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New Underground Metal: Unsigned & Unleashed

Over this last year I’ve made a lot of changes here at The Versatile Virgo. But something that will never change is my love for new underground metal music, and my belief that it’s extremely important to support the underground (as well as musicians as a whole). Since changing my new music series from weekly to monthly, I’ve put a major focus on including unsigned and underground bands there too. But Unsigned & Unleashed is still one of my favorite...

Nordic Hamster: 5 Songs That Made Me A Metalhead

Central Florida’s Nordic Hamster quickly caught my attention with their debut, self-titled EP. On this mid October release, the band explores a variety of different genres, flowing seamlessly between them. It’s almost like a trip through the musical universe. Nordic Hamster takes the listener on a headbanging journey filled with hooks, melodies, and soaring guitar solos. You’ll hear everything from progressive metal, to djent, deathcore, and so much more, so there’s something in here for heavy music fans of all...

Unsigned & Unleashed with Blind Hex

New Music From Blind Hex & More! [U&U]

So far, 2021 has been a great year for independent metal music. We have heard new music from a range of different subgenres all across the globe, and this edition of Unsigned & Unleashed is no different. We’ll be headbanging to neo symphonic metal from Blind Hex, as well as some thrash from Mani_ac, and more. Don’t forget to cast your vote for your favorite song that was featured in this edition of U&U! The song with the most votes...

Underground Metal Music Playlist

Underground Metal Music [Playlist]

One could argue that there’s a lot of good and bad things about the way music distribution has evolved over the years. But the biggest game changer to me is that we now have more access than ever to underground music. And with the way technology has developed over the years, small independent bands are able to create, distribute, and market like never before. We headbangers LOVE to tell people about bands they should be listening to. It’s even better,...