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Terratur Possessions Confirms Diabolus, Mecum Semperterne!’s Self-Titled Debut Masterpiece

Terratur Possessions Confirms Diabolus, Mecum Semperterne!’s Self-Titled Debut Masterpiece

by Jillian Drachman | Jan 21, 2026 | News, Releases

Trondheim’s revered Terratur Possessions has confirmed the release of Diabolus, Mecum Semperterne!’s long-awaited self-titled debut record for February 20th. Diabolus, Mecum Semperterne! features an unsurpassed supergroup lineup of T.Skei, or “Cernunnus,” (Manes,...
Black Metal Pioneer Jontho of Ragnarok Has Passed Away at 48

Black Metal Pioneer Jontho of Ragnarok Has Passed Away at 48

by Jillian Drachman | Dec 21, 2025 | News

Today (21st), the black metal community suffered the tragic loss of Ragnarok’s legendary “Jontho,” John Thomas Bratland. We are both shocked and deeply saddened by the news of Jontho’s passing at just 48, as he was a true keeper of the black...
Metal Insider’s Jillian Drachman’s Top 10 Black Metal Albums of 2025

Metal Insider’s Jillian Drachman’s Top 10 Black Metal Albums of 2025

by Jillian Drachman | Dec 18, 2025 | Lists, Top 10

“…  it’s time to wage war again. Against the modern world.” ~ Mayhem legend Mr. Maniac   As 2025 comes to an end, we reflect upon the year’s highlights and brutal disappointments. Top-notch masterworks came in the form of Funeral’s The Funereal...
Slagmaur Unleashes a Sublime New Video & Finally Announces a Release Date for ‘Hulders Ritual’

Slagmaur Unleashes a Sublime New Video & Finally Announces a Release Date for ‘Hulders Ritual’

by Jillian Drachman | Dec 5, 2025 | New Music, News, Releases, Video

The brilliant Slagmaur has unleashed a magnificent new video for their latest single, “Huldergeist” — the third song on the upcoming masterpiece, Hulders Ritual. Fans have impatiently awaited the follow-up to Thill Smitts Terror (2017) for years, and, fortunately, it...
Slagmaur Unleashes a Sublime New Video & Finally Announces a Release Date for ‘Hulders Ritual’

Slagmaur’s General Gribbsphiiser & Thorns’ Snorre Ruch Are Magicians: A Recap of Their Experiment

by Jillian Drachman | Nov 18, 2025 | News

“Hulders Ritual was never just an album; it was a controlled experiment in perception, fear, and storytelling. What the world believed was a true-crime mystery was, in fact, the ritual itself… We built an illusion worthy of the old Norwegian tales: a modern...
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Track Review: At The Gates deliver heartwrenching tribute to Tomas Lindberg with “The Fever Mask”
Track Review: At The Gates deliver heartwrenching tribute to Tomas Lindberg with “The Fever Mask”

Writing about this is not easy. No one should feel comfortable confronting loss like this. At the Gates' video for their latest single, "The Fever Mask," goes far beyond the typical performance video format, cutting much deeper on an emotional level. Compiled by...

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The Eternal share “Bleeding Into Light” lyric video
The Eternal share “Bleeding Into Light” lyric video

Australian-Finnish dark metal act The Eternal have unveiled a lyric video for the song, "Bleeding Into Light." The track is taken from their new EP, Celestial, which arrived last month via Reigning Phoenix Music. Vocalist and guitarist Mark Kelson comments: "The...

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Bruce Dickinson releases Dolby Atmos editions of ‘Skunkworks’ and ‘Tattooed Millionaire’
Bruce Dickinson releases Dolby Atmos editions of ‘Skunkworks’ and ‘Tattooed Millionaire’

In celebration of the 30th anniversary of his third solo album, Skunkworks, Bruce Dickinson has unveiled newly remixed Dolby Atmos versions of both Skunkworks and his 1990 debut Tattooed Millionaire, available now via BMG Rights Management. The releases follow last...

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New & Noteworthy: Releases Is Not Enough – 2/13/2026

New & Noteworthy: Releases Is Not Enough – 2/13/2026

New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. This week sees new music from the likes of Converge, Gogol Bordello, Mariachi El Bronx and Story Of The Year amongst the many...

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New & Noteworthy: Liturgy of Releases – 2/6/2026

New & Noteworthy: Liturgy of Releases – 2/6/2026

New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. The first New Music Friday of February sees LPs from the likes of Puscifer, KMFDM, Mayhem and Tailgunner amongst the many outstanding...

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New & Noteworthy: Eon Of Releases – 1/30/2026

New & Noteworthy: Eon Of Releases – 1/30/2026

New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. This week’s new albums include music from the likes of Blackwater Holylight, Buzzcocks, Kula Shaker and MØL amongst the many outstanding...

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