The major market indexes were on pace to decline for a second straight day, trading mildly lower early Friday. The S&P 500 and Dow Jones industrial average fell 0.2% apiece. The tech-heavy Nasdaq also edged 0.2% lower.
XAutoplay: On | OffAmong the Dow Jones industrial components, Walt Disney (DIS) advanced more than 2% early Friday. The company posted poor profit and revenue results late Thursday, but announced the launch of a brand new "Star Wars" trilogy, while saying its Disney-only streaming platform would be priced "substantially below" Netflix (NFLX). The stock is attempting to get back above its 200-day line, but appears to be having some trouble.
Meanwhile, shares of FANG stock Netflix traded about 1.5% lower, and remain in buy range from a 190.05 cup-with-handle entry. The stock is testing its 50-day line.
On the downside, McDonald's (MCD) was on pace to fall for a third consecutive day, dropping nearly 2%. Shares are back in buy range from a 160.08 flat-base buy point.
Among companies reporting earnings in the stock market today, leading chip stock and IBD 50 member Nvidia (NVDA) posted better-than-expected earnings and sales results late Thursday. Shares jumped 4% to a new high. The stock recently reached the 20%-25% profit-taking range.
Retailers J.C. Penney (JCP) and Nordstrom (JWN) were mixed after positive earnings results. J.C. Penney easily topped Q3 estimates, sparking a 17% advance in shares for the troubled retailer. The stock is still about 70% off its 52-week high.
In the meantime, Nordstrom beat top- and bottom-line estimates in a report after Thursday's close, but same-stores sales were worse than the Street's targets. Shares fell over 1%, and remain well-below their 50- and 200- day lines.
Within the IBD 50, chip-gear supplier Ichor Holdings (ICHR) fell over 1% after reporting light Q3 revenues. Shares are approaching their 50-day line, about 16% above a 25.41 entry.
Elsewhere among the leading growth stocks, Alibaba (BABA) moved up 0.4% to rise towards the top of its 5% buy range from a 177.10 ascending-base pattern entry.
On the downside, Trade Desk (TTD) plunged 12% after reporting light sales guidance in the current quarter. The digital ad placement firm fell further under its 50-day line, triggering the 7%-8% sell signal from a 57.97 buy point.


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Scotland Yard in bid to stop 'very serious allegations' about Sir Paul Stephenson and Lord Blair being aired at Leveson Inquiry
The unspecified claims appear in Peter Tickner's witness statement
Met says allegations are 'unproven' and an attempt to 'settle old scores'
Evidence may be postponed while claims are investigated
By Leon Watson
The Metropolitan Police has tried to stop 'very serious' allegations about two of its former chiefs being aired at the Leveson Inquiry tomorrow.
The claims about ex-commissioners Sir Paul Stephenson and Lord Blair are made by the force's former director of internal audit Peter Tickner.
But Scotland Yard today accused him of trying to 'settle old scores' by airing 'unproven' allegations in a written statement at the public hearing.
Allegations: Former Met commissioner Lord Blair (left) and Sir Paul Stephenson giving evidence at the Leveson Inquiry about media ethics on March 7
It is unclear exactly what Mr Tickner will claim and his evidence may be postponed after the objection from the Met's lawyers.
Lord Justice Leveson today said the Mayor's Office for Policing and Crime - Scotland Yard's new governing body - could be asked to investigate Mr Tickner's claims further.
Neil Garnham QC, for the Met, told the inquiry that if the allegations are heard they will receive 'significant publicity'.
Former NotW chief reporter Neville Thurlbeck arrested on suspicion of intimidating a witness Andy Coulson sent Christmas hamper to Scotland Yard press office, Leveson Inquiry hears
He said: 'The allegations being made against people like Lord Blair, Sir Paul Stephenson and others are very serious.'
'They come, to use the popular expression, from leftfield. They have not been prefaced or anticipated before.'
He added: 'Given the nature of these allegations, they are certain to receive significant publicity... The allegations being made are unproven and unsupported by independent evidence.
Sir Ian Blair, now Lord Blair, and his then deputy Paul Stephenson, now Sir Paul, pictured arriving at a Met Police Authority meeting in 2006
'They have, we would say, the flavour of attempts to use the inquiry as a vehicle to settle old scores, and those criticised have had no chance to deal with the issues when they gave evidence.
'These previous witnesses face being traduced in the press without any possibility of effective redress or rebuttal.'
Lord Justice Leveson proposed that the MOPC, which replaced the Metropolitan Police Authority in January, could look into Mr Tickner's allegations.
He said: 'It may be that equally the authority or its successor body ought to be considering that which its former employee (Mr Tickner) has said, to find out whether there is material which I ought to know about that would either utterly undermine that which he's said, in which case I may take a view about whether it should be called, or alternatively a different line is taken, in which case I have to make all sorts of arrangements to make sure that I have been fair to everybody concerned.'
Mr Tickner could not immediately be contacted for comment.
Leveson inquiry set to hear 'serious allegations' about former commissioners Sir Paul Stephenson and Lord Blair


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The big man's birthday is coming up. Shaquille O'Neal turns 43 this year so, whatever number you know him by—Good ole number 32… or 33… or 34… or 36… or 32 a couple more times—mentally send some Happy Birthday vibes his way.
But, before you do that, take a look back at this list of Shaq's best and most entertaining plays and moments (on and off the court), his biggest backboard-breaking dunks, and the most stanchion-shaking slams he ever threw down. Enjoy!
Breaking the backboard during his rookie year.
In a particularly memorable play, Shaq leaps to grab the rebound from a missed floater by a teammate. In the same jump, he redirects the ball and slams it down, damaging the hydraulic supports in the stanchion and causing the goal to slowly collapse.
His famous dance-off with LeBron James and Dwight Howard.
It isn't a basketball play, but in this clip, Shaq shows us that he never misses an opportunity to show a crowd his moves.
Breaking the backboard every other time.
After his rookie year, Shaq went on to claim the lives of many other backboards. Enjoy this compilation of his most devastating slams that broke the board.
His best moments according to the NBA.
After a player retires or has an incredible season, the editors employed by the NBA will often make a top 10 video of that player's greatest moments. I'd rather not try to out-do them, but share their hard work with you instead.
Though he's retired from basketball, fans can still see Shaq—the entertainer that he is—as a basketball analyst for TNT, as the host of a TruTV television show, and the namesake and commentator for the Shaqtin' a Fool segment. Oh, and like a thousand television commercials. Keep making bank, big guy, and Happy Birthday!


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The 2015 Palm Desert Century (PDC) rolled as scheduled on Sat, Nov 14th, '54. Beautiful blue skies & light winds, helped make the 5th Annual PDC even more memorable. This "Round up" email showcases some event highlights.
FIRST OFF, THANK YOU for participating! We send our Congratulations to all riders, regardless of distance, or time, ridden. Cycling in the desert can be a harsh & unforgiving--especially for new desert riders! Shadow Tour is proud of every rider for keeping it together, staying safe, riding your plan, following the Rider Instructions, and achieving your personal goals.
