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

Televised Suicide [ft. Bec of Terminal Sleep]Volatile Ways

Volatile Ways – Televised Suicide [ft. Bec of Terminal Sleep] (Official Music Video)

The new song by Australia’s Volatile Ways, released in December 2024, is a powerful collaborative effort featuring Beck Sowesten, vocalist of Melbourne hardcore band Terminal Sleep.

Blending elements of beatdown, death metal, and deathcore, the heavy sound gains new depth and energy with Beck’s participation.

Judging from the band’s past work, which tends to depict inner turmoil and violent imagery, it’s likely this release explores similar themes.

After dropping their debut EP, “Condemned To Life, Burdened To Death,” in August 2020, they have continued to work actively, steadily gaining attention among fans and across the metal scene.

ShapeshifterMemphis May Fire

Memphis May Fire – Shapeshifter (Official Music Video)

Memphis May Fire, known as a leading force in Southern U.

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metalcore, has released a new single centered on identity and inner conflict.

The track features a powerful sound that fuses heavy guitar riffs with emotional vocals, sharply depicting the inner turmoil born from self-deception and the urge to appease others.

Released in November 2024, it serves as the title track for their self-titled album due out in March 2025.

The band also plans a U.

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tour in spring 2025, kicking off in Little Rock, Arkansas on April 16 and running through Atlanta, Georgia on May 17.

It’s a must-listen for anyone who resonates with the journey of self-discovery.

nervThornhill

Thornhill – nerv [Official Music Video]

The new song released in November 2024 by Thornhill, a metalcore band from Melbourne, Australia, centers on the theme of a dangerous relationship.

Blending a heavy sound with atmospheric elements, the track explores themes of inner conflict and self-discovery.

It portrays emotions swaying between desire and self-preservation, with lyrics that strikingly emphasize how intimacy can be alluring yet risky.

As their first new release since the 2022 album Heroine, this song showcases Thornhill’s musical evolution and is a must-listen for both fans and new listeners.

End TimesCabal

CABAL – End Times (OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO)

Cabal, a deathcore band from Denmark, has released a track heralding the dawn of a new era.

Featuring a fierce, aggressive sound themed around the end of the world, it showcases the band’s new direction and energy.

Released in November 2024, the song serves as the lead single for their album “Everything Rots,” slated for release in April 2025.

Vocalist Andreas Bjulver commented, “We’re back—and angrier than ever,” underscoring the band’s strong determination.

A must-listen for metal fans seeking an intense sound and message.

Acolytes Of Damnation (Feat. Alex Erian of Despised Icon)Distant

DISTANT- Acolytes Of Damnation (Feat. Alex Erian of Despised Icon) (OFFICIAL VIDEO)

This is a track from Tsukuyomi: The Origin, an album created to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Distant, a deathcore band based in the Netherlands and Slovakia.

Featuring a heavy, aggressive sound and guest vocals by Alex Erian of veteran Canadian deathcore band Despised Icon, the song gains extra depth and intensity.

With lyrics themed around hell and hatred, it portrays humanity’s inner darkness and destructive forces, delving deeply into the band’s worldview.

Released in November 2024, this track is sure to captivate deathcore fans.

The Faustian SpiritEidola

Eidola – The Faustian Spirit (Official Music Video)

A front-line force in progressive metalcore, Eidola presents an ambitious work that ventures into new territory.

Hailing from Utah, USA, their music delves into profound themes such as self-reflection, coping with criticism, and the search for identity.

With complex rhythms and melodies interwoven with emotional vocals, their sound speaks powerfully to the listener.

Released in November 2024, this track is slated to appear on the album “Mend,” due out in January 2025.

It’s recommended listening when you want to face yourself or find yourself at a crossroads in life.

Forever AlignedKillswitch Engage

Forever Aligned

The American metalcore band Killswitch Engage delivers a passionate track with a powerful message that explores true love and bonds.

Thunderous guitar riffs fuse with Jesse Leach’s commanding vocals to stir the listener’s heart.

Released in November 2024 as the lead single from the album This Consequence, slated for early 2025, the song stands out with its driving beat and catchy chorus, while a melodic bridge lingers in the ear.

It’s a must-listen for those who value deep connections with family and friends, and for anyone searching for true love.