Mexico's CEMICAN return with their anticipated new album of Aztec Folk Metal. The music of CEMICAN – whose name means “the duality of life and death” in the Aztecan language of Nahuatl (spoken by 2 million people in Central Mexico) – incorporates elements of the legends, mysticism and ideologies of ancient Mexican culture. Due August 23, the group's new album further explores those themes, as the title refers to fallen warriors who travel to Mictlan, the underworld in Aztec mythology.

Featuring striking cover artwork designed by Jesús Lhysta (Rotted Artist / Extreme Metal Artworks), “In Ohtli Teoyohtica In Miquiztli” is now available for pre-order on CD and limited-edition black vinyl

Mexico's CEMICAN return with their anticipated new album of Aztec Folk Metal. The music of CEMICAN – whose name means “the duality of life and death” in the Aztecan language of Nahuatl (spoken by 2 million people in Central Mexico) – incorporates elements of the legends, mysticism and ideologies of ancient Mexican culture. Due August 23, the group's new album further explores those themes, as the title refers to fallen warriors who travel to Mictlan, the underworld in Aztec mythology.

Featuring striking cover artwork designed by Jesús Lhysta (Rotted Artist / Extreme Metal Artworks), “In Ohtli Teoyohtica In Miquiztli” is now available for pre-order on as limited-edition black vinyl, only 300 pressed.

Midwest extreme black/death metal trio featuring Scott Eames (Thy Antichrist).

“Conjure The Storm” was mixed and mastered by Dan Swano (Dissection, Opeth, Dark Funeral) and is the follow-up to NEVALRA's debut 2015 EP, “The Black Flame,” which MetalSucks writer Phil Boozeman named one of his Top 10 metal albums of 2015. (“Eames’ shrieks need to be heard in person to be believed,” Phil wrote, “because what you hear on the recording is exactly how Eames and the rest of the band sound live.")

The cover art for “Conjure The Storm” was designed by Seth Siro Anton of Septicflesh, who has previously collaborated with the likes of Decapitated, Belphegor and Nile.

Midwest extreme black/death metal trio featuring Scott Eames (Thy Antichrist). Vinyl features alternate cover art and is limited to 300 copies on black vinyl with insert and digital download card.

“Conjure The Storm” was mixed and mastered by Dan Swano (Dissection, Dark Funeral, Opeth) and is the follow-up to NEVALRA's debut 2015 EP, “The Black Flame,” which MetalSucks writer Phil Boozeman named one of his Top 10 metal albums of 2015. (“Eames’ shrieks need to be heard in person to be believed,” Phil wrote, “because what you hear on the recording is exactly how Eames and the rest of the band sound live.")

The cover art for “Conjure The Storm” was designed by Seth Siro Anton of Septicflesh, who has previously collaborated with the likes of Decapitated, Belphegor and Nile.

Tampa Bay, Florida's Masters of Melodic Death Metal return with an epic full-length assault. Core members Jeramie Kling, Jamie Stewart and Mike Leon are joined by the new guitar team of Joey Concepcion and Taylor Nordberg for 10 new songs, including a cover of Suicidal Tendecies' "You Can't Bring Me Down" (with guest appearance by Soilwork's Bjorn Strid). Mixed by David Castillo (Opeth, Katatonia) and masterered by Thomas "Plec" Johansson (Watain, Scar Symmetry).

Out now - the new full-length from Nor Cal's Apothesary. Praised by No Clean Singing for their “impressive, hard-charging melodic death metal with a shitload of technical flair and enough pummeling brutality to leave bruises”.

This EP showcases a continued maturity as the band blend new and old-school death metal influences to concoct something brutal, melodic and adventurous all in one. On Sensory Overload, APOTHESARY epitomize their generation – youth plagued by depression, anxiety, and drug use writing songs that paint the beauty of struggle at its most primal with every riff, heavy… every melody, heartfelt… and every word, honest.

