Lacuna Coil – Sleepless Empire
Sleepless Empire reaffirms Lacuna Coil’s position in the gothic metal genre. The album balances innovation with the band’s signature sound, offering both longtime fans and newcomers a rich auditory experience.
Dream Theater – Parasomnia
Dream Theater’s Parasomnia dives into the shadows of the mind, blending prog-metal precision with raw emotion. Portnoy’s return fuels a haunting, exhilarating journey through sleep, fear, and illusion—an album both intricate and intensely human.
Franz Ferdinand – The Human Fear
The Human Fear finds Franz Ferdinand dancing with dread, not reinvention. Slick grooves meet simmering tension as new blood revives their swagger. Not flawless, but when it hits, it crackles—fear you can move to, charm with sharp edges.
Tremonti – The End Will Show Us How
The End Will Show Us How reaffirms Tremonti’s ability to craft engaging hard rock and metal compositions. While some may find certain elements familiar, the album’s execution and energy offer a satisfying listening experience.
Alter Bridge – Pawns & Kings
Pawns & Kings is a dynamic and powerful album that cements Alter Bridge’s reputation for crafting soaring melodies, intricate musicianship, and deeply emotional lyrics. The record feels like a culmination of their trademark sound, blending heavy, chugging riffs with atmospheric, melodic layers that provide depth and contrast.
Linkin Park – From Zero
From Zero is Linkin Park’s raw return, shaped by grief and grit. Stripping back electronics and reworking their sound, they craft an urgent, emotionally charged album about loss, survival, and pushing forward—imperfect but powerful.
The Offspring – Supercharged
Supercharged doesn’t try to rewrite punk history. It just slaps on fresh gas, grins wide, and burns rubber straight into your ears. If you ever loved this band, they’re still right here—louder, older, but no less ready to set the world on fire, even if just for three minutes at a time.
Jack White – No Name
Jack White’s No Name is a raw, electrifying return to garage rock and blues punk. Released unexpectedly in 2024, it strips away recent experimentation, delivering ferocious riffs and tight rhythms, earning praise as one of his best solo efforts.
The Warning – Keep Me Fed
Keep Me Fed is fierce, focused, and feral. The Warning channels raw emotion into razor-edged rock—tight riffs, sharp hooks, and vocals that snarl and soar. It’s hunger turned into sound, and they’re not asking for a seat—they’re taking it.
Pearl Jam – Dark Matter
Dark Matter is a compelling addition to Pearl Jam’s discography, reflecting a band that’s both seasoned and invigorated. It’s an album that speaks to long-time fans and new listeners alike, proving that Pearl Jam continues to be a force in the ever-evolving world of rock music.