The Heavy Blog

Tips, guides, and insights for heavy metal collectors and sellers.

Review
Jungle Rot - Cruel Face of War

Jungle Rot – Cruel Face of War (2026)

Kenosha's death metal institution returns with another skull-crushing record on Unique Leader. True to form and essential for longtime fans of the band.

May 12, 2026
★★★★ 4.5 / 5
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Review
Venom - Into Oblivion

Venom – Into Oblivion (2026)

The legends return with their 16th studio album — eight years in the making. Heavy, evil, and built to last. Essential for any Venom fan.

May 6, 2026
★★★★ 4.5 / 5
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Review
Six Feet Under - Next to Die

Six Feet Under – Next to Die (2026)

Chris Barnes and crew return with Jack Owen (ex-Cannibal Corpse, ex-Deicide) on guitar. Does the lineup deliver? Mostly, no — but two tracks remind you what SFU is capable of.

May 2, 2026
★★★★ 2.5 / 5
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Review
Metal Church - Dead to Rights

Metal Church – Dead to Rights (2026)

The Washington metal legends return with a new lineup featuring David Ellefson and Brian Allen. Does it deliver? We dig in.

April 23, 2026
★★★★ 4 / 5
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Guide

How to Sell Your Heavy Metal Collection

Thinking about selling your vinyl, CDs, or cassettes? Here's everything you need to know to get the best value for your collection.

April 20, 2026
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Collecting

What Makes a Heavy Metal Record Valuable?

Not all heavy metal records are created equal. Learn what factors drive up the value of vinyl and what collectors are actually hunting for.

April 20, 2026
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Tips

How to Properly Store Your Vinyl Collection

Poor storage is the number one killer of record value. Here's how to protect your collection and keep it in top condition.

April 20, 2026
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