A(eon)F An absolute victory Favorite track: Universe B.

Rabbit The legendary Killing Joke whom basically invented Industrial Rock with their self-titled debut then went on to become one of the greatest Industrial Metal bands since the 90's. They are a goliath with tons of great albums to offer, and this one is a strong contender for their very best! Favorite track: This Tribal Antidote.

DAS VILLAIN I'm still heartbroken that Geordie passed! He was a one-of-a-kind guitarist from one of the most unique and aggressive bands, ever! Hosannas is proof of that. I've been a fan of KJ for over 35 years and saw them for the first time in 2019! It was one of the best and most incendiary (in a great way) concerts I've ever seen in a very long time! RIP Geordie! Favorite track: Walking with Gods.

admiraltengu This is what I consider a perfect album! Favorite track: A Vagabond's Lament.

K God, what can I say that hasn't already been said. If you're looking for intricacy, something profound, deep, beautiful, melancholic, powerful, and vicious, this is it. Tragic lore is woven into this massive soundscape, making it an emotional journey from start to finish. It's heavy and aggressive in all the right places, paired with perfectly orchestrated softer portions, creating a haunting ambiguity that will linger with you long after it's finished. It's not just an album, it's a work of art Favorite track: Lavender Calligraphy.

Philzen Constantly breaking expectations and listening habits, this album doesn't get boring a single second. Wish the clean vocals were less drowned in reverb and the drum sound less sampled, while the timing is feeling joyfully lively and not killed by quantization. Killer bass lines and sound. These creative, interwoven layers of music demand attention … and reward it!

David Fischer It took me forever to finally get to World Maker, and I instantly wish I could travel back in time to listen to this sooner. From the first to the last note, this album is beyond brilliance and would've definitely made my Top 10 list of 2025. It transcends music, emanating an intense presence. Music to erect your inner, spiritual shrine to and bathe in the glory of the goddess of the dawn (whatever that means). The soundtrack of a celestial, golden, glowing sphere illuminating the sky. Grand! Favorite track: All In Time.

my_shadow I am not musically inclined to explain technical things like time signatures, etc. I’m sure there are aspects of this bands talent that I could never do justice, especially in 500 words. All I know is, the album World Maker is amazing! It’s a masterful piece of music that combines mood with power. Restraint with intensity. As soon as I heard “You Are The Sky”, I was immediately hooked! An all-time favorite for me.

Give this record/band a listen. You won’t be disappointed!! Thanks Psychonaut!
Favorite track: You Are The Sky....

Ippocalyptica It has taken me years to appreciate Psychonaut’s approach to progressive metal, which is equal parts post-metal and psychedelic, but now, as I have come to realise, they are a lot more distinct-sounding and coherent than several of their contemporaries. I do see some similarities to The Ocean (which is probably why I finally like Psychonaut), but the music here is less busy, less aggressive, and a bit warmer. World Maker sadly features one bad song, but the rest are total fire! Powerful stuff. Favorite track: You Are The Sky....

Nocturnal Egg (Jordan) Dans Of Natural History, son album sophomore, Sleepytime Gorilla Museum ouvre une autre section de son édifice — ou devrais-je dire son chapiteau ? — qui retrace une évolution de l'humanité sans la technologie. Le groupe américain part à la recherche d'énergies primordiales : il se place sous la tutelle du loup et les voix, plurielles, innombrables, grognent et hurlent ; il respire les vapeurs de l'alcool et son rock en opposition se fait direct, impulsif. Le nourrisson devient le maïeuticien... Favorite track: Babydoctor.

da9ve My introduction to SGM was seeing them live (July 20, 2003, Indianapolis). The show opened with A Hymn to the Morning Star > The Donkey-Headed Adversary of Humanity Opens the Discussion, with the entire band in realistic full-headed animal masks. I was a convert before the spiky guitar even kicked in. This album, when it finally came out, got me through the first couple years of the second GWB administration; I'd've gone 'round the bend otherwise. Necessary, powerful stuff. Favorite track: The Donkey-Headed Adversary of Humanity Opens the Discussion.