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

MY HOUSE (FT. COURTNEY LAPLANTE)PVRIS

PVRIS – MY HOUSE FT. COURTNEY LAPLANTE (VISUALIZER)

Formed in Lowell, Massachusetts in 2012, PVRIS has delivered a re-recorded version of a signature track from their debut album White Noise to celebrate its 10th anniversary.

Featuring Courtney LaPlante, vocalist of the Canadian metalcore band Spiritbox, this stirring number gives voice to the feeling of being haunted by unseen presences and emotions.

The world crafted by Lynn Gunn’s matured vocals and Courtney’s emotional delivery has grown even deeper over the past decade.

A tour featuring a full performance of White Noise is also planned in the United States, and this track is sure to captivate many fans as a testament to PVRIS’s musical growth and evolution.

Highly recommended for those who want to confront themselves amid a dark, brooding atmosphere.

DaemoniIgorrr

IGORRR – DAEMONI

Igorrr is the solo project of Gautier Serre, known for a heretical musicality that collides extreme metal, breakcore, and Baroque music.

Its one-of-a-kind worldview enjoys a cult following among hardcore music fans.

The track delivered from his project here is no exception.

This work revolves around an extremely dark theme: a struggle between demons lurking within the earth and the side of “light” that resists them—and is ultimately defeated.

Majestic opera, feral growls, and a sound where classical and metal violently crash together make for nothing short of a breathtaking experience.

The piece is included on Amen, the project’s fifth album, released in September 2025.

It may be a tough entry point for those unfamiliar with this kind of genre, but once you experience it, the impact is unforgettable—and the addictiveness is off the charts!

The Shit Ov GodBehemoth

BEHEMOTH – The Shit Ov God (Official Music Video)

Poland’s legendary extreme metal band Behemoth has unveiled a track that breaks new ground for them.

The song is the title track of their 13th album and was released early in January 2025.

Its provocative lyrics, which subvert Christian rituals, symbolize defiance against the sacred, and combined with Nergal’s commanding, imposing vocals, they leave a powerful impact on the listener.

A torrent of sound woven from towering guitar riffs and intricate drum patterns showcases Behemoth at their very best.

A must-listen for any fan of extreme metal.

Punks And DemonsNEW!Rob Zombie

ROB ZOMBIE – Punks And Demons (OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO)

Rob Zombie, the American heavy metal maverick also known as a horror film director.

Since branching off from White Zombie in 1998 to launch his solo career, he has established a unique style that fuses industrial metal with horror elements.

The new song released in October 2025 is the lead single from his album “The Great Satan,” slated for release in February 2026.

Its heavy sound—exploding with groovy riffs and shouts—is quintessentially his trademark.

It’s a track that heightens anticipation for his first new release in about four years, since 2021.

The fact that it was previewed in advance at the 20th anniversary screening of the horror film “The Devil’s Rejects” is also a very Rob Zombie touch, reflecting his identity as a filmmaker.

Paper TigerArch Enemy

ARCH ENEMY – Paper Tiger (OFFICIAL VIDEO)

The advance track from Blood Dynasty, the album slated for release in March 2025 by Sweden’s proud melodic death metal band ARCH ENEMY, stands out with its stunning guitar harmonies and powerful riffs.

Contrasting outward strength with inner fragility, this message-driven piece sounds a warning to society while ambitiously channeling influences from 1980s traditional heavy metal.

Alissa White-Gluz’s death growls and the guitar work of new member Joey Concepcion blend seamlessly, opening up new possibilities for the band.

Their momentum is also evident in their vigorous activity, including an MV shoot at an airfield in Germany and a tour of Mexico starting in November 2024.

It’s a perfect track for metal fans seeking a fusion of grand melodies and ferocious sound.

AozoraKarnivool

Karnivool – Aozora (Visualiser)

Karnivool, the progressive rock band Australia is proud of.

Since their formation in 1997, they’ve continued to captivate a large following with a sound defined by complex rhythms and down-tuned guitars.

In 2013, they even topped the Australian charts with the acclaimed album Asymmetry, proving their formidable prowess.

The track they’ve released ahead of In Verses—their first album in a full 12 years—is this one.

Its title is derived from the Japanese word for “blue sky,” and it powerfully expresses liberation from oppression and a yearning for freedom.

Amid heavy riffs and meticulous shifts, the dynamic vocals unleash a torrent of emotion—truly breathtaking.

The song will be included on the album slated for release in February 2026.

If you’re looking for grand, technically refined rock, this is an absolute must-listen.

I Don’t Belong AnywhereNEW!Dying Wish

Dying Wish – I Don’t Belong Anywhere (OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO)

Dying Wish is a hardcore/metalcore band formed in Portland, Oregon in 2016, known for their style that fuses aggressive riffs with emotive melodies.

This track, “I Don’t Belong Anywhere,” comes from their third album, Flesh Stays Together.

The song centers on feelings of alienation in society and the despair of “belonging nowhere,” delivering a heartrending cry that hits hard.

Produced by the renowned Will Putney, its pummeling breakdowns and massive guitar tones are nothing short of overwhelming.

Released in September 2025, the record marks a powerful new chapter in the band’s career.

If you want to experience the heaviness and lyricism of modern metalcore, give it a listen.