A very special Thank You to the Palm Desert High School PTA Foundation (PDHS). PDHS Student & Adult Volunteers constituted the entire Volunteer base, from Start to Finish! We thank them for their enthusiastic contributions during their long day supporting every rider. Especially noteworthy were organizational and on-site efforts of Monique Dempsey, from the PDHS PTA Foundation. This an important PDHS fund-raising drive, which benefits all classes & numerous school programs & scholarships. Your generous Donations to their fund-raising efforts are very much appreciated.
2. Full Century Finishers: If you registered for the FULL CENTURY, or FULL CENTURY W/TT, and you completed the 100, or 130 mile course, but your name is missing from the list, please send Jim an email with "100" (Full Century) or "130" (Super Century) and your Name & Bib # in the Subject Line. The Full Century Finishers List will be updated through Sat, Nov 28, '15, then will be locked in. Note: SHORT COURSE riders are not eligible.
3. Preliminary Time Trial Results: CEP Timing & Owner Jason Kornetsky, did another fabulous job capturing accurate results for TT Riders. Congrat's to all who opted-in for the 14.65 mile Solo TT through Box Canyon to Chiriacco Summit. Preliminary Results are posted on the CEP Timing website and show Men's Champion Kevin Baxter, Simi Valley, CA, successfully defended his 2014 Title, and Women's Champion Alexandra Napier, Mountain Center, CA, and veteran podium finisher, ripped up the TT course. In the Men's Field, Champ Kevin Baxter, posted a blazing fast 48:44 solo effort, followed by a close chase among Mark Gibson, Irvine, CA, (50:47), Thomas Nelson, Carlsbad, CA (51:03), and Wesley Hale, Trabuco Cyn, CA (51:04). John Newton, Kennett Square, PA raced to 5th in 51:36. In the Women's field, Alexandra Napier, Mountain Center, CA posted an outstanding result of 54:39, ascending to the Champion position after several past podium appearances. Stephanie Tischler, San Diego, CA, crossed next (57:55), holding off 2-time Champ Sally Majiidian, in 3rd place, from Palm Desert, CA (58:00) and improving upon her 2014 5th place finish. 4th Place went to Aurore Lariven, Chula Vista, CA (59:24). Barbara Frank, Hermosa Beach, CA rounded out the top 5 Women (59:54).
To resolve any timing issues, email CEP Timing prior to Noon on Wed, Nov 25, '15. After Nov 25, results are OFFICIAL & FINAL.
4. Last Chance Jerseys: There's a new process in place that allows riders to order 2014 Palm Desert Jerseys directly from Voler (the manufacturer).
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5. Last Chance "Tec" T-shirts: Many riders were amazed by the soft-as-butter "Tec" Hanes Cool Dri T-shirts! These T's can easily be worn as a base layer year-round. Only a few remain in stock, see below, or visit the Store, 1st Come, 1st Served. Price is $25/T-shirt, plus shipping. No more T-shirts will be produced for 2015. See item 4 b. (2) above to complete CC Authorization.
6. Last Chance "PDHS" Donations: Palm Desert H.S. Student Volunteers gave up a big part of their weekend on Fri & Sat preparing & supporting your cycling adventure. Here's our chance to return the favor! If you were satisfied with the Vol's efforts all along the route, please Donate to support their school programs. So far, only a few (kudos to the few) of 500 riders have made online Donations, raising about $115, along with about $300 donated on Sat. Let's turn this around! Please click through & Donate today.
The event goal of $5,000 has not yet been reached (total online + event donations are currently about $500). Just think back to your ride, how nice it was to roll into a Rest Stop and have everything you needed ready. Remember the rousing "Welcome Home" from Vol's at the Finish Line bringing you in with Cheers, Cowbells, and Medals! Surely many recall that ice cold cup of water at the Finish Line right after you completed your ride. That was all PDHS Student Volunteers making it happen.
We all routinely tip restaurant servers, even for average service. For most riders, a 15% tip would be about $10-15. Here's your last chance to express your gratitude to the Student Vol's who provided truly OUTSTANDING service with Genuine Care & Smiles. Please click here to Donate. Do what you can to help. Building Goodwill in Coachella Valley benefits all of us!
7. SCS Photoworks Photos: Scott Stolarz and his crew are busy matching thousands of rider photos and Bib #'s. Here's the link to the SCS Photoworks PDC page. Rider photos are posted now. Emails will also notify riders when photos are ready. You can search for your photo by Bib # or name. There's also a Missing Bib # section. Wind gusts caused some helmet numbers to come off. Be sure to browse the Missing Bib # section to locate more images.
8. Flash Gallery: You may visit the 2015 Palm Desert Century Gallery. More photos will be added by Nov 30th. All photos are courtesy of Scott Christian Stolarz Photoworks. All photos are Copyright protected.
9. Feedback: We always welcome your constructive comments. Please email your comments & suggestions to Shadow Tour by visiting the contact page. We're particularly interested in hearing what worked well for you out on the course and what can be improved. We also encourage input to update the Rider Levels section to improve advice for next year's riders.
We're most grateful for your support!
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Welcome to the 12th Annual Stagecoach Century! Kick off your New Year at America's Wild West cycling stampede! Just 80 miles east of sunny San Diego, CA. Enjoy undisturbed natural scenery, legendary Volunteer support, just 2 lonely stop signs, and low vehicular traffic. The out-n-back route maximizes rider's distance options. Mid-January is an ideal season for pristine desert cycling. Usually cool/cold starts, with warm/sunny finishes. Temperature, Wind, and Low Humidity can make this "Average" difficulty ride much more challenging! Fear & Respect have always ridden side-by-side at Stagecoach. Ride 26-112 miles. Options include Solo, Tandem, and Team Chip-timed Time Trials. Trophies for Champions in the Men & Women Overall Solo & Team Time Trial. Riders may ride the Optional 112-Mile extended route, subject to time cut-offs. At STAGECOACH, it's all about PRIDE. With great Challenge, comes great Reward. Make the 12th Stagecoach YOUR YEAR to SADDLE UP!
The 6th Annual Palm Desert Century is ideally situated in the Fall cycling calendar. You're invited to enjoy this recreational road bicycle event in the low-to-mid elevation deserts of Coachella Valley. The ride has it's Start/Finish in the ultra-cool destination city of Palm Desert, CA. The course is out-n-back, allowing individual riders to select comfortable distances from 20 to 100 miles. There are unique options too. Full Course riders may participate in the Optional Chip-timed 15-mile gentle 1% grade uphill "Chiriaco Summit Solo Time Trial" from Mecca, 180 ft below Sea Level, to Chiriaco Summit, 1,200 ft el. There's also a "Super Century" Option that stretches the course to 130 miles by riding the Chiriaco Summit segment twice, subject to time cut-offs. There's also a Club Participation Competition, offering cash prizes to Clubs with the most riders. Mild Fall temps, mostly low traffic roads, and striking desert scenery flanked by the soaring San Jacinto Mts make this yet another marquee "Safe, Scenic and Sensational century ride on roads less traveled" Shadow Tour century experience. Roll with us & Ride the Dream!
Pearl Izumi: Pearl Izumi is a proud Exhibitor at the Stagecoach and Palm Desert Century rides. Get fantastic factory discounts & close-out pricing on Pearl Izumi apparel & accessories. Visit the Del Mar Heights store for fantastic discounts & close-outs as well as current year inventory. Cya there!
Vitalyte: Vitalyte is pleased to continue Sponsorship of all Shadow Tour events. Ice cold Vitalyte is at every Rest Stop to keep you hydrated & feeling great!
