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Dec 59 min read

Backstage With Opeth: A Conversation With Fredrik Åkesson

Talking guitars, new album composition, touring, and more with one of prog death's best.

Aug 289 min read

Vibrant Nightmares: A Conversation With Alan Robert (Life of Agony)

The art of tantalizing isn't foreign to the New York extraordinaire.

Aug 2014 min read

Drawing the Future: Dark Tranquillity's ‘Endtime Signals’ + a conversation with Mikael Stanne

The focused phalanx of Gothenburg legends return in gloom to Melodic Death Metal.

Aug 127 min read

Dungeon Crawl & James Bousema bring D&D to electrifying life on "Maze Controller"

Roll the dice and let this thrilling new endeavor transport you to grand new lands.

Jul 179 min read

The Revival of English Romanticism in the Work of Caelan Stokkermans

Exploring the intersection between Romantic and Classical art and metal through the cover illustrations of Cleveland's own.

Jun 1011 min read

Behind the Cover: Full of Hell — Coagulated Bliss

With madness through the arts introducing their latest feat, the multi-faceted ensemble hit culminating heights.

Jun 57 min read

Behind the Cover: Capstan — The Mosaic

The Floridian band's kaleidoscopic experience is more than just musical, but visual, too. "The Mosaic" is out now via Fearless Records.

May 2812 min read

Poetry in Deadly Motion: A Conversation with Brendon Small of Dethklok

As "Dethalbum IV" and "Army Of The Doomstar" make their rounds across the world, we sit down with the mind behind Metalocalypse.

May 246 min read

Ambiguous Chaos: A Conversation With Wretched Blessing

Diving into the Chicago duo's latest undertaking — a multi-faceted escapade.

May 1733 min read

Shadow And Myth: Ten Years of Cormorant's ‘Earth Diver’

Musings on folklore, the depths of legacy, and an avian album of musical mastery — an anniversary interview with Cormorant.

Apr 2913 min read

Behind the Cover: Borknagar — Fall

A conversation with the Norwegian band's mastermind, Øystein Brun, and artist extraordinaire Eliran Kantor about the heart found on "Fall".

Apr 88 min read

The Well-Worn Trail: Lost in the Woods with Michael Korchonnoff of Alda

Lost in the woods with the Cascadian bard from Tacoma. Words by Jake Sanders (@themetalscholar): It took roughly fifteen minutes after...

Mar 1233 min read

Inherited Lore: An In-Depth Conversation with Alda's Michael Korchonnoff

The first of a two-part focus on the deeproot Cascadian pioneers. For many, the sounds synonymous with lush boreal forests, and the...

Feb 52 min read

The latest Slimelord album cover is a tantalizing sight

Wildly engaging, the painting is inspired by an infectious (and deadly) amphibian disease. Words by Luis (@HeaviestOfArt): England's...

Dec 19, 202310 min read

Deadly Freedom: A Conversation with Andy Marsh of Thy Art Is Murder

Celebrating and spotlighting the culminating success that is "Godlike". Words by Luis (@HeaviestOfArt): Self-contained and brimming with...

Dec 15, 20235 min read

Newfound Madness: A Conversation With D.L. of Cruciamentum

The death metal mastermind details the band's latest masterclass. Words by Luis (@HeaviestOfArt): It's been some time since Charnel...

Nov 20, 20237 min read

Behind the Cover: Gost — Prophecy

Providing a deeper look at the Biblical apocalypse that wraps around the culminating release. Words by Luis (@HeaviestOfArt): On March 8,...

Nov 13, 20236 min read

Burning Brighter: A Conversation With Mark Whelan of Fuming Mouth

With a new outlook, new perspective, and a new album, the multi-faceted frontman aims high for a grand full-length return. Words by Luis...

Nov 7, 20234 min read

Allah-Las talk "Zuma 85" on tour

Checking in with the band mid-tour ahead of their back to back Los Angeles shows. Words by Luis (@HeaviestOfArt): On October 13, LA's...

Oct 31, 202310 min read

Death Never Rests: A Conversation With Chris Reifert of Autopsy

The latest in the legendary band's celebrated discography is a blood-curling good time. Words by Luis (@HeaviestOfArt): Death metal...

Oct 30, 202318 min read

American Gothic: A Conversation With Shane McCarthy of Wayfarer

The Denver outlaws continue blazing their own unique, dusty trail. Words by Rohan (@ManVsPlaylist): With the release of their bold new...

Oct 18, 202316 min read

Behind the Cover: Tomb Mold — The Enduring Spirit

The surprise release finds the death metal standouts on a high mark that we explore further in conversation between the musicians...

Oct 17, 202318 min read

Notes Of Woe: A Conversation with John Baizley of Baroness

The maker of wicked lullabies talks "Stone", sorrow, and stability. Words by Jake Sanders (@themetalscholar): When discussing colors,...

Oct 16, 202315 min read

Behind the Cover: Dying Wish — Symptoms of Survival

Learn of the sequential cycle of pain that represents the highly anticipated record. Words by Luis (@HeaviestofArt): The consensus that...

Oct 9, 20239 min read

Not So New Beginnings: A Conversation With Michael Poulsen of Asinhell

The multi-faceted musician expands upon his latest endeavor, one that finds the Volbeat frontman treading back to his death metal origins...

Sep 18, 202312 min read

Behind the Cover: Harm's Way — Common Suffering

Highlighting the moving universality of the band's culminating release, the likes of which sports a bleak yet invigorating visual...

