In Edicius, Dreich have crafted a black metal album which is a majestic piece of work and an articulate exposition of their aesthetic of darkness and negativity.

Do yourself a favour: make space for Cosmic Vibration in your own plans for 2026.

Alistair Strachan recently sat down with Brighton based doom band to find out more about the band and what their future plans are.

Should ‘The Room Of Shadows’ be the last we ever hear from Pagan Altar then it stands as a most fitting denouement by a band whose abilities far transcend their limited commercial success.

‘Poisoned Blood’ may leave you feeling dirty, but in a good way. Cleanliness is for the self-righteous, Jesus worshippers out there. Fuck them. Satan loves dirt.

It made me smile. It made me thankful that I love metal. It made me play it again as soon as the first spin ended.

This is a hugely enjoyable album from a damn fine rock band who can realistically go on to achieve on a level like Orange Goblin. This is Steak. Well done.

Perhaps the album’s greatest strength is that it sounds unmistakably like classic Diamond Head while never sounding mere pastiche or a retread of past glories. – By Alistair Strachan

It’s a thumbs up from me and gratitude that Wren choose to dispense with the fucking about and go straight for the jugular. – By Alistair Strachan

Goatess deliver. Goatess deliver in spades. They deal aces and I peruse the hand with a rush of delirium. – By Alistair Strachan

This release comes highly recommended and augurs well for any future full-length release. Definitely worth checking out by doom and sludge fans. – By Alistair Strachan

Red Wizard are no mere tribute act and well worth checking out by fans of doom and stoner with a retro sound and feel. – By Alistair Strachan

It would be unfair to declare any sense of betrayal since Brimstone Coven openly declare their intentions and influences, but I’ll hazard a guess and say Black Magic won’t be getting too many spins on my turntable. – By Alistair Strachan

‘Future Cancer’ comprises 6 tracks, clocking in at a little under 13 minutes run time, but there’s enough variety on display here to make this snack-sized offering as satisfying as a full meal. – By Alistair Strachan

This is music which is neither catchy nor immediate. Seek out this work. Listen to it properly. Let it take you on a journey to the infinite. – By Alistair Strachan