London band The Fires Below have concocted a delicious sound that fuses metal fury and punk rock energy with stoner groove and technical djent, and they describe as "fierce, energetic and groove."
Introducing: The Fires Below
New Band of the Week: Tiberius
Edinburgh band Tiberius have crafted an engaging fusion of anthemic rock, progressive metal and hooky metalcore in a sound they describe as "thought-provoking chaos."
Introducing: Re:O
Japanese/British quartet Re:O have honed a fascinating and diverse sound that fuses a wide range of sounds, from dark pop and J-Pop to rock and metal, and they describe as "dark, energetic and intricate."
New Band of the Week: Vanitas
If you've dreamt about fusing djent and prog riffs, anthemic symphonic metal and orchestral sections, then we're pretty sure you'll be hooked on the sound of Birmingham's Vanitas.
Introducing: Final Thirteen
Northern Irish power trio Final Thirteen blend elements of metal, rock and indie into their engaging sound. The three-piece are rallying strong support with their powerful vocals and raucous instrumentals, which combine in a sound they describe as "M'indie rock."
Album Review: Defences – Shadowlight
Hertfordshire band Defences promised us "the launching point for a brand new sound" that would be "heavier, more experimental and soulful, more personal and intimate" when we interviewed them about their single In Eclipse back in April 2019. Fast-forward five years, and we're seeing them settle into and flourish in that thrilling new sound.
New Band of the Week: Self Torque
Brighton band Self Torque offer up a catchy and lively punk rock sound that specialises in short and sweet songs led by feisty shouty vocals.
New Band of the Week: Defaced
British rap metal newcomers Defaced offer up an intriguing sound that toes the line between nu-metal and metalcore and they describe as "dark, aggressive and intense."
New Band of the Week: BXRRELL
Pop-rock newcomers BXRRELL have crafted an engaging sound that combines catchy rock with an emo edge and modern pop sensibilities. Critically, they also portray a message about the sad state of affairs with continued misogynistic abuse in the music industry and online.
New Band of the Week: Quiet Neighbours
These Northern Irish newcomers may go by the name Quiet Neighbours, but we suspect you'd be issuing your fair share of noise complaints if you had them living next door to you.
GigRadar 