and  "Anima".  8  out  of  10.

https://hypnoticdirgerecords.bandcamp.com/album/memento-mori

  

  

Hyeno/Faunah/Shortlist Records/2026 EP Review

 

  Hyeno  are  a  duo  from  Sweden  that  has  been  featured  before  in  this  zine  and  on  this  recording  plays  a  mixture  of  black,  doom  metal  and  industrial  and  this  is  a  review  of  their  2026  ep  "Faunah"  which  was  released  by  Shortlist  Records.

  Industrial  style  drumbeats  and  synths  start  off  the  ep  while  the  music  also  brings  in the  dark  atmosphere  of  black  and  doom  metal.  All  of  the  tracks  also  stick  to  an  instrumental  direction  along  some  touches  of  ambient  and  experimental  also  being  added  at  times  and  the  second  track  shows  the  music  going  into  a  darker  direction.

  On  this  recording  Hyeno  took  influences  from  black,  doom  metal,  industrial,  experimental  and  ambient  to  create  something  different  as  well  as  keeping  everything  instrumental  while  the  production  sounds  very  dark.

  In  my  opinion  this  is  another  great  sounding  recording  from  Hyeno  and  if  you  are  a  fan  of  ambient,  experimental,  industrial,  black  and  doom  metal,  you  should  check  out  this  ep.  RECOMMENDED  TRACK  "Samsara".  8  out  of  10.

  https://tidal.com/album/505956882

spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/album/58eOTpD0yAGiKMVjp9Kngi

youtube:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZe9hft8OXEaAmM4ZZKJdIA

   

Zornhau Interview

1.For those that have never heard of you before, can you tell us a little bit about the musical project?

Zornhau is an atmospheric black metal project focused on immersion and transformation. Driven by atmosphere rather than narrative, the music unfolds as a continuous rite — demanding endurance, presence, and submission. A voyage within. 

2.So far you have released one album, can you tell us a little bit more about the musical style that you went for on the recording?

I aimed to evoke a state of mind rather than tell a story. It is a collection of sounds where the listener is free to form their own interpretations. The music draws from multiple influences — ABM, doom,industrial, DSBM… to name a few. Forming a fusion rather than adhering to a single genre. 

3.What are some of the lyrical topics and subjects the project has explored so far with the music?

The themes reveal themselves over time. The answers are already there for those willing to listen closely, though not always in the ways one might expect. 

4.What tis the meaning and inspiration behind the name 'Zornhau'?

The word “Zornhau” originates from a medieval manuscript written by Johannes Liechtenauer in the 14th century. It refers to a German longsword technique and is considered one of his so-called “master cuts.” It translates to “Strike of Wrath” or “Wrath Cut,” which I felt resonated strongly with the spirit of the music. 

5.Can you tell us a little bit more about the artwork that is presented on the new album cover?

The artwork was created by the artist XXIX, a remarkable talent who does not typically work within the black metal genre. I was drawn to the motif because, unlike much of the genre’s visual language, it is not entirely black or intentionally obscure. It reflects the atmosphere of the album while maintaining its own distinct identity.

6.Has the band done any live shows or is this strictly a studio project?

No lives hows. For now, Zornhau remains strictly a studio project. 

7.How would you describe the masks that are worn in the promo pics?

Simple. Who and what i am is not important. The music is the primary focus and I merely serve as a vessel for its expression. 

8.The album was released on 'WormHoleDeath Records', how did you get in contact with this label?

I was contacted by a journalist who recommended me to contact the label. I did. And here we are.  

9.On a worldwide level how has the reaction been to your music by fans of atmospheric black metal/

The response has been largely positive. Maybe some confusion about the name, since it is also a common term in historical martial arts.  

10.Where do you see the band heading into musically during the future?

I would like to explore more ambient territories and incorporate a broader palette of sounds beyond traditional instruments.  I have also developed a strong interest in classical guitar. Maybe I’ll incorporate some of that. We’ll see what the voices in the dark has to say. 

11.What are some of the bands or musical styles that have had an influence on your music and also what are you listening to nowadays?

I believe inspiration can be found in almost anything. Within the ABM scene, Urfaust has had a profound influence on me, which is likely evident.  Other inspirations include Blut aus Nord, Ygg, and Peste Noire. In terms of current listening, I would say Chopin, Molchat Doma, and Wagner. 

12.Before we wrap up this interview, do you have any final words or thoughts?

Thank you for listening. 

zornhau1.bandcamp.com/album/zornhau
www.youtube.com/@Zornhau-o4b

 

Zaraza/...And You Will Remember This Winter/So Below Productions/2026 EP Review

 

  Zaraza  are  a  duo  from  the  Ohio  that  plays  a  very  raw  and  old  school form  of  black  metal  and  this  is  a  review  of  their  2026  ep  "...And  You  Will  Remember"  which  will  be  released  in  May  by  So  Below  Productions.

  

Synths  start  off  the  ep  before  going  into  a  very  fast  and  raw  musical  direction  which  also  utilizes  a  great  amount  of  tremolo  picking  and  blast  beats.  Vocals  are  mostly  high  pitched  black  metal  screams  while  the  music  is  very  heavily  rooted  in  the  second  wave  era  of  the  genre  and  all  of  the  musical  instruments  also  have  a  very  powerful  sound  to  them.

