Weekly Release Roundup: Monday 24th Feb 2025 – Saturday 1st March 2025
From progressive rock to punk rock, to miserable black metal, brutal death metal, and alternative, it’s a big week for releases and we’ve got a list for you to check out. All these releases are out this week!
Everon – Shells (Music Theories Recordings)
A return like no other, not only turning back the clock, but sounding fresher than ever, Everon’s legend grows and it’s all thanks to a uniquely expressive album. One that nails the highs and lows of their progressive thinking, infused with melody, and plenty of anthemic rock moments.
Check out the full review here.
Ofnus – Valediction (Naturmacht Productions)
Beautiful misery. Two words that don’t belong together, but two words that summarise this new Ofnus album, and the band itself. Wrapped within a black shroud, it might seem as though an album like this offers little more than extreme heaviness and wicked intensity, but it has deep and dark depths that create a more emotional experience. The more time spent in the company of Ofnus, the more music like this connects.
Check out the full review here.
Act of Impalement – Profane Altar (Caligari Records)
Take it for what it is, and you will be happy – 8 slamming tracks of brutal death metal. We all need that in our lives at times.
Check out the full review here.
The Dead and Living – Damage (Rexius Records)
Four tracks that showcase a staggering level of dynamism and vibrancy as The Dead and Living evolve. Their goth rock roots are still showing, but they’re not quite as prevalent as they have been. This is part of the modern makeup of The Dead and Living, who have refused to stagnant, and through renewed focus have found a fresh outlook on their sound.
Check out the full review here.
The Five Hundred – Ghostwriter (Prime Collective)
Exceptionally powerful and eccentrically clever, The Five Hundred’s new album is captivating stuff. We all fall under their spell, and their hold is so strong.
Check out the full review here.
Blunt Knife Castration – Live Fast Die Slow (Self Released / Remorseless Records)
As ugly as it is mean, and it’s really f**king mean, Live Fast Die Slow is not for those who treat the extreme side of metal with fear and disgust. As much as it might genre-bend, it is wholeheartedly from the nastier side of life, and if you enjoy it, you might just be a little ‘wrong’ in the head.
Check out the full review here.
Jizzy Pearl’s Love/Hate – Punk Rock Fiesta! (Kenyon Records)
Uncomplicated rock and roll with punk spirit and plenty of vigour, Punk Rock Fiesta! is every bit the Jizzy Pearl’s Love/Hate sound and style that fans have grown to love over countless years and releases.
Check out the full review here.
