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Hell Hath No Fury Like a Hellsinger
A rhythm fueled descent into metal, mayhem and one final boss who absolutely humbled me.
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August 2026
Beartooth’s Road to Damascus: Finding Freedom on Pure Ecstasy
Caleb Shomo confronts faith, shame and identity on Beartooth’s most revealing record yet.
Aug 31
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Press X to Access: What Heavy Music Can Learn From Gaming
Why accessibility should be built into the experience, whether you’re fighting a boss or standing at the barrier.
Aug 22
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NEW GAME+: When Video Games Started Influencing Heavy Music
From Halo deathcore and Skyrim black metal to DOOM, Death Stranding and Sonic boss fights - gaming didn’t just introduce us to heavy music. Eventually…
Aug 20
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INSERT DISC: What Did We Lose When Music and Gaming Went Digital?
From listening booths and demo consoles to algorithms and downloads - I don’t just miss the physical media. I miss how we found things together.
Aug 19
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PRESS PLAY: The Games That Built My Playlists
From game menus to Tony Hawk and Forza - how gaming shaped what I listen to, and why I still want more metal.
Aug 18
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Achievement unlocked: Create your character
The player behind Riff & Respawn
Aug 17
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Riff & Respawn: Press start
Talking games with the people making heavy music.
Aug 16
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