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"Roses from the Deep" marks a triumphant return for Marko Hietala, showcasing his versatility and depth as a musician. The album seamlessly blends heavy metal with symphonic and folk elements, creating a rich and dynamic soundscape. Tracks like "Frankenstein's Wife" offer a blend of 80s hair metal influences with symphonic touches, while "Dragon Must Die" incorporates Celtic rock elements, painting vivid musical landscapes. The duet "Left on Mars" with former Nightwish vocalist Tarja Turunen stands out as a cinematic and emotive piece, highlighting the chemistry between the two artists. Critics have praised the album's adventurous spirit and Hietala's ability to explore unexplored musical soundscapes, solidifying it as a significant addition to his discography. kerrang.com devolutionmagazine.co.uk Genre : Heavy Metal Country : Finland Final Verdict: 66% (Good Album) Yearly Ranking: 23th / 131 Highlight : Frankenstein's Wife Made ...

Bone Collector , released on January 17, 2025, marks Grave Digger's 21st studio album, celebrating their 45th anniversary. The album introduces guitarist Tobias Kersting, formerly of Orden Ogan, whose addition brings a renewed vigor to the band's sound. Tracks like "The Rich, The Poor, The Dying" showcase a thrash-influenced intensity, while "Kingdom of Skulls" delivers a classic heavy metal groove. Critics have noted the album's raw production and energetic delivery, with Angry Metal Guy describing it as "more of the same meat and grave-y, done with an admirable amount of energy and grit." However, some reviews, such as from Metal Storm , mention that while the album is competent, it doesn't significantly deviate from the band's established formula. Overall, Bone Collector is seen as a solid addition to Grave Digger's extensive discography, appealing to long-time fans with its consistent heavy metal approach. Sources: Angry Metal...

"Rite Here Rite Now" is a live album and concert film that captures Ghost's performance at the Kia Forum in Los Angeles. The album showcases the band's theatrical flair and musical prowess with a setlist that spans their career, including hits like "Square Hammer," "Dance Macabre," and a reimagined version of "If You Have Ghosts." While the album focuses heavily on their recent work, it lacks material from their early albums, which some fans might find disappointing. Despite this, the production quality and energy of the performance make it a must-listen for fans, encapsulating the essence of Ghost's live shows​ ( Metal Injection ) ​​ ( louder ) ​​ ( Wikipedia ) ​. Genre : Heavy Metal Country : Sweden Final Verdict: 72% (Very Good Album) Yearly Ranking : 21th / 577 Highlight : Square Hammer (Live at the Forum / 2023) Made me think of: Alice Cooper King Diamond Iron Maiden #newalbum #newalbum2024 #albumrelease #newmusic #albumofthed...

Genre: Heavy Metal Country: Germany Final Verdict: 62% (Good Album) Yearly Ranking: 194th / 323 Highlight: Man Up Made me think of: Judas Priest Saxon Helloween #newalbum #newalbum2024 #albumrelease #newmusic #albumoftheday #nowspinning #NowPlaying #musicdiscovery #HeavyMetal #Accept #Germany #LP #Album #release  

Genre : Heavy Metal Country : UK Final Verdict : 64% (Good Album) Yearly Ranking : 92th / 184 Highlight : Gates of Hell Made me think of: Iron Maiden Black Sabbath Accept #newalbum #newalbum2024 #albumrelease #newmusic #albumoftheday #nowspinning #NowPlaying #musicdiscovery #HeavyMetal #JudasPriest #UK #LP #Album #release  

Genre : Heavy Metal Country : UK Final Verdict: 69% (Good Album) Yearly Ranking: 15th / 163 Highlight : Fingers in the Wounds Made me think of: Iron Maiden Queensrÿche Gamma Ray #newalbum #newalbum2024 #albumrelease #newmusic #albumoftheday #nowspinning #NowPlaying #musicdiscovery #HeavyMetal #BruceDickinson #UK #LP #Album #release  

Genre : Heavy Metal Country : UK Final Verdict: 58% (Pleasant Album) Yearly Ranking: 29th / 36 Highlight : 1066 Made me think of: Iron Maiden Judas Priest Tygers of Pan Tang #newalbum #newalbum2023 #albumrelease #newmusic #albumoftheday #nowspinning #NowPlaying #musicdiscovery #HeavyMetal #Saxon #UK #LP #Album #release  

Genre : Heavy Metal Country : UK Final Verdict: 66% (Good Album) Yearly Ranking: 266th / 922 Highlight : Imposter Syndrome (feat. Lzzy Hale) Made me think of: Lita Ford Van Halen Extreme #newalbum #newalbum2023 #albumrelease #newmusic #albumoftheday #nowspinning #NowPlaying #musicdiscovery #HeavyMetal #SophieLloyd #UK #LP #Album #release  

Genre : Heavy Metal Country : US Final Verdict: 65% (Good Album) Yearly Ranking : 259th / 735 Highlight : I Shall Return Made me think of: Khemmis Pallbearer Sorcerer  

Genre : Heavy Metal Country : Germany Final Verdict : 65% (Good Album) Yearly Ranking : 205th / 707 Highlight : The Battle Understood Made me think of: Accept Judas Priest Saxon