In 2018, the music of australian death entity Portal took an unexpected turn. Previously known for their cavernous and impenetrable sound, Portal came out with a stripped-down and frantic technical death metal album. So in this episode of Looking Back, we’re taking a closer look at the first step into a new era for Portal. Read More
Most Anticipated Metal Albums 2021
The new year has started and so the cycle of looking out for albums to enjoy starts anew! I did some digging on the internet and in my memory and present my most anticipated metal albums of 2021. Read More
Top 15 of 2020 & Honorable Mentions
It’s finally here. The Top 15 of 2020 including honorable mentions. This one was ready to go last night, but my aging hardware made it impossible to render it out in time. Anyway, here it is, just a day late. I hope you all made it out of 2020 alright and I wish you all Read More
Looking Back: At The Gates – Slaughter of the Soul
After the “underdog” of melodic death metal classics in the previous episode of Looking Back, it’s time for the king. In 1995, At The Gates finalized the melodic death metal formular with the seminal Slaughter of the Soul. Read More
Looking Back: Dark Tranquillity – The Gallery
This week’s update is a new episode of Looking Back. This one I’ve been waiting a long time to talk about so I’m excited to share this with you. Read More
A New Episode of Looking Back and Exciting News!
Today, there are big changes coming to Noise Vortex. I have decided to take the step from writing about music to making videos about it and today marks the premiere of my first video review! Read More
Intercepting Pattern – The Encounter
Newcomers Intercepting Pattern try their hand at the masterclass of songwriting. The Encounter is a 30-minute jazz metal experience. Read More
Looking Back: Gojira – From Mars to Sirius
In 2020, Gojira’s monumental From Mars to Sirius celebrates its 15th anniversary. In this issue of Looking Back, we will take a look at one of the heaviest albums in the history of metal. Read More
Conjuror – Spiritus Levàte
The true Conjuror has risen! From the american wilderness three warriors emerge to proclaim: It is done. A triad of anthems levitate the spirit. Spiritus Levàte is the new EP by the trio of Troll, Set, and Lurk under the Conjuror name. Read More
Catching Up: Havukruunu, Gorrch, Haken
This selection is the last part of the Catching Up series for now. This final set features triumphant pagan anthems, mind-bending technical black metal and a catchy prog excursion Read More