“Playing hard-hitting, gritty and yet melodic metal, I.C.O.N are a home-grown talent to be proud of and new album ‘the blacklist’ is a blistering reminder of the band’s potent capabilities…this is a fine, exciting metal release from one of the ballsiest bands you’ll hear all year – don’t miss out.” … Continue reading
“If you are looking for a traditional act that mixes a myriad of styles for a form of heavy metal that exudes both power and a touch of groove, with an emphasis of heaviness, riffs and blazing leads and melodious hooks – then you need to check out Dendera’s “Pillars … Continue reading
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“For honest and uncluttered, as well as seriously accomplished heavy metal, it will be hard to find anything much better than The Blacklist this year we suggest.” “… there is a major classic lurking inside I.C.O.N as they evolve and grown further whilst this release persistently shows itself to be … Continue reading
“What Dendera has done with “Pillars Of Creation” is make a record that improves upon their previous one in every way. The album is heavier, hookier, and more mature at the same time. “The Killing Floor” was a pretty good record, and this one is a clear step up. This … Continue reading
“…by being uncompromising and brutal, I.C.O.N. know exactly what they’re aiming for on this release and to their credit they do it extremely well. The Blacklist may well be more of a slow burn than a quick fix, however in the long run that’s one of its strengths, revealing an … Continue reading
“Think Anthrax in their prime Bush era, or mid-period Megadeth and then marry that to the melody and drama of Maiden and Priest and what Pillars Of Creation becomes is a serious metal beast with a whole range of attacks. It’s a knock out concoction, majestic and pulsating, yet gritty … Continue reading
“For the the fan of classic heavy and power metal, there’s a lot to like about Dendera, and maybe modern metal fans will have some interest as well.” “Dendera’s Pillars Of Creation is classic heavy and power metal, still melodic, but made roaring and rousing for our current times.” 4.5/5 … Continue reading
“What an outstanding listening experience. The musicianship on display throughout is superb … From Ashley’s mind-blowing vocals, to Stephen and Tony’s genius guitar playing. All made possible by Bradley’s confident bass-play and Andy’s pummelling drums … A rhythm section that works well together as one. Together they have made another … Continue reading
“This is muscular stuff. Meaty, heavy and yet accessible. Think Pantera jamming with Orange Goblin over a few beers and after listening to a lot of British Metal and you are in the right area.” “’The Blacklist’ is a superb slab of British Heavy Metal. It’s more than that, though, … Continue reading
