Black Ancestry--Possessed In Chains cd&digital {Blasphemous Art production} done on 8-4-25

 

Italy's  Black Ancestry  have unleashed their debut Possessed In Chains which is old school black thrash at it's finest.The guitars are played with fast and furious guitar patterns that are extremely well played and delievered.The guitarist executes some well performed solo's and guitar passages.The drums are played with extremly fast paced drum passages that are played with high intentisity.The drummer does perform some memorable drum parts throughout the songs.The vocals are raw black metal screams that fit the music perfectly.Their are also some well done raw and gruff death metal  vocals  used in a few of the tracks.Possessed In Chains is a great release of aggressive raw black thrashing metal so if you are a fan do yourself a favor and check it out today.                                                                                          Black Ancestry                                                                                                                                               https://blackancestry.bandcamp.com/album/possessed-in-chains                                                                 https://www.facebook.com/people/Black-Ancestry/100064157284559/#                                                   https://www.instagram.com/black_ancestry_666/                                                                                      Blasphemous Art production                                                                                                                      https://www.instagram.com/blasphemous_art_productions/

Ethereal Wound--DefilelDemise digital release{Lowered Head Rec.} done on 8-3-25

 

Ethereal Wound is a duo who comes  out of Portugal's black death metal scene and this is a review of the debut full Defile1Demise featuring six tracks of heavy, blackend death metal.Musically the duo blends moody desolate mid paced and more aggressive and brutal passages to create a grim release.The guitars are a mix of mid paced guitars that are heavy and crushing.The guitars do speed to a faster more aggressive style throughout the songs.The drums are equally well delievered with a mix of slow to mid paced drums that are devestating.And some faster upbeat drums.The vocals are heavy,death metal growls that are done with power.This  is my first  encounter with Ethereal Wound but if you are a fan of dark death metal that is played with intense and devestating musicial passages be sure to check these guys out today.                                                                                                                                              Ethereal Wound                                                                                                                                            https://etherealwound.bandcamp.com/album/defile-demise                                                                      https://www.facebook.com/people/Ethereal-Wound/61557928844930/                                                  Lowered Head Rec                                                                                                                                         https://loweredheadrecords.bandcamp.com/                                                                                                 https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578267781477                                                                      

Medieval Demon--All Powers of Darkness CD/LP {Hells Headbangers} reviewed by Andrew done on 8-1-25

Medieval Demon plays excellent black metal with killer riffs and a strong sense of cold melody on this, their fifth full length. Greece has turned out some great black metal over the years, but this really shines. It's not often a record that's this atmospheric with keyboards in every track scratches my itch, but this is done exceptionally well. It's a wall of sound that's talented, genuine, well-produced, and authentic. There are layers of horrific and (of course) medieval-style melodies on the keys. The drums thunder at times (and I think, unless it's sampled, there are tympani drums involved), bringing that old black metal feel to the record. The guys truly stand apart from the pack - the talent for songwriting alone manages this, but their sound, while hearkening back to the Norwegian sound, is all their own. They don't sound like any other band out there right now, at least that I've heard. 

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Terragon--Chapter V:The Middle Earth part three cd/digital{Self Released} Done on 7-27-25

 

France's  solo project  Terragon return with a new full length release.Chapter V:The Middle Earth part three is the newest release which contains twelve new songs of mid paced black metal that is well composed.The guitars are played with some slow to mid paced guitar passages that are played with skillful writing.The guitars do speed to a faster tempo throughout a few of the songs but is more slow almost doomish in a few songs.The drums are equally as well performed  mainly with slow to mid paced range drum passages.Like the guitars the drums do speed to a faster pace in a few of the songs to give each song it's own idenity.The vocals are heavy death metal growls in that fit the  music perfectly.The music is a perfect blend of traditional black metal mixed with atmospheric influences added into the music for a very unique style and sound.                                                                          Terragon                                                                                                                                                       http://terragon.free.fr/                                                                                                                                 https://xterragonx.bandcamp.com/album/chapitre-v-the-middle-earth-part-three                                      https://www.facebook.com/people/Terragon/100088815138885/                                                                https://www.instagram.com/manylaethurius/                                                                                                                                           

