Danish Metal

Turbo’s Tribunal – Mills of Tribunal Review

By Grin Reaper on January 30, 2026 in Reviews, Heavy Metal, 13 comments

“Melodic heavy metal outfit Turbo’s Tribunal heralds the arrival of Mills of Tribunal, hoping to light a fire that warms the dark recesses of our cynical hearts. Hailing from Denmark, Turbo’s Tribunal is the invention of mastermind and sole contributor Andreas Thunbo. Having toiled on demos, EPs, and splits over the last couple of decades, Mills of Tribunal presents Thunbo’s first full-length endeavor. Citing legendary acts like Iron Maiden, Judas Priest, and Running Wild as creative touchstones, can Turbo’s Tribunal live up to the lofty expectations.” Turbo-tastic?

MØL – Dreamcrush Review

By Killjoy on January 30, 2026 in Reviews, Alternative, Black Metal, Shoegaze, 82 comments

“One of the common complaints I see about blackgaze is that it tends to be toothless when compared to its black metal forebear. This is part of the personal appeal to me, but, in any case, Denmark’s MØL has built a reputation for bucking that trend. They managed to impress even hardened metalheads like Mark Z., who found their 2018 debut, Jord, biting enough to shake him from his blackgaze apathy.” Buck deez nutz.

Sunken – Lykke Review

By Twelve on November 4, 2025 in Reviews, Atmospheric Black Metal, 41 comments

“I love Sunken’s music. It’s been over five years since I first heard their sophomore full-length, Livslede, an album I fell in love with almost instantly for its depressive, atmospheric black metal, an album of incredible emotion buoyed by exceptional songwriting. Since then, it’s been a regular revisit any time I’m having an even vaguely unhappy day, and I’ve been eagerly awaiting the day I could review these Danes again. At last that day is here. Sunken are back with their third full-length release, Lykke.” Sunk costs.

Exelerate – Hell for the Helpless Review

By Grin Reaper on October 21, 2025 in Reviews, Power Metal, Thrash Metal, 17 comments

“After dropping their self-titled debut in 2023, Exelerate returns with their patented twist of power thrash to unleash Hell for the Helpless. This cross-genre hybrid takes the speed and wiolence of thrash and marries it with the upbeat and anthemic buoyancy of power metal. Megadeth and Dio are listed as primary influences, but I hear more recent Flotsam & Jetsam, Unleash the Archers and Iced Earth. Exelerate skewed heavily toward thrash on their debut, but they tone down the aggression to embrace power metal swagger on Hell for the Helpless. While they continue to flex technical chops and guitar wizardry, the speed and flamboyance of Exelerate take a back seat this go round.” Helpless speed.

Crucible – Hail to the Force Review

By Andy-War-Hall on October 6, 2025 in Reviews, Heavy Metal, Power Metal, Speed Metal, 16 comments

“Whether you’re a fledgling artist or an industry veteran, the process of making music is hard, strewn with obstacles internal and external. For the speed/US-inspired power metallers Crucible, that obstacle was Mother Nature, who gifted them a massive snowstorm that drastically impeded their studio time to record their debut album Hail to the Force. The Danes, thus, banged out the entire ten-track, thirty-seven-minute record in a week. For a young band recording a debut together, that’s nuts. But we’re not here for the story—we’re here for the album, a throwback affair of promo-purported “ferocious aggression with strong melodies and epic heavy metal atmospheres.”” Force is always the answer.

Lightchapter – Where All Hope Begins Review

By ClarkKent on October 1, 2025 in Reviews, Industrial Metal, Melodic Death Metal, Metalcore, 9 comments

“Death metal generally dabbles in the dark, the grisly, the violent, and the brutal. With the aid of ’80s-style synths, Lightchapter plays a version with a lighter, more hopeful touch. The aptly-named Where All Hope Begins marks album number two for this quartet out of Denmark. The band’s mission is to merge “despair and hope” and also “pain and joy” through not only their sound but their lyrics. Even on a blog that celebrates the angry and still makes fun of the brief Happy Metal Guy stint, I imagine something that infuses joy and lightness would find a welcoming audience.” Joy in the metalverse??

Lotan – Yetzer Hara Review

By Samguineous Maximus on September 8, 2025 in Reviews, Black Metal, Melodic Black Metal, 34 comments

“It’s always interesting to follow a band’s career arc through AMG reviews. The last time Lotan appeared in the hallowed halls of this fine site was in 2023, when my superior Thus Spoke took a righteous hammer to their debut. She found the Danish band’s take on the “trvest of stvles” underwhelming—citing unfocused black metal stylings, monotonous pacing, and lackluster production as key shortcomings. Now, Lotan is back with Yetzer Hara, a slab of blackened death inspired by Cain and Abel, with the intent to explore and embody “the destructive urges that define Humanity’s fall from grace.” Can Lotan surpass their debut and carve a name for themselves on the black/death pantheon’s gnarled mural?” Lotan clan.

BAEST – Colossal Review

By ClarkKent on August 14, 2025 in Reviews, Death Metal, 49 comments

“Between 2018 and 2021, the Danish quintet, BAEST, dished out three albums of brutal, intense death metal. Ferrous Beuller had high praise for their sophomore release, Venenum, singling out its “superior songwriting” and hailing BAEST as among his “favorites in the death metal flood of 2018.” COVID slowed their momentum, however, leaving a four-year gap between Necro Sapiens and Colossal. This span of time has given BAEST plenty of time to reflect, and, as a result, fans will find them a notably different group.” Changes, man.

Volbeat – God of Angels Trust Review

By ClarkKent on June 6, 2025 in Reviews, Blues, Groove Metal, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, 49 comments

“Volbeat is one of those rare heavy metal bands that can ascend music charts and see mainstream radio play without sacrificing their core sound. They don’t resort to covers of classic songs (Disturbed, Five Finger Death Punch) or write power ballads (Staind) to achieve popularity. People love them because they sound uniquely like themselves. I first heard Volbeat about twelve years ago on my local rock station. This was when singles from Outlaw Gentlemen & Shady Ladies were dominating the airwaves, and I was amazed by the energy of the performances. However, the problem with popularity is that bands often play it safe in order to broaden their audience.” Goats, vols, and making friends.

Cabal – Everything Rots Review

By Dear Hollow on April 10, 2025 in Reviews, Deathcore, Electronic, Hardcore, 35 comments

“The struggle between viciousness and velocity is a storied one in the realm of deathcore, and Cabal is no exception in its battle between tone-abusing slogs and blazing blastbeats. Enacting a blackened deathcore attack that neglects orchestral atmospheres and paper-thin symphonics in favor of thick filth that covers every surface lead and fills every chugging crevice, it flaunts an arsenal of blackened chord progressions that lend a horror appropriate to its occult theme.” Cult of extremity.