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June 4, 2019

Michael Alvarez of FLUB [INTERVIEW]

Flub, formed by Michael Alvarez and Eloy Montes around 2011-2012 after parting with other bands, initially created music together before assembling a lineup that included Jared Klein, Charles King, and Viktor Hansen. Their laid-back songwriting approach allows creativity while overcoming challenges. They celebrate the upcoming album’s completion and the supportive metal scene. Continue reading

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January 16, 2018

INTERVIEW: Aslak Heika Hætta Bjørn, Vocalist of Ondt Blod

[K] What is it like being a hardcore band in Norway? Has there been any difficulties? When we started out, hardcore was kind of a buzz in Norway, giving us a head start. There is also a good underground music scene in Norway, consisting of DIY-scenes and rock clubs interested in taking in new bands.… Continue reading

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January 16, 2018

REVIEW: Ancst – Ghosts of the Timeless Void

Way back, I had the chance to review Ancst\’s Compilation \’In Turmoil\’ and, though Direnotes was certainly in it\’s infancy then, I clearly remember Ancst having a vastly different sound. In fact, I believe I even compared it to black metal and blackgaze. Now, certainly there are some faint hints of that between the fine… Continue reading

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January 4, 2018

REVIEW: Ondt Blod – Natur

ONDT BLODNATURFYSISK FORMAT To preface this, I do not speak any language common to Norway – so I can\’t really give a accurate opinion on the lyrical content. Which is a shame, really. Usually, though I often refrain from political discussion and arguments, I find interest in hearing about the opinions and situations occurring in… Continue reading

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January 2, 2018

Direnotes Compilation finally released!

At long last, Tears of Dymphna, our compilation for Suicide Awareness, has been released! Featuring a bevy of amazing bands from across the globe, and across genres, this has been a long time coming and it\’s finally up for free on Bandcamp. Of course, if you choose to pay – all money goes to the… Continue reading

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January 2, 2018

REVIEW: Abused – Another Day, Another Step Away From God

ABUSED\’ANOTHER DAY, ANOTHER STEP AWAY FROM GOD\’CALIFORNIA, USA (Reposted from BrubbADubb) Yes, the holidays are upon us and, I don\’t know about you, but I needed some unadulterated rage to get me through. All the stress of picking gifts for people, some of which you are aware will not be appreciated, the insane crowds, and… Continue reading

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February 21, 2015

REVIEW: Forward Unto Dawn – ALPHA

Forward Unto Dawn – ALPHARed Tentacle ALPHA garners sort of a mixed reaction to me. On one hand, its pretty well written and there is some talent within its seven tracks – some trickier guitar work. The problem, however, stems from actually finding said talent beneath this endless barrage of the familiar. Breakdowns and dissonant… Continue reading

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January 24, 2015

REVIEW: A Prophecy Misread – Demo

In what I\’d consider a unique occurrence, I managed to simultaneously receive this Demo and see a live performance by the band in the same night – awesome. Also, there isn\’t much to say about this bands history as they\’ve actually yet to really release anything – making their Demo somewhat of a rarity for… Continue reading

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January 14, 2015

REVIEW: The Agonist – Eye Of Providence

THE AGONIST – EYE OF PROVIDENCECentury Media Records The first show I\’d ever seen live, when it comes to metal, was headlined by The Agonist. Though it was a cold hellish night and I\’d had to walk several miles to get to the venue, a small bar called The Red Dog – that night cemented… Continue reading

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