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Hegeroth, Nocturnal Ceremony, And Magefa Featured In Latest Legacy Magazine Issue Alongside Moonspell, Dimmu Borgir, Darkthrone, Paradise Lost, Venom, And More

The underground metal scene continues to make serious noise across Europe as artists working with Metal Devastation PR have been featured and reviewed in the latest issue of Germany’s legendary extreme metal publication Legacy Magazine .
This massive new issue features Moonspell on the cover and includes coverage of major names in the metal world including Dimmu Borgir, Darkthrone, Paradise Lost, Venom, Nunslaughter, and many others from across the global extreme metal underground.
Among the featured artists are Hegeroth, Nocturnal Ceremony, and Magefa, all receiving strong attention in the magazine’s latest review section.
Featured Reviews:

• Disintegration by Hegeroth earned a strong 9/15 rating , praised for its “ tightly played, modern form of blackened death metal ,” relentless aggression, razor-sharp riffing, and clean, powerful production .
• Obsidian by Nocturnal Ceremony received 12/15 points , with Legacy highlighting the album’s “ raw, atmospheric form of black metal ,” hypnotic flow, icy atmosphere, and emotionally charged melodic undercurrents.
• Legion by Magefa stood out with an impressive 14/15 rating . The magazine praised the record’s balance of brutality and groove , powerful songwriting, memorable hooks, and commanding vocal performance, calling it one of the strongest death metal releases in the issue.
NOCTURNAL CEREMONY FEATURED IN MAJOR INTERVIEW

Beyond the reviews, Nocturnal Ceremony also received an extensive interview feature titled:
“Between Church Fires, Silence, and a New Beginning”

The interview dives deep into the band’s origins during Norway’s explosive early 1990s extreme metal movement , their decades-long disappearance, and eventual rebirth through the release of Obsidian.
Guitarist Thomas reflected on reconnecting with former bandmates after years apart:


“We never really felt finished, it just ended suddenly.”


The discussion explores the contrast between the raw underground spirit of the 1990s and today’s polished digital metal landscape while emphasizing the importance of atmosphere , identity , and emotional depth in extreme music.
Thomas also explained the philosophy behind Obsidian and the band’s songwriting approach:


“A song should feel alive, slightly restless, as if holding something back.”


The feature presents Nocturnal Ceremony not as a nostalgia act, but as a band continuing unfinished business with renewed purpose, maturity, and artistic vision.
For independent underground artists, recognition from a respected publication like Legacy Magazine is another reminder that the global metal underground remains stronger than ever.
For press inquiries, interviews, radio coverage, and promotional opportunities: zach@metaldevastationradio.com





Hegeroth – Disintegration

Genre: Blackened Death Metal
Rating: 9 Points
Hegeroth deliver a tightly played, modern form of blackened death metal that leans heavily on fast, driving riffing and a cold, mechanical atmosphere. The songs are built on relentless blast passages and sharp, precise guitar lines, giving the album a consistently aggressive tone. Melodic elements appear, but they’re woven subtly into the overall harshness rather than softening it. Vocally, the band sticks to a rasping, mid-range growl that fits the material well. The production is clean and powerful, emphasizing clarity over rawness, which suits the band’s technical approach. While the album doesn’t reinvent the genre, it’s executed with conviction and delivers a solid, energetic listening experience.


Nocturnal Ceremony – Obsidian

Genre: Black Metal
Rating: 12 Points
Nocturnal Ceremony present a raw, atmospheric form of black metal that leans heavily on cold tremolo riffs and a hypnotic, almost trance-like flow. The songs are built around long, winding guitar lines and a harsh, distant vocal delivery that reinforces the icy mood. The production is intentionally rough, giving the material a cavernous, old-school feel without slipping into total murk. Melodic undercurrents appear throughout the album, adding emotional depth beneath the abrasive surface. While the band doesn’t break new ground stylistically, the album’s consistency and immersive atmosphere make it a strong entry for fans of traditional, frostbitten black metal.


Magefa – Legion

Genre: Death Metal
Rating: 14 Points
Magefa deliver a forceful, riff-driven death metal record that balances brutality with a surprising amount of groove. The guitar work is sharp and aggressive, shifting between fast, thrashing passages and heavier mid-tempo sections that hit with real weight. The vocals are deep and commanding, giving the songs a sense of authority. The production is clear and powerful, allowing the riffs to cut through without sacrificing heaviness. Lyrically and thematically, the album deals with war, destruction, and human cruelty, matching the intensity of the music. “Legion” stands out through its tight songwriting and memorable hooks, making it one of the stronger death metal releases in this batch.

Blacktop Mojo’s maiden voyage to the UK last year felt ridiculously improbable. When Burn the Ships released and they went viral with their cover of Aerosmith’s “Dream On”, it was the exact sentiment I had on the basis of them ever coming over. By the time I reviewed their self-titled album in the middle of … Continue reading Gig Review: Blacktop Mojo / Brayden Stewart / Gorilla Riot – O2 Institute 2, Birmingham (9th April 2026)

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A couple of years ago, Yard Act released their sophomore effort, Where’s My Utopia? The British post-punk band is back to today to announce its followup, You’re Gonna Need A Little Music. The confrontational, anthemic lead single “Redeemer” is here now. “I think the album is about multiple realities and how individualism has led us,…

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Eliza Neals is back with new music, and Blues Rock Review is exclusively premiering the official video for “Thunder in the House,” the title track from her latest album, Thunder In The House.

Released earlier this year, the record marked Neals’ return with her 13th studio album and another bold statement from one of modern blues rock’s most distinctive voices. Rooted in her Detroit upbringing and shaped by a wide range of influences, the album blends blues, rock, soul, and spiritual themes into a nine-song collection packed with energy and emotion.

The title track showcases Neals at full strength. Driven by pounding rhythms, sharp guitar work, and her unmistakable vocals, “Thunder in the House” captures the fierce spirit that runs throughout the album. Neals handles vocals and piano on the track, joined by Michael Puwal on guitar, Doug Woern on bass, and Steve Lacross on drums.

The album also earned high praise from Blues Rock Review, receiving a 9/10 score from reviewer Moe Moore, who wrote, “The musicianship, vocals, and songwriting across this recording are consistently solid. Neals’ voice carries a gravelly, coarse texture that makes everything she sings sound bluesy, soulful, and powerful.”

Moore also noted, “Thunder In The House is a recording that listeners will likely enjoy revisiting time and again.”

Longtime collaborator Puwal co-produced the album alongside Neals, with mastering handled by Dave Feeny. The project also features contributions from several respected Detroit-area musicians and special guests, further adding to the album’s depth and character.

Watch the exclusive premiere of Eliza Neals’ “Thunder in the House” below.

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After nearly four years, JASMENO is set to return with a new full-length album. The project’s second record, “Assemblage of Cinematic Idioms,” will be released on September 11, 2026, and promises to expand — and, in many ways, redefine — the musical language established by JASMENO so far. The album features six extensive tracks with […]

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At this point, every No Doubt song is a live rarity. The once-dominant band has only been intermittently active in recent years. Since they wrapped up a run of 2015 festivals, No Doubt came back to play Coachella in 2024 and LA’s FireAid benefit last year, and that was it until they announced their run of shows at the Las Vegas Sphere. But when that Sphere residency kicked off on Wednesday night, No Doubt played a bunch of songs that they haven’t played in a long time.

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