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Demonic skull with cityscape and fiery tones, featuring a baby and text reading "Back From Hell." Dark, intense atmosphere.

Caliban - Back From Hell

Metalcore titans Caliban are back with their thirteenth album, Back From Hell, out April 25, 2025, via Century Media Records.

Samuel Stevens

29 minutes ago3 min read

Rusty horseshoes form a pile on a purple background. "Heart Attack Man" and "Joyride the Pale Horse" appear in orange graffiti-style text.

Heart Attack Man - Joyride The Pale Horse

Heart Attack Man are back with their fourth studio album, Joyride The Pale Horse, set for release on April 25, 2025, via Many Hats Distribution.

Samuel Stevens

2 hours ago3 min read

Stephen Stanley stands in darkness, head wrapped in a cloth that is on fire, creating a mysterious and intense atmosphere.

Stephen Stanley - trustfall

Rising singer-songwriter Stephen Stanley is back with his second full-length album, trustfall, out April 25, 2025, via Capitol CMG.

Samuel Stevens

3 days ago2 min read

Abstract purple-toned art of a face surrounded by hands, suggesting distress. Text above reads "Face Yourself" and "Martyr." Dark, intense mood.

Face Yourself - Martyr EP

Transcontinental deathcore collective Face Yourself are back with their latest EP, Martyr, out April 18, 2025, via Sumerian Records.

Samuel Stevens

Apr 163 min read

Sawyer Hill with long hair in shadowy lighting, wearing a dark jacket over a light shirt. Moody atmosphere with brown tints in the background.

Sawyer Hill - Heartbreak Hysteria EP

Sawyer Hill is back with his latest EP, Heartbreak Hysteria, via AWAL, out April 18, 2025.

Samuel Stevens

Apr 153 min read

Comic-style cover art with fierce-looking characters in dynamic poses. Explosions in background, bold text "ANIMETAL" at the bottom. Energetic vibe.

Within Destruction - ANIMETAL

Within Destruction are back with their sixth studio album, ANIMETAL, out April 11, 2025, via Sumerian Records.

Samuel Stevens

Apr 102 min read

Trousdale in vibrant outfits sit on a couch, appearing relaxed. Blurred foreground, windowed background. Text reads "TROUSDALE".

Trousdale - Growing Pains

Trousdale are back with their sophomore album, Growing Pains, out April 11, 2025, via Zula Records.

Samuel Stevens

Apr 103 min read

A circular snake eating its tail on a dark background. Silver tones dominate. "Messa" and "The Spin" text is visible, creating a mysterious mood.

Messa - The Spin

Italy doom metal band Messa is back with their fourth album, The Spin, out April 11, 2024, via Metal Blade Records.

Samuel Stevens

Apr 93 min read

Mark Morton - Without The Pain

Lamb of God's Mark Morton is back with his sophomore album, Without The Pain, out April 11, 2025, via Spinefarm Records.

Samuel Stevens

Apr 83 min read

The five members of LUZER in a garden party setting, with a relaxed atmosphere. A banner reads "Luzer." Text at the bottom says "La insoportable ingrosidez del ser."

LUZER - La insoportable incrospidez del ser EP

Mexico City’s own LUZER are back with their latest EP, La insoportable incrospidez del ser, out April 11, 2025, via Hopeless Records.

Samuel Stevens

Apr 82 min read

Abstract blue and black image with a spiky shape, resembling a silhouette. The word "BODIES" appears in white text. Mysterious and moody atmosphere.

Thornhill - BODIES

Australia’s genre-blurring heavyweights Thornhill have returned with their third studio album, BODIES, out April 4, 2025, via UNFD.

Samuel Stevens

Apr 32 min read

Allegaeon - The Ossuary Lens

Technical death metal band Allegaeon are back with their seventh album, The Ossuary Lens, out April 4, 2025, via Metal Blade Records.

Samuel Stevens

Apr 12 min read

Surreal grayscale image of a woman with a mask showing an eye and tears. Text: "BRKN LOVE" and "The Program." Eerie, artistic mood.

BRKN LOVE - The Program

BRKN LOVE is back with their third album, The Program, out March 28, 2025, via Spinefarm Records.

Samuel Stevens

Mar 273 min read

Grotesque figures in royal attire stand amidst swirling patterns; the text "Arch Enemy" and "Blood Dynasty" is displayed. Dark, eerie mood.

Arch Enemy - Blood Dynasty

Arch Enemy are back with their twelfth studio album, Blood Dynasty, out March 28, 2025, via Century Media Records.

Samuel Stevens

Mar 253 min read

Fiery eyes in a red swirling background emit beams at a raised figure. Stylized text reads "Molotov Solution" and "Void." Intense and dramatic scene.

Molotov Solution - Void EP

Molotov Solution has returned with their brand new self-released EP, Void, which is out now.

Samuel Stevens

Mar 222 min read

Illustrated album cover with an armored elephant in front of a stylized monument, tanks below, and bold text "BLOODYWOOD" and "NU DELHI". Vibrant colors.

Bloodywood - Nu Delhi

Indian heavy metal band Bloodywood are back with their third album, Nu Delhi, out March 21, 2025.

Samuel Stevens

Mar 203 min read

Skeleton in da Vinci's Vitruvian pose, holding a dagger and scales. Text reads "I'M STILL BREATHING" in red. Monochrome background.

