IoMP 67: 6 Modern Death Metal Albums You NEED to Hear
In this episode of the Influencers of Metal Podcast, Collin and Tom unleash six essential modern death metal albums that prove the genre is more alive, evolved, and punishing than ever. From Frozen Soul’s icy old-school riffs, to Crypta’s ferocious all-female firepower, to Dormant Ordeal’s precision drumming from hell, and even the surprise return of Dethklok, this episode is a love letter to the modern scene — with chaos, jokes, and unfiltered passion along the way.
If you're curious about getting into death metal but don't know where to start — or just want to see what all the screaming is about — this is the episode for you.
Listen now and discover your next favorite death metal band.
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