Nite Rider: Nite Rider has joined Shadow Tour as a Series Sponsor! Please friend us on Facebook and learn more about our complete line of Technical Lighting products.
Palm Desert Century: Homewood Suites by Hilton Palm Desert. Homewood Suites announced it's return as Host Hotel for 2016. Visit Palm Desert Century web pages for special rates & details.
Stagecoach Century: Host Hotel for 2016: Hampton Inn San Diego Downtown is proud to be the Official Host Hotel for the 2016 Stagecoach Century. Visit Stagecoach Century for special rates & details.
SCS Photoworks; Official Shadow Tour Photographer. Scott Stolarz & crew specialize in capturing action rider photos all along the course. Bring on your smiles!
Sponsorship Opportunities! Contact Jim Knight about Sponsorship, Exposure, or Exhibitor information at all Shadow Tour events.
It's easy to spread the word! Just click on the "Forward to a Friend" icon below. You're invited to Friend the Shadow Tour Facebook page too.
A final Thanks & Congrat's to all Palm Desert Century riders. You should be justifiably proud of your achievement. It's also time to Stake your Claim for Stagecoach and score a special Palm Desert Century rider discount.
Stagecoach is a worthy Century goal, adding purpose & focus to your cycling training programs. Stagecoach is open for registration now.
Please continue riding safely and be especially attentive to all vehicular traffic. Road Rage is at an all-time high. Impatient drivers look for any excuse to behave foolishly around cyclists. We urge you to use a rear view clip-on mirror for enhanced road awareness. As always, keep way to the right of the white line, ride 100% defensively. No single finger salutes, or any other form of push-back! Use front & rear flashing lights at all times (Nite Rider makes many excellent models!) to be seen day & night. Always stay alert & expect the unexpected!
Early movers are rewarded at Shadow Tour events! We're pleased to offer Palm Desert Century participants a special 20% discount through Nov 30, '15. Register Today for the 2016 STAGECOACH CENTURY on Sat, Jan 16, '16 in Ocotillo, CA. Sign up Today & Save!
Enter promocode PALM20 when you register Online. It's the very last step, so be careful not to miss it. The promocode is also valid for Mail-in Registrations. Discount is valid only for Entry Categories. It may not be combined with other offers, and is not retroactive.


Looks like Google is doing a little spring cleaning and the latest on flop service to be swept under the rug is Google Video.
The Mountain View-based search behemoth announced via e-mail on Friday that it will be switching off its much forgotten video service on April 29. Users have until May 13 to download their videos before they are removed permanently.
The e-mail quickly cuts to the chase and suggests that people use Google's slightly more popular video service: YouTube.
"We encourage you to move to your content to YouTube if you haven't done so already," a Google representative said in the e-mail. "YouTube offers many video hosting options including the ability to share your videos privately or in an unlisted manner."
Google Video lived a tough existence. It debuted in early 2005 as a video search engine, but quickly found itself overshadowed by an independent YouTube in 2006. To make things worse, Google bought YouTube for $1.65 billion in a stock transaction a few months later.
Can't say we didn't see this one coming, Google appeared to be calling it quits with the service in 2009 when it stopped allowing users to upload videos.


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What I'm Hearing: Bob Nightengale on how the rest of the season will look for the Cardinals
The St. Louis Cardinals believed all winter, and reinforced this spring, they had the talent and character to win the World Series this year.
Now, they have no idea when they will play another game.
The Cardinals will have gone at least 12 days without playing a game after their three-game series beginning Friday night against the Chicago Cubs was officially postponed with two more players and a staff member testing positive for COVID-19.
The outbreak, believed to start with a person who was employed by a Cardinals player, has left nine players and seven staff members infected with the virus, leaving their team in disarray.
"I don't know what our future looks like at this point,'' Cardinals president John Mozeliak said. "For all of the optimism we had a couple days ago, it's frustrating for everyone involved. …
"I haven't slept in days.''
They have played only five games this season, and not a single inning since July 29, and are now faced with the daunting task of playing 55 games in 49 days just to complete their 2020 season.
It will be the first time in 45 years, according to ESPN STATS, that a team will have played that many games in such a short span since the Minnesota Twins in 1975, who went 20-35 in that stretch.
Is it possible for the Cardinals to still play a 60-game season?
"Mathematically,'' Mozeliak said, "it would be challenging.''
Forget trying to realistically compete for another World Series title.
How about just praying they can get back on the field to even play games?
"'Nobody said it was going to be fair,'' Cardinals manager Mike Shildt said this week. "Nobody said it was going to be easy. No one's going to feel sorry for us. …
"Fair is relative. The fact of the matter is that a lot of what's going on isn't fair in our game, in our society. It's definitely not what we're used to.''
It's like having three All-Star breaks at once while everyone else has been playing.
The Cardinals already went through spring training and summer camp, and with this layoff, they might have to call it a fall sleepover.
The Cardinals are facing at least six doubleheaders on the schedule while missing at least four of their pitchers.
Hall of Fame pitcher Bob Gibson might be 84 years old, but the boys could sure use you, with 64-year-old shortstop Ozzie Smith already telling the Cardinals that he has a few innings left in him.
Hey, desperate times call for desperate measures.
This a team that just lost their future Hall of Fame catcher Yadier Molina, All-Star shortstop Paul DeJong, starting pitcher Carlos Martinez, three relievers, their backup shortstop and their top right-handed pinch-hitter.
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Paul DeJong is one of nine Cardinals players to test positive for the coronavirus. (Photo: Jon Durr, USA TODAY Sports)
The Cardinals, after being marooned in Milwaukee for a week when they couldn't leave their hotel rooms, believed they were in the clear when they had two consecutive days of negative tests. They returned home to St. Louis, staged workouts Wednesday and Thursday at Busch Stadium, and were pumped up to play the Cubs on Friday night, only to learn the virus never went away.
The Cardinals returned to self-isolation, with the entire team quarantined, but who knows who else might test positive this weekend.
"We're trying to do the very best to control something we can't see,'' Mozeliak said. ""It's an invisible virus. I think the one thing we are all understanding is that we don't know much about it. …
"We don't know where its headed. There's so much more uncertainty around this. You're asking what tomorrow looks like. We don't know. Nobody does.''
The Cardinals had just been informed of the makeup dates for their three doubleheaders with the Milwaukee Brewers (Sept. 14, 16 and 25) and two with the Detroit Tigers (Aug. 13 and Sept. 10) this week with now three more now being placed on the calendar.
So, they have eight scheduled doubleheaders in the next seven weeks after playing only five games in the first 19 days of this season.
"The more we play baseball,'' Shildt says, "the better. That's what we're here for.
"Fact of the matter is, guys need to get on the field and play.''
The cold reality is that they have no choice, and when they do finally play, the schedule won't even be close to being equitable in their quest to land a playoff berth.
"I do think that is a concern,'' Cubs GM Jed Hoyer recently said. "You sort of assume we don't play the same schedule, but roughly the same schedule and this is a competitive business. We're all looking to make the playoffs and looking to win a championship, and you want people to be competing in the same way.''
It just can't happen.
Not even close.
The Cardinals will consider it a victory just to be able to step on the field again.
