Heavy Metal Resource-Picks

This page was last updated on: May 1, 2025

Pick of the month for 4 - 2025

Machine Head - Unatoned

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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'TBeen a bit since I took in some Machine Head. Probably a bit too long. Have to be honest. Been in a phase recently where I want it heavy and this new Machine Head fits that bill very nicely. All the usual stuff is in play here. A crushing wall of guitar, aggressive vocal work. A pounding rhythm section. It's all about the songs. This is a great batch of songs that keep the band sounding fresh even with their tenure in the industry. This one should turn some heads. For those who don't like it heavier, this may not be up your alley, but for the metalheads, you really need to check this one out. Essential stuff! Definitely don't miss any of the titles below as they all represent the genre very nicely!

A definite banger of an album. Can have some decent finesse, and then go for the jugular in terms of intensity. The band has come a long way and these recent albums have shown them evolve in big ways in terms of their sound. Definitely writing and delivering at the top of their game. For fans of heavy modern type stuff.

For Fans of: Heavy Rock Website: Lacuna Coil Official Website

Getting it done just like they always do. One of my favorite Frontiers artists that features Jeff Scott Soto and Eclipse's Erik Martensson. Songs are typical of what you would expect. Melodic hard rockers with an infectious feel. It's always a pleasure to dive into a new album from this band as they always deliver!

For Fans of: Hard Rock Website: W.E.T. Facebook

As I mentioned in my recent review, this band doesn't make the same album twice. They do evolve leaping from one albums sound to the next, so while similar, it always feels fresh and gives the listener a great musical journey. Another powerhouse album full of modern sounding hard rock. Excellent!

For Fans of: Modern Hard Rock Website: Pop Evil Official Website

Became a fan of this band with their first record. They have a fairly unique sound and in my opinion lean more modern. This album in terms of style leans a bit towards the previous record 'Turbulent Waters' sound. Their albums are a bit of work to get domestically, but I feel are very much worth it. Their are YouTube videos as well.

For Fans of: Hard Rock Website: Slears Official Website

A whole lot of cool and nostalgic going on here. 80's sounding rock with horror elements and cool retro artwork. The band sounds fairly mainstream with a melodic edge, but do have a strong image with utilizing costumes and the whole package shows plenty of detail and effort. Always a fun band to check out!

For Fans of: Hard Rock Website: Lordi Official Website

Every now and then I show my more extreme side. Sure, everyone knows who this band is and if you like it really heavy, with great riffing and songwriting with substance, this is your band and album. I feel like this album needs to be taken in with multiple listens to fully digest everything here. Pretty solid intense modern metal!

For Fans of: Modern Heavy Metal Website: Killswitch Engage Official Website

One of the more modern and heavy bands on the newly started BLKIIBLK label from Frontiers. This is a female fronted band that we have looked at before. This album continues in the direction the band usually take. Loud and nasty with plenty of imagery. If you like more modern stuff with a dark edge. This one fits the bill.

For Fans of: Modern Hard Rock Website: Sick N' Beautiful Official Website

So glad that this band stays on a regular rotation of releasing albums. It seems like they evolve a bit with each album without losing their core sound. This album has some modern influences and a fair amount of flash from the musicians. Check out the title track 'Game Of Faces' and you'll see what I mean. Another great album!

For Fans of: Metal Website: Dynazty Official Website

After a great release a few years ago, Smackbound singer Netta Laurenne and Battle Beast vocalist Noora Louhimo return with an even better release in my opinion. I recently took them both in just to be able to honestly compare and this new one evolves the band a bit and has a very good tracklisting. Easy recommend!

For Fans of: Rock Website: Laurenne/Louhimo Facebook

April 2025 Edition

Previous Picks of the Month in 2025

February 2025 - Dream Theater-Parasomnia

March 2025 - Arion-The Light That Burns The Sky

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