____








____



____
REVIEWS
Featuring Legendary, Local and Undgeround Heavy Metal.
NEW UPDATES
THE DEMO CORNER
THE BLOG
REVIEWS
INTERVIEWS
Moonspell          Sepultura            Velnias
Pharaoh                  Vektor             Graveyard
CONCERT REPORT
STAFF TOP TEN PICKS
STAFF TOP TEN PICKS
STAFF TOP TEN PICKS
This may be a demo, but this is better than the majority of fully produced albums I've heard this year. Dark Cascadian Black Metal that goes perfectly with our Northwestern weather.
Addaura - Demo 2010
10
BAND'S WEBSITE
MYSPACE
9
Spellcaster - Casting the Spell
8
MYSPACE
This may be the best sounding demo that I've ever heard, so it's no wonder Heavy Artillery decided to reissue it for a wider audience upon signing these guys. With the energy, youth and talent Spellcaster possess, they have a great shot at making a name for themselves and being around for a long time to come.
Metsatöll - Äio
7
MYSPACE
BAND'S WEBSITE
With their signing to Spinefarm, one would have thought that finding the new Metsatöll album would have been a lot easier than it was. However, it was worth the time and expense, as Äio ranks among their best.
Rhapsody of Fire - The Frozen Tears of Angels
6
MYSPACE
Here's a band that I never thought would crack my top ten, particularly after their last album Triumph or Agony, which was the very definition of blasé, but Rhapsody hit it out of the park with this one. This is easily the best thing that Luca Turilli has done since his Prophet of the Last Eclipse album.
5
2
4
Therion - Sitra Ahra
3
MYSPACE
BAND'S WEBSITE
I'll admit that I didn't care much for this album the first time I heard it, but it has grown on me quite a bit with repeated listens. While Sitra Ahra may not be another Vovin or Secret of the Runes, it is excellent for what it is.
1
2010
Philip A. Wickstrand
Interviewer
Please check out Peter's full review by clicking on the album artwork to the left.
2010
Please check out Chris' full review by clicking on the album artwork to the left.
All content © 2011 Metal Psalter Webzine  |  Bands, labels, artists and photographers retain their respective © to their logos, artwork and photos  |  Design and Layout © 2011 Dynamico Designs
TO THE TOP
*Comments:
*By clicking "Submit" you agree to the following Terms of Use. You agree not to post any material that is obscene, slanderous, or threatening, or that may violate any law of your country of origin or the United States or of international law. Should you wish to restrict viewing of your email address by third parties, you must select "Hide My Email." You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Metal Psalter from any claims, actions, suits, damages, or other costs arising out of any breach of these Terms of Use.
STAFF TOP 10 LISTS
Jesse - 2008 2009 2010 2011
M. J. - 2008 2009 2010 2011
J. A. Burt - 2008 2009 2010 2011
Peter - 2008 2009 2010 2011
Rottenbucher - 2008 2009 2010
                          2011
Chris - 2009 2010 2011
Roswell47 - 2010 2011
Phil A. Wickstrand - 2010 2011
Garett - 2010 2011
Greg -  2010 2011
Lynora - 2009 2010
The Stream - 2009 2010
Deathstalker -  2009
Ilmarinen -  2008
Matt -  2008  2009
Kesh -  2009
Dinah -  2009
Phil A. -  2009

































2010
Cathedral - The Guessing Game
Cathedral have never sounded less Metal than they do here, but instead have delivered one damned amazing Prog Rock record.
Please check out Chris' full review by clicking on the album artwork to the left.
BAND'S WEBSITE
MYSPACE
Please check out Chris' full review by clicking on the album artwork to the left.
BAND'S WEBSITE
MYSPACE
Four years seems to have been worth the wait. I'm not sure if I like this more than Fex or not, but it's a damned close call in any event and another triumph for Ludicra.
Ludicra - The Tenant
Please check out Peter's full review by clicking on the album artwork to the left.
MYSPACE
Quite possibly the best of the old school revival bands going today. This album is like listening to the best the NWOBHM had to offer, but with a better recording and mix.
Enforcer - Diamonds
Please check out Jesse and Matt's full reviews in the REVIEWS ARCHIVE.
MYSPACE
BAND'S WEBSITE
This one kind of took me from nowhere. Previous to purchasing this album, I'd heard only one or two songs from Alcest and thought it was pretty neat, but the album as a whole is incredibly intoxicating and utterly beautiful.
Alcest - Écailles de lune
Please check out Jesse and Chris' full reviews in the REVIEWS ARCHIVE.
MYSPACE
BAND'S WEBSITE
It only took me the first ten minutes of Marrow of the Spirit for me to decide that this was the best thing I'd heard all year - that's how impactful it was for me. Agalloch continue to show me why I love the Pacific Northwest and Metal in general.
Agalloch - Marrow of the Spirit
BAND'S WEBSITE
Please check out Peter's full review by clicking on the album artwork to the left.