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Manual Manic Procedures (2024)
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Monolith of Inhumanity (2012)
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The Bestiary (2025)
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German symphonic black metal band from Marktredwitz, formed in 2023. They pair orchestral bombast with black metal ferocity for an epic, dramatic sound from Franconia.
French death metal band from Strasbourg, formed in 2020. They deliver void-gazing death metal from the Alsatian capital.
Livadia-based stoner metal outfit active since 2016, channeling thick, fuzz-drenched riffs and a laid-back, groove-driven approach to heaviness. Their sound worships at the altar of the almighty riff, drawing from the deep wells of 1970s proto-metal and desert rock.
Melodic death metal and metalcore band from Leobersdorf, Austria, founded in 2014 by guitarists Martin and Gabriel. Their releases like "Eclipse" and "The Frozen Choir" blend old-school melodic death metal with modern metalcore, emphasizing technical precision and emotional depth.
Drawing from the contemplative side of black metal, this Polish project channels Warsaw's spirit into sweeping, atmosphere-laden compositions. Since 2012, their recordings balance raw aggression with passages of fragile, melancholic beauty.
German heavy metal band from Würzburg, formed in 2023. They play forward-looking traditional heavy metal from Franconia's wine country.
Finnish melodic thrash metal band from Salo, formed in 2015. They push thrash metal beyond the verge with melodic precision.
Progressive heavy metal band from Oostende, Belgium, active since 2013. They blend progressive complexity with the power of traditional heavy metal.
Stockholm-based gothic metal act active since 2013, interweaving dark romantic atmospheres with heavy guitar work and dramatic vocal performances. Their sound draws from the tradition of Type O Negative and Paradise Lost, balancing heaviness with melancholic beauty.
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