Creatively exploring the story of the crucifixion, Christian Metal guitarist and composer Craig Bannerman offers up his latest intoxicating deep-dive, for the explosive to euphoric Thief on a Cross.
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Armed with a bold collection of albums and singles from multiple creative corners of metal, hardcore and hard rock – Guitarist, guitar-tech, producer and composer Osi Pavez kindly took part in an interview.
Ambient rock and a choir of voices back up a spoken religious segment, as Craig Bannerman’s latest Christian Metal creation gears up for an explosive journey through conceptual contemplation.
From the two-track release Nyxora, Shivaansh Narendra introduces a wholly immersive modern style, fusing electronic and AI production details across an apocalyptic and evocative story and sentiment, as Neon Gods lights up a distinct and hypnotic new sound.
Vehement punk rock with an edge of metal and an unrelenting tempo – Kārtël raise the volume and the pulse, with the topical and stylistic grit of a Spanish-sung Punaladas.
Carefully intertwining a pristine affinity for heavy metal production and melodic design, with a Faith-driven backdrop of story and sentiments chosen to inspire and uplift audiences, Craig Bannerman introduces the passion and purpose of his music, with the compelling new single For God So Loved.
Australian duo My Inner Hyde keep things simple but striking, with the old-school distortion and anthemic, evocative writing of Eliminate.
Supremely unique alternative metal, a Gospel-like opening choir vocal and contrasting distortion promising a quickly catchy metal groove and set-up – Hope Seed capture a clear sense of personality and original flair, with the depth and intention of Non Believer.
Fiercely beautiful, cinematic and empowering modern metal, with a clear sense of emotional purpose – Amerakin Overdose crack the code with this release, immersing listeners in the rightful depth and detail of The Gray.
Aptly we roll towards a huge crescendo of a chorus – more poetry, more personal longing, an explosion of weight and power but with a satisfying melodic resolve; and a defiant level of motivational drive at its core.
Acoustic roots return to lift up the forever unmistakable vocal stylings and lyrical darkness and depth of 3mind Blight. The iconic indie songwriter collaborates once again with Crimson Violet Blight, this time for a melodic and guitar-led venture through an evocative story of betrayal, denial, disgrace, and desperation.
Haunting riffs, delicacy and weight seamlessly intertwined, the creative pairing of classical and metal qualities – symphonic metal live act Divine Martyr carve out a unique new space, with their evocative and musically supreme single Absolution.