Author: Djordje Miladinović

  • Heckspoiler – Bock auf Stress LP (Noise Appeal Records)

    Heckspoiler – Bock auf Stress LP (Noise Appeal Records)

    When you think of rock duos, the usual suspects often come to mind, often projected through minimalist blues or maybe a bit of garage rock, but what Heckspoiler delivers on their latest LP, Bock auf Stress, shatters any preconceived notions of what two people can achieve with just a bass and a drum kit. It’s…

  • Metal Powerhouse Valyear Released A New Single “Dirty”

    Metal Powerhouse Valyear Released A New Single “Dirty”

    Extreme metal force Valyear has released their new single, “Dirty.” Known for their uncompromising sound and provocative themes, the band continues to push the boundaries of the genre with this new offering. Following a string of intense releases and the momentum of their recent album projects, “Dirty” delivers the crushing riffs and visceral vocal delivery…

  • CTRL+Z – We Are Social Creatures CD (Interstellar Smoke Records)

    CTRL+Z – We Are Social Creatures CD (Interstellar Smoke Records)

    If you’ve spent any time reading this blog, you know I have a deep-seated fascination with how geography shapes sound. Usually, when we talk about stoner rock, our minds drift to the Coachella Valley, to sun-baked Californian sands, endless blue horizons, and the heat-haze of the Mojave desert, but today, we’re heading somewhere else entirely.…

  • Neon Mud – Mud And Black Water CD

    Neon Mud – Mud And Black Water CD

    There is just something in the Polish water, probably something thick, dark, and industrial, that produces bands with a specific spirit you just don’t find anywhere else. Neon Mud’s latest full-lenght, Mud and Black Water, is definitely a standout piece of sonic artistry you should immediately pay attention to. If you’re looking for a clean,…

  • Optical Sun – Diabeł CD

    Optical Sun – Diabeł CD

    If you’ve been following my ramblings on this blog for a while, you know I have a very specific soft spot for bands that treat an album not just as a collection of tracks, but as a full-blown ritual. We’re talking about that rare breed of music that doesn’t just sit in the background while…

  • AcidSitter  – Escape From Egoland LP

    AcidSitter – Escape From Egoland LP

    If you’ve been hanging around this blog for any length of time, you know that I am constantly preaching about the transformative power of a good riff, but every once in a while, a record that wants to reconfigure your entire spiritual DNA comes along. The Polish-Japanese collective, AcidSitter, has recently dropped Escape From Egoland,…

  • Kingdom Of The Lie – About The Rising Star LP (Moans Music)

    Kingdom Of The Lie – About The Rising Star LP (Moans Music)

    When we talk about the history of death metal, Poland is basically hallowed ground. The scene there has consistently produced some of the most technically proficient, atmospherically dark, and relentlessly brutal music the genre has ever seen. But for every giant that conquered the globe, there are shadows in the underground, bands that created something…

  • Scandinavian Duo CHRLY-K Reveal Energetic New Single “World Keeps Turning”

    Scandinavian Duo CHRLY-K Reveal Energetic New Single “World Keeps Turning”

    Scandinavian indie rock duo CHRLY-K are bringing a much-needed dose of energy to the airwaves with their latest single, “World Keeps Turning.” Known for their ability to blend a “retro heartbeat” with modern, hook-driven melodies, the duo delivers a track that explores those rare, suspended moments where identity and emotion collide. Fans of the high-octane…

  • Indie Rock Band The Transatlantics Released New Track “Dreammaker”

    Indie Rock Band The Transatlantics Released New Track “Dreammaker”

    Rising queer rock band The Transatlantics are making waves with the release of their flagship single, “Dreammaker.” By smashing together the legendary “wall of sound” popularized by Oasis with the soulful blues influences of Rory Gallagher and Led Zeppelin, the band has created a mix of classic and revolutionary sound. “Dreammaker” is a high-octane experience,…

  • Swiss Alternative Rock Artist Tiborian Released New Single “The Long Answer”

    Swiss Alternative Rock Artist Tiborian Released New Single “The Long Answer”

    Switzerland-born music lover Tiborian is stepping into the spotlight with the release of his new single, “The Long Answer.” Raised on the raw grit of Alice in Chains and the genre-defying energy of Faith No More, Tiborian’s sound is a deep dive into the honesty and weight that defined his heroes. While he admits he…

  • Modern Hooks And Raw Power: Austria 05 Redefines Contemporary Pop-Punk In “Universo Paralelo”

    Modern Hooks And Raw Power: Austria 05 Redefines Contemporary Pop-Punk In “Universo Paralelo”

    Austria 05 is back to shake up the scene with their latest track, “Universo Paralelo.” This high-octane pop-punk anthem hits with surgical precision, featuring the wall-of-sound guitars and relentless drumming that define the genre’s modern revival. While the track embraces contemporary production trends, it never loses the raw, high-energy edge that traditional punk fans crave.…