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Full Throttle was born out of pure punk passion and a performing arts classroom in London, Ontario.

Watersdeep is more than just breakdowns and emo hooks, it’s a community, a catharsis, and a band unafraid to party while they pour their hearts out.

Meet Life in Idle, the Ohio emo band turning nostalgia into something new. Born out of high school marching band friendships in Dayton, they’ve grown into a powerhouse five-piece blending classic emo influences with a modern twist. From opening Is For Lovers festivals alongside Jimmy Eat World and Hawthorne Heights to fans shouting back every word of “Waterwell,” Life in Idle proves that Midwest emo is alive, loud, and here to stay.

The wait is over, Deftones are back with their 10th studio album, Private Music, released on August 16, 2025. Known for blending heavy aggression with ethereal atmospheres, Deftones once again prove why they remain one of the most influential bands in alternative metal.

Chicago punk heroes Rise Against are back with a vengeance: their tenth studio album, Ricochet, drops August 15, 2025, via Loma Vista, marking their first full-length record in four years.

Since their 2016 debut as masked enigma-creators from London, Sleep Token have steadfastly forged their own path, one that defies genre, expectation, and convention.

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With the recent passing of Ozzy Osbourne on July 22, Zakk Wylde, Ozzy’s longtime guitarist and close friend, has stepped into a new role: torchbearer of the legacy.

After more than five decades, shock rock legend Alice Cooper has reunited with the surviving members of his original band for a brand-new studio album. Titled The Revenge of Alice Cooper, the album drops July 25, 2025

Legendary rock band Motörhead releases The Manticore Tapes, an explosive archival studio album that takes fans straight back to the raw roots of heavy metal.

On July 5, 2025, Ozzy Osbourne took the stage for his final concert ever, with Black Sabbath, at Villa Park in Birmingham, their hometown.

Las Vegas alt-rockers Heroine Honey blend raw ‘90s grunge with melodic hooks, cinematic energy, and a fearless emotional edge. Fronted by powerhouse vocalist Chastity and backed by a tight, high-octane band, they channel vulnerability, rebellion, and beauty into every track. With standout singles like *“Mary Mag”* and *“Metanoia,”* and a debut album in the works, Heroine Honey is pure fire wrapped in velvet, and they’re just getting started.

Meet Blackjacket: LA’s New Heavy-Hitting Contender. Born from the depths of LA’s rock scene, Blackjacket is a fresh band with seasoned roots. Their debut at the Schecter Party during NAMM turned heads, and had the crowd singing along like they’d known the lyrics for years. With heavy riffs, big choruses, and a fearless approach to genre, Blackjacket isn’t just starting strong, they’re coming in swinging.

Against The Sun is a melodic metal-core band out of Southern California blending emotional honesty with headbanging heaviness.

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NYC's King Falcon blends classic rock swagger with indie flair. Their self-titled debut album is out now.

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Meet Cohen_noise from Kentucky—a band that seamlessly blends dissonant heaviness with melodic depth, creating a dynamic and immersive sound.

Red Raven Chaos is a Montreal-based groove metal band blending cultures and raw energy!