  Throughout  the  ep  you  can  also  hear  a  good  mixture  of  slow,  mid  paced  and  fast  parts  while  a  small  amount  of  melody  can  also  be  heard  in  some  of  the  guitar  riffing.  Some  of  the  songs  also  add  in  session  work  from  members  Burial  Oath  and  Nechowhen  along  all  of  the  drum  beats  also  being  programmed,  one  track  is  also  a  brief  interlude.

  Zaraza  plays  a  style  of  black  metal  that  is  very  raw  and  aggressive  in  the  classic  90's  second  wave  tradition.  The  production  sounds  very  dark  and  raw  while  the  lyrics  cover  the  occultism  of  the  primal  Appalachia.

  In  my  opinion  Zaraza  are  a  very  great  sounding  raw  and  old  school  black  metal  duo  and  if  you  are  a  fan  of  this  musical  genre,  you  should  check  out  this  ep.  RECOMMENDED  TRACKS  INCLUDE  "The  Yearning  Mouth  Of  The  Forest"  and  "Let  The  World  Fall  into  Night".  8  out  of  10.

  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OhdvDkEfD1g

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HUGAEJ4NRK4

https://zarazausbm.bandcamp.com/album/and-you-will-remember-this-winter     

https://www.instagram.com/zaraza_usbm/ 

Mazam/A Scar Upon The Void/2026 Full Length Review

  Mazam  are  a  solo  project  from  Italy  that  plays  an  atmospheric  form  of  black  metal  and  this  is  a  review  of  his  self  released  2026  album  "A  Scar  Upon  The  Void".

  A  very  dark  yet  heavy  sound  starts  off  the  album  while  the  riffs  also  add  in  a  decent  amount  of  melody.  Vocals  are  mostly  high  pitched  depressive  black  metal  screams  along  with  all  of  the  musical  instruments  also  having  a  very  powerful  sound  to  them  and  spoken  words  can  also  be  heard  briefly.

  When  the  music  speeds  up  a  great  amount  of  tremolo  picking  and  blast  beats  can  be  heard  which  also  gives  the  songs  more  of  a  raw  feeling.  When  guitar  solos  and  leads  are  utilized  they  are  done  in  more  of  a  dark  yet  melodic  style  along  with  the  songs  also  adding  in  a  good  mixture  of  slow,  mid  paced  and  fast  parts,  at  times  because  also  gets  very  atmospheric  as  well  as  adding  in  some  industrial  touches  and  a  couple  of  the  songs  also  adds  in  a  small amount  of  clean  playing.

  Mazam  plays  a  style  of  black  metal  that  is  very  traditional,  atmospheric  and  depressive  sounding.  The  production  sounds  very  dark  and  raw  while  the  lyrics  cover  urban  nihilism,  isolation  and  the  decay  of  modern  society.

  In  my  opinion  Mazam  are  a  very  great  sounding  atmospheric  and  depressive  black  metal  solo  project  and  if  you  are  a  fan  of  this  musical  genre,  you  should  check  out  this  album.  RECOMMENDED  TRACKS  INCLUDE  "Lead  Liturgy"  "Hollow  Eden"  "Sudden  Smog"  and  "Grey  Statis".  8  out  of  10.

  https://truemazam.bandcamp.com/album/a-scar-upon-the-void    

    

SOTABOSC Interview

 1.For those that have never heard of you before, can you tell us a little bit about the band?

We are Sotabosc, an atmospheric black metal band with antifascist roots formed in 2023 in Barcelona, Catalonia. Some of us come from post-metal, hardcore or doom metal bands, as well as raw black metal bands and even dark folk. This is the sum of our experience and musical tastes with a clear message of resistance against fascist oppression.

2.Recently you have released your first full length, can you tell us a little bit more about the musical style that you went for on the recording?

We chose Siete Barbas studio for the recording as we had some really positive experiences with Daniel (the person behind the studio), and knew he would capture the essence of our sound well since he also has a past within black metal, but also give an organic and natural feel to all the more delicate parts of our songs. 

3.The band members also have experience working in other genres, how would you compare to black metal style you have with this band to your previous or current projects?

It’s a matter of intensity. We all love fast and aggressive music, but also melodic and beautiful melodies. The conspiracy was a matter of time to happen.

4.What are some of the lyrical topics and subjects the band has explored so far with the music?

For this album we’ve chosen to talk about the history of our country, the oppression it has lived and the resistance it gave from a guerrilla called the ‘Maquis’, who hid in the mountains and forests and fought the francoist fascist army until the very last moments of the civil war. With metaphors and poetic language, we seek to evoke the feeling of nostalgia to this bitter past and not letting their memory fade.

5.What is the meaning and inspiration behind the name 'SOTABOSC'?

It translates to ‘undergrowth’, or beneath the forest. It was a name that resonated with us from the very beginning and felt it captured the essence of our sound well. Since the band originates from Ulmus, the dark folk project of Xavi, which has a deep connection to pagan and nature inspired themes, it felt even more appropriate.