Aug 28, 20237 min read

Making Punk Rock Is Fun: A Conversation With Tom Rowley of Geld

The drumming visual artist expands on how the band (and their new album) found commonality with a painting crafted years prior. Words by...

Aug 21, 202319 min read

Ever Still The Wild Colonial Boy: A Conversation With Devin Townsend

Talking at great lengths with the musical mastermind just prior to a Dreamsonic tour stop. Words by Rohan (@ManVsPlaylist), Photos by...

Aug 17, 20238 min read

Days That Never End — A Conversation with Jacob Montgomery of Freeways

In the Houstonian heat of Hell's Heroes V, the rocker from Brampton tells all. Text by Jacob Sanders (@themetalscholar): When I first see...

Aug 9, 202310 min read

Behind the Cover: Ov Sulfur — The Burden Ov Faith

Exploring the striking craftsmanship that combats an ideology and comprises the entirety of the Las Vegas band's debut album. Words by...

Jul 17, 202317 min read

Behind the Cover: Incendiary — Change The Way You Think About Pain

Shifting the narrative through bombastic sound and destructive visuals. Words by Luis (@heaviestofart): The contemporary hardcore arena...

Jul 5, 20239 min read

Immersive Bloom: A Conversation With Otrebor of Botanist

Diving into a special chapter of an ever-growing powerhouse driven by nature. Words by Luis (@HeaviestOfArt): World-building as an avenue...

Jun 12, 202312 min read

Behind the Cover: White Reaper — Asking For A Ride

Deciphering one of this year's most standout music illustrations yet. Words by Luis (@heaviestofart): On January 27th, White Reaper's...

May 3, 20239 min read

Forever Burning: Hell's Heroes V — A Conversation with Christian Larson

The yearly migration of metalheads to Houston goes off with a triumph of death. Words by Jake Sanders (@themetalscholar), Photographs by...

May 3, 20237 min read

Jeromes Dream: Jeff Smith and Erik Ratensperger expand upon "The Gray In Between"

The band's next full-length chapter is an engrossing endeavor that astounds and informs. Words by Luis (@heaviestofart): It's release...

Apr 20, 20238 min read

A Conversation With Colin Crane: Counterparts — A Eulogy For Those Still Here

The mixed media specialist uncovers the creation of one of last year's best albums. Text by Luis (@HeaviestofArt), Photos by Joshua...

Mar 20, 202312 min read

Behind the Cover: Mork — Dypet

Lovecraft reimagined through a Norwegian folk lens. Words by Luis (@heaviestofart): From Behemoth to Primordial and Gorgoroth, there's no...

Mar 10, 20237 min read

Behind the Cover: Big | Brave — nature morte

Mathieu Bernard Ball & Robin Wattie elaborate on the band's latest arrangement. Words by Luis (@heaviestofart): "It all started with the...

Feb 28, 202315 min read

Behind the Cover: Zulu — A New Tomorrow

Boundless and together as one, the hardcore ensemble signal a bright time ahead. Words by Luis (@heaviestofart): A New Tomorrow is coming...

Feb 27, 202310 min read

The Art Of 'Atropos': A Conversation With Misha Mansoor (Periphery) and Rod Chong (Race Service)

We take a deeper look at the band's compelling, forward thinking new video. Words by Luis (@heaviestofart): On March 10th, Periphery will...

Feb 27, 20239 min read

Behind the Cover: Entheos — Time Will Take Us All

Traversing a tale of reflection and introspection through its confounding artistry. Words by Luis (@heaviestofart): It's release week for...

Feb 22, 202311 min read

Suspended Reality: Messa Discusses Their Turbulent 2022

Diving into one of last year's best records as the band hits the road. Words by Rohan (@manvsplaylist): Italian avant-doomsters Messa...

Feb 20, 20234 min read

Writing One's Own Narrative: A Conversation With Fvnerals

The German outfit detail the moving ambience of their latest dark endeavor. Words by Luis (@heaviestofart): On February 3rd, the doom...

Feb 14, 202315 min read

Tales of Iniquity: A Conversation with James McBain of Hellripper

Humble beginnings, lore of old, warlocks grim, and diehard fandom. Words by Jacob Sanders (@themetalscholar): Looking down the timeline...

Feb 6, 20237 min read

Behind the Cover: In Flames — Foregone

The band's fourteenth studio album is all-encompassing and ripe for immersion. Words by Luis (@heaviestofart): It's release week for...

Jan 10, 20237 min read

Artist Profile: Charli Aldrighi

Shining a light on the work of Italy's determined creative. Words by Luis (@heaviestofart): The world of music artwork, and metal artwork...

Dec 21, 202211 min read

Behind the Cover: Becoming the Archetype — Children of the Great Extinction

Bringing Jason Wisdom and Dan Seagrave together for a dive into a sci-fi audiovisual feat. Words by Aaron (@heaviestofart): Much like the...

Dec 16, 20224 min read

Inside The Art of Fell Ruin — Cast In Oil The Dressed Wrought

Visual mastermind LGRDMN walks us through the nightmare that fronts the band's latest. Words by Luis (@heaviestofart): On November 11,...

Dec 6, 20227 min read

Lessons Learned Through Detachment: A Conversation With Imaad Wasif

Looking back at a profound body of work by way of the introspective musician. Words by Luis (@heaviestofart): On August 9th, Imaad Wasif...

Nov 21, 20227 min read

Building Resilience Through Turmoil: A Conversation With Ryan Kirby of Fit For A King

The band's frontman details the emotional tapestry that is their new album's visual identity. Words by Luis (@heaviestofart): On October...

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