"Emotionally,'' Mozeliak said, "we're pulling on a lot of different cords here. Obviously, a lot of frustration, a lot of disappointment.
"We would really like to get back to playing baseball.''
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Can Siri Shortcuts Direct Music Output Via Airplay?
Just got a HomePod! I made a shortcut to play a specific song and added to Siri Shortcuts on iPhone and iPad. But regardless of where I initiate the shortcut, I'd like it to play on the HomePod.
Can't find any such Action.
I don't think there is a command to set which AirPlay device is active. Until they add that command, there's no much you can do.
But if you want to play something over your HomePod, it should be automatic. Just use "Hey Siri" and ask your HomePod. Make sure that Hey Siri is turned on in your HomePod settings and then HomePod gets the priority for "Hey Siri" commands. Then if you ask it to play a song it should work on your HomePod even with your other devices in the room.
In addition, you should be able to trigger a Shortcut on your HomePod using Hey Siri too. I haven't played with this yet, but I would assume any Shortcut that then played music would do it over the HomePod.


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Q: I have viewcontrollers in a scrollview, but how do I start on a certain page? I have a scroll view with 3 viewcontrollers which scrolls horizontally, one of the viewcontrollers has 3 more viewcontrollers which scroll vertically. The only way to access these viewcontrollers is by logging in. On the vertical scrollview I want the middle page to be the starting page, then the user has the option to scroll up or down. Right now the vertical scrollview starts with the first page, but I want it to start with middle page (second page).
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A: The scrollview has a contentoffset which you can set the y position of. Detect the the y position of the middle view and set the scrollviews contentOffSet to it
If memory serves you'll have to animate (or not) the change to the contentOffset in viewWillAppear

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Q: Composition of polynomial functions which gives the identity Let $f_1,\ldots,f_n, g_1,\ldots, g_n$ be polynomials in $\mathbb{Q}[X_1,\ldots,X_n]$ such that  if $g=(g_1,\ldots,g_n)$ then $f_i(g(x_1,\ldots,x_n))=x_i$ for all $i=1,\ldots,n$. Does it follow that $f$ and $g$ have degree 1?

A: For instance, triangular polynomial automorphisms, that is, polynomial maps of the form $$f_i(x_1,\dots x_n)=a_i x_i + \varphi_i(x_{i+1},\dots,x_n)\, ,$$
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It was "very dishonest" of him to say that as he stumbled away. There was no evidence of Trump hurrying out of the interview, at least not on the recording provided to NBC by Trump spokeswoman Taylor Budowich.
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Home Rankings2014 Rankings	Metalholic's 50 Best Hard Rock and Metal Albums of 2014
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Metalholic's 50 Best Hard Rock and Metal Albums of 2014
written by Featured Correspondent December 28, 2014
50 Best Hard Rock and Metal Albums of 2014
Creating the Top 50 list is always the most difficult task the staff must complete each year, and 2014's wealth of fantastic metal has made it much more difficult than usual. In our effort to span all aspects of hard rock and metal, some of our favorite albums by the likes of Obituary, Crowbar, Krokodil, Marty Friedman, Unearth, Blut Aus Nord, Laugh at the Fakes, Corrosion of Conformity, Panoptican, and Midnight got pushed out of the Top 50. If we went to 60 they would all be in there.
This is the first time in five years we have also included the voice of the readers and fans who have voted over the course of two polls in November and December. Those results have been combined with staff input to create this year's Top 50 list; arguably our most eclectic to date. As with previous years, this list does not include EPs, greatest hits, or live albums: This is only full-length studio albums.
We love to hear your feedback, and your thoughts on the list–the hits and misses–and who might have been overlooked. As much metal as we cover each year, there are always albums that we simply never get to.
Honorable Mention: Babymetal – Babymetal
It is hard to imagine another band that has so polarized the metal community as Babymetal did in 2014. The extreme metal/Jpop mash-up quickly became equally loved and despised around the world, with few standing in the middle. The metal die-hards quickly dismissed the band as a gimmick, immediately overlooking the decidedly excellent talents behind the three tween vocalists who front the band. The album is packed with tight performances and dense, catchy atmospheric compositions. In all of our polls this year, Babymetal supporters voted in droves and their voices cannot be disregarded. Love 'em or hate 'em, any band that can spark such intense passion among metal fans is doing something right, so for that we acknowledge their impact in 2014. –Rustyn Rose (RR)
50. Anti-Mortem – New Southern (Nuclear Blast)
While we loved the new Hellyeah, Texas Hippie Coalition and Blackstone Cherry records, Oklahoma upstarts Anti-Mortem cut the deepest Southern groove in 2014 with New Southern. The quintet's debut album put us in a state of Pantera longing while exciting us with their unpretentious cool, and laid-back attitude. -RR
49. Bloodbath – Grand Morbid Funeral (Peaceville)
Sweden's Bloodbath returned with another chunk of evil sonic blasphemy. Grand Morbid Funeral is the band's newest and supposedly final studio effort. It marks the debut of vocalist Nick Holmes who delivers in disturbingly vile form; a perfect fit for this delightful album of old school death metal doomery. Decidedly dark, atmospheric and full of decay, Bloodbath delivers the death in morbid spades. -RR
48. Avatar – Hail the Apocalypse (eOne Music)
Sweden's Avatar broke new ground with its 2012 release, Black Waltz, captivating fans with its twisted and raucous spin. The carnival continues on Hail the Apocalypse as the band has found its' demented groove. Formerly a melodic death metal act, Avatar now embraces a multifaceted metal approach and has gone all in with its new signature sound. Equally eclectic and exciting, it is hard not to enjoy both the aural and visual spectacle of Avatar: Send in the clowns–these deviant madmen of metal! -RR
47. White Empress – Rise of the Empress (Peaceville)
When Paul Allender left Cradle of Filth to focus on his new project, White Empress, it was intriguing news. When he added the likes of Mary Zimmer (Luna Mortis), Chela Rhea Harper (Coal Chamber) and Will Grainey (Damnation Angels) to the mix, greatness was expected…and ultimately delivered. Rise of the Empress successfully blends various shades of extreme metal with rich orchestral overtones, dark brutality, cogent melodies and stunning vocal acrobatics from Zimmer. If you missed this record, you are missing out! -RR
46. Cannibal Corpse – A Skeletal Domain (Metal Blade)
It is difficult to make a list of your favorite top metal albums for the year and keep Cannibal Corpse out of it. Especially, when they bludgeon your cochlea with their unrelenting death metal assault as they do on A Skeletal Domain. Not deviating much from their usual sound, yet incorporating subtle differences in terms of technicality, groove and a cleaner production, Cannibal Corpse give us a heady mix of groove and brutality and serrate it with some sharp atonal thrashy solos. They don't disappoint one bit, but then again, have they ever disappointed us in their 16 years of existence? –Rakesh Pothengil (RP)
45. Insomnium – Shadows of the Dying Sun (Century Media)
Another melodic death metal masterpiece of 2014 that takes the sound into a darkened direction filled with luscious soundscapes and harsh, nightmarish screams. This is a record that takes a few listens to get into, but the expedition is worth it once it all comes full circle. Finland's Insomnium show no slowing down, after releasing the Ephemeral EP in 2013 and soon following up with Shadows of the Dying Sun, the band shows great momentum and growth that foreshadows a productive and intriguing career. –Jeffrey Allee (JA)
