‘Sleepless Empire’ is the beginning of a new era for Lacuna Coil. The recipe is different, an unfamiliar taste lingers but the ingredients are undeniably potent.

Spiritbox, Arch Enemy and Rivers Of Nihil are among the best new metal songs this week. Plus, vote for your favourite!

On top of all that, it’s another great week for new albums. I highlight seven below, and Bill tackles more in Indie Basement, ...

The seventh full-length from the one person band of 鬼 (aka Ghost aka William Melsness of The Ember, The Ash) has returned with a dark and grand album that will wash you away. This is some sad shit. It ...