Tag: Awakening Records

Review: “Spiritual Atrophy” by Cultist

For the past decade or so Calgary, Alberta Canadians Cultist have been musing on thoughts of science fiction, mythology and mental illness while painting portraits in pure unadulterated Death Metal. Their reputation for creating cruel, punishing and aggressive sounds to strike fear into the hearts of humanity was enhanced by 2022’s debut album “Manic Despair“,

NEWS: Cultist shape a new reality…

Recorded and mixed by Scott Oliphant (Dying Remains, Snakepit) and mastered by Rolando Rodas (Smoulder, Rites Of Thy Deringolade, Dire Omen), after a decade musing on themes of Science fiction, Mythology, Legends, Society and Mental illness, Canadian Death Metal force Cultist have announced a sophomore album is on the way. Titled “Spiritual Atrophy” it is the

NEWS: Papa Necrose arises from the grave once more!

A couple of years may have passed since their last taped confession but a fourth studio album from Brazilian Death Metal lovers Papa Necrose has been announced for a 20th March arrival via Awakening Records. Titled “Anthropomorphy Execution” it is said to be a sharp criticism of religion, focusing on the role of Catholicism in historic

NEWS: Namtaru hear the demons call!

Named after the ancient Mesopotamian god of death, Namtaru hail from Italy and are known for delivering a style of Death Metal soaked in Scandinavian Black Metal lore and mixed with a Middle Eastern or perhaps even Sumerian vibe with some H.P. Lovecraft inspirations. Their highly anticipated debut album “Cult of Ancient Deities” is set to