Senses - i'm still breathing EP

Senses are back with their latest EP, i'm still breathing, out March 14, 2025, via Hopeless Records.

Samuel Stevens

Mar 113 min read

JENNIE - Ruby

JENNIE has released her debut solo album, Ruby, which was released on March 7, 2025.

Chelsea Stevens

Mar 92 min read

Alex Runions - Above the Clouds and On the Ground

Canadian singer-songwriter Alex Runions returns with his third studio album, Above the Clouds and On the Ground, out March 7, 2025.

Samuel Stevens

Mar 62 min read

Two people in colorful coats converse on a misty, purple-lit street. "Colour By Numbers Thaddeus Vol 1" text is visible, adding a moody vibe.

Colour By Numbers - Thaddeus Vol. 1 EP

Winnipeg rock band Colour By Numbers are back with their latest EP, Thaddeus Vol. 1, the first part in a three-part trilogy.

Samuel Stevens

Mar 62 min read

Skull with spikes and antlers on a black background. Orange text reads "Whitechapel." Below, smaller white text says "Hymns in Dissonance."

Whitechapel - Hymns in Dissonance

Whitechapel are back with their ninth studio album, Hymns in Dissonance, out March 7, 2025, via Metal Blade Records.

Samuel Stevens

Mar 43 min read

Woman (LISA) with long black nails touches lips, wears black hood. Dramatic makeup with heavy eyeliner. Moody and intense expression.

LISA - Alter Ego

LISA has officially stepped into the spotlight with her highly anticipated solo debut album, Alter Ego, which is out now.

Chelsea Stevens

Mar 22 min read

Eric Bass Presents - I Had A Name

Eric Bass, best known for his time in Shinedown, steps into the spotlight with his ambitious debut solo album, I Had A Name.

Samuel Stevens

Feb 273 min read

Woman with blue lighting leans on a TV displaying "VENOM." Background features a red spiderweb pattern. Text says "ENEMY INSIDE." Mysterious mood.

Enemy Inside - Venom

Enemy Inside is back with their third album, Venom, out February 28, 2025, via Reigning Phoenix Music.

Samuel Stevens

Feb 263 min read

Canadian singer-songwriter Alessia Cara with wavy hair wrapped in a white knit blanket against a red textured background, looking serene and contemplative.

Exploring the Evolution of Alessia Cara: A Deep Dive into Love & Hyperbole

On Valentine's Day, Canadian singer-songwriter Alessia Cara released her powerful new album, Love & Hyperbole, via Def Jam.

Samuel Stevens

Feb 257 min read

Woman (Caroline Romano) in a black outfit lies on a slanted rooftop at night. City lights glow softly in the background. Mood is calm and reflective.

Caroline Romano - How The Good Girls Die EP

Nashville-based alt-pop singer-songwriter is back with her highly anticipated new EP, How The Good Girls Die.

Sabrina Shahryar

Feb 243 min read

Metallic robot heads piled under sunlight; intricate designs. Text: "Killswitch Engage" in bold, stylized script. Mysterious mood.

Killswitch Engage - This Consequence

Killswitch Engage are back with their ninth studio album, This Consequence, which was released on February 21, 2025, via Metal Blade.

Samuel Stevens

Feb 222 min read

Abstract design with dark organic patterns overlaying light, swirling background. Text reads "Quiet Pleasures" and "Ghost." Moody atmosphere.

Glixen - quiet pleasures EP

Phoenix-based shoegaze outfit Glixen returns with their sophomore EP, quiet pleasures, due out February 21, 2025.

Samuel Stevens

Feb 202 min read

Hands hold a geometric disc against a desert backdrop with vibrant sky. Sun, moon, and stars adorn the arch. Text reads: "Silverstein."

Silverstein - Antibloom

Silverstein are back with, Antibloom, the first half of a two-part album, out February 21, 2025, via UNFD.

Samuel Stevens

Feb 193 min read

A woman (Jisoo) with long hair bursts through paper, wearing a glittery outfit. The word "AMORTAGE" is above, set against a light purple background.

Jisoo - Amortage EP

BLACKPINK's Jisoo has made a striking return with her debut solo EP, Amortage, released on February 14, 2025.

Chelsea Stevens

Feb 182 min read

Winter x Hooky - Water Season EP

The collaborative EP from singer-songwriter Winter and glitchy duo Hooky titled, Water Season, is due out on February 14, 2025.

Samuel Stevens

Feb 132 min read

Haunted Mouths - A Collection of Greetings

Haunted Mouths, the solo project from Sleeping With Sirens' Kellin Quinn is set to release his debut album, A Collection of Greetings.

Samuel Stevens

Feb 132 min read

Love Is Noise - To Live In A Different Way

Love Is Noise will release their debut album, To Live In A Different Way, on February 14, 2025, via Century Media Records.

Samuel Stevens

Feb 122 min read

Winona Fighter - My Apologies To The Chef

Nashville-based punk rock outfit Winona Fighter have readied their highly anticipated debut album, My Apologies To The Chef.

Samuel Stevens

Feb 112 min read

Lacuna Coil - Sleepless Empire

Lacuna Coil’s tenth studio album, Sleepless Empire, will be out on February 14, 2025, via Century Media Records.

Samuel Stevens

Feb 103 min read

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