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Turnstile : Never Enough

2 weeks ago | treblezine.com | Michael Pementel

From a mainstream point of view, no other field of heavy music can hold a candle to hardcore right now. What was once a niche sound has now infiltrated the zeitgeist, with hardcore bands making their way into Coachella and late-night talk shows. Though there are various factors that have guided the modern sound of hardcore to this latest stage of success, one band in particular has been a leading light in its crossover from the underground: Turnstile.
Aesop Rock : Black Hole Superette

3 weeks ago | treblezine.com | Michael Pementel

From political messaging to advertisements, we’re being fed an aggressive delivery of information every day. We’re bombarded by corporations constantly fighting for our attention and money, and in a society where the powers that be don’t give a shit about your wellbeing, it’s understandable why so many are struggling with depression in part because of that. It’s a hell no one can escape, yet Aesop Rock is better than most at cutting through the bullshit so we can face it together.
Bleed : Bleed - Treble

1 month ago | treblezine.com | Michael Pementel

Dallas, Texas’ Bleed first made waves with their 2021 EP, Somebody’s Closer, with a sound that evoked the thick guitars of ‘90s/early 2000s nu-metal and alternative rock. And while various stylistic touches reminiscent of those eras are indeed easy to detect, Bleed build something more substantial than mere pastiche. For as much as they draw from ‘90s/ 2000s metal and alt rock, they use those elements to craft shoegaze-centric riffs that harbor enchanting melodies.
Superheaven : Superheaven

1 month ago | treblezine.com | Michael Pementel

Doylestown, Pennsylvania’s Superheaven made a name for themselves with the release of their 2013 debut album, Jar, an album whose unique sound combined hardcore with shoegaze and grunge. The group concocted a compelling blend of sound that felt strongly reminiscent of ’90s-era rock aesthetics.
6 Best New Death Metal Bands of the 2020s

2 months ago | loudwire.com | Michael Pementel

Miikka Skaffari, Getty Images / YouTube: Prosthetic RecordsSHARETWEETThough we are only five years into the 2020s, death metal is proving itself to be one of the defining genres of the decade. Looking back on the 2010s, death metal went through extraordinary growth across numerous subgenres. In the 2020s though, death metal has experienced an intriguing evolution – one marked by a new wave of bands.
Big|Brave : OST | Album review | Treble

2 months ago | treblezine.com | Michael Pementel

A movie can live or die by its score. A composed soundtrack has the power to amplify emotional moments, facilitating a deeper level of immersive storytelling for the viewer. Think of Wendy Carlos’ work on Stanley Kubrick’s A Clockwork Orange; though visually stunning and with strong performances, Carlos’ evocative theme helps fuel the drama. The same can be said of John Carpenter’s Halloween, featuring Carpenter’s ominous score, escalating the movie’s horror and tension.
Superheaven look to the horizon

2 months ago | treblezine.com | Michael Pementel

Upon hearing a band returning from a 10-year hiatus, you might them to sound a little rusty. That certainly isn’t the case for Superheaven, who have returned even stronger after an extended break. The Pennsylvania rock band formed in 2008, releasing a handful of EPs under the name Daylight. But it was with the release of their 2013 debut LP Jar that the band began to make a name for themselves—not long afterward, they officially became Superheaven.
Mizmor interview: 'Alluvion,' doom and catharsis

2 months ago | treblezine.com | Michael Pementel

Over the years, Mizmor’s A.L.N. and Hell’s M.S.W. have collaborated with each other on and off. They’ve played in bands together, but A.L.N. and M.S.W. have likewise performed in each other’s bands. Now 20 years into their friendship, the two have joined forces for a brand-new collaboration. Alluvion is not only a brand-new album from Mizmor and Hell, but also the first proper collaboration between the two.
Panchiko : Ginkgo

2 months ago | treblezine.com | Michael Pementel

Upon the discovery of an old copy of Panchiko’s EP D>E>A>T>H>M>E>T>A>L uploaded onto the internet in 2016, listeners became enamored by the band’s electronics-tinged indie rock. Its ambient sound conveyed a sense of nostalgia that evoked sounds of the late ‘90s and early 2000s. The EP itself was, in fact, initially recorded in 2000, and in this light, Panchiko’s music proves even more fascinating.
Twin Peaks and The Black Lodge’s Influence on Cosmic Horror

2 months ago | yahoo.com | Michael Pementel

This article was originally published in 2020. It has been republished in 2025 in celebration of the show’s 35th anniversary. From the Double R Diner to the Roadhouse and One Eyed Jacks, the various locales of Twin Peaks offer something memorable for viewers. Twin Peaks as a whole exudes an ethereal air; there is something deeper to the pies and the damn-fine coffee. Much of Twin Peaks’ intrigue lends itself to the mystique of these settings and the surreal, provocative vibes they present.