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3.0
ACCEPTTeutonic Titans 1976-2026
A sprawling anthology that sacrifices cohesive identity for an overblown, star-studded guester-fest.
2.0
FIREWINDStand United
A hollow exercise in power metal tropes that fails to ignite any real flame.
William Shatner set to release heavy metal debut 'What The F Is Heavy Metal?'
The 'Star Trek' legend is tapping into heavy metal's raw emotion for a new album featuring guest spots from Brian May and Rob Halford.
6.0
MALOKARPATANVertumnus Caesar
A sprawling, atmospheric journey that occasionally loses its way in the woods of its own aesthetic ambition.
Nicko McBrain takes centre stage with Titanium Tart
Iron Maiden drummer Nicko McBrain is hitting the road with his Titanium Tart project as he prepares for a well-earned retirement.
2.0
VARGEwige Wacht
Varg abandons heavy metal substance for an inflated, guest-filled spectacle of symphonic filler.
9.0
PRIMORDIALHow It Ends
Primordial deliver a masterclass in folk-infused black metal, weaving ancient Celtic mysticism with thunderous, anthemic heavy metal.
Eric Forrest Reflects on 'Honour' of Filling in for Voivod
E-FORCE frontman Eric Forrest shares his experience stepping in for VOIVOD during their recent European tour.
Geoff Tate to Perform 'Operation: Mindcrime' in Full for Final Time
Former Queensrÿche frontman Geoff Tate reveals he feels 'emotionally drained' by the physically demanding 1988 concept masterpiece.
Dee Snider Slams 'Bullshit' Farewell Tours and Ghost Bands
Twisted Sister frontman Dee Snider slams the practice of 'fake' retirement tours and bands touring under legacy names without original members.
7.0
SAXONHell, Fire And Damnation
Saxon stick to the pedigree of traditional heavy metal with a steady, professional delivery.
David Ellefson Explains Metal Church's 'Tour Smarter, Not Harder' Approach
Metal Church bassist David Ellefson discusses the veteran wisdom guiding the band's new era and 2027 touring plans.
3.0
FLOTSAM & JETSAMI Am The Weapon
Flotsam & Jetsam offer a polished but pedestrian outing that sacrifices raw energy for safe, mid-tempo grandiosity.
Kai Hansen Drops Gritty New Single 'Wait And See'
Kai Hansen delivers a darker, more intense sonic experience with the third single from his upcoming solo album, Born With A Hammer.
7.0
ARCTISArctis
Arctis navigate a precarious tightrope between commercial sheen and heavy metal framework on their self-titled Napalm release.
9.0
LAUREN BABICCovers, Vol. 5
A masterclass in sonic transmutation, where pop sensibilities are forged into heavy metal weaponry without losing their soul.
Nicko McBrain Kicks Off Titanium Tart Tour
Iron Maiden drummer Nicko McBrain has launched his Titanium Tart project with a high-octane set in Florida.
2.0
FLOTSAM & JETSAMRats in the Temple
A bloated, repetitive slog through turgid and weary tropes that fails to find a single compelling melody amidst the grime.
8.0
THE NIGHT ETERNALCold Velvet
The Night Eternal weave a haunting, atmospheric tapestry of heavy metal that feels as intimate as a secret and as vast as a wasteland.
Mastodon's Brann Dailor Explains the Emotional Weight of 'Marrow Deep'
Mastodon drummer Brann Dailor reveals how the loss of his mother and the death of guitarist Brent Hinds shaped the band's latest record.