Castrator---Coronation Of The Grotesque cd,LP{Dark Descent Rec.} 7-26-25

 

Castrator  is a  four person band coming out of New York's death metal scene and this is a review of the new release.Coronation Of The Grotesque is the bands second full length that is crushing and extreme death metal in every way.The guitars are played with fast and furious guitar patterns that are played with skill and talented writing.The guitarist does write and perform some memorable passages adding in some slwer mid paced guitars.The drums are equally as devestating with chaotic and fast drumming parts.The drummer does write and performs some memorable drums that are brutal and heavy in the delievery.The vocals are brutal old school death metal growls that are powerful in their delievery.If you are a fan of original sounding old school death metal then be sure to pick up a copy of  Coronation Of The Grotesque  when it is released.                                                                                                                Castrator                                                                                                                                                       https://castrator.bandcamp.com/music                                                                                                          https://www.facebook.com/CastratorBand                                                                                                  https://www.youtube.com/c/CastratorBand                                                                                                 Dark  Descent  Rec.                                                                                                                                       https://www.darkdescentrecords.com/shop/                                                                                                  https://darkdescentrecords.bandcamp.com/                                                                                                 https://www.facebook.com/DarkDescentRecords                                                                                         https://www.youtube.com/user/darkdescentrecords                                                                                      

Interview with Atrum Lorde vocals and guitars for Indesiderium done on 7-18-25

1.Hails Atrum Lorde please introduce yourself to the readers?

I am Atrum, and I am the one responsible for bringing Indesiderium unto the world. I write all of the music and lyrics. I am also the vocalist, guitarist, and bassist.

2.When did you first discover black metal and what was it about this genre that drew you in and has kept you here over the years?

I started listening to Black Metal approximately 1992. I was in 7th grade, and I was a very angry person by that age. I appreciated the negative energy, and the darkness that the music conveyed. I connected with it instantly. It was unlike listening to death metal, thrash, or punk.

3.Who were the first bands that you discovered?Are their any current bands that have caught your attention?

The very first Black Metal band I heard was Beherit, along with Blasphemy, Impaled Nazarene, Samael, and the usual Scandinavian hordes. Greece had many bands that meant a lot to me such as Varathron and Necromantia to name a few. I am not familiar with many of the newer bands, and the newer material I do gravitate to is usually from the old bands.

4.When did you first become interested in writing and performing music?Are you self taught or did you take lessons when first starting out?

I started playing guitar back in 94. I started with basic lessons, enough to get me started in the directions that I wanted to go. I learned some theory, but I am very much self taught in many ways.

5.What are the instruments that you currently play?Are their any that you would like to learn one day?

I am primarily a guitarist, but I also play bass. Mainly out of necessity. I enjoy the drums, and I will sit behind a kit whenever the opportunity presents itself. I am not good at the drums, but I enjoy them. I would like to get better at the violin and cello.

6.Who are some of your favorite musicians over the years that you enjoy listening to?

Unfortunately I do not have any favorites anymore. If I do, they are the musicians that I work with. I only work with highly talented people.

7.Atrum Lorde you started Indesiderium in 2012 what gave you the idea to start this band? How did you choose Indesiderium as the name for this band?

I had a significant amount of material that simply did not fit in my previous bands philosophies. I became tired of writing music and lyrics for other people to gain from. I’ve had some of my best material claimed by others more than once. Writing for other people is weak.

8.Who would you say are the bands biggest influences and have they remained the same over each release?For the readers who have never heard your band how would you best describe the music?

I would say the usual suspects from Scandinavia when I was growing up in the 90’s. However the most prominent influences that are still present in my writing are bands like Dawn and Dissection when it comes to dark and evil melodies…and bands like old Dark Funeral and old Immortal when it comes to pure aggression.

9.The third full length The Nocturnal Seance Of Lucifer will be released through Satananth Rec. when did you first come in contact with this label?Are you satisfied with the job they have done so far?

I came in contact with Satanath probably early 2018 just as I finished the “Of Twilight and Evenfall…” album. I sent them the material and we formed a great working relationship from the start. They do a great job for what I need, and I appreciate the 100% creative freedom and support that many bands do not have.

10.How long did it take to write the music on The Nocturnal Seance Of Lucifer? How long would you say it usually takes to complete one song?