44. Allegaeon – Elements of the Infinite (Metal Blade)
Denver's Allegaeon are at their best with the release of Elements of the Infinite, putting together concepts of mathematics and science into their songwriting and maintaining an enjoyable listening experience. With the departure of guitarist Ryan Glisan, Greg Burgess took on the full songwriting burden, delivering some of his best work to date. With new drummer Brandon Park and guitarist Michael Stancil, the quintet demonstrates growth while retaining the Allegaeon signature. If you want to hear melodic death metal at its finest, look no further, as Allegaeon hold the crown for the modern age of the sub-genre. -JA
43. Voyager – V (Nightmare Records)
Australia's most stimulating prog-metal outfit tuned up its' fifth studio effort in 2014. The appropriately titled V showcased nearly an hour of catchy and intelligent performances which capture the collective brilliance of Voyager in its element. Heavy and melodic, with bursts of progressive tastiness and sublime guitar work from Simone Dow and Scott Kay that tangos with front man Daniel Estrin's vocal dexterity. In all, V is a sophisticated and energetic album that verges on sensory nirvana. Its only drawback here are the one or two tracks that are not as strong as the rest of the album, and weigh it down just a bit. -RR
42. Agalloch – The Serpent & The Sphere (Profound Lore)
A band revolving around many different sounds throughout their career, Agalloch have become one of the most revered projects around. The Serpent & The Sphere is another fantastic display of their talent, with more ferocity in the vocals and a beautiful accompaniment from Nathanaël Larochette of Musk Ox. Many may say this is not the band's best effort but it still holds solid in the discography on its own very well. -JA
41. Alestorm – Sunset on the Golden Age (Napalm)
As still a relatively young band, Alestorm has been able to mature their sound unbelievably in the past few years. Sunset on the Golden Age is easily their strongest, fullest, and biggest sounding album in their discography. It's so heavy, yet it's catchy and at times hilarious, making it an easy and enjoyable listen that's hard to turn off. If I could make one complaint about the album, it's that it isn't nearly long enough. So I'll raise my pint of rum and take another swig as I listen to it again! Cheers to Alestorm for this fantastic release! –Mattie Jensen (MJ)
40. Cynic – Kindly Bent to Free Us (Season of Mist)
I don't know what they did for six years, but whatever they did payed off big time because this album is just too good to pass up. Pushing the definition of what metal is, Cynic have once again released a quality album which will be very important in the story of progressive metal and metal as a whole. Though it may not be a very accessible album, once it gets a hold of you it is hard to let go; such is the power of the drug that is Kindly Bent To Free Us. -Owais Vitek Nabi (OVN)
39. Misery Index – The Killing Gods (Season of Mist)
Baltimore's brazen brutalists delivered up another scorching affair with their fifth studio album, The Killing Gods. The album is part concept, part chaos, and 100% relentless auditory pulverization. While Mark Kloeppel and Jason Netherton have written arguably their most extreme work to date, it is also their most melodic; in part due to new guitarist Darin Morris who adds a new twist to the band's style. Misery Index continues to push its own boundaries without surrendering heaviness or aggression. -RR
38. Vallenfyre – Splinters (Century Media)
Splinters is the band's newest opus, bringing in over 40 minutes of death/doom that is reminiscent of A Fragile King but is taken a step further with a furious energy and experimentation. Splinters proves to be a grower of an album. With every listen, I can't help but become more enthralled in its composition. Although the inspiration is not centralized around a personal grief, much like their previous work, you can still feel that emotion being expressed in every single second of the album. Vallenfyre may end up being a dark horse up to the end of the year. -JA
37. Beyond Creation – Earthborn Evolution (Season of Mist)
Finally some tech death that doesn't lose its way halfway into the first track. Beyond Creation show consistency in their technicality and intelligent songwriting, showing that they aren't mindless guitar players looking to score a few minutes of fame. Every track contains intense and tight configurations that don't lose the listener but keep them interested enough to keep going. This is especially true within the bass aspect of the band. Holy. Crap. Beyond Creation are helping in setting the bar for the future of the sub-genre. -JA
36. Eyehategod – Eyehategod (Housecore)
While Corrosion of Conformity and Crowbar released some caustically down-tuned and treacherous slabs of stoner-sludginous in 2014, it was the return of Eyehategod that stole the show. Fourteen years hence its last effort, the Nola miscreants delivered a highly anticipated self-titled studio effort which also marked a fitting sonic epitaph for tragically departed drummer Joey Lacaze. The band remains as vital as ever, and the new album captures their raw hunger, and showcases a bold determination to remain the Masters of the genre. -RR
35. Decapitated – Blood Mantra (Nuclear Blast)
Decapitated serves us a lethal and a damn addictive cocktail in the form of Blood Mantra. Many have been complaining about them not being technical enough on this album; but not me. For me, they hit that sweet spot of speed, technicality and groove consistently on this album. Michael Lysejko's unrelenting drum work and Waclaw Kieltyka's thick wall of crunchy distorted riffage pierced by Rafal Piotrowsky's thunderous vocals complete this death metal masterpiece. -RP
Blood Mantra is the heaviest and most mature album of Decapitated's career so far. It is well worth the effort to sit down with it and to fully understand what it has to offer. This is an incredibly important album for Vogg and Decapitated, and I'm just glad he had the courage to try something new rather than resting on his laurels. -OVN
34. Sabaton – Heroes (Nuclear Blast)
Heroes is hands down Sabaton's greatest album yet. From the music, to the production, and especially the context, it's hard to imagine where the band can go from here. Sure, the essence of the album is what was expected and there's nothing here that's brand new and genre-defining. With this release however, they will gain an entire new level of respect in the heavy metal world. This is a band that can make impressive, meaningful music that younger generations can appreciate, all while learning about forgotten heroes and battles. Heroes is a perfect example of a heavy metal history lesson that will reach the ears of thousands that may have never known of these amazing heroic stories. -MJ
33. Sanctuary – The Year the Sun Died (Century Media)
When no two songs sound alike, and all the tracks sound electrifying, refreshing and amazing, you get an excellent album. Take all that and give it a soul, and you get Sanctuary's The Year the Sun Died. That is the definition of this masterpiece. Sanctuary is a group who after over two decades are still raw in their inspiration, and positively gifted with their music. Warrel Dane and Lenny Rutledge prove they still have much to say. One of the best comeback albums of the year. -OVN
32. Fallujah – The Flesh Prevails (Unique Leader)
Fallujah really surprised me with this one. The Flesh Prevails is an atmospheric work of art, flowing in between the spectrums of absolutely beautiful ambient creations to crushing and unworldly undercurrents. This style pours itself like it could be the soundtrack to a cataclysmic event you'd find in a Michael Bay film. The production here is a hit or miss for listeners, with some disregarding the record because of it while others feel that it adds onto the crushing elements that make the album so good. I stand firmly in the latter camp. -JA
31. Exmortus – Slave to the Sword (Prosthetic)
