Image: Linkin Park – Two Faced [Official Music Video]
It’s Metal Friday, and you know what that means: the weekend is upon us, and it’s going to get loud! What better way to kick it off than with a solid lineup of new metal tracks? Whether you’re into nostalgic nu-metal, crushing hardcore, or epic symphonic metal, this week has something for everyone. From Linkin Park to Stick To Your Guns and Epica, here are the top releases you need to check out!
Linkin Park – Two Faced
It’s finally here: Linkin Park have released their new album From Zero. Earlier this week, they dropped the single “Two Faced”, a track packed with heavy riffs, rap-driven verses, a catchy chorus, and ferocious screams that bring back the nu-metal vibe of the early 2000s.
Stick To Your Guns – More Than A Witness
With “More Than A Witness”, Stick To Your Guns deliver another taste of their upcoming album Keep Planting Flowers, set to release on January 10, 2025. This single is a powerful statement of solidarity and action, blending driving hardcore energy with emotional intensity – a track that inspires and moves listeners.
Within Destruction – Kanashibari
The Slovakian deathcore band Within Destruction unveil their latest single, Kanashibari. The track combines melodic soundscapes with brutal breakdowns, a dark atmosphere, and a touch of experimentation. Drawing inspiration from Japanese folklore, it captures the eerie tension of sleep paralysis in a unique and gripping way.
As I Lay Dying – The Void Within
Through Storms Ahead has arrived – and with it, “The Void Within”. As I Lay Dying deliver their signature blend of powerful metalcore, combining aggressive riffs with melodic depth. The lyrics explore themes of inner emptiness, the burden of past mistakes, and the search for redemption. Love is portrayed as the key to healing, helping to overcome the "inner war."
Epica – Arcana
With “Arcana”, the symphonic metal pioneers Epica present their first new music since their successful album Omega and their collaboration EP The Alchemy Project. The track combines classic Epica elements with influences from '80s alternative rock and modern metal. “Arcana” delves into themes of spiritual evolution and higher consciousness – a spontaneous, captivating masterpiece that builds excitement for their upcoming album, set for release in 2025.
More Must-Hear Releases This Week
Metal Friday has even more in store for you! Check out the complete list of this week’s hottest tracks, available now on our Spotify playlist Impericon Chart:
- Heavy//Hitter – Heaven's Gate
- The Browning – Misery.exe
- Confession Of A Traitor – Doomsayer
- Refused – The Deadly Rhythm
- meth. – Willing Participant
- Butcher Babies – Sincerity
- Make Them Suffer – Small Town Syndrome
- State Champs – Save Face
- Bluthund – Luft Nach Unten
- Superheaven – Long Gone
- Boiler Room – No Patience
- Stick To Your Guns – More Than A Witness
- Koyo – Mile A Minute
- Within Destruction – Kanashibari
- As I Lay Dying – The Void Within
- Linkin Park – Two Faced
- Imperial Triumphant – Hotel Sphinx
- Gaerea – Coma
- Epica – Arcana
- Cabal – End Times
