Enter a mysterious and thrilling universe with the new spring edition of the Captain’s Hidden Cursed Treasures. Discover captivating stories, puzzles to solve and treasures to unearth. Let yourself be drawn into an unforgettable adventure where danger lurks on every page.
Hello metal enthusiasts, gamers and metal hunters auditory treasures ! The Captain and I, Magalie, a young web developer passionate about travel, tech and manga, experienced wanderings full of discoveries during this rainy spring. Prepare yourself for a review of real musical gems, enough to guarantee you optimal physical preparation, soften your joints and perhaps even sculpt the body of your dreams for the beach (or events) to come.
A Sound Explosion with Benighted – Ekbom
With their new opus Ekbom, the French death metal masters, Benighted, immerse us in a universe where reality is distorted and corrupted. The Stéphanois continue to break eardrums with unparalleled brutality. This album explores dark themes, populated by psychological monsters, perverse neuroses and terrifying psychoses. A nightmarish experience that only Benighted knows how to convey with such morbid jubilation.
Release date: April 12, 2024
Folterkammer – The Symphonic Black Metal Opera
In the album Weibernacht, Folterkammer, whose name means “torture chamber” in German, offers us a striking fusion of black metal and symphony. The singing of soprano Andromeda Anarchia softens the compositions, without any compromise. This mixture distills a powerful feminine energy, while castigating religious oppression. An unforgettable auditory journey for those who dare to cross the doors of this dark dungeon.
Release date: April 19, 2024
Hardcore Metal Redefined by Knocked Loose – You Won’t Go Before You’re Supposed To
Hardcore metal giants Knocked Loose return with a new album titled You Won’t Go Before You’re Supposed To. This juggernaut of the North American scene continues to push the boundaries of the genre, without concession on the violence of their sound. However, through pieces like Blinding Faith, the group offers a nuanced critique of religion, proving that finesse and existential questions blend surprisingly well with over-the-top beatdowns.
Release date: May 10, 2024
The Burning Anger of Ancst – Culture of Brutality
In response to growing threats from the far right, the Berliners of Ancst return with Culture of Brutality. A perfect mix of blackened hardcore, this album is a concentrate of intense, dark and radical violence. With 20 pieces in 34 minutes, this opus imposes a melancholy atmosphere despite its brutal unleashing. Ancst manages to distill moments of suspense into this chaos, giving the whole thing an absolutely captivating epic dimension.
Release date: May 3, 2024
Whether you are a fanatic of death metal, of black metal symphonic, hardcore metal or blackened hardcore, this spring edition promises to satisfy all your darkest and most intense musical desires. Prepare your ears and your heart, because these cursed treasures are ready to overwhelm you in a whirlwind of intriguing and powerful sounds.
