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Masters of Morbidity (2022)
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Halo (2017)
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Ad Astra (2025)
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Bowerston, Ohio progressive metal solo artist. Ambitious prog from the rural heartland of Appalachian Ohio.
Denver/Fort Collins melodic death metal act and one of Colorado's most acclaimed heavy bands. Their technically virtuosic, science-themed approach to melodeath has earned them international recognition.
Grove City, Ohio heavy metal band from the early 2000s with a traditional metal approach. Three releases between 2002-2004 document a band paying tribute to classic heavy metal fundamentals.
High Ridge, Missouri death/thrash metal project. Symbolic narrative rendered in extremity from suburban St. Louis.
Detroit power metal project. The Italian musical term — fast and furious — channels Motor City energy through melodic precision.
Tewksbury, Massachusetts crossover thrash from 1990 — a snapshot of the late-80s/early-90s thrash-meets-punk underground. P.B.A. captures the raw, fast energy of the era's DIY crossover scene.
Chula Vista, California NWOTHM project. Street-level heavy metal from the South Bay border region.
Oshkosh, Wisconsin speed metal/punk hybrid delivering reckless, high-velocity riffing. Their sound is an unapologetic collision of Motörhead worship and skate-punk energy from America's heartland.
Urbana, Illinois heavy metal project with a burst of seven releases in 2024 alone. A prolific output suggesting a solo-driven endeavor fueled by restless creative energy.
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