In 2019, BACKYARD BABIES – one of Sweden's longest-running and most influential hard rock bands – celebrate their 30th anniversary with the release of their eighth studio album, “Sliver & Gold,” which will be issued in North America on March 29 via M-Theory Audio. The record – which was produced by the legendary Chips Kiesbye (The Hellacopters, Graveyard, Michael Monroe) – is now available for pre-order on white vinyl (limited-edition 300 copies) and CD at this location – www.m-theoryaudio.com/store.

In recent weeks, BACKYARD BABIES has previewed two new tracks from the record, which was described by singer/guitarist Nicke Borg as their “most intense and furious album to date” – the anthemic “Shovin' Rocks,” the music video for which can be seen here -https://youtu.be/dp__OsEyWec , and album opener “Good Morning Midnight,” which can be heard here - https://youtu.be/h39Cot39k9s. “Sliver & Gold” (which is not a typo, by the way) contains eight additional sizzling new songs following the exact same recipe that made BACKYARD BABIES one of the most consistent rock bands of our time: a perfect balance between sleazy, punky, all-out party rock on one hand, and decidedly mature, thoroughly melancholic tunes on the other.

"Sliver & Gold" track listing: 1. Good Morning Midnight 2. Simple Being Sold 3. Shovin‘ Rocks 4. Ragged Flag 5. Yes To All No 6. Bad Seeds 7. 44 Undead 8. Sliver And Gold 9. A Day Late In My Dollar Shorts 10. Laugh Now Cry Later

Physical copies of “Sliver & Gold” will also include five bonus acoustic versions of songs from the group's storied past – "Th1rt3en or Nothing," "A Song For The Outcast," "Highlights, "Star War" and "Nomadic."

In 2019, BACKYARD BABIES – one of Sweden's longest-running and most influential hard rock bands – celebrate their 30th anniversary with the release of their eighth studio album, “Sliver & Gold,” which will be issued in North America on March 29 via M-Theory Audio. The record – which was produced by the legendary Chips Kiesbye (The Hellacopters, Graveyard, Michael Monroe) – is now available on white vinyl (limited-edition 300 copies) and CD at this location – www.m-theoryaudio.com/store. Vinyl also includes CD with bonus tracks.

In recent weeks, BACKYARD BABIES has previewed two new tracks from the record, which was described by singer/guitarist Nicke Borg as their “most intense and furious album to date” – the anthemic “Shovin' Rocks,” the music video for which can be seen here -https://youtu.be/dp__OsEyWec , and album opener “Good Morning Midnight,” which can be heard here - https://youtu.be/h39Cot39k9s. “Sliver & Gold” (which is not a typo, by the way) contains eight additional sizzling new songs following the exact same recipe that made BACKYARD BABIES one of the most consistent rock bands of our time: a perfect balance between sleazy, punky, all-out party rock on one hand, and decidedly mature, thoroughly melancholic tunes on the other.

"Sliver & Gold" track listing: 1. Good Morning Midnight 2. Simple Being Sold 3. Shovin‘ Rocks 4. Ragged Flag 5. Yes To All No 6. Bad Seeds 7. 44 Undead 8. Sliver And Gold 9. A Day Late In My Dollar Shorts 10. Laugh Now Cry Later

Physical copies of “Sliver & Gold” will also include five bonus acoustic versions of songs from the group's storied past – "Th1rt3en or Nothing," "A Song For The Outcast," "Highlights, "Star War" and "Nomadic."

Singer Eric Wagner (Trouble/The Skull) returns with Blackfinger, also featuring guitarist Terry Weston (Dream Death/Penance), for a darkly personal record. CD includes 9 songs and a 12-page full color CD booklet.

Singer Eric Wagner (Trouble/The Skull) returns with Blackfinger, also featuring guitarist Terry Weston (Dream Death/Penance) for a darkly personal record. Limited Edition of 400 blue/black marble. Also includes a 4-page insert with art, lyrics and photos, as well as download card for the album.

