Mainstream Metal is F*cking Dead

December 27, 2019

As we close out the decade, Decibel has an infernal correspondence on the demise of relevant major-label metal

Interview: Acacia Strain Vocalist Vincent Bennett Discusses New Album ‘It Comes in Waves’

December 26, 2019

The Acacia Strain frontman Vincent Bennett talks new album It Comes in Waves, touring with diverse bands, the role of gods on humans and the band’s next record, coming soon.

Track Premiere: Worm – “Putrefying Swamp Mists at Dusk”

December 24, 2019

Floridian swampdwellers Worm will get you in the holiday spirit with this moldy and dank death/doom banger from their forthcoming sophomore album, Gloomlord.

Decibel Meter: Krampus’ Picks

December 23, 2019

Yuletide is upon us! And fye has some Krampus-approved picks to add some headbanging to the holidays.

Low Culture: Neill Jameson’s Top 10 Albums of the Decade

December 23, 2019

Everyone’s doing it, so why can’t he? Check out our longtime columnist and Krieg frontman’s 10 best from the past 10 years.

Behemoth – “Demigod”

December 21, 2019

The making of the be-all and end-all of Polish death metal.

Madball – “Set It Off”

December 21, 2019

Madball demonstrate their metal-infused NYHC style on the classic Set It Off and enter the Decibel Hall of Fame

Job Posting: Decibel Sales & Marketing Manager (Decibel events)

December 20, 2019

We’re hiring a Sales & Marketing Manager for Decibel events. Send cover letter and resume to [email protected]

10 Great Albums for Winter

December 20, 2019

The cold, grim, dark months are upon us. Prepare for your hibernation with 10 excellent albums filled with riffs, sythns and screams.

For Those About to Squak: Waldo’s Pecks of the Year!

December 20, 2019

You didn’t really think we’d close out 2019 without the top pecks of the year from our resident birdbrain, did you?