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From Daylight to Superheaven A Name and Identity Shift Originally formed under the name Daylight, the band gained traction with their 2013 debut album “Jar”, a record soaked in distortion, melancholic melodies, and emotionally raw lyricism. However, due to legal reasons, they rebranded as Superheaven in 2014, a move that did little to deter their momentum. Instead, it marked a new chapter, solidifying their identity as torchbearers of a sound reminiscent of '90s icons like Nirvana, Alice in Chains, and Smashing Pumpkins. And imagine the weight on these lads' backs as they get this amazing - yet scary - label. How does one hold up to the standards? Good guess... "Ours Is Chrome": Grunge Revival with a Modern Edge With the release of "Ours Is Chrome" in 2015, Superheaven refined their sound, delivering a heavier and more atmospheric take on their signature style. Songs like "I've Been Bored" and "Next to Nothing" showcased a band ...

Narrow Head "Moments of Clarity": A Sonic Nostalgia Trip with a Modern Edge   By... Me!   Houston’s Narrow Head has been carving a name for itself in the ever-expanding world of heavy, melodic guitar music. “Moments of Clarity”, saw the band redefine its identity, balancing weighty grunge influences with an ethereal, shoegaze-inflected sensibility. If their previous efforts captured the raw, fuzz-drenched angst of ‘90s alternative, this album feels like a lucid dream, a space where heaviness and melody coexist in perfect harmony.   From the opening moments, it’s clear that “Moments of Clarity” is an evolution rather than a departure. The production is sharper, the songwriting more dynamic. The title track immediately sets the tone: thick, hazy guitars swirl around a melancholic vocal delivery, creating a sense of longing and euphoria all at once. It’s the kind of track that makes you want to stare out of a rain-streaked window, lost in thought.   Songs like “...

Lucifer’s Child Unleashes "The Illuminant" A New Chapter in Black Metal Darkness   Greek black metal force, Lucifer’s Child has returned from the shadows with their long-awaited third studio album, "The Illuminant". Released via Agonia Records, this new offering solidifies the band’s position in the extreme metal world, blending ritualistic intensity with melodic grandeur.  A Journey Through the Flames   It has been seven years since Lucifer’s Child last graced the scene with "The Order" (2018), an album that garnered praise for its unrelenting aggression and atmospheric depth. Now, with "The Illuminant" , the band takes another bold step forward. The album presents eight tracks of pure blackened majesty, invoking both chaos and transcendence.    Founding member George Emmanuel (ex-Rotting Christ) describes the record as an intense journey that blends the dark, the emotion, and the melody. The compositions reflect a mature, refined approach to bl...