6.Can you tell us a little bit more about the artwork that is presented on the new album cover?

The album cover is a mix of artworks from Manel (Woodcvtter Illustration) and Xavi (Error! Design), both members of the band, drummer and guitar player respectively. On one hand, the three arrows emblem by Woodcvtter Illustration is a reinterpretation of the antifascist symbol originated in Germany for the Iron Front in the 1930’s. And the background is a collage artwork by Error! Design that captures the atmosphere and nostalgia of the forests where the ‘Maquis’ fought and hid during the spanish civil war.

7.What are some of the best shows that the band has played so far and also how would you describe your stage performance?

No shows played so far, our first show is after release date: April 18.

8.Do you have any touring or show plans for the new album?

We’re already confirmed in festivals such as Gloomaar Festival in Germany, Dunk! Festival in Belgium, Okkult Session in Barcelona, as well as a tour through europe and a festival outside europe that’s still not announced but we’re really looking forward to it.

9.On a worldwide level how has the reaction been to your music by fans of black metal?

So far, the album has received really positive reviews. We, as long time black metal fans ourselves, wouldn’t be playing something that we wouldn’t listen to or enjoy in the first place, sot it’s both relieving and amazing to see such good welcoming to our debut album.

10.What is going on with some of the other bands or musical projects these days that some of the band members are a part of?

All of us are still active in our other bands and projects. It might mean we’re busier and schedulewise trickier to manage, but we’re all in.

11.Where do you see the band heading into musically during the future?

We are currently already writing new material for perhaps a new EP or album, who knows, but we want to maintain as much as possible the sound and essence but evolve it and make what we most enjoy listening to.

12.What are some of the bands or musical styles that have had an influence on your music and also what are you listening to nowadays?

Summing it up for all the members, probably Heretoir, Enyor, early Dimmu Borgir and Habak.

13.Before we wrap up this interview, do you have any final words or thoughts?

Thank you so much for the interview. Remember to fight fascism, support the underground and to take care of your loved ones.

https://www.instagram.com/sotabosc_official/
https://www.facebook.com/sotaboscofficial/
https://sotaboscband.bandcamp.com/

Hor/III/Metal Throne Productions/2026 Full Length Review

  Hor  are  a  band  from  Greece  that  plays  an  old  school  form  of  black  metal  and  this  is  a  review  of  their  2026  album  "III"  which  will b e  released  in  May  by  Metal  Throne  Productions.

  A  very  dark  yet  heavy  sound  starts  off  the  album  while  the  faster  sections  of  the  songs  also  add  in  a  great  amount  of  tremolo  picking  and  blast  beats  which  also  gives  the  music  more  of  a  raw  feeling.  Vocals  are  mostly  high  pitched  black  metal  screams  and  the  riffs  also  add  in  a  lot  of  melody.

  Throughout  the  album  you  can  also  hear  a  good  mixture  of  slow,  mid  paced  and  fast  parts  while  the  music  is  very  heavily  rooted  in  the  second  wave  era  of  the  genre.  When  guitar  solos  and  leads  are  utilized  they  are  also  done  in  a  very  melodic  style,  spoken  words  can  also  be  heard  briefly  along  with  all  of  the  musical  instruments  also  having  a  very  powerful  sound  to  them  as  well  as  some  of  the  tracks  also  being  very  long  and  epic  in  length.

  Hor  plays  a  style  of  black  metal  that  is  very  raw  and  aggressive  in t he  90's  second  wave  tradition.  The  production  sounds  very  raw  and  old  school  while  the  lyrics  cover  misanthropy  and  nihilism  themes.

  In  my  opinion  Hor  are  a  very  great  sounding  old  school  black  metal  band  and  if  you  are  a  fan  of  this  musical  genre,  you  should  check  out  this  album.  RECOMMENDED  TRACKS  INCLUDE  "Reborn  In  Scorn"  and  "Stellar  Silenced  Tomb".  8  out  of  10.

  https://www.facebook.com/HORblackmetal

 

https://horblackmetal.bandcamp.com/

     

Ashen Horde/The Harvest/2026 Full Length Review

 

  Los  Angeles,  California's  Ashen  Horde  have  returned  with  a  new  recording  which  shows  the  music  going  for  a  melodic  and  progressive  mixture  of  black  and  death  metal  and  this  is  a  review  of  their  self  released  2026  album  "The  Harvest"  which  will  be  released  in  May.

  A  very  dark,  heavy  and  melodic  sound  start  off  the  album  while  the  solos  and  leads  also  add  in  a  great  amount  of  melody.  All  of  the  musical  instruments  also  have  a  very  powerful  sound  to  them  along  with  the  faster  sections  of  the  songs  also  adding  in  a  decent  amount  of  tremolo  picking  and  blast b eats  which  also  gives  the  recording  more  of  a  raw  feeling.

  Vocals  are a  mixture  of  black  metal  screams  and  death  metal  growls  mixed  in  with  some  clear  singing  which  also  adds  in  a  touch  of  alternative  rock  while  the  songs  also  add  in  a good  mixture  of  slow,  mid  paced  and  fast  parts.  At  times  the  music  also  gets  very  technical  sounding  along  with  some  tracks  also  showing  the  music  going  into  more  of  a  progressive  direction.