Praised by their hometown LA Weekly as Los Angeles' “best new old-school metal band,” the upstart traditional heavy metal quintet BLADE KILLER feature a strong NWOBHM (and particularly, Di'Anno-era Iron Maiden) influence, “High Risk” is an eight-track, 29-minute ripper sure to please fans of pure heavy metal. The album was recorded by Allen Falcon (Exmortus, Naked Aggression) at L.A.'s Birdcage Studios and mixed and mastered by Enforcer vocalist Olaf Wikstrand (Tribulation, Cauldron). The cover art, seen above, was designed by noted tattoo artist Alex Matus.

Only 100 made. Old-school cassette tape. Praised by their hometown LA Weekly as Los Angeles' “best new old-school metal band,” the upstart traditional heavy metal quintet BLADE KILLER feature a strong NWOBHM (and particularly, Di'Anno-era Iron Maiden) influence, “High Risk” is an eight-track, 29-minute ripper sure to please fans of pure heavy metal. The album was recorded by Allen Falcon (Exmortus, Naked Aggression) at L.A.'s Birdcage Studios and mixed and mastered by Enforcer vocalist Olaf Wikstrand (Tribulation, Cauldron). The cover art, seen above, was designed by noted tattoo artist Alex Matus.

Nor Cal's Blessed Curse return with 5 new songs of intense, fast-paced thrash metal with deadly overtones that will rip you apart! Produced by Juan Urteaga (Sadus, Exodus) this trio will huff and puff and blow you away with their old-school sound.

Get in on the savings by ordering this special package deal where you get the new Blessed Curse CD, Beware of the Night, plus t-shirt adorned with the EP's killer cover art.

Double-sided new design from Blessed Curse representing the killer cover artwork for their Beware of the Night EP. Backside is band logo with scratch marks.

The debut full-length from Nor Cal's Blessed Curse (formerly Devastator). 12 songs produced by Juan Urteaga (Machine Head, Testament, Exodus) of evil-tinged, thrash metal. Domestic release (limited to 1000 copies) includes a bonus track cover version of Black Sabbath's "Symptom of the Universe" plus a 16-panel booklet with poster of outstanding cover art by Marc Sasso (Dio, Halford, Adrenaline Mob). Limited to 1000 copies.

The Bay Area Metal band returns Sept. 14th with a stellar debut full-length produced by Juan Urteaga (Testament, Machine Head) and mastered by Jens Bogren (Sepultura, Kreator). As one fan put it - "the bastard child of Judas Priest and Exodus".

Bay Area thrash metal is alive and well, as Cultural Warfare continues the region's legacy. A unique combination of traditional metal and aggressive, melodic thrash metal topped by the powerful and respected vocals of Jacques Serrano (Taunted). Produced by Juan Urteaga (Machine Head, Testament, Exodus). Mastered by Maor Appelbaum (Fates Warning, Mayhem, Faith No More). This is a specially priced 5-song EP showcasing this promising young band's abilities -- so get in on the ground floor.

The highly anticipated new album by the Canadian hard rock trio. Produced by GGGarth Richardson (Testament, Rage Against The Machine, Rise Against). Includes "We're Crazy," "Burn In Hell," "Dance Dance Dance" and eight other tracks that will have your fists up high.

The debut full-length from CA Symphonic Blackened Metal band. 11 songs, produced by Mick Kenney (Anaal Nathrakh), clocks in at 66 minutes of conceptual madness. Jewelcase CD with 20-page booklet with artwork, photo and lyrics.

The storytellers of brute and beauty return to weave a new sonic tapestry of epic sacrifice. For fans of female-fronted symphonic, doom, thrash, gothic and progressive power metal. Eleven new songs produced by Armand John Anthony (Night Demon, Gygax) and featuring cover art from Dusan Markovic (Jag Panzer, Seven Kingdoms, Mystic Prophecy).

The return of brutal, epic, scornful metal from the UK's original blackened death metal band. Featuring guest vocals on 3 songs from Sarah Jezebel Deva (Cradle of Filth, Therion, Mortiis) and with cover art by Nestor Avalos (Bloodbath, Rotting Christ, Black Dahlia Murder).

