Heavy Metal Resource-Picks

This page was last updated on: September 29, 2025

Pick of the month for 9 - 2025

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I have revamped the picks section into more of a buyers guide. I figured that I would give a little more exposure to albums that are must haves and are still available as far as I know. If you have questions beyond the descriptions given, email me. Thanks for checking this section out.

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Amorphis return with a great new album. Their 'Under The Red Cloud' was our metal album of the year a few years back. What made that album amazing also makes this album excellent. Kind of the same vibe with some minor differences. Songs are quite melodic without losing what makes them metal. Good atmosphere and plenty of depth. I think the writing is very strong on this album. Also, while their is growls., this album also has plenty of straight up vocal work as did Red Cloud. I got the promo a couple of months or so ago, so I have had a lot of time with this album. I did grab physical as I prefer to use flac files from my discs. I think that Amorphis fans will probably really dig this album. Any fans that like the melodic death metal genre and haven't heard these guys really should. Excellent and very easy recommend! Don't miss any of the titles below as they all represent the genre very nicely!

This band is new to me. Had not really heard of them or anything by them until this latest record. They have actually been around since at least 2000 and have built up a decent catalog of albums. Music fits in the heavy rock Gothic genre and has a decent amount of atmosphere and depth. Very interesting album that entertains!

For Fans of: Dark Rock/Gothic Website: Mono Inc. Official Website

You know, it's great to hear some of the bands that I spent a lot of time with back in the late 80's and early 90's not only still tour, but release good quality music. Babylon A.D. has had some great material on the last few albums. This new album grabbed my attention and I had to chase a copy down for myself. Good classic hard rock!

For Fans of: Hard Rock Website: Babylon A.D. Official Website

HI didn't realize this was just on the horizon until a couple of weeks before release. The album is another fun offering that continues in the style of 'Alive' which is a modern version of the band's earlier sound. Songs are melodic, but there is plenty of grit and thumping low end to balance the music. Great record!

For Fans of: Melodic Hard Rock Website: Honeymoon Suite Official Website

Another banger in the band's catalog. It's hard to believe that the band has been around for close to 3 decades now. 'Domination' is the band's 15th studio album and retains that power metal sound and quality that we have come to expect. If you are looking for catchy yet heavy stuff, this one is awesome!

For Fans of: Metal Website: Primal Fear Official Website

It really is amazing to me. Glenn Hughes has been in the business for a very long time and really has nothing left to prove. He continues to add his personal touch to other projects and from time to time we get a great solo record like 'Chosen'. Plenty of grooves and the songs to me were memorable. Another great performance!

For Fans of: Hard Rock Website: Glenn Hughes Facebook

You know, The Leftovers is a bit deceiving. One would think these were songs that were short of making the cut due to quality. The reality, these songs are awesome. Good melodic hard rock the way that the band always does it. This was available on digital platforms previously, but now has a physical edition with bonus tracks!

For Fans of: Melodic Hard Rock Website: Degreed Official Website

Remember 'Revelation' from a couple of years ago? This is that album with some updates. New material, guest musicians, etc. Overall, I really liked 'Revelation' and had no issue picking this one up as well. It does sound like this band will continue with new music. I'm a fan of all eras Saliva, so I'm all in!

For Fans of: Modern Hard Rock Website: Saliva Official Website

Excellent new melodic hard rock release from the Swedish rockers. The band write with a decent nod to the heyday of the 80's mixed with their usual flashy hard rock sound complete with very good vocal work and great songwriting. A pretty consistent release that traditional hard rock fans will love!

For Fans of: Hard Rock Website: H.E.A.T. Official Website

Kix retired right? Well, yes they did. This boxset is a bit of a retrospective. A way to get most of their catalog in vinyl replica sleeves and has some additional material such as demos and live stuff. The 'Show Business' album is the one studio album not available with this set. This is a great little boxset that helps you relive a great band!

For Fans of: Rock Website: Kix Official Website