Your guide to new rock, metal and punk bands worldwide
There's probably not too many cooler places to be in a rock band than Florida. And South Florida band Dirty Rivals absolutely ooze in coolness with their high-energy hard rock meets alternative rock with drizzles of indie influences.
Lebanese band Phenomy set out to create a musical interpretation of the "very dark world" we all find ourselves a part of. And it's safe to say they've succeeded, honing an intense metal sound that they describe as "authentic, heavy and dark."
Utah band New Habits formed with a purpose to inspire listeners to develop new habits and better their lives and relationships.
Danish band Deep Drive formed through a love for heavy music with the aim of merging an old school sound with modern production quality, which they describe as "organic, melodic and determined."
They may be Qu!et by name but there's nothing overly quiet about the nature of this New York band.
"If you're looking for party riffs, we aren't for you," warns T.H, the frontman of intriguing black metal band Crimson Throne.
Ireland-based trio The Last Vinci have honed a deliciously punishing rock sound led by vicious riffs and engaging vocals, which they summarise as "heavy, happy and meaningful."
Wearing the t-shirt of your favourite band doesn't only make you look super cool, it can also lead to exciting opportunities by meeting fellow metal lovers.
Ignore the name because there's nothing sleep-inducing about the groundbreaking sound of Norwegian modern metal band Yawn.
Rogue offer up a progressive metalcore sound that fuses pummelling guitars, a mix of clean and screamed vocals and immersive soundscapes, which they describe as "energetic, atmospheric and thought-provoking."
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