Under “normal” circumstances, songs are quite easy to write in regards to music. Writing the lyrics is very time consuming for me. I am a very deep thinking, and the lyrics I write have deep meaning. I wrote the majority of these songs between 2019 and 2023. And yes, they took a very long time this album. Life has been relentless with its challenges.

11.Where do you draw inspiration for the lyrics and what are some subjects written on the new release?Which usually comes first the music or the lyrics?

I write a lot on the occult, the supernatural, myths, and legends. They are all very much tied together. I also write about psychological components that contribute to these beliefs, and the overall etiology of mankind’s delinquency.

12.Besides the upcoming The Nocturnal Seance Of Lucifer release are the bands previous releases still availible for the Underground fans to pick up? Besides physical releases does the band have any other merchandise currently availible?If yes what is availible and where can the readers pick it up?

Yes, the entire back catalog is available from Indesiderium and our official bandcamp, as well as from Satanath and several other outlets all over the web.

13.I know Indesiderium is a two man band but would you like to add some session musicans to do some live shows someday or do you prefer to work in the studio?

Yes. I have a full lineup prepared for when the time comes. I have been fortunate to have made some really solid ally’s in the music world that are not only Indesiderium fans and supporters themselves, but highly talented and skilled musicians from all over the globe.

14.Atrum Lorde i know you live in California what is your opinion of California's black metal scene over the years?

There are a handful of really good bands, and not much else. Most of it is just a giant click of people obsessed with their image hanging out and partying. Black metal is just in the background. You have to be a part of the “cool kids” club which I am certainly not. I left the overall scene due to this rubbish, as I’ve not time for popularity contests or ass kissing. I am a recluse.

15.What do you enjoy doing in your free time?

I enjoy the company of my eternal companion. Aside from that, I play in another band that is old school thrash straight from the 80’s called Rapid Decay. Aside from music, I work to death!

16.Thank you for taking the time to fill out this interview do you have any final comments for the readers?

Thank you to Patrick and Winter Torment for their support. And thank you to all of the souls brave enough to buy and support our infernal noise. Cheers. \666/                                                                      Indesiderium                                                                                                                                                  https://indesiderium.bandcamp.com/album/the-nocturnal-seance-of-lucifer                                                https://www.facebook.com/Indesiderium                                                                                                       https://www.instagram.com/indesiderium_usbm/                                                                                        https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDakFBTqwltX9DtvYb0rqCA                                                           Satanath  Rec.                                                                                                                                                https://www.satanath.com/                                                                                                                            https://satanath.bandcamp.com/album/sat397-indesiderium-the-nocturnal-seance-of-lucifer-2025            https://www.instagram.com/satanathrecords/                                                                                                

Interview with Blutsauger done on 7-15-25

 

1.Hello please introduce yourselves to the readers?

Hello! We’re Blutsauger, apocalyptic black metal band hailing from the north-east part of Italy. I’m H. Škrat (guitar, bass and vocals) and with me there’s Hörske (guitar).

2.When did you first discover Black Metal and what is it that has kept you here all of these years?

I think it was in 2002 when I’ve been introduced to bands like Marduk and Cradle Of Filth. I was a teenager with no internet and no money so the only way for me to discover new bands was asking friends if they had something new for me. Later I discovered hundreds of bands of course. And it fascinated me for the same reason that it keeps me here, after more than 20 years: variety. There are LOTS of ways to play black metal, lots of different styles. And variety is something I always look for, especially in a record.

3.Who were the first bands that you discovered?Who are some of the current bands that you have been listening to?

Yes as I said Marduk and Cradle Of Filth were the first ones and I still listen to them. Marduk is still one of my favourites along with old Gorgoroth, Impaled Nazarene, old Mayhem, Absu, Nifelheim…

4.Blutsauger was started in 2021 what gave you two the idea to start this band?Are you satisfied with how things have gone so far with the band?

I created Blutsauger a few months after my old thrash metal band Nuclear Aggressor broke up; I needed to express the most perverse, chaotic, and nihilistic side of my personality. In the beginning, I was thinking like “well, I will just do a demo, sell it to friends and then stop.” But later, when I had the chance to bring this creature on stage, I thought that I could continue, and started thinking about a new EP...that became the first album “Nocturnal Blood Tyrants

5.Who would you say are the bands biggest influences?For the readers unfamilar with Blutsauger how would you best describe the bands musicial style?