  On  this  recording  Ashen  Horde  introduce  elements  of  alternative  rock  into  their  progressive  and  technical  mixture  of  black  and  death  metal  to  create  something  very  different  from  previous  releases.  The  production  sounds  very  professional  while  the  lyrics  cover  collapse,  decay  and  transformation.

  In  my  opinion  this  is  another  great  sounding  recording  from  Ashen  Horde  and  if  you  are  a fan  of  progressive  and  technical  black  and  death  metal,  you  should  check  out  this  album.  RECOMMENDED  TRACKS  INCLUDE  "Autumnal"  "Remnant"  and  "The  Harvest".  8  out  of  10.

 https://www.facebook.com/AshenHorde/

​https://www.instagram.com/ashenhorde

Acolythus/Unearthly Kingdoms Neath Lifeless Stars/Inverse Music/2026 Full Length Review

  Acolythus  are  a  band  from  Finland  that  plays  a  very  melodic  and  old  school  form  of  black  metal  and  this  is  a  review  of  their  2026  album  "Unearthly  Kingdoms  Neath  Lifeless  Stars"  which  will  be  released  in  May  by  Inverse  Music.

  A  v3ery  dark  sounding  synth  orientated  intro  starts  off  the  album  along  with  a  brief  use  of  spoken  words  before  going  into  a  heavier  direction.  Melodies  are  also  added  into  a  lot  of  the  guitar  riffing  while  the  faster  sections  of  the  songs  also  add  in  a  great  amount  of  blast beats  and  tremolo  picking  which  also  gives  the  music  more  of  a  raw  feeling.

  Vocals  are  mostly  high  pitched  black  metal  screams  while  the  music  is  very  heavily  rooted  in  the  old  school  era  of  the  genre.  Throughout  the  album  you  can  also  hear  a  good  mixture  of  slow,  mid  paced  and  fast  parts  along  with  the  solos  and  leads  also  being  done  in  a  very  melodic  style.  growls  are  also  utilized  at  times  as  well  as  some  of  the  tracks  also  being  long  and  epic  in  length,  spoken  words  are  also  added  towards  the  end.

  Acoythus  plays  a  style  of  black  metal  that  is  very  melodic  and  old  school  in  the  mid  90's  Finnish  tradition.  The  production  sounds  very  professional  while  the  lyrics  cover  occultism,  esoteric  knowledge,  and  a  misanthropic  and  post-apocalyptic  focus  on  humanity.   

  In  my  opinion  Acolythus  are  a  very  great  sounding  melodic  and  old  school  black  metal  band  and  if  you  are  a  fan  of  this  musical  genre,  you  should  check  out  this  recording.  RECOMMENDED  TRACKS  INCLUDE  "Scholars  Of  Empires  Beyond"  and  "In  The  Fading  Lights  Of  Burning  Cathedrals".  8  out  of  10.

https://www.facebook.com/Acolythusband
https://www.instagram.com/acolythusband

https://acolythus.bandcamp.com 

  

Vinterstov/Where Light Drowns/2025 Full length Review

 

   Vinterstov  are  a  band  from  Russia  that  plays  a  very  atmospheric  and  melodic  form  of  black  metal  and  this  is  a  review  of  their  self  titled  2026  album  "Where  Light  Drowns".

  Rain  and  thunder  sounds  start  off  the  album  along  with  some  atmospheric  sounding  synths  which  also  mixes  in  with  the  heavier  sections  of  the  songs  at  times.  When  guitar  solos  and  leads  are  utilized  they  are  also  done  in  a  very  melodic  style  and  the  vocals  are  mostly  high  pitched  black  metal  screams.

  When  the  music  speeds  up  a  decent  amount  of  blast  beats  and  tremolo  picking  are  also  utilized  which  also  gives  the  recording  more  of  a  raw  feeling.  Throughout  the  album  you  can  also  hear  a  good  mixture  of  slow,  mid  paced  and  fast  parts  along  with  some  acoustic  guitars  and  clean  playing  also  being  used  on  a  couple  of  tracks.  melodies  are  also  added  into  some  of  the  guitar  riffing  

  Vinterstov  plays  a  style  of  black  metal  that  is  very  modern,  melodic,  atmospheric  and  aggressive  sounding.  The  production  sounds  very  professional  while  the  lyrics  cover  isolation  and  introspective  themes.

  In  my  opinion  Vinterstov  are  a  very  great  sounding  atmospheric  and  melodic  black  metal  band  and  if  you  are  a  fan  of  this  musical  genre,  you  should  check  out  this  album.  RECOMMENDED  TRACKS  INCLUDE  "Where  Light  Drowns"  "Ancestors  Of  Ancient  Cults"  and  "My  Final  Scream".  8  out  of  10.

  https://vinterstov.bandcamp.com/album/demo-11

Python Interview

1.For those that have never heard of you before, can you tell us a little bit about the musical project?

Yeah Python is a black metal/funeral doom whatever you want to call it one man band centered around a very non traditional banjo. But really i just call it hypnotic swamp shit.

