While we are finally done looking back on 2023, we’re set on the future. We gathered 10 album releases in 2024 that were already confirmed that we’re collectively very excited about.
Saxon – Hell, Fire and Damnation
RELEASE DATE: January 19th, 2024
SAXON, a legend in the heavy metal scene, is ready to unleash “Hell, Fire, and Damnation.” Fans can expect the band to deliver their trademark powerful and anthemic metal, continuing their legacy with another hard-hitting release.
Persefone – Lingua Ignota: Part I
RELEASE DATE: February 2nd, 2024
PERSEFONE‘s “Lingua Ignota: Part I” promises to be quite the listening journey, as the progressive metal band consistently delivers intricate musical narratives. With their previous work, “metanoia,” setting a high standard, expectations are soaring for this latest installment.
Infected Rain – Time
RELEASE DATE: February 9th, 2024
“Time” by INFECTED RAIN is poised to captivate audiences with the band’s dynamic fusion of metal genres. Expectations are high for the Moldovan group, known for their powerful vocals and energetic performances.
The Pineapple Thief – It Leads to This
RELEASE DATE: February 9th, 2024
The enigmatic title “It Leads to This” from THE PINEAPPLE THIEF hints at a journey into introspection and emotion. Fans of the progressive rock group eagerly await the atmospheric and thought-provoking compositions this album is likely to deliver.
Ihsahn – Ihsahn
RELEASE DATE: February 16th, 2024
Ihsahn‘s upcoming self-titled solo album is eagerly awaited by black metal fans, anticipating the innovative and progressive elements for which the EMPEROR frontman is renowned.
The Artistocrats – Duck
RELEASE DATE: February 16th, 2024
With a cheeky title like “Duck,” THE ARISTOCRATS signal a playful approach to their music. Known for their virtuosic instrumentation and genre-defying compositions, fans are eagerly awaiting to quack open the musical surprises this album is sure to offer.
Amaranthe – The Catalyst
RELEASE DATE: February 23rd, 2024
Sweden’s AMARANTHE‘s “The Catalyst” promises to be a catalyst for a new wave of metal. With their signature blend of melodic metal and electronic elements, fans are excited to witness the band’s evolution and the sonic landscapes they’ll explore.
Bruce Dickinson – The Mandrake Project
RELEASE DATE: March 1st, 2024
IRON MAIDEN‘s frontman Bruce Dickinson ventures into a solo project with “The Mandrake Project,” almost 20 years after his last solo album. Fans are curious to see the legendary singer’s artistic exploration beyond MAIDEN, anticipating a unique and compelling musical experience.
Judas Priest – Invincible Shield
RELEASE DATE: March 8th, 2024
Anticipation runs high for the legendary JUDAS PRIEST as they prepare to unleash “Invincible Shield.” Fans are eager to experience the band’s iconic heavy metal sound and see how they continue to push boundaries in the metal genre.
Myrath – Karma
RELEASE DATE: March 8th, 2024
Tunisian metal outfit MYRATH is set to unleash “Karma,” another chapter that most likely will promote their culturally rich approach to their music. Known for blending metal with Middle Eastern influences, fans are ready for another spellbinding journey of blazing desert metal.
Written by Laureline Tilkin
