Jason Dunn: “Formerly Known As…” Album Review
For fans of “Hawk Nelson” in the 2000s, you won’t want to miss former frontman Jason Dunn’s latest solo release, Formerly Known As... Jason writes about family, relationships, and current culture in this highly acclaimed album. Full of nostalgic pop-punk, fresh riffs, and emotional lyrics, it’s the perfect soundtrack for this summer.
Grave Robber: “Black Roses” EP Review
Grave Robber is an unconventional Christian "horror punk" band that wears masks to symbolize how people hide their inner misery. Their short 2026 EP, Black Roses, blends energetic, danceable punk rock with spooky theatricality, using horror film concepts as allegories for faith, sin, and doubt.
ALTIRA: “Death Of Fear” EP Review
For fans of Fireflight, a popular female-fronted Christian rock band, lead singer Dawn Michele is back with her new band, ALTIRA. This EP has it all, thundering drums, tight guitar riffs, and soaring vocals. You’ll go on a lyrics journey through abuse, passion, judgment and ultimately triumph.
Relent: “Suffer” EP Review
Led by former Ill Niño frontman Miggy, San Antonio nu-metal duo Relent put out a heavy new independent EP called Suffer. Just five short tracks, but a great mix of aggressive riffs, rap-rock, and electronic beats that pairs a ton of raw energy with honest lyrics about personal struggles and faith.
I Am The Pendragon: “Titans” Album Review
Titans, the third conceptual release from Midwestern rockers I Am The Pendragon, is an intense, faith-driven exploration of spiritual warfare and the end times. Fronted by Jerrod Cunningham (who pulls double duty as the vocalist for XIII Minutes) and backed by his talented 16-year-old son on drums, the band blends technical, futuristic guitar work with a gritty 90s, 2000s, and southern rock-inspired sound.
idle threat: “you’ll forget the sun” Album Review
The Nashville rock band idle threat spent five years creating their sophomore album, you'll forget the sun. The record mixes heavy rock with gentle, folk-style melodies and features guest vocals from members of Haste the Day, Silent Planet, My Epic, and Meadows. Lyrically, the songs honestly explore difficult struggles with faith, grief, and doubt, but ultimately bring a powerful message of hope and peace through hard times.
Haste The Day: “Dissenter” Album Review
After a decade away, Haste The Day returns with Dissenter, a post-apocalyptic concept album structured in three acts: realization, rage, and escape. Produced by vocalist Stephen Keech, the record blends the band’s signature metalcore sound with experimental punk influences and technical electronics.
The Tarnished: “Death For Death” EP Review
The Tarnished’s new EP, Death for Death, is a solid 19-minute run of heavy metalcore. Taking cues from the style of bands like Pantera and Hatebreed, the tracks feature aggressive percussion and guest vocals from members of Advent and Meadows. The project moves smoothly from the high-energy opener "Flamethrower" to the more rhythmic, weightier feel of "Pharos," making for a cohesive listen from start to finish. It’s a strong showing for the band and a great pick for anyone looking to update their rotation with something new.
Collective Dust: “Do People Even Use CD’s Anymore?” EP Review
Collective Dust is a five-piece band from Clarksville, TN, dedicated to resurrecting the 2000s "crabcore" aesthetic. Their latest EP, Do People Even Use CDs Anymore?, is a high-energy blend of synth-heavy breakdowns, scene nostalgia, and surprisingly deep theological roots.
Meet Your Maker: “Hallowed” Album Review
Meet Your Maker delivers a relentless "heavy worship" experience on their debut album, Hallowed, blending aggressive UK metal with deeply spiritual themes. The record pairs thunderous instrumentation and gritty gutturals with thought-provoking lyrics that tackle spiritual warfare and devotion.
Grace Graber: “Punk x Praise, Vol. 1” Album Review
Following her viral success on social media, Grace Graber has released Punk X Praise, Vol. 1, an eight-track album that reimagines popular worship anthems through a pop-punk lens. Produced by Josiah Prince of Disciple, the project features seven energetic covers and one original track, blending a "classic" punk sound reminiscent of bands like Hawk Nelson and Stellar Kart with modern worship lyrics.
Unbroken Reign: “The Sins We Keep Alive” Album Review
Teenage Christian metal band Unbroken Reign has released a standout concept album, The Sins We Keep Alive, which mirrors the biblical timeline from Creation to Revelation. The album has potential as an Album of the Year contender, with technical maturity, "filthy" breakdowns, and seamless blend of brutal metalcore with theatrical, scriptural storytelling.
Fear Not: “The Blind Leading The Blind” EP Review
Thirty-eight years after their debut in the early Christian metal scene, Fear Not returns with The Blind Leading the Blind, a high-octane five-song EP released through Roxx and Resurrection Records. This project marks the second collaboration with lead vocalist Eddie Green, following last year’s Weight of the World.
XIII Minutes: New Single “Panic”
Following a prolific 2025, Oklahoma-based rockers XIII Minutes return with their latest single, "Panic," a track that blends 2000s-inspired hard rock with a raw exploration of internal conflict. Featuring jagged riffs and driving percussion, the song marks a successful transition for the band as John Watson takes the lead on guitar writing.
Amen: “Imperative Love” Album Review
Caleb Birchmore, performing under the moniker Amen, is a rising solo artist in the Christian industrial metal scene. Following the success of his 2025 debut This-day, Birchmore has released a new seven-track project titled Imperative Love. This album delivers a powerful industrial sound, blending technical guitar riffs with mechanical synths and diverse vocal styles.
THROWBACK - Meadows: “Familiar With Pain” Album Review
Released on Good Friday 2024, Meadows’ Familiar with Pain is a conceptually ambitious metal album that serves as a journey through the events of Holy Week. The record balances thundering vocals and gritty guitar riffs with a deep, theologically-rich lyrical foundation.
To Fight For: New Single “Alive”
"Alive" is the latest hard-hitting single from the Nashville rock duo To Fight For. The track combines relentless metalcore energy with a message of letting go of past regrets to find new life through Christ.
Brotality: “Wormsign” EP Review
Brotality’s latest EP, Wormsign, marks a significant milestone for the New York-based trio, solidifying their reputation as one of the most consistent and hardworking acts in the modern Christian metal scene. Following their 2022 full-length release, The Woods Will End You, this five-track EP showcases a band that is rapidly evolving, blending technical thrash and groove metal with a more refined, mature sound.
Seventh Day Slumber: “Thy Kingdom Come” Album Review
In their 15th overall release, Seventh Day Slumber continues their streak of transforming contemporary worship staples into high-octane rock anthems. Thy Kingdom Come breathes new life into tracks by artists like Brandon Lake and Phil Wickham, swapping "CCM polish" for raw power chords, double-bass drumming, and Joseph Rojas’s signature deep, gravelly vocals. While a few tracks play it safe, the album remains a solid addition to the band's discography that successfully brings a rock-and-roll edge to modern worship.
The Caballerials: “Waxed Curbs & Suburbs” EP Review
The Caballerials bring 90s skate-punk nostalgia to their remastered EP, Waxed Curbs & Suburbs. It is a high-energy tribute to legends like Steve Caballero built for fans of classic, faith-driven pop-punk hooks. By combining raw power chords with optimistic lyrics, the band offers a fresh sound perfect for a summer drive.