CATHARSIS NOCTURNA - Gènesis Dràmatica de lo difunto

A phenomenal band from Argentina. This 4 track demo is one of my personal faves. If you like Emperor, chances are you will find something to enjoy in this.

http://www.megaupload.com/?d=9D7DYLFW

OMEN - Where Ravens Forever Fly

This OMEN hails from Malaysia and as of now has yet to release a full length album. Tons of splits, EPs and demos though. This demo was originally released in 2009 as a digital download and then as a physical cd release upon request. Late last year, The Dread Lair released 50 hand numbered copies of this one. Their brand of dirty, raw black metal is not for everyone, but for those who so desire, enjoy!

http://www.megaupload.com/?d=O58N8GPI

Axis In Collapse opening for Helstar in Houston

For me, growing up in Houston and listening to Helstar since I was a teenage kid, this is a pretty big deal. Even cooler is the fact that over the years I have become friends with most of the guys. If you haven't heard any of their latest album, Glory Of Chaos, you need to do so or risk finding that you aren't a real metalhead. It's by far the heaviest thing they have ever done and it will melt your face off. Come out on February 12th for their U.S. cd release show at Numbers.

More excerpts from the wraithen realm surface in new song "Forbidden Arts"

Must say I am quite stoked about the newest Spectral Manifest song "Forbidden Arts." It starts in one place and takes you on a journey throughout and wraps itself up quite nicely at the end. Look forward to getting a decent recording captured of it, there is one in existence right now, but haven't decided if I want to upload it to the world or not... in due time.