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Out 22nd May via Hammerheart Records Death/Grind outfit Gorerotted have announced the re-issue of their 2000 classic Mutilated In Minutes via Hammerheart Records. The re-issue will be out on 22nd May via the label.  Pre-orders are available HERE. Gorerotted have always thrived on chaos, excess, and a sense of unfiltered fun, but where a band like Pungent Stench often leaned into sleazy groove, Gorerotted pushed further into sheer intensity. Tracks […]

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Reviewing albums explicitly labelled post-metal always seems to bring out my inner pedant. I know all genre labels are kind of meaningless, but post-metal specifically seems to simply be slapped onto anything with fewer riffs than your average atmo-black record, but a lot more cleans. Nonetheless, you know what it sounds like, in essence. If that essence had form, it could be Unverkalt on their third LP Héréditaire. Born in Greece and now split between Greece and Germany, Unverkalt’s self-styled avant-garde approach to post-metal takes its “heaviest and most heartfelt” form on this album, which also marks their signing with Season of Mist. Unknown to me beforehand, promotional references to Cut of Luna and Sylvaine in particular caught my eye, along with the art. I’m glad I picked it up because Unverkalt have something that approaches brilliance at many times. But in embodying the vague yet recognisable subgenre—and sounding good whilst doing it—Héréditaire fails to go further than the safety of the minimum required.

Ignore the artist touchstones in the promo; Unverkalt has little meaningful in common with them: a female lead vocalist is about where that starts and ends. If anything, the aura reflects more Harakiri for the Sky, Heretoir, or maybe Frayle. Lead vocalist Dimitra Kalavrezou sings with a distinctive, somewhat sweet intonation, and screams with articulate fierceness—impressive considering this is her first record providing harsh vocals. Her voice is joined by that of guitarist Eli Mavrychev and—in a late-album highlight—Sakis Tolis (“I, The Deceit”), often layered and intermingled to lend a chorus-of-many-voices air that can be quite powerful. This sense of solidarity and humanity ties into Héréditaire’s overt emotionality—easily its greatest asset—which revolves around mournful yet uplifting themes that rise from softly resonant notes into the (regrettably blurry) weeping of tremolo and chunky riffs. It’s through the continued swell and fade of each composition that we get to see the greats that Unverkalt is capable of.

Even as songs tend to repeat the same pattern, most manage to draw the listener in. Synths (“Oath ov Prometheus”), vaguely MENA-style saxophone (“Ænæ Lithi”), and sprinklings of piano (“Penumbrian Lament”), and humming strings (“Maladie de l’Esprit”)¹ float in and out, and I only wish they were used more. Harnessing the drama of surging, urgent riffs (“Die Auslöschung,” “Oath ov Prometheus”) and heartfelt group screams and singing (“Death is Forever,” “A Lullaby for the Descent”), the iterated compositions win you over by sheer force. These plainly beautiful melodies and ardent vocal performances are inextricable, each lending the other a level of strength and gravity neither could claim in isolation. Some songs stand head and shoulders above others in this regard: “Die Auslöschung,” “Death is Forever,” “Maladie de l’Esprit,” and in particular, “I, the Deceit,” where Sakis Tolis brings not only his voice but a distinctly Scandinavian melodeath² vibe to a song where he and Dimitria also duet in their shared native tongue. That song and many others are also examples of Unverkalt’s strange, quasi-pop-rock leanings that they incorporate through the use of bobbing, understated clean refrains that slingshot back into something heavier or more atmospheric (“Oath ov Prometheus,” “A Lullaby for the Descent,” “Introjects”). This weirdness sharpens Unverkalt’s style and works surprisingly well.

Héréditaire thus brims with feeling, strong melodies, and potential. Undeniably stirring at its best (“Die Auslöschung,” “I, the Deceit,” “Maladie de l’Esprit”), and with little idiosyncrasies of style giving it distinction, as a whole it feels oddly unrealised. One culprit is the shockingly compressed mix, which robs the guitars of their body and drums of their bite. Given the vocal range on display and the elements of instrumental experimentation (horns, piano, etc), this would sound far better with a roomier production. But it’s primarily the overly repetitive structure of the compositions that causes issues. Though the passion of the singing or screaming, and the force of a good melody cause you to briefly forget, every song follows essentially the same trajectory—or rather, the same sequence of things repeats across the album, sometimes spanning between songs. Whispers or quiet singing, a steady beat and post-rock atmosphere, black-adjacent speed and screaming, and a lapse into a swaying tempo. With nine tracks adding up to around 50 minutes, you start to notice.

I don’t want to rag on Héréditarire too much; it’s a good album. The fervency and melancholia of the vocal performances—from Dimitria especially—and melodies show the passion behind the project, and there’s a thread of individuality that could pull them out of obscurity. But for as expressive, intriguing, and compelling as their music often is, Unverkalt’s reluctance—or inability—to step outside of a template holds them down when they could be soaring.

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Rating: Good
DR: 5 | Format Reviewed: 320 kbps mp3
Label: Season of Mist
Websites: Bandcamp | Facebook
Releases Worldwide: February 27th, 2026

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German-born, Ireland-based artist DAMIEN CAIN has released a new music video for the song “The White Line,” taken from the album “Standarte” released on December 12th, 2025. Watch the video of “The White Line”: https://tinyurl.com/y3fpt2a8 “The White Line” is a dark melodic metal journey through a surreal battlefield of the soul – where destruction, demons, and burning cities mirror the chaos humanity leaves behind. Told […]

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London-based female-fronted hardcore/crossover band Cage Fight channel those old school fighting games of yore in the music video for their new single “Pick Your Fighter”. And when I say old school games, I mean more Mortal Kombat than Pong.