2.So far you have released a full length, can you tell us a little bit about the musical style that you went for on the recording?

I live out the woods literally back in the swamp and what came out on the record is so appropriate for the setting here. Very raw, creepy, and hypnotic. Originally i was going to just be making banjo songs and i ended up getting carried away adding bass and drums and rolled with it.

3.Instead of using regular guitar's you use a banjo as a lead instrument, can you tell us a little bit about the decision behind introducing this instrument to the genre of black metal?

My extended family has always been involved in bluegrass and my great uncle is the legend Dock Boggs. Honestly, i bought a banjo because of family and started learning traditional bluegrass and being who i am, i got really bored quickly and B lined into making this record.

4.Can you tell us a little bit more about the lyrical topics and subjects you have explored so far with the music?

Everything is about Florida nature and the spirits that inhabit this land.

5.How does the name 'Python' fit in with the musical style that you play?

The reason i wanted to use the name is because of the invasive Burmese Pythons in the Florida Everglades. It’s something i have studied heavily and am counting on hunting myself soon. This record feels like being on mushrooms alone in the glades so i felt it was appropriate.

6.How would you describe the artwork that is presented on the new album cover?

I love Warhead art so much. It’s so raw and primitive. It’s a swamp spirit fuckin his skeletal corpse while hallucinating on shrooms in the bog DUH

7.With this project you record everything by yourself, are you open to working with other musicians or do you prefer to work solo?

I did record this with a friend who gave me inputs, helped me with things, mixed it, and added sample sounds and shit like that. I just wrote and recorded everything. But yes i am open to it. I have a split recorded already but i will be starting a new full length this year with another friend and i am very much looking forward to that.

8.The album was released on 'Jems Label', how did you get in contact with this label?

We just chatted on Instagram a bit and we are boys now. Jorge rules. I can’t thank him enough for helpin with the release.

9.On a worldwide level, how has the reaction been to your music by fans of black metal?

Seems pretty good so far, i haven’t seen much negative or any really. Honestly i am glad people like it, but i really mostly made this record for myself. After being in a very large death metal band for years and stepping back from music for 5 years now i really needed to make something for myself like this.

10.Where do you see yourself heading into as a musician during the future?

I’m just going to keep evolving this project for now and trying to make it weirder and more mind bending. I have two - ten minute songs for a split with a friends swampy black metal project. Then i will do another full length probably all this year.

11.What are some of the bands or musical styles that have had an influence on your music and also what are you listening to nowadays?

Ak’chamel, Craft, Leviathan, Esoctrilihum, and Xasthur are my top influences for this I’d say. And honestly i mostly listen to Ak’chamel right now and i keep putting on Invunche, Cuntroaches, and Kūka’ilimoku.

12.Before we wrap up this interview, do you have any final words or thoughts?

I just hope everyone enjoys the weird shit i have made and will make.

Stop moving to Florida, it’s full.

Skunk ape is real. He’s a spirit that takes physical form and he lives out here.

Instagram: https://instagram.com/python.swamphymns

 

SOTABOSC/El Batec dels Maquis/DUNK! Records/2026 Full Length Review

 

  SOTABOSC  are  a  band  from  Spain  that  plays  an  atmospheric  form  of  black  metal  and  this  is  a  review  of  their  2026  album  "El  Batec  dels  Maquis"  which  will  be  released  on  April  17th  by  Dunk!  Records.

  Dark  soundscapes  start  off  the  album  before  going  into  a  very  fast  and  raw  musical  direction  which  also  utilizes  a  great  amount  of  tremolo  picking  and  blast  beats.  When  guitar  solos  and  leads  are  utilized  they  are  also  done  in  a  very  melodic  style  while  the  vocals  are  mostly  high  pitched  black  metal  screams.

  All  of  the  musical  instruments  on  the  recording  also  have  a  very  powerful  sound  to  them  while  the  songs  also  adds  in  a  good  mixture  of  slow,  mid  paced  and  fast  parts.  A  couple  of  the  tracks  are  also  very  long  and  epic  in  length  along  with  the  album  also  having  its  atmospheric  moments,  when  synths  and  clean  playing  are  utilized  they  also  add  in  elements  of  post  rock  and  ambient  as  well  as  the  riffs  also  mixing  in  a  great  amount  of  melody.

  SITABOSC  plays  a  style  of  black  metal  that  is very  modern,  melodic,  aggressive  and  atmospheric  sounding  as  well  as  mixing  in  elements  of  post  rock  and  ambient  to  create  a  sound  of t heir  own.  The  production  sounds  very  professional  while  the  lyrics  are  written  in  Catalan  and  cover  Norse  Mythology  themes.