Out Oct. 12th The Pagan Metal Warriors return, but this time around, they've brought a few friends along for the ride! Guests on the new album include Masha Scream (Arkona), Lazar (Arkona), Dr. Leif Kjonnsfleis (TrollfesT), Trollmannen (TrollfesT), Damna (Elvenking), Lethien (Elvenking), Dom Crey (Equilibrium), Kevin Storm and more.

Mixed and mastered by J-F Dagenais (Kataklysm, Misery Index, Despised Icon). Cover art by Felipe Machado Franco (Iced Earth, Blind Guardian, Rhapsody of Fire).

To be released Oct 12th, limited to 300 copies on clear/blue haze vinyl.

The Pagan Metal Warriors return, but this time around, they've brought a few friends along for the ride! Guests on the new album include Masha Scream (Arkona), Lazar (Arkona), Dr. Leif Kjonnsfleis (TrollfesT), Trollmannen (TrollfesT), Damna (Elvenking), Lethien (Elvenking), Dom Crey (Equilibrium), Kevin Storm and more.

Mixed and mastered by J-F Dagenais (Kataklysm, Misery Index, Despised Icon). Cover art by Felipe Machado Franco (Iced Earth, Blind Guardian, Rhapsody of Fire).

Epic Pagan Death Metal. 5-song EP from Helsott features artwork from Felipe Machado Franco (Blind Guardian, Iced Earth), mixed & mastered by J-F Dagenais (Kataklysm, Ex Deo) and includes an Iron Butterfly cover song.

The sophomore album from Italy's Hiss from the Moat featuring drummer James Payne (ex-Vital Remains, Hour of Penance). Produced by Stefano Santi (Cripple Bastards).

Limited-edition vinyl release of the sophomore album from Italy's Hiss from the Moat featuring drummer James Payne (ex-Vital Remains, Hour of Penance). Only 200 copies made on moat-black vinyl. Includes digital download code.

The anticipated full-length debut from Texas-based “super metal” quartet IMMORTAL GUARDIAN – whose “face-melting shred” takes progressive power metal to the extreme featuring guitarist/keyboardist Gabriel Guardian who performs jaw-dropping solos on both instruments simultaneously.

The long anticipated new album from Canada's Into Eternity is out now. This power/progressive metal band is back, fronted by new vocalist Amanda Kiernan. Features artwork from Mattias Noren (Kamelot, Evergrey, Epica). Now in jewelcase CD format.

The long anticipated new album from Canada's Into Eternity is out now. This power/progressive metal band is back, fronted by new vocalist Amanda Kiernan. Features artwork from Mattias Noren (Kamelot, Evergrey, Epica). Vinyl limited to 400 copies on smoke colored vinyl. Includes insert with lyrics, credits and digital download card.

The long-running and highly influential extreme metal group MALEVOLENT CREATION – whose trio of albums released by Roadrunner Records in the early 1990s helped to pioneer the “Florida death metal” sound release their new album, “The 13th Beast". The record – the group's first since the passing of original vocalist Bret Hoffman, who died from colon cancer last year – is available now.

MALEVOLENT CREATION – whose 1991 debut, “The Ten Commandments,” was named one of the Top 100 Death Metal Albums Of All Time by Decibel Magazine in 2012 – was originally formed in Buffalo, New York, but the group soon moved to Florida and became a staple in the state's burgeoning death metal scene. “The 13th Beast” is their first release since 2015's acclaimed “Dead Man's Path” (Century Media), hailed by Metal Hammer as “probably their fastest material since 1997's 'In Cold Blood'.”