I can say my favourite bands I was talking before are the main influences. I started Blutsauger with the same attitude of Nuclear Aggressor, so there’s a big thrash metal influence in it, along with the thrash bands I always loved, like Destruction, Sodom, Kreator, Morbid Saint, and so on. Last but not least I’d say that MANOWAR had a big influence...especially in lyrics and in the bass parts and sound. About our style: it’s dark, filthy and brutal. No blast beats, no fancy stuff, raw production and 80s/90s black metal sound and attitude.

6.Nocturnal Blood Tyrants is the debut full length how long did it take to write the music for the full length?Do you both take part in the writing process or does one member usually write everything?

The first songs have been composed in the beginning of 2023, just because we had the debut gig coming up and I needed more songs to fill the setlist. So it took like 2 years to have everything complete and ready. I wrote most of the riffs and lyrics but  my band-mate Hörske brought a lot of riffs and ideas; so yes, we both took part in the process.

7.Where does the band draw inspiration for the lyrics and what are some topics written about on the debut?Which usually comes first the music or the lyrics?

Mostly visions and metaphores of the modern world. One of the topics that I brought in the beginning was the attitude of the human being when there’s no law, no punishment and no morals...and the beast he keeps inside is free to crawl out. This is the main topic that inspires me, but there are some songs that have different topics, in the album. As I said before, I like variety in music.

Usually I jam in my studio, record the riffs, and then I start to think about the topic and the title, inspired by the music itself.

8.As mentioned Blutsauger is a two man band would you like to add more members to form a full line up or do you prefer working as a duo?

Yes I started this as a one-man band, then Aasimar joined a few months later (then she left in the beginning of 2025). Hörske started giving me riffs and ideas a couple years ago, then became officially a member of the band a few months later, but he doesn’t play live because he’s not ready yet. And I’m happy with this situation, actually. I have two live members that help me to bring this creature on stage, exceptional musicians and GREAT friends. We do rehearsals just before the shows so there’s no pressure, no stress, and I have more time to compose and record new stuff.

9.What does Black Metal mean to you?

Black metal for me is the antithesis of the modern world, done with its own tools, and the reflection of the inner beast we all have inside; and it’s not a musicial genre, it’s an attitude.

10.Blutsauger comes out of Italy's black metal scene what is your opinion of the scene in Italy over the years?

Well...I’ve always been very critical about the italian scene, I can say there are a few bands that are very talented and they make great music, but most of the bands are just made by posers and attention-whores. Luckily they have short life, most of the time. And about the audience, there are still the die-hard fans, those who really have passion for music without following trends.

11.Who are your all time favorite bands coming out of Italy.And are their any new bands you could recomend to the readers?

My favourites italian metal bands...I could say Death SS, Necrodeath, Bulldozer, Schizo..the old guard. Italian black metal bands I’d say Malvento, Spite Extreme Wing, Torke, and surely I forget someone else. New bands I’d recommend… absolutely Unviâr, if you like atmospheric black metal. They should release their debut album by the next winter solstice

12.Besides working in Blutsauger do either of you work with other bands or solo projects? If yes please tell the readers a little about  them?

Actually I’m also a member of other two black metal bands; I play guitar with Aganis (black/heavy metal sung in italian) and I sing with Akroterion (old school black/doom metal).

13.Thank you for taking the time to fill out this interview do you have any final words for the readers?

Thanks to you! I want to thank Diego of ATMF/De Tenebrarum Principio for believing in us! For the readers? Just listen to our music (the loudest possible) and buy the record if you like it.                             Blutsauger                                                                                                                                                     https://blutsauger.bandcamp.com/album/path-of-the-bleeding-dead                                                            https://www.facebook.com/blutsaugerkult                                                                                                   ATMF                                                                                                                                                            https://atmf.net/                                                                                                                                            https://atmfsssdtp.bandcamp.com/album/nocturnal-blood-tyrants                                                               https://www.facebook.com/aeternitas.tenebrarum                                                                                        https://www.instagram.com/atmf.official/