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Half-way through 2017 – the best so far – Part 1

The Blog of Much Metal is nothing if not predictable. But, what it lacks in spontaneity, it makes up for with quality writing, brilliant wit, incisive articles and a bucket load of irony and modesty. As a result, I return with my usual mid-year round-up of the best music that has been released between January  Continue Reading »

Anathema – The Optimist – Album Review

Artist: Anathema Album Title: The Optimist Label: Kscope Date of Release: 9 June 2017 Anathema is one of my top 5 bands of all time. As such, their new full-length release, ‘The Optimist’ is easily my most highly anticipated album release of 2017. Put simply, Anathema are a band that speaks to me. They are  Continue Reading »

Isurus – Logocharya – Album Review

Artist: Isurus Album Title: Logocharya Label: Independent Release Year Of Release: 2015 One of the biggest buzzes I get through writing this blog and writing about music in general is from the discovery of new music. I’m not one to sit still and rest on my laurels; I’m always on the look-out for the next  Continue Reading »

The Best Live Releases of 2013 – Number 1

This is my last post in this mini series, taking a loom at those live releases that have had the most significant impact upon me during 2013. If you’re interested, the previous two posts can be viewed here: Number 3 Number 2 In addition, if you missed my Album of the Year 2013 countdown, where  Continue Reading »


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