Eight years and several line-up changes later, US hardcore titans NAILS return with an unapologetically primal take on the band’s signature sound while introducing fresh ideas that push their artistic vision forward. Where some might say it doesn’t hit in the same way as their earlier material, ‘Every Bridge Burning’ finds newfound purpose in identifying different ways to inflict pain. A statement of intent from one of the scene’s legacy acts.

In their most accessible release yet, Fontaines D.C. enters a new phase with their captivating fourth album, showcasing their most thoughtful and intricately crafted work to date. 'Romance' serves as an unreliable encyclopedia of love, exploring themes of sensuality, identity crisis, and ideological decay - all while finding solace in surrendering oneself into the unknown as long as their passion for love remains. A pop hook for a punk heart.

Where their mainstream relevance has diminished, KING 810 make it up in spades with ambitious ideas, high-quality execution and an earnest continuation of their signature sound. A rewarding experience for those who are willing to let themselves be surprised.

Arriving on the summer solstice, 'Les Chants De L’Aurore' unmistakably captures the essence of late summer - blending warmth with a touch of melancholy, as we bask in the final brilliant sunlight before darkness encroaches. This is Alcest's most luminous album yet, both in sound and spirit.

Understanding how underground rock’s most controversial figure managed to distinguish between the man from the persona, unlocks the indelible significance of his work in the counterculture.

No singles, no advance copies, no tour dates – unapologetically real, the new Shellac record serves as an untimely epitaph to one of the last remaining punk outfits that helped shape the term and all that it entails.

Modern problems demand for modern solutions, and The Plot in You successfully tiptoe between producing high-quality material on a constant basis whilst maintaining urgency around their name.