  In  my  opinion  SOTABOSC  are  a  very  great  sounding  atmospheric  black  metal  band  and  if  you  are  a  fan  of  this  musical  genre,  you  should  check  out  this  album.  RECOMMENDED  TRACKS  INCLUDE  "Nerthus"  and  "Freyja".  8  out  of  10.

 https://www.instagram.com/sotabosc_official/ 

https://www.facebook.com/sotaboscofficial/

 https://sotaboscband.bandcamp.com    

Teloch Vovin/Towards The Inevitable/An Eastern Temple/Thus Spake Qayin Records2026 Full Length Review

 

  New  York's  Teloch  Vovin  have  returned  with  a  new  recording  which  shows  the  music  going  for  an  occult  form  of  black  metal  with  elements  of  doom,  death,  traditional  metal,  classical,  ambient  and  electronic  music  and  this  is  a  review  of  their  2026  album  "Towards  The  Inevitable"  which  will  be  released  in  May  as  a  joint  effort  between  An  Eastern  Temple  and  Thus  Spake  Qayin  Records.

  Ambient  style  synths  and  ritualistic  spoken  words  start  off  the  album  while  also  adding  in  some  electronic  sounds  which  also  mixes  in  with  the  heavier  sections  of  the  songs  at  times.  Vocals  are mostly  high  pitched  black  metal  screams  mixed  in  with  the  a  few  death  metal  growls  and  blast  beats  are  added  into  the  faster  sections  of  the  recording.  

  When  tremolo  picking  is  added  into  the  fast  riffing  they  also  give  the  music  more  of  a  raw  feeling  while  the  album  also  adds  in  a  good  mixture  of  slow,  mid  paced  and  fast  parts.  Melodies  are  also  added  into  some  of  the  riffs  and  the  slower  sections  of  the  songs  also  add  in  elements  of  doom  emtal.

  When  guitar  solos  and  leads  are  utilized  they  also  add  in  more  of  a  melodic  traditional  metal  style  along  with  some  of  the  tracks  also  being  very  long  and  epic  in  length.  Operatic  female  vocals  can  also  be  heard  briefly,  all  of  the  musical  instruments  also  have  a  very  powerful  sound  to  them  as  well  as  one  track  also  being  an  instrumental  and  adding  in  a  small  amount  of  clean  playing,  rain  and  thunder  sounds.  The  production  sounds  vey  professional  while  the  lyrics  cover  Occultism,  Left  hand  Path,  Rituals,  Theistic  Satanism  and  Qlipthoth  themes.

  In  my  opinion  this  is  another  great  sounding  album  from  Teloch  Vovin  and  if  you  are  a  fan  of  occult  black  metal,  you  should  check  out  this  recording.  RECOMMENDED  TRACKS  INCLUDE  "Samael  -  Lord  Ov  The  Second  Death  (Hymn  131)"  and  "Panzer  Fist".  8/5  out  of  10.

https://telochvovin288.bandcamp.com

https://www.facebook.com/TelochVovinOfficial

https://www.instagram.com/telochvovin666

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Na Zarot/Todesverse/My Proud Mountain/2026 Full Length Review

  Germany's  solo  project  Na  Zarot  has  returned  with  a  new  recording  which  shows  the  music  going  for  a  very  raw,  lo-fi  and  depressive  form  of  black  metal  and  this  is  a  review  of  his  2026  album  "Todesverse"  which  was  released by  My  Proud  Mountain.

  A  very  dark,  distorted  and  heavy  sound  starts  off  the  album  while  the  riffs  also  add  in  a  decent  amount  of  melody.  The  recording  also  captures  a  very  lo-fi  atmosphere  along  with  the  vocals  being  mostly  high  pitched  depressive  black  metal  screams  and  clear  singing  can  also  be  heard  on  one  of  the  tracks.

  When  tremolo  picking  is  added  into  the  riffing  they  also  give  the  album  more  of  a  raw  feeling  while  the  faster  sections  of  the  songs  also  adding  in  a  decent  amount  of  blast  beats.  Clean  playing  can  also  be  heard  on  a  few  tracks  along  with  some  keyboards  also  being  utilized  briefly.

  Throughout  the  recording  you  can  also  hear  a  good  mixture  of  slow,  mid  paced  and  fast  parts,  one  track  also  adds  in  a  brief  use  of  choir  samples  before  returning  back  to  a  heavier  direction  as  well  as  some  spoken  words  also  being  introduced  on  the  closing  song.  The  production  sounds  very  dark  and  raw  while  the  lyrics  are  written  in  a  mixture  of  English  and  German  and  cover  death,  darkness  and  paranormal  themes.

  In  my  opinion  this  is  another  great  sounding  recording  from  Na  Zarot  and  if  you  are  a  fan  of  raw,  lo-fi  and  depressive  black  metal,  you  should  check  out  this  album.  RECOMMENDED  TRACKS  INCLUDE  "al  infitar"  "la  llorna"  "liquid  cancer"  and  "noctem".  8  out  of  10.

https://nazarot.bandcamp.com/album/todesverse  

Rohgarr Interview

 1.For those that have never heard of you before, can you tell us a little bit about the solo project?

Yes, of course. First of all, thank you for the interview. My name is Rohgarr, I hails from Germany and I have a same titled black metal solo project, founded in 2024. 

2.You have your first full length coming out in April, can you tell us a little bit more about the musical style that you went for on the recording?

My debut album LESS PEOPLE will be released on April 24th. Black´n´Roll and D-Beat are combined there.

3.Some of your lyrics cover Norse and Germanic Mythology, can you tell us a little bit more about your interest in this topic?