Featuring Benighted’s Julien Truchan with a guest vocal spot, the track is a heavy, groovy hardcore tune that’s sure to get you banging your head. Vocalist Rachel Aspe said the feel of the song was deliberate.

“We wanted to write a fun, sing-along party song with themes of determination and fighting spirit, and the result is ‘Pick Your Fighter.’ I also wanted to pay tribute to a French artist who marked my teenage years, and my dad suggested Nâdiya, an R&B singer who is huge back home. Musical and lyrical motifs in ‘Pick Your Fighter’ nod to Nadiya’s hit ‘Et C’est Parti’, a motivational party song that was a huge hit. The crowning touch is some very heavy guest vocals from my French friend Julien Truchan of the band Benighted. And there are pig squeals, many pig squeals!”

Inspired also by the “Et C’est Parti” video, the clip below was created in collaboration with Enemy of Boredom (EOB) Academy, which helps neurodivergent young people find their career as media professionals. That collab came about because Cage Fight’s drummer Nick Plews works for EOB Academy and had the idea to let the video game design students take a crack at making the video.

“That lightbulb moment, which came in the back of the van after a gig, was so exciting. I couldn’t wait to get back and rally the troops to get this looking awesome! On a personal note, this is definitely a special moment for me, and I am beyond impressed with what the students have achieved.”

You can check out the music video below to see what the kids came up with. It’s pretty damn good, for something some students whipped up.

Exuvia will be released on May 1 via Spinefarm, but you can pre-save your copy today.

Exuvia Tracklist:

1. Confined
2. Oxygen
3. Pig
4. Pick Your Fighter
5. Un Bon Souvenir
6. Deathstalker
7. Le Déni
8. Exuvia
9. The Hammer Crush
10. IHYG (I Hate Your Guts)
11. Élégie

UK dates with Employed to Serve:-

20-Mar – Shipley @ Kirkgate Community Centre
21-Mar – Edinburgh @ Mash House
22-Mar – Newcastle @ ThinkTank
23-Mar – Sheffield @ Yellow Arch
24-Mar – Norwich @ The Waterfront Studio
25-Mar – Milton Keynes @ The Craufurd Arms
26-Mar – Wolverhampton @ KK’s Steel Mill
27-Mar – Southampton @ The Joiners
28-Mar – Cardiff @ Clwd Ifor Bach

Announced festivals:

02 May – Dark Reign, UK 
27 Jun – Basinfire Festival, CZ
26 Jul – Mozhell Open Air, FR
31 Jul – Radar Festival, UK
01 Aug – Xtreme Fest, FR
02 Aug – Sylak Festival, FR
14 Aug – Motocultor Festival, FR
21 Aug – Furiosfest, FR 

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The latest cinematic showcase from NYC’s Blackened Caribbean Doom trio, PRECIOUS BLOOD has been unleashed! The official video for the title track from new album, False Prophets, is available at youtu.be/e306PCEGz4A The video was written, directed, and edited by drummer Grace Perez, and produced by Eye N Eye Productions. According to Perez: “I used footage from our recording sessions at Captain’s Cove […]

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Hamburg-based melodic thrash metal powerhouse GODSNAKE have released the official music video for the title track of their upcoming studio album “Inhale The Noise”, which will be unleashed on April 17, 2026 via Massacre Records. Following the previously released single “Lost & Forgotten”, the title track “Inhale The Noise” represents another explosive chapter of the band’s upcoming record. Packed with razor-sharp riffs, driving rhythms […]

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
MONOLIYTH Reflects on Comeback, Melbourne Scene, and Future Plans in Exclusive Beneath the Surface Interview
Melbourne, Australia – Extreme death metal veterans MONOLIYTH are back in the spotlight following the release of their ferocious album He Who Kills (August 2025, Wormholedeath Records). In a candid new feature with Beneath the Surface magazine, founder Mick Barr opens up about the band’s comeback, creative process, and the evolution of Melbourne’s underground metal scene.
After a 17-year journey since their 2008 release Imminent Demise , Mick recounts the challenges behind He Who Kills , describing the production process as “frustrating” and nearly abandoning the project before Luke Walton at Dangertone Studios helped bring the album to life. The record dives deep into the grim psyche of serial killers, exploring “the mechanics behind what drives someone to that point,” while staying firmly rooted in the band’s trademark old-school death metal sound.
Reflecting on their hometown, Mick praises Melbourne’s thriving metal community, noting that the city’s underground scene has grown exponentially since the late ‘90s, now bolstered by an influx of international acts and homegrown talent.
International acclaim has also followed the band, with highlights including a landmark performance in Romania. Mick emphasizes that seeing “blood, sweat, and tears” resonate overseas was a defining moment for Monoliyth and an affirmation of their decades-long dedication.
Looking ahead to 2026, Monoliyth is already gearing up for Brutefest 2026 , sharing the stage with US thrash icons Warbringer and local heavyweights Destruktor and Desecrator . Fans can also anticipate the band’s next studio effort, tentatively titled Plagues of Deceit , with nine tracks already written and set for recording later this year.
Quick Monoliyth Facts
Origin: Melbourne, Australia (Est. 1998)
Genre: Death Metal
Latest Release: He Who Kills (August 22, 2025)
Label: Wormholedeath Records
One Word: Perseverance
The Beneath the Surface interview is a deep dive into Monoliyth’s uncompromising approach, their relentless pursuit of musical extremity, and the mindset that has kept them at the forefront of the Melbourne death metal scene for over two decades.
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