Released in 1994, “De Mysteriis Dom Sathanas” by Mayhem is a seminal black metal album, shaped by band tragedies and known for its raw, haunting sound.
Following the tragic loss of Bon Scott, AC/DC faced a crossroads that threatened the very essence of their hard-rock legacy. Amidst this uncertainty, a voice from the English working-class city of Newcastle emerged to redefine the future of one of the greatest rock bands in history.
From lineup shifts to picking the name Meshuggah, discover the roots of a band that would redefine metal as we know it.
The term “Metalhead” goes beyond words, showing a deep connection to heavy metal music and culture. Starting in the 1970s, it has become a proud name for fans of the genre.
The albums that built the scene, the ones that rattled the cages.
Released on April 2, 2001, Rammstein’s Mutter blends industrial metal with symphonic elements, featuring hits like “Sonne” and “Ich Will.” It topped charts in Germany and Austria, showcasing the band’s evolving sound.
The Burning Red by Machine Head, released on August 1, 1999, via Roadrunner Records, blends nu-metal and alternative metal. Produced by Ross Robinson at Indigo Ranch Studios, it features introspective lyrics.
Death’s “Spiritual Healing” (1990) marked a transition towards social commentary and philosophical themes, departing from their earlier gore-centric lyrics. The album features a blend of aggression and melody, establishing it as a landmark in technical death metal.
Napalm Death’s fourth studio album, Utopia Banished (1992), marked Danny Herrera’s debut as drummer. Known for its intense sound and socio-political lyrics, it remains a landmark release in death metal/grindcore.
Of Kingdom and Crown by Machine Head, released on August 26, 2022, via Nuclear Blast and Imperium Recordings, is a concept album inspired by the anime Attack on Titan, exploring themes of loss and revenge.
Catharsis by Machine Head, released on January 26, 2018, via Nuclear Blast, blends groove metal and nu-metal. Produced by Robb Flynn and Zack Ohren, it features personal and political themes.
Bloodstone & Diamonds, Machine Head’s eighth album, released on November 7, 2014, by Nuclear Blast, blends heavy riffs and melodic passages with experimental elements. Produced by Robb Flynn, it explores personal struggle and societal critique.
Unto the Locust, Machine Head’s seventh album, released September 27, 2011, by Roadrunner Records, blends thrash and melody, featuring Flynn’s classical guitar influences and a children’s choir on “Who We Are.”
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Machine Head’s The Blackening (2007), recorded at Sharkbite Studios, features intricate, lengthy tracks and socio-political themes. The standout “Aesthetics of Hate” responds to an article on Dimebag Darrell.
Through the Ashes of Empires, released on December 16, 2003, by Roadrunner Records, marks Machine Head’s return to groove and thrash metal. Produced by Robb Flynn, it features Phil Demmel’s impactful return.
Supercharger, released on October 2, 2001, by Roadrunner Records, is Machine Head’s nu-metal album featuring rap-style vocals and turntable scratching.
The Burning Red by Machine Head, released on August 1, 1999, via Roadrunner Records, blends nu-metal and alternative metal. Produced by Ross Robinson at Indigo Ranch Studios, it features introspective lyrics.
The More Things Change… by Machine Head, released on March 25, 1997, via Roadrunner Records, blends groove and thrash metal. Notable tracks like “Ten Ton Hammer” showcase themes of societal critique and personal struggle.