Norse mythology is the historical element I identify with the most, which is why this cultural heritage is reflected in my lyrics. It embodies polytheism, a deep connection to nature, and traditional values.  

4.What are some of the other lyrical topics and subjects you explore on the new album?

Primarily I maintain the message of "less people, fewer problems". This claim almost fits in every living situations. When we´ve fewer people, we have cleaner nature, faster solutions in social debate and more relaxation in mountains and forests.  The list could go on forever.

5.What is the meaning and inspiration behind the name 'Rohgarr'?

Rohgarr is a neologism. It means a combination between my first and my last name in a blackened style. 

6. Can you tell us a little bit more about the artwork that is presented on  the new album cover?

The artwork is a symbiosis of shamanism, occultism, and a deep connection to nature. Most of the photos are my own, which I see as a way to authentically express and present my art to the outside world. 

7.With this project you record everything by yourself but have experience as a drummer in a full time band, do you feel working solo has given you an opportunity to be ,more creative when writing music?

It depends on the kind of music I’m aiming for. I love playing in bands, but I also enjoy composing my own pieces. I can fully express my creativity both in a collective and on my own - both are important to me. 

8.You also work as a drum coach, can you tell us a little bit more about this position?

I run my own drum school in Dresden, Germany, and write educational drum books. This is my full-time work alongside my bands and solo projects. 

9. On a worldwide level how has the reaction been to your music by fans of black metal?

Since I haven’t performed live with my solo projects yet, the feedback so far has been very positive. I truly value having an authentic exchange with people around the world through my music - it's deeply fulfilling to me. 

10.What is going on with 'Die Apokalyptischen Reiter' these days?

Last year, we celebrated our 30th anniversary, including a limited box set and a major tour. It was fantastic! Currently, we’re working on a new album, which will be released in 2027. 

11.Where do you see yourself heading into as a musician during the future?

Non-stop music writing, full-power live concerts, and an intense exchange about music and its philosophy. 

12.What are some of the bands or musical styles that have had an influence on your music and also what are you listening to nowadays?

Nowadays, I like listening to all kinds of Black Metal (except Post BM) and experimental music such as Ritual Ambient and Power Electronics. These are also my biggest influences for my current music. 

13.Before we wrap up this interview, do you have any final words or thoughts? 

All the best and SKAL!

https://rohgarr.bandcamp.com/

Hubris/Acts Of Sedition/2026 Full Length Review

  Hubris  are  a  band  from  New  York  that  has  had  music  reviewed  before  in  this  zine  and  on  this  recording  goes  for  an  old  school  form  of  black  metal  and  this  is  a  review  of  their  self  released  2026  album  "Acts  Of  Sedition".

  Dark  sounding  synths  start  off  the  album  before  going  into  more  of  a  heavier  and  melodic  direction  while  the  vocals  are  mostly  grim  sounding  black  metal  screams.  The  solos  and  leads  also  add  in  a  great  amount  of  melody  along  with  some  of  the  tracks  also  adding  in  a  small  amount  of  clean  playing.

  Spoken  words  can  also  be  heard  briefly  while  some  of  the  music  also  adds  in  the  brutality  of  death  metal.  When  the  album  speeds  up  a  great  amount  of  tremolo  picking  and  blast  beats  can  be  heard  which  also  gives  recording  more  or  a  raw  feeling  and  the  songs  also  mix  in  a  lot  of  old  school  touches.

  Throughout  the  album  you  can  also  hear  a  good  mixture  of  slow,  mid  paced  and  fast  parts  along  with  some  of  the  tracks  also  being  long  and  epic  in  length.  Growls  are  also  utilized  at  times  as  well  as  all  of  the  musical  instruments  also  having  a  very  powerful  sound  to  them,  one  track  is  also  an  instrumental.  The  production  sounds  very  professional  while  the  lyrics  cover  Satanism,  Egyptian  Mythology,  Death  and  Violence  themes.

  In  my  opinion  this  is  another  great  sounding  recording  from  Hubris  and  if  you  are  a  fan  of  old  school  black  metal,  you  should  check  out  this  album.  RECOMMENDED  TRACKS  INCLUDE  "Lightless  Lantern"  "Era  Of  Hubris"  and  "Outer  Space  -  Satanic  Torture  -  Hymn  To  Nuit  In  The  Abyss".  8  out  of  10.

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Galvanist/The Silence Bewtween Stars/ATMF/2026 Full Length Review

 

  Galvanist  are  a  band  from  Montana that  has  had  music  reviewed  before  in  this  zine  and  on  this  recording  goes  for  a  very  experimental  and  progressive  mixture  of  black,  doom  and  death  metal  and  this  is  a  review  of  their  2026  album  "The  Silence  Between  Stars"  which  will  be  released  in  may  by  ATMF.

  Synths  start  off  the  album  and  also  mixes  in  with  the  heavier  sections  of  the  music  at  times  while  most  of  the  songs  are  also  very  long  and  epic  in  length  Elements  of  doom  metal  are  also  added  into  the  slower  sections  of  the  recording  along  with  the  riffs  also  adding  in  a  great  amount  of  melody.

