Unapologetically bleak, ugly and grotesque but somehow absolutely beautiful. Masters of misery Ghost Bath are showing yet again how despair and depression can conjure up the most striking art.

A blistering, emotionally rich blend of post-hardcore and blackened crust, Månen Ska Lysa Dig Väg rewards patience with depth, fury, and moments of striking, unexpected beauty.

PARCS delivers here a brief yet unforgettable sonic embrace, blending melancholic vocals, 80s-inspired synth magic, and a subtle disco pulse that leaves you cradled in bittersweet nostalgia and uplifting warmth.

Grimy and horrible old school death metal out of Glasgow, no frills no flashy technicalities, just the soundtrack for bodies rising from the grave.

Ever wondered what Kraftwerk might sound like if they’d have been lead through guitar and drums? Well you may have to wonder no longer because Klamp are here to lead you through their fever dream come euphoric hazy trip.

2 bands, 4 songs, 9 minutes, 27 seconds of absolute rage and devastation centred on big dumb riffs. An absolute aural assault, this is unapologetic knuckle-dragging hardcore and absolutely nobody should be sleeping on this release.

Rare are the moments where a band can blend devastation and beauty without one sounding compromised.

Finnish metal that isn’t overloaded with silly folk stuff trying to be “fun” or spouting lyrics which could have come directly from the mouth of a certain 20th century dictator? Yes please!

A debut album that is front to back bangers is no mean feat, let alone to do it all showing an emotional intent far beyond the usual expectations. The hard work on crafting this has well and truly paid off.

Sludge laden blackened-death punks and certified rifflords, Mantar, return with their latest slice of pure filth. Back to basics maybe, all the subtlety of a brick to the face, absolutely - in the best possible way.