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Death Metal

RÊVASSEUR SHIFT GEAR WITH NEW SINGLE “L’HONNEUR ET LE GLOIRE”- AN DARK ANTHEM OF DOOMED GLORY

Hanoi’s melodic death metal force Rêvasseur, has released their latest single, “L’honneur Et Le Gloire” paving the way for their upcoming album, “Reaper’s Gale” In stark contrast to the despairing and oppressive atmosphere of their debut single, “L’honneur Et Le Gloire” emerges as a highly technical heroic anthem, driven by battle-hardened riffs throughout the track. With melodies and lyrics dedicated

29/11/2025 No Comments

Death Metal

RÊVASSEUR ANNOUNCE SOPHOMORE ALBUM “REAPER’S GALE,” ARRIVING 12.12.2025

Hanoi death-metal stalwarts Rêvasseur return on 12.12.2025 with Reaper’s Gale! An eleven-track plunge into war, honour, and myth-fused melodic brutality. Inspired by Steven Erikson’s dark-fantasy visions and brought to life with hand-drawn artwork by Greallach, the album marks the band’s most focused, battle-scarred, and definitive statement yet.

22/11/2025 No Comments

Death Metal

GAI 荄 Drop Surprise Single “Never Thought” Ahead of Expanded Release of “You Lie”

Hanoi “nu-death” act GAI 荄 return with a surprise drop of “Never Thought,” featuring Ida Bagus Bayu Atmaja of Bali’s Past Fiction. The single announces the expanded edition of “You Lie” for January 9th, 2026.

21/11/2025 No Comments

Death Metal

RÊVASSEUR UNLEASH NEW SINGLE “GELD THE LIARS” — A DARK TURN TOWARD DOOM

Hanoi’s death metal unit Rêvasseur return with “Geld the Liars,” a surprise drop ahead of their Scumfest appearance. Trading melodeath speed for doom-laden weight, the track strikes at hypocrisy and false morality — a “clarion call to fight back against mental control.” Their second LP arrives later this year.

10/11/2025 No Comments

Black Metal

Cút Lộn Drops “Dzữa” – Final Form of Pikachu Chaos with Their Darkest Form Yet

Cút Lộn shed their Pikachu past and embrace their final form with Dzữa — a storm of distortion, rage, and strange beauty. Seven new tracks that mark the band’s most visceral and unflinching work yet.

08/10/2025 No Comments

Black Metal

Gargoyles in the Night Wasteland – Gargoyles in the Night Wasteland [2025]

Gargoyles in the Night Wasteland’s self-titled debut is a gritty, dynamic blend of hardcore, black metal, industrial, and more. Cohesive and DIY to the core, it balances aggression and atmosphere with smart songwriting and a bold, personal vision.

18/07/2025 No Comments

DIY

From Hanoi to the World: GAI’s Crowdsourced Comeback and DIY Global Ascent

GAI’s crowdsourced debut marks their rebirth, blending Hanoi grit with global reach. Through remote collaboration, DIY visuals, and relentless work, they’ve built an authentic, modern brand—proving even from a small scene, you can make waves worldwide.

17/07/2025 No Comments

Death Metal

GAI 荄 – You Lie [2025]

GAI’s YOU LIE blends deathcore, nu-metal, and hip-hop into a sharp, cohesive debut. Heavy, glitchy, and rhythm-driven, it’s a bold full-length effort that stands out in a scene driven by singles. Smart production, solid features, and plenty of bite.

13/06/2025 No Comments

Album Review

Thetans – Worldwide Vibes [2025]

Thetans – Worldwide Vibes [2025] is a darker, more experimental follow-up to their debut. Blending punk energy with darkwave textures and raw dynamics, it’s a slower burn that still hits hard in its own offbeat, genre-defying way.

26/05/2025 No Comments

DIY

Cút Lộn – Bắc Thảo [2024]

Cút Lợn’s Bắc Thảo marks a fierce transformation—dark, emotional, and self-produced. A landmark release for Vietnam’s heavy scene and one of the most powerful records of 2024.

23/04/2025 No Comments