On their previous single ‘Algebra (I’m In A Rage)’, British post hardcore band Ruled By Raptors mixed hardcore elements with prog rock time signatures and clean vocals to create a really interesting sound. It was one of those tracks that had such a spark, it more than proved – not that proof were actually needed – that the underground rock and metal scene could still serve up some really inspiring sounds.
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Incite share lyric video for ‘Chucked Out’ — band on tour NOW!
Phoenix metallers Incite have been releasing classic sounding thrash/groove based albums for over a decade, but their most recent, ‘Savage New Times’ is one of their best to date. Ploughing through ten heavy workouts in a little over a half-hour, the record is insanely tight. From the speed-oriented opener ‘Lies’ – playing like a cross between Soulfly and the faster elements of Testment – to the groove laden ‘No Mercy, No Forgiveness’, to the heavy, rhythmic title track that showcases a sharper guitar tone for its first half, before tipping the hat very obviously in the direction of Soulfly for a much moodier climax, it’s a record that never lets up.
Listen: The Sean Coleman Project shares new track ‘Might Just Be My Day’
At the end of summer ’26, The Sean Coleman Project introduced themselves with ‘You’ve Got To Choose’, a 90s infused electric blues workout that introduced some genuine talents. Not only was Sean’s guitar work a great feature of the very retro sounding track, but guesting vocalist Mia Boonstrom also proved to be a vital ingredient within the Project’s confident sound, sharing a huge performance that blended a strong melody with a great feeling of power.
Watch: Stay For Tomorrow share new video for ‘The Fallout’
In August 2026, Stay For Tomorrow released ‘Nuisance’, a hard hitting single that paired massive sounding, grunge influenced riffs with thoughtful lyrics concerning mental health issues and the importance of staying positive. In terms of presenting a full picture, it quickly became one of the Scottish rock band’s most important recordings.
Watch: Dead Wells share video for new single ‘Cold Seas’
They’ve received comparisons to Joy Division and Nadine Shah, gained support from Guy Garvey and released a very strong debut with ‘Stain’. Now, indie rock newcomers Dead Wells are back with the wonderfully bleak ‘Cold Seas’.