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Those Damn Crows' fourth studio album, God Shaped Hole , showcases the band's evolution with a blend of hard rock energy and emotional depth. Tracks like "Dancing With The Enemy" and "No Surrender" deliver arena-ready choruses, while "Glass Heart" and "Still" reveal a more introspective side. The album's production, handled by Dan Weller, enhances its dynamic range, balancing heavy riffs with melodic elements. Critics note the band's ability to maintain their core sound while exploring new musical territories. Overall, God Shaped Hole solidifies Those Damn Crows' position in the modern rock landscape.​ Sources: Classic Rock / Louder Devil's Gate Music Buzz Magazine The Razor's Edge Reddit /r/HardRock Genre : Post Grunge Country : UK Final Verdict: 60% (Good Album) Yearly Ranking : 222th / 285 Highlight : Glass Heart Made me think of: Shinedown​ Alter Bridge​ Black Stone Cherry​ #newalbum #newalbum2024 #albumrel...

I Want Blood marks Jerry Cantrell’s return to the darker, grunge-influenced tones that defined his work with Alice In Chains. The album blends heavy, sludgy riffs with deeply introspective lyrics, exploring themes of loss, despair, and modern anxieties. Tracks like "Vilified" and "Let It Lie" showcase Cantrell’s mastery of moody, atmospheric hard rock, while "Echoes of Laughter" dips into melancholic, country-inflected melodies. Featuring contributions from members of Guns N' Roses and Metallica, the album is both sonically dense and emotionally powerful, solidifying Cantrell’s status as a rock veteran The Spill Magazine   Kerrang!   Monster Shop: Iconic Rock & Metal Albums   BLABBERMOUTH.NET . Genre : Post Grunge Country : US Final Verdict: 71% (Very Good Album) Yearly Ranking: 38th / 774 Highlight : Vilified (added to my 2024 best of) Made me think of: Alice in Chains Stone Temple Pilots Queens of the Stone Age #newalbum #newalbum2024 #albumrel...

Seether’s The Surface Seems So Far (2024) showcases their signature blend of post-grunge grit and alternative metal, packed with aggressive guitar riffs and Shaun Morgan’s raw, commanding vocals. The album strikes hard with tracks like "Judas Mind" and "Dead On The Vine," delivering powerful energy while interspersing moments of vulnerability, such as on "Regret." Lyrically, the album tackles themes of internal struggle and anger, complementing the heavy yet melodic soundscape. While it sticks to familiar post-grunge elements, subtle atmospheric layers and refined songwriting add depth, making this one of Seether’s strongest releases​ ( Sonic Perspectives ) ​ ( The Spill Magazine ) ​ ( Staccatofy ) . Genre : Post Grunge Country : South Africa Final Verdict : 67% (Good Album) Yearly Ranking : 92th / 684 Highlight : Try To Heal Made me think of: Three Days Grace Breaking Benjamin Shinedown #newalbum #newalbum2024 #albumrelease #newmusic #albumoftheday #nows...