Article written by Roger Casadejús Pérez
1. REVOCATION – ‘Netherheaven’
Release Date: September 19, 2023
Known for their technical dexterity and innovative compositions, REVOCATION returns with ‘Netherheaven’. This album promises to blend their signature death and thrash metal sound with complex rhythms and thought-provoking themes. Expect intricate guitar work and aggressive vocals that challenge the boundaries of metal.
- Label: Metal Blade Records
- Genre: Technical Death Metal
- Producer: Dave Davidson
2. IGORRR – ‘Spirituality and Distortion’
Release Date: September 19, 2023
IGORRR’s ‘Spirituality and Distortion’ is a sonic journey that fuses elements of electronic, metal, and classical music. Known for their avant-garde approach, IGORRR crafts an album that defies genre conventions, offering a unique auditory experience. Each track promises to surprise with its eclectic blend of sounds.
- Label: Metal Blade Records
- Genre: Avant-garde Metal
- Producer: Gautier Serre
3. KITTIE – ‘Origins’
Release Date: September 26, 2023
KITTIE returns with ‘Origins’, an album that revisits the band’s roots while exploring new musical territories. Known for their impact on the nu-metal scene, KITTIE’s latest release promises to deliver powerful riffs and introspective lyrics, appealing to both long-time fans and new listeners.
- Label: eOne Music
- Genre: Nu-metal
- Producer: Siegfried Meier
4. OPETH – ‘In Cauda Venenum’
Release Date: September 26, 2023
OPETH’s ‘In Cauda Venenum’ showcases their evolution from death metal roots to a more progressive rock-oriented sound. This album is rich with complex arrangements and lush instrumentation, offering a deep and immersive listening experience that reflects the band’s musical maturity.
- Label: Moderbolaget Records
- Genre: Progressive Rock
- Producer: Mikael Åkerfeldt
5. ARCHITECTS – ‘For Those That Wish to Exist’
Release Date: September 26, 2023
ARCHITECTS continue to push the envelope with ‘For Those That Wish to Exist’. This album delves into themes of environmentalism and existentialism, backed by the band’s signature metalcore sound. With anthemic choruses and powerful breakdowns, it’s a call to action for listeners across the globe.
- Label: Epitaph Records
- Genre: Metalcore
- Producer: Dan Searle
6. THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA – ‘ZII’
Release Date: September 19, 2023
‘ZII’ is a follow-up to THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA’s acclaimed Zombie EP. Known for their potent blend of metalcore and post-hardcore, this release promises a dark, apocalyptic atmosphere filled with aggressive riffs and haunting melodies. It’s a must-listen for fans of the genre.
- Label: Solid State Records
- Genre: Metalcore/Post-hardcore
- Producer: Jonathan Gering
7. CARCASS – ‘Torn Arteries’
Release Date: September 19, 2023
Veteran death metal band CARCASS releases ‘Torn Arteries’, an album that captures the essence of their brutal and melodic sound. Expect intricate guitar work, growling vocals, and complex song structures that highlight their continued relevance in the metal scene.
- Label: Nuclear Blast
- Genre: Death Metal
- Producer: Colin Richardson
8. BETWEEN THE BURIED AND ME – ‘Colors II’
Release Date: September 26, 2023
‘Colors II’ is a sequel to BETWEEN THE BURIED AND ME’s critically acclaimed album ‘Colors’. Known for their dynamic blend of progressive metal and avant-garde elements, this album promises to deliver complex compositions and thematic depth that push the boundaries of modern metal.
- Label: Sumerian Records
- Genre: Progressive Metal
- Producer: Jamie King
9. TRIVIUM – ‘In the Court of the Dragon’
Release Date: September 26, 2023
TRIVIUM’s ‘In the Court of the Dragon’ combines their signature thrash and heavy metal influences with epic storytelling. The album explores mythical themes and showcases the band’s technical prowess through high-energy tracks that are sure to captivate listeners.
- Label: Roadrunner Records
- Genre: Heavy Metal/Thrash Metal
- Producer: Josh Wilbur
10. AMON AMARTH – ‘The Great Heathen Army’
Release Date: September 19, 2023
Known for their Viking-themed lyrics and melodic death metal sound, AMON AMARTH’s ‘The Great Heathen Army’ delivers powerful anthems and epic storytelling. The album promises to transport listeners to the heart of Norse mythology with its grandiose soundscapes and rousing melodies.
- Label: Metal Blade Records
- Genre: Melodic Death Metal
- Producer: Andy Sneap