Musically, "The 13th Beast" expands upon "Dead Man's Path" yet also incorporates a brutality known from albums such as "The Will To Kill" and "Eternal", which is further accentuated by new vocalist/guitarist Lee Wollenschlaeger's (Throne of Nails, Imperial Empire) understandable yet deeper vocal tone and songwriting contributions. As with "Dead Man's Path,” the record features artwork by German Latorres and was mixed and mastered by Dan Swanö (Aspyhx, Marduk, Incantation) at Unisound.

In addition to Wollenschlager, “The 13th Beast” marks the recording debuts of bassist Josh Gibbs (Thrash Or Die, Solstice) and drummer Phil Cancilla (Bits of Gore, Primitive Brutality, Misericordiam), who join founding guitarist Phil Fasciana on the 11-track tour de force. "Lee was the missing link when I was searching for a new vocalist and guitarist," says Fasciana. "Each new member is a solid musician and songwriter sharing the same passion for extreme music MALEVOLENT CREATION has been striving for since 1987. I'm very proud of this album."

"This is the biggest honor I could ever be given," adds Wollenschlaeger. "The opportunity to front one of my all-time favorite bands, and an even bigger pleasure of jamming with such great people. We have created one of the most relentless albums of MALEVOLENT CREATION's history. As a fan, I know we are going to shock a lot of people at how intense this new album is. Done in a way only MALEVOLENT CREATION can!"

The domestic pressing of these death metal legends' new album on 180g colored Silver vinyl (300 made). Includes digital download code.

The long-running and highly influential extreme metal group MALEVOLENT CREATION – whose trio of albums released by Roadrunner Records in the early 1990s helped to pioneer the “Florida death metal” sound release their new album, “The 13th Beast". The record – the group's first since the passing of original vocalist Bret Hoffman, who died from colon cancer last year.

MALEVOLENT CREATION – whose 1991 debut, “The Ten Commandments,” was named one of the Top 100 Death Metal Albums Of All Time by Decibel Magazine in 2012 – was originally formed in Buffalo, New York, but the group soon moved to Florida and became a staple in the state's burgeoning death metal scene. “The 13th Beast” is their first release since 2015's acclaimed “Dead Man's Path” (Century Media), hailed by Metal Hammer as “probably their fastest material since 1997's 'In Cold Blood'.”

Musically, "The 13th Beast" expands upon "Dead Man's Path" yet also incorporates a brutality known from albums such as "The Will To Kill" and "Eternal", which is further accentuated by new vocalist/guitarist Lee Wollenschlaeger's (Throne of Nails, Imperial Empire) understandable yet deeper vocal tone and songwriting contributions. As with "Dead Man's Path,” the record features artwork by German Latorres and was mixed and mastered by Dan Swanö (Aspyhx, Marduk, Incantation) at Unisound.

In addition to Wollenschlager, “The 13th Beast” marks the recording debuts of bassist Josh Gibbs (Thrash Or Die, Solstice) and drummer Phil Cancilla (Bits of Gore, Primitive Brutality, Misericordiam), who join founding guitarist Phil Fasciana on the 11-track tour de force. "Lee was the missing link when I was searching for a new vocalist and guitarist," says Fasciana. "Each new member is a solid musician and songwriter sharing the same passion for extreme music MALEVOLENT CREATION has been striving for since 1987. I'm very proud of this album."

"This is the biggest honor I could ever be given," adds Wollenschlaeger. "The opportunity to front one of my all-time favorite bands, and an even bigger pleasure of jamming with such great people. We have created one of the most relentless albums of MALEVOLENT CREATION's history. As a fan, I know we are going to shock a lot of people at how intense this new album is. Done in a way only MALEVOLENT CREATION can!"

Limited pressing of 100 cassettes of the new album from FL death metal legends Malevolent Creation. Includes digital download code.

The New Generation of Progressive Power Metal full of shredding guitars and traditional melodic vocals.

Our first release, limited to 1000 copies, this CD/DVD set includes Las Vegas thrashers Papsmear's first 2 classic demos compiled with live tracks. The DVD features 3 live shows from the band. Killer artwork from Coffin Bob Lane (The Accused) and insert includes photo collage, liner notes, original demo layouts and flyers.