Perhaps less thrash than it is "war metal", these SoCal cranium crushers eschew labels for triturating riffage and sternum-caving rhythms. Still, the relentless and driving fretwork speak of the band's thrash forefathers even as they dabble in death, power and technical elements. A muscular and beastly album that makes one want to choose up arms and charge into battle. -RR
30. Slipknot – .5: The Gray Chapter (Roadrunner)
Slipknot's first album in six years; the first without #1–Joey Jordison and #2–Paul Gray, has already spawned eight singles from its 14 tracks. Dedicated to the memory of Gray, their fallen bass player who lost his life to a drug overdose in 2010; this sonic tribute celebrates his legacy and honors his memory. An unhinged delivery of bombast combined with the cathartic dispersing of grief, create an album equally pummeling, emotive, and vital. -RR
29. Godflesh – A World Lit Only By Fire (Avalanche)
Thirteen years since the release of Hymns in 2001, Godflesh returned with an album that lit the world by fire! Sludgy Industrial Metal full of monstrous riffs, enriched clarity of production, superior composition and Justin Broadrick's distinctive feral grunts conjures a ritualistic conflagration with thick smokes of nihilism. The classic sound of Godflesh is still intact, cementing it's among Top Metal albums of 2014. – Indraneel Mukherjee (IM)
28. Job for a Cowboy – Sun Eater (Metal Blade)
Arizona death metal brutalists, Job For a Cowboy, may have finally put the saddle on the right horse. The new album, Sun Eater is easily the best of the group's four full-length studio efforts, and takes them to the next level. For those who wrote the band off as generic knock offs, you'll want to open those earholes again and get a taste of this record. Easily one of the best death metal albums of the year. -RR
27. Gormathon – Following the Beast (Napalm)
This Napalm Records release is seemingly more explosive than the napalm bomb itself, all thanks to Tony Sunnhag's soaring skull-splitting vocals and simmering guitar works juggling with Power Metal elements. Following The Beast is a magnificent indulgence of Gormathon in Viking Metal and it cogently establishes itself as a perfect melo-death follow-up to its' sublime predecessor Lens of Guardian. The music of Gormathon is highly recommended if you are a fan of bands like Amon Amarth. -IM
26. Ne Obliviscaris – Citadel (Season of Mist)
A band like Melbourne's Ne Obliviscaris could easily come off as a group of stiff, stuffy music snobs, scraping their collective noses on the ceiling as they parade their encyclopedia musicum upon the underground metal elitists; and in truth, the band's 2012 debut toyed with such pretentions. This year, the Australian quartet has delivered a cohesive and diversely eclectic gem of progressive metal bliss with Citadel. The band taps into extreme metal elements and fuses them with bits of jazz and classical, for a stunning mélange of inspired and eloquent (also lengthy) auditory interludes that ingratiate themselves like invasive ear pirates. -RR
25. Riot V – Unleash The Fire (Steamhammer/SPV)
Riot returned in 2014 in the wake of the loss of founder Mark Reale. With his spirit in mind, the band pressed on, and channeling their fallen comrade the quintet created one of the most valiant inspired albums of its storied career. Driven by the songwriting of bassist Don Van Stavern and guitarist Mike Flyntz, along with the powerful vocal prowess of new front man Todd Michael Hall; Unleash the Fire taps into vintage elements of the signature Riot sound. -RR
24. Overkill – White Devil Armory (eOne Music)
The habitually overlooked and underrated, Overkill, dropped its 17th neck-snapping album this year. White Devil Armory is one more pulverizing piece of evidence that this band should be in the Big 4 of American Thrash. Bobby Blitz Ellsworth and company continue to deliver top-notch thrash in their unapologetic, leave-no-skull-uncracked way. No thrash metal band has been more consistent over such a length of time as Jersey's bastard sons. -RR
23. Sister Sin – Black Lotus (Victory Records)
With each passing effort, Sweden's Sister Sin strips away more of its early punk roots and dips deeper into traditional metal waters. Black Lotus is the quartet's strongest and easily its' most memorable and infectious album to date. It is a non-stop sonic eargasm of traditional metal and rock and roll revelry. Vocalist Liv Jagrell shows more command and diversity on Black Lotus, and the songwriting is raucous and addictive. -RR
22. Pallbearer – Foundations of Burden (Profound Lore)
Foundations of Burden is an hour-long journey that doesn't exude the common destructive patterns that most doom bands travel. Pallbearer take up a more spiritually calming approach, instilling the gentler side of doom metal that brings about a refreshing wind. For being quite new to the metal scene, Pallbearer have become a force to be reckoned with. This release is definitely recommended for doomheads as well as the common metalhead. -JA
The 2014 release of Pallbearer in the form of Foundations Of Burden testifies even the supposed to be great can be made greater. The ascension with Sorrow and Extinction (2012) kept the underground metal community yearning for more from the modern melodic-doom metal quartet. Finally the wait was over with Foundations Of Burden; a musically evolved project packed with transcending lead works and even better songwriting. If you have heard their previous work you will certainly notice the improved vocal delivery of Brett Campbell. With Devin Holt, he indulges in the sheer wizardry of crushing riffage spelling impending doom. Even the production here is ameliorated. The pervasive melancholic harmonies and poignant melodies, precise timing of drummer Mark Lierly complementing the instrumentation, Joseph Rowland's sludgy rumbling bass sound contribute immensely to the making of an album which is already being perceived as a modern doom metal classic by many and has even appealed to some music listeners beyond the metal domain. -IM
21. Revocation – Deathless (Metal Blade)
Boston's technical death-thrashers, Revocation follow 2013's less-than-stellar eponymous release, with perhaps the most creatively charged album of its five studio efforts. Deathless finds the band continuing to mine vintage metal elements and melding them with modern twists and turns. There is nothing overwhelmingly new here, it is just done extremely well, making for a blistering and memorable record. -RR
20. YOB – Clearing The Path To Ascend (Neurot)
YOB's seventh full length album is just another nail in the coffin in terms of great releases in the band's discography. Clearing The Path To Ascend is a haunting, brooding expedition that is both crushing and eclipsing in terms of musicianship and emotive response. Crushing riffs and sunken vocals guide the listener through a numbing experience that will leave you questioning existence and self for years to come. -JA
19. A Sound of Thunder – The Lesser Key of Solomon (Mad Neptune)
The Lesser Key of Solomon is an album that bears repeated listens to truly appreciate the depth and dimensions A Sound of Thunder achieves. Every performance delivers without exception, with deft performances and stunning consistency. The enigma of A Sound of Thunder can be found in the band's ability to evolve with each record, staying true to its unique style while aspiring to new heights, or in the case of The Lesser Key of Solomon, dark caverns. This is the band's darkest and most ambitious album to date and the sound defies labeling beyond simply—metal. A Sound of Thunder have created another masterpiece with The Lesser Key of Solomon, so stick that in your sub-genre and smoke it. -RR
18. Epica – The Quantum Enigma (Nuclear Blast)
Epica has long been among the dominant names of the symphonic metal scene, but with The Quantum Enigma, the band has set a new benchmark for itself and perhaps the genre. Easily the band's most complete and cohesive album to date The Quantum Enigma is a refreshing spectacle; equally energetic and poignant. Epica balances heavy bombast with cinematic sophistication. -RR
17. Vader – Tibi Et Igni (Nuclear Blast)
