Nightwish – ImaginaerumA return to form for the Finnish symphonic power metallers. »

Ashes of December – Dying Is For FoolsParty-inducing hardcore from Brisbane that's a step above the rest. »

Korn – The Path of TotalityA hybrid album marked with great highs and disappointing lows. »

My Dying Bride – The Barghest O’ WhitbyHaving celebrated their longevity with the orchestral project that was “Evinta” earlier this year it »

Paradigm – Mind Is Key"...brutally heavy and astoundingly technical, yet sophisticated, mature and ambitious." »

Randomorder – The Forbidden KnowledgeA Tasmanian band that sure know how to thrash. »

Katabasis – KatabasisSuperb lengthy, atmospheric metal out of NSW. »