[2025] A Must-See for Western Metal Fans! A Roundup of the Latest Popular and Noteworthy Songs

All The Light Is GoneInvent Animate, Silent Planet

Invent Animate, Silent Planet – All The Light Is Gone

A track from the collaborative EP “Bloom In Heaven,” a powerful team-up between Invent Animate and Silent Planet, two bands at the forefront of progressive metalcore.

Their approaches fuse beautifully, and the soundscape—wrapped in technical guitar riffs and a majestic atmosphere—is nothing short of breathtaking.

Released in March 2025, the song also captivates with the dynamics born from the contrast between its weighty rhythm section, emotional clean vocals, and aggressive screams.

In particular, the mid-tempo middle section features a call-and-response between both bands’ vocalists, painting a dramatic scene.

A must-listen for anyone who wants to experience the evolutionary edge of metalcore.

Love Is WarMemphis May Fire

Memphis May Fire – Love Is War (Official Music Video)

This track will sweep you away with the fusion of powerful guitar riffs and melody-rich songwriting, showcasing the authentic sound of American metalcore band Memphis May Fire.

As the closing piece on the album “Shapeshifter,” it perfectly balances heavy sonics with emotional vocals, resulting in a production sure to captivate metalcore fans.

Featured on the album “Shapeshifter,” slated for release in March 2025, the song stays true to the band’s signature metalcore foundation while effectively incorporating more melodic elements.

It stands as a culmination of their influences—from Underoath to Killswitch Engage—and is recommended not only for those who love intense music, but also for listeners seeking a more melodious track.

Creatures of ChaosThe Rasmus

The Rasmus – Creatures of Chaos (Official Music Video)

The Finnish band The Rasmus has released a song carrying a powerful message to outsiders around the world.

Its grand melodies and dark, emotional sound blend beautifully, marking a clear evolution from their previous work.

The track is produced by hitmaker Desmond Child, known for his work with Bon Jovi and Aerosmith.

Following Rest In Pieces, released in October 2024, this new song arrived as a single in March 2025 and is slated to be performed on the Weirdo Tour later the same year.

Melodic yet edgy, it’s a track I highly recommend to rock fans.

All My FriendsA Day To Remember

A Day To Remember – All My Friends (Official Audio)

Hailing from Florida and known for their powerful yet refined musicianship, A Day To Remember released songs from their album “Big Ole Album Vol.

1” in October 2024.

This ambitious work breathes new life into their signature blend of melodic pop-punk and hardcore, thanks to acclaimed producers like Drew Fulk and Will Putney.

Since their formation in 2003, the band has captivated fans with a finely tuned balance of metalcore and pop-punk, and this release adds fresh approaches to their enduring appeal.

It’s recommended for listeners seeking a fusion of emotional dynamics and catchy melodies.

Rabbit Hole (Cowards, Pt. 1)Chevelle

Chevelle – Rabbit Hole (Cowards, Pt. 1) (Lyric Video)

Chevelle, a band that has continued to exert an overwhelming presence at the core of alternative metal, has returned with their first new work in four years.

While honoring the foundations of alt-metal, this release marks a unique evolution, featuring an impressive, expansive soundscape woven from thunderous guitar riffs and emotional vocals.

Their first new song since the 2021 album NIRATIAS, it fully showcases the band’s hallmark dark, introspective worldview.

Comprised of brothers, the band has sold over six million albums since its formation.

Their album Wonder What’s Next reached No.

14 on the U.

S.

charts and earned double-platinum certification from the RIAA, underscoring their stellar track record.

Highly recommended for those drawn to weighty rock sonics and a philosophical aesthetic.

Up From The BottomLinkin Park

Up From The Bottom (Official Music Video) – Linkin Park

Linkin Park continues to captivate listeners around the world with overwhelming power and innovative sound.

Centered on themes of inner conflict and rebirth, this work portrays the strength to rise from adversity, perfectly embodying the band’s roots in the fusion of rap and melodic vocals.

The interplay between new vocalist Emily Armstrong and Mike Shinoda’s rap weaves together exquisitely, producing an energetic and aggressive sound.

Released in March 2025 as their first new track since the November 2024 album From Zero, it is slated to be included on the deluxe edition of that album.

It’s a must-listen not only for fans of the band’s wide-ranging musicality—from metal to electronica—but also for anyone seeking a grand soundscape and a powerful message.

Say My NameNOVELISTS

NOVELISTS – Say My Name (Official Music Video)

NOVELISTS, a powerhouse progressive metalcore band based in France, will release a lead single from their album “Coda” in March 2025.

It’s a striking track that effectively fuses complex rhythmic patterns with melodic clean vocals, and the meticulous playing by guitarists Pierre Danel and Florestan Durand is a highlight.

The song reflects the trials the band has faced and the emotions born from that process.

The album “Coda,” scheduled for release in May 2025, features 10 tracks.

The band is also on a world tour alongside heavyweight acts like NORTHLANE and PERIPHERY.

It’s recommended not only for progressive metal fans, but also for anyone who enjoys a melodic sound.