  Vocals  are  a  mixture  of  death  metal  growls  and  black  metal  screams  while  the  solos  and  leads  are  also  done  in  a  very  melodic  style.  When  the  music  speeds  up  a  great  amount  of  blast  beats  can  also  be  heard  along  with  the  album  also  having  its  experimental  moments  and  the  clean  sections  also  take  the  album  into  more  of  a  progressive  direction.

  Spoken  words  can  also  be  heard  briefly  along  with  the  songs  also  adding  in  a  good  mixture  of  slow,  mid  paced  and  fast  parts.  When  tremolo  picking  is  added  into  the  faster  riffing  they  also  give  the  recording  more  of  a  raw  feeling.  The  production  sounds  very  professional  while  the  lyrics  cover  the  philosophy  of  writings  of  Georges  Battaile.

  In  my  opinion  this  is  another  great  sounding  recording  from  Galvanist  and  if  you  are  a  fan  of  experimental  and  progressive  black,  doom  and  death  metal,  you  should  check  out  this  album.  RECOMMENDED  TRACKS  INCLUDE  "Atrophy"  and  "Hauntology".  8  out  of  10.

 https://metalodyssey.8merch.com/product/galvanist-the-silence-between-stars-cd-pre-order/

   

Malebeste/Monestherou/Antiq/2026 FUll Length Review

 

  Malebeste  are  a  band  from  France  that  plays  a  very  medieval  and  melodic  form  of  black  metal  and  this  is  a  review  of  their  2026  album  "Monestherou"  which  will  be  released  in  may  by  Antiq.

  Voices  and  synths  which  also  mix  in  with  the  heavier  parts  of  the  music  at  times  start  off  the  album.  Melodies  are  also  added  into  a  lot  of  the  guitar  riffing  while  the  faster  sections  of  the  songs  also  add  in  a  great  amount  of  tremolo  picking  and  blast  beats  which  also  gives  the  recording  more  of  a  raw  feeling.

  Vocals  are  mostly  high  pitched  black  metal  screams  while  the  songs  also  add  in  a  good  mixture  of  slow,  mid  paced  and  fast  parts.  Angry  shouts  are  also  added  into  certain  sections  of  the  album  along  with  all  of  the  musical  instruments  also  having  a  very  powerful  sound  to  them  as  well  as  the  solos  and  leads  also  being  done  in  a  very  melodic  style,  a  few  songs  are  also  long  and  epic  in  length  and  a  couple  of  tracks  also  adds  in  a  small  amount  of  acoustic  guitars.

  Malebeste  plays  a  style  of  black  metal  that  is  very  melodic  and  aggressive  sounding  as  well  as  adding  in  some  medieval  touches  to  create  a  sound  of  their  own.  The  production  sounds  very  professional  while  the  lyrics  are  written  in  French  and  cover  the  legends  of  Charente,  Vendee  and  surrounding  regions.   

  In  my  opinion  Malebeste  are  a  very  great  sounding  medieval  and  melodic  black  metal  band  and  if  you  are  a  fan  of  this  musical  genres,  you  should  check  out  this  album.  RECOMMENDED  TRACKS  INCLUDE  "Hautefaye  1870"  "Miloziena"  and  "FlammeNoir  de  I'Espoir".  8  out  of  10.

malebeste.bandcamp.com    

Herbscure/Self Titled/2026 EP Review

    Herbscure  are  a  solo  project  from  Austria  that  plays  an  experimental  mixture  of  black  metal  and reggae  with  a  musical  style  he  refers  to  as  being  'herbal  black  metal'  and  this  is  a  review  of  his  self  released  and  self  titled  2026  ep.

  A  very  fast  and  raw  sound  starts  off  the  ep  along  with  a  great  amount  of  tremolo  picking  and  blast  beats.  Vocals  are  mostly  high  pitched  black  metal  screams  while  the  music  also  captures  a  very  lo-fi  atmosphere  as  well  as  the  solos  and  leads  also  being  done  in  a  very  melodic  style  and  all  of  the  musical  instruments  also  have  a  very  powerful  sound  to  them.

  Throughout  the  recording  you  can  also  hear  a  good  mixture  of  slow,  mid  paced  and  fast  parts  while  the  reggae  elements  also  takes  the  music  into  more  of  an  experimental  mixture.  Weed  smoking  sounds  can  also  be  heard  briefly  along  with  some  of  the  riffing  also  adding  in  a  small  amount  of  melody,  clean  playing  and  whispers  are  added  on  the  closing  track.

  Herbscure  plays  a  musical  style  that  takes  a  raw  form  of  black  metal  and  mixes  it  with  reggae  to  create  a  sound  of  his  own.  The  production  sounds  very  dark  and  raw  while  the  lyrics  cover  marijuana  themes.

  In  my  opinion  Herbscure  is  a  very  great  sounding  raw  and  experimental  mixture  of  black  metal  and  reggae  and  if  you  are  a  fan  of  those  musical  genres,  you  should  check  out t his  solo  project.  RECOMMENDED  TRACK  "Clouds  in  The  Sky".  8  out  of  10.

  https://herbscure.bandcamp.com/album/herbscure