This week on Noise Report, Matt and Brian tackle one of the most celebrated metal releases of the 2000s: Baroness’s 2009 sophomore achievement, Blue Record. After bursting out of Savannah, Georgia, with the raw power of the Red Album, Baroness returned to deliver a 44-minute suite of intricate, twin-guitar-heavy rock.

We break down what makes this album an undeniable masterpiece—from John Dyer Baizley’s iconic artwork to its folk-infused dual-lead solos to its seamless transitions and historical lyrics. Plus, we share modern and classic band recommendations for fans of this essential record.

Featured Tracks:

• FIREBREATHER - "The Blood That I Spill Turns to Fire"
• This Brutal World - "The Battle "

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GO! On this episode, Chris Hemmah joins Matt and Brian to discuss influential Swedish death metal band At the Gates and their powerhouse album Slaughter of the Soul.

Chris talks ATG concert memories while the guys explore the band’s lofty goals for this album, their influence on 2000s metal, and Tomas Lindberg’s final vocal performance on last year’s The Ghost of a Future Dead.

Need more death metal recommendations? We gotcha covered. Stick around for heavy hitters both old and new.

Featured Tracks:

• Mother of Graves - "Through the Pale Shade"
• Firebreather - "El Cuervo"

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Heavy. Dark. Sexy?!?

Type O Negative blended lots of sounds and themes throughout their influential career. Brian and Matt discuss The Drab Four's twists and turns - from thrash metal to Playgirl cover shoots - and why 1996's October Rust cemented their goth metal legacy.

Featured Tracks:

• STONEBIRDS - "Sea of Sorrow" and "So Far Away"

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