Phil Cooper, Author at Distorted Sound Magazine

ALBUM REVIEW: Yesterwynde – Nightwish

When it comes to symphonic metal, few artists can conjure up the evocative soaring imagery of NIGHTWISH. The six-piece metal

Since 1980 (albeit with a 20-year hiatus), Newcastle-based traditional heavy metal stalwarts SATAN have been churning out intoxicating riffs and

There’s a glut of melodic death bands about. Some have more of a symphonic edge, others a thematic schtick and

With a style self-referred to as ‘Rotterdoom’, OFFICIUM TRISTE have been evolving their sound and style over the last three

War and the stories held within conflict have often been a source of lyrical inspiration for many artists. Some dabble

Chilean quintet MOURNERS LAMENT started making waves in their local scene shortly after their formation in 2004. Live shows kept

From establishing a strong foothold in the underground scene of the early 90s, melodic doom five-piece SCALD built up a

A key aspect of heavy metal is the pomp and over the top joyous passion. There’s something about a wailing

“All of our records have an underlying theme, the first two fit almost conceptually. So, we wanted to take some

Returning with their fifth album and follow-up to 2022’s Earthtorn, New Jersey trio DRIFT INTO BLACK have delivered a deeply rich