Poland's Vader has never shied away from pushing its own previous borders. With Tibi Et Igni, Piotr Pawel Wiwczarek and the band once again created a dynamic offering of classic Vader-style metal with intriguing new twists that give the record a somewhat epic feel. The band puts on a muscular display of thrashy death with bits of atmospheric symphonic elements. Bottom line, Tibi Et Igni is a sonic bulldozer that will pulverize your marrow, even as you beg for more. -RR
16. Evergrey – Hymns for the Broken (AFM Records)
I can't think of a single moment on this album I don't absolutely love. Hymns for the Broken is a near perfect album that even after weeks of constant play, I cannot get enough of. Perhaps it is indeed perfection, or perhaps it just hit me at the right time in my life, either way I am in love. Easily a current contender for album of the year, it is so full of beautiful melodies and amazing arrangements that any fan of power or progressive metal will absolutely love. This is definitely their most ambitious release yet, and they absolutely nailed it! -MJ
15. Primordial – Where Greater Men Have Fallen (Metal Blade)
Primordial stands true to their name, conjuring up a raw medieval atmosphere with their unique brand of Black Metal in Where Greater Men Have Fallen. The melancholic harmonies immersed in a pool of corrosive distortion, topped with Nemtheanga's haunting vocals complete this masterpiece. While the band keeps the essence of Black Metal in its core, they also incorporate a distinct doom flavor to further enhance the moody ambience and successfully propel the listener into the brooding world they create. -RP
Dublin, Ireland's Primordial finds new and impressive ways to fuse elements of black metal with Celtic folk. Where Greater Men Have Fallen opens like a plodding, roaring beast and vocalist AA Nemtheanga bellows and commands his way through Primordial's most stunning album in years. The record resonates with a sense of triumph amidst a brooding moroseness that one can feel in the visceral delivery of Nemtheanga's voice. This album's magnitude rests in the vastness of his storytelling and his ability to own each song. -RR
14. Sólstafir – Ótta (Season of Mist)
Post-metal/rock outfit, Sólstafir, released one of the most beautiful albums of the year in the form of Ótta. Alluring piano saturates the entire record, with sentimentally crafted guitars and outspoken Icelandic vocals that set these guys apart from the rest in an elegant fashion. Although their sound has changed much over the years, their impact is just as powerful as it has ever been. -JA
13. Within Temptation – Hydra (Nuclear Blast)
Within Temptation has created another masterful record with Hydra. The album taps into the prototype elements that are the foundation of the band's trademark sound while still managing to channel their collective talents into expanding the Within Temptation palette. Hydra is a behemoth–a dynamic specimen of sonic beauty and bombast filled with bold, aural flourishes and dark, compelling depths. This was my first album review of 2014 and nearly a year later, my passion for this record has not diminished. -RR
12. Opeth – Pale Communion (Roadrunner)
Pale Communion is endowed with everything that makes a great Opeth record – splendid composition, fascinating instrumentation and beautiful song writing. "Cusp Of Eternity" could have been a better alternative as the opening track instead of "Eternal Rains Will Come" but well, there is nothing much to grumble about this laudable Opeth work. The impressive engineering of Åkerfeldt and fantastic mixing of Steven Wilson make this progressive mastery all the more exquisite! -IM
11. MindMaze – Back from the Edge (Inner Wound)
With Back From the Edge, MindMaze has created an album that is quite cohesive and displays excellent continuity throughout. The band has managed an impressive symbiosis of progressive and power metal that hints at traditional roots. The record delivers one addictive ear nugget after another, laden with infectious melodies, exhilarating vocals, and outstanding musicianship all around. The record also includes the most epic metal song of 2014 with "Onward (Destiny Calls II)"; which is reason enough alone to own this album. Back From the Edge is an ambitious effort, and the best part of all is the realization that MindMaze is just getting started. -RR
10. Mastodon – Once More 'Round the Sun (Reprise)
Yes, this record sounds sort of commercial but the band certainly does not sound sell-outs. We can see Mastodon musically evolving with time and the track list here is consistently admirable. This album by the renowned Progressive Metal group has its' psychedelic moments, it takes you places and leaves you tempted for another trip in good company of such impassioned riffs, mint-fresh symphonies and cosmic vocals. With this kind of effort Mastodon can turn a non-metal-head's attention to Metal and that's a big merit here! -IM
You may read some negative words about this band or this album, but I am here to tell you, Once More 'Round the Sun is awesome and the band deserves respect. So, anyone who says differently can take a cosmic journey around my ass! (I mean that in the most menacing way). –Entity
9. Machine Head – Bloodstone & Diamonds (Nuclear Blast)
For some bizarre reason, critics presume each new Machine Head album will fall on its ass, because at some point the brilliance must end, right? Yet with each new album, the Bay Area quartet manages to raise the bar, and Bloodstone & Diamonds continues that tradition. The album is a blueprint for creative expansiveness; utilizing all manner of sonic elements to create a beautifully brutal whole. Rob Flynn and company, manage to lace the new record with exciting nuances while remaining as subtle as a brick to the cranium. -RR
Machine Head made one of the highlights of their discography releasing their 2014 album Bloodstone & Diamonds. Fans consider Machine Head as musically consistent Metal veterans capable of catering quality music with almost every release. With some poised, successful experimentation, rich production quality, a wide spectrum of Robb Flynn's vocal abilities, and multifaceted music, Bloodstone & Diamonds totally lives up to the expectations of audiences who were bowled over by the critically acclaimed Unto The Locust. -IM
8. Septicflesh – Titan (Prosthetic)
When was the last time you listened to an album that made you feel that Metal is indeed the sound of the Devil? There aren't many bands these days which evoke that kind of a visceral response but I thought Septic Flesh totally nailed it with Titan. Listening to this album made me nervous and edgy, thanks to the band's supremely haunting compositions. The epic string arrangements sound primitive and gloomy yet melodic and beautiful. I got lost in the exquisite symphonic arrangements before getting violently shoved back to reality by some bone crushing blackened death metal unleashed by the band. -RP
Horns, violins and a children's choir on a metal album? Heck, that's just on one track from Greece's masters of gothic symphonic metal. Septicflesh's ninth studio effort, Titan, lives up to its name, with large, imposing and atmospheric movements that challenge the listener and impale the soul. Equal parts cryptic and enlightening, Titan blends dark ambient density with soaring atmospheric brutality. A powerful and memorable record. -RR
7. Exodus – Blood In, Blood Out (Nuclear Blast)
Back to the roots! A big welcome back greeting to Zetro and finally we see reflections of the aggression Exodus were known for. Sterling guitar solos by the dynamic duo of Holt and Altus and the savagery of the ever youthful Zetro have delivered the long-awaited moment to the loyal Exodus followers. Jack Gibson's audible bass lends more to the glorious musicianship found in Blood In, Blood Out which is the Thrash Metal album of 2014 to behold! -IM
Exodus gave us a supremely fierce and an immensely catchy thrash metal album which made me fall in love with them all over again. Steve 'Zetro' Souza makes an emphatic comeback in this vigorously paced paragon of old school thrash metal, modernized only in production. Gary Holt belts out one monstrous riff after another like a well-oiled riff machine and helps it chug along its way. No other album got me to head bang as much as I did to this album the whole year. It's pure adrenaline for a thrasher. -RP
6. At the Gates – At War With Reality (Century Media)