Praised this year by Rolling Stone magazine as “One of the Top 10 bands you need to know” for their “debaucherous, flamboyant flair,” SANTA CRUZ is a Finnish modern hard rock band formed with the mutual aspiration of playing their rear ends off and kicking people’s derrieres. Inspired initially by the likes of Motley Crue and Guns N’ Roses, the young group developed a strong buzz through stupefying live shows and two well-received albums on Spinefarm Records where they took their throwback hard rock sound and combined it with elements of modern rock, punk and metal, put it in their own special blender, then iced the mix with blinding energetic performances and a healthy dash of bad attitude!

Scardust, Israel's leading progressive metal band. The group's acclaimed full-length debut, “Sands of Time,” out now on limited-edition double vinyl.

Mastered by Jens Bogren (Opeth, Devin Townsend, BTBAM), featuring cover art by Drake Mefestta (Cradle of Filth, Michael Romeo, Devilment), and including guest vocals from Orphaned Land's Kobi Farhi and Cyhra/ex-Amaranthe's Jake E.

The gatefold double-LP edition includes the group's 2015 debut EP “Shadow” in its entirety on Side D – the first time that release has been offered on vinyl as well.

SCARDUST, Israel's leading progressive metal band, release their full-length album, Sands of Time.

Mastered by Jens Bogren (Opeth, Devin Townsend, BTBAM), featuring cover art by Drake Mefestta (Cradle of Filth, Michael Romeo, Devilment) and including guest vocals by Orphaned Land's Kobi Farhi and Cyhra/ex-Amaranthe Jake E.

The new CD reissue will include a bonus acoustic piano demo of the brand-new song “Mist".

Total Fucking Black Metal Terrorism from SICARIUS. Raw, dirty, evil, vile, violent black metal paying homage to the band's '90s influences like Mayhem, Gorgoroth, and Rotting Christ. Produced by Mick Kenney (Anaal Nathrakh) at Barracks Studio. Artwork by Misanthropic Art.

Limited-edition old-school cassette, only 100 made. Total Fucking Black Metal Terrorism from SICARIUS. Raw, dirty, evil, vile, violent black metal paying homage to the band's '90s influences like Mayhem, Gorgoroth, and Rotting Christ. Produced by Mick Kenney (Anaal Nathrakh) at Barracks Studio. Artwork by Misanthropic Art.

Debut full-length from Las Vegas' SicociS. This promising young group blends influences from the melodic death metal, epic power metal and dark, progressive scenes creating their own unique and modern sound.

Special price. $20 gets you the new Sicocis CD, a Sicocis shirt and sticker.

NY's Sworn Enemy returns with 11 new tracks of pummeling metallic hardcore, produced by Machine Head's Robb Flynn.

Limited-edition blue-splatter vinyl (includes Digital Download Card). NY's Sworn Enemy returns with 11 new tracks of pummeling metallic hardcore, produced by Machine Head's Robb Flynn.

Offering from Nomadic Folk Metal band Tengger Cavalry, featuring 14 songs (including 2 bonus songs not on digital release).

Brand new album from Mongolian/Nomadic Folk Metal band Tengger Cavalry. In cooperation with the band and new label Napalm Records we got a few copies of the brand new CD.

Long-anticipated new full-length from American True Metal band White Wizzard. Features the return of classic vocalist Wyatt "Screaming Demon" Anderson and guitarist James J. LaRue joining bassist Jon Leon. Produced by Ralph Patlan (UFO, Megadeth, Flotsam and Jetsam).

Limited-edition double LP gatefold album - - exclusive White vinyl (only 200 made) only available here. Last few copies are autographed.

The new and first official M-Theory Audio t-shirt design emblazoned with our logo. Wear it proud and help promote.

I used to do this indie fanzine that turned into a pretty nice magazine in the '90s. I have a few back issues on-hand that I'd like to get circulated. Each issue is $3. Message me on the contact form for multi-issue and shipping discounts.