John Bush’s Top 5 Live Albums from His Teenage Years
As he turns back the clock for three special shows performing sets from his era of Anthrax, singer John Bush is going back even further to recollect his favorite live albums from when he was a teenager. The Armored Saint…
’90s Rock Bands You May Have Overlooked
How many of these five 1990s rock bands do you remember? If the answer is “none,” you’re likely not alone. Almost all of them were quickly signed by major record labels before being dropped after just one album. But that…
Brutal Metal Albums of the 21st Century, by Sanguisugabogg
These are the five most brutal metal albums of the 21st century, hand-picked by Sanguisugabogg vocalist Devin Swank. Swank the Tank is a pretty brutal dude, evidenced by his ceaseless desire to front as many death metal bands as possible….
Best Doom Metal Albums of the 2020s Selected by Frayle
Here are the 5 best doom metal albums of the 2020s, chosen by Ohio’s atmospheric doom quartet Frayle. But first… What You Need to Know About Frayle From: Cleveland, Ohio First Album: 1692 (2020) New Album: Heretics & Lullabies (2025)…
Underrated Death Metal Shredders Selected by Revocation
These are the five most underrated shredders in death metal, chosen by Revocation’s Dave Davidson. But first… What You Need to Know About Revocation From: Boston, Massachusetts First Album: Empire of the Obscene (2008) New Album: New Gods, New Masters (2025) revocation album…
Prog Metal Albums: Dan Briggs’ Top 5 Picks from BTBAM
Between the Buried and Me bassist Dan Briggs is here to tell you all about his five favorite prog metal albums of all time! But first… What You Need to Know About Between the Buried and Me From: Raleigh, North Carolina…
Mallxcore: 5 Signs You’re a True Blessthefall Fan
Blessthefall’s Beau Bokan lived through the “mallxcore” era, so he speaks with authority when sorting our five ways to know whether or not you are mallxcore yourself. There are some age-old, tell-tale signs that are a dead giveaway — a…
Acoustic Songs That Deliver Heavy Hits
Explore the top five acoustic rock songs that deliver a hard-hitting experience, expertly curated by the dynamic three-piece band Of Limbo. This talented trio has just released their latest album, Unplugged, which showcases a rich nine-track collection. This album features…
Jonas Renkse’s Favorite Teen Albums by Katatonia
Discover the Top Five Albums That Shaped Jonas Renkse’s Teenage Years Born on May 19, 1975, Jonas Renkse is a talented multi-instrumentalist who co-founded the iconic band Katatonia at the young age of 16. Initially, the band played a unique…
Metalcore Trends That Bury Tomorrow Thinks Have Aged Poorly
Do you recall the myriad of metalcore trends that have not aged well over time? Bury Tomorrow certainly remembers! They were part of it, they wore those trends, and now they are here to remind us all of those moments….
Best Nu-Metal Guitar Solos: Top 9 Picks by Tetrarch
Explore the top nine unforgettable and iconic nu-metal guitar solos and leads, as selected by Diamond Rowe from Tetrarch. While nu-metal may not always be celebrated for its intricate and speedy guitar performances, this does not imply a deficiency in…
’80s Music Videos That Defined the Ultimate Party Experience
Discover the Top Five ’80s Music Videos That Captured the Party Spirit, as Selected by the Legendary Hard Rock Band H.E.A.T. For nearly twenty years, the band H.E.A.T. has been delivering exhilarating, anthem-driven rock music infused with elements of glam…