Nearly two decades after seemingly every new melodic death metal band has tried to emulate the masters, At the Gates storm back with At War with Reality, which shames all the wanna be up-and-comers that have attempted to lay claim to the crown. One of the year's most notable comebacks, At War with Reality is an infectious slab of everything that made At the Gates the seminal melo-death legends they are. Fantastic songwriting with addictive riffs and inspired deliveries saturate this record, and make for an album of divine aural bombast. -RR
5. Triptykon – Melana Chasmata (Century Media)
An early front-runner this spring for album of the year, Triptykon's sophomore release, Melana Chasmata hung on to Top 5 status. If any band can make dark, cold and gloomy feel embracing and comforting, it is Thomas Gabriel Fischer and Triptykon. This is a dense record packed with bedlam and chaos balanced against atmospheric, even ethereal passages. The album defies sub-genres by incorporating the breadth of metal into one teeming maelstrom of extreme, sonic mayhem; beautiful and ugly in the same breath. -RR
Creative profundities and musical intricacies aside, Triptykon's sophomore offering, Melana Chasmata, is an album that not only stands proud within the context of metal music but as a piece of art in itself. It is cathartic, it is theatrical, it is pensive and full of a poetic sense of existential agonizing and yet has exuberant moments, and as a whole the integrity and sheer honesty of the artists at hand is more than evident in this type of music, which is both otherworldly and fantastical in its purview, utterly bleak in aesthetic and yet so incredibly intimate and personal. -OVN
4. Judas Priest – Redeemer of Souls (Epic/Columbia)
The mighty metal gods returned with the band's first album of new material since 2008's concept record, Nostradamus. Redeemer of Souls is also the first record to feature new guitarist Richie Faulkner, whose enthusiasm sparked a creative fusillade within the quintet. Throughout the album, Judas Priest redefine the band's iconic sound by blending all eras of the legacy of its sonic signature. Inspired performances all around and well-crafted songs make Redeemer of Souls the best Judas Priest album since 90's Painkiller. Were it not for the subdued and lackluster production this might easily have been the album of the year. -RR
3. Behemoth – The Satanist (Metal Blade)
Behemoth made us wait for five long years but The Satanist not only quenched that thirst but also made me drunk with its somber atmospherics, at times ferocious and at times, beautifully melancholic. Nergal's volcanic vocals coupled with some meticulously crafted riffs and Inferno's intense drum work make The Satanist easily one of the strongest releases of the year. The dense arrangements intricately packed together unravel in front of you like a mystery on multiple listens and completely sucks you in, demanding your full attention. -RP
This year the terrific Polish blackened-death metal trio unleashed this well-crafted eclectic album which brilliantly weaves a hypnotic, morbid atmosphere. Inferno's blasting drum beats, Nergal's gut-wrenching growls and Orion's sonically heavy bass tones are all stunningly complemented by perhaps the best production Behemoth ever experienced. After defeating leukemia, the confident Nergal has returned to his fans stronger than ever and The Satanist is a testament to this! -IM
2. Accept – Blind Rage (Nuclear Blast)
This is not only the best album featuring vocalist Mark Tornillo, but also one of the finest albums in the entire musical catalog of Accept, and its recognition as one of the greatest albums to be released in 2014 is irrefutable. It is an absolute delight to witness Accept still being the best in what they do best! The ode to Traditional Metal in the form of "Dying Breed" is one of the most enjoyable tracks here, recognizing the monumental influence of pioneers like Black Sabbath, The Jimi Hendrix Experience, Judas Priest, Saxon, Rainbow, Led Zeppelin, Deep Purple, AC/DC and Motorhead. The guitar tandem of Hoffman-Frank give the listeners plenty to relish once again. Blind Rage is one helluva consummate, didactic, solid album by the Teutonic Metal giants and budding metal-heads need more such releases to learn the craft from the masters! -IM
1. Triosphere – The Heart of the Matter (AFM Records)
The Heart of the Matter is a near perfect record–an auditory magnum opus. Triosphere's members have combined to create a nearly flawless masterpiece of progressive metal tinged with power and traditional metal elements. Ida Haukland's lyrical content feels like poetry; her voice powerful and emotive, adds depth and magic to every track. The songs on The Heart of the Matter are riveting and cinematic in scope. This is an album equally heavy and melodic, inspired and intelligent, diverse and dynamic. Add your own superlatives to taste–it is the heavy metal album of 2014. -RR
There is the combined Top 50 list for 2014. You can read our various individual lists and sub genre lists in our Features section.
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Celso December 28, 2014 - 12:02 pm
And the new cd of Crucified Barbara – In The Red in #3 xD
The Metal Pigeon December 28, 2014 - 3:59 pm
Had Triosphere at number one on my list as well, great selection and interesting list.
DArn December 31, 2014 - 7:10 pm
Triosphere Nightwish rip off ..and wtf these euro bands sound almost the same…boring shit except for Nwish and Doro the true queen Metal..!
Rustyn Rose December 31, 2014 - 7:49 pm
Triosphere sounds nothing like Nightwish. Nightwish is a symphonic metal band–Triosphere is progressive power metal. The only thing they have in common is a female vocalist.
DArn January 1, 2015 - 7:41 am
Then Dream Theater clon…I just listen to Marionette.. is this the Female and Euro ver of Dream Theater.but stay in 4/4 time?? The whole vibe and mainly the chorus progression sound what Petruxxi will write for DT..I was hoping the no 1 in this list had the calibre to write music let say the genius of Tuomas Holopainen!
Chartan January 2, 2015 - 6:58 am
Sorry DArn. But each to his own. I find Triosphere new CD to be a masterpiece. I've never understood the fascination for Nightwish people like you seem to have. Where Triosphere grabes your ears and soul and lifts you up to musical bliss – nightwish music is just plain old boring, uninteresting elevator music.
And btw: The rest of the list is also filled with great music. Try listening to some of them!
DArn January 2, 2015 - 6:57 pm
Yeah NW is just plain old boring, uninteresting elevator music. but Thomas is brilliant songwriter.. I always look that first in a NEW band..Triosphere doesnt impress me at all..more like DT copycat.!
Jim January 4, 2015 - 4:35 pm
Too bad you didn't have the backbone to actually put Babymetal on the list. Their music is 10x more original than most of the generic, forgettable stuff on this list.
Rustyn Rose January 4, 2015 - 4:40 pm
Jim- They are on the list. They are not in the Top 50 because the album was not among our staff and reader picks that high. We appreciate your loyalty and support of the band though.
s January 4, 2015 - 5:12 pm
All I got from this list was the lack of bollocks to put BM in the list. Can't upset the trve readers can we?
It's interesting that none of the readers are complaining that Babymetal is on the list, only from fans upset that they only got an honorable mention. Stay tuned for the upcoming Top 25 Women in Metal article. That might make you happier.
DArn January 4, 2015 - 10:04 pm
Hey BM fans..its cool BM got mention here..maybe it got to do with language barrier..if only they sing in eng might get them top 10..but i would put BM no 3 here replacing Behemoth.now that is pure language barrier.lol..!
DFZ January 5, 2015 - 8:09 am
I'm glad you guys have acknowledged the Babymetal phenomenon even if it's not on your list, that is very pro of you (though honestly, who can deny the obvious).
Back to your list: Triosphere, REALLY? No Devin Townsend? No Nero di Marte? Which fag chose some 80s sounding band as 1st place? You could have chosen this year's re-edition of Manowar's Kings of Metal and had more credibility than this shitty list.


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