we’re heading into march with a fresh wave of rock this week that swings between industrial weight, punk and a bit of melodic drive. it’s four tracks that hit hard, so let’s dive right in.
Fire – Blade of Thorns
“blade of thorns forge fantastic industrial rock intensity with fearless emotional bite”
fire opens on crushing low tuned riffs and driving drums before pulling back into more exposed, melodic passages. there’s a lovely discordant vibe, blended with intimate vocal moments, which gives the track its unique pulse. it skilfully balances brute force with just the right amount of vulnerability.
blade of thorns build their sound on gritty progressive and industrial rock textures. centred on the idea that words can wound deeper than flames, this release channels pain into power and sets the tone for their upcoming album. essential stuff.
thank u for making this blade of thorns 🔥
Time – What Did You Expect?
“what did you expect? deliver the best kind of sharp, self-aware punk with restless drive”
time starts from stripped back acoustic foundations before erupting into a brilliantly frenetic punk energy and urgent full band punch. the pacing mirrors its theme, shifting from reflection to release in a matter of bars.
what did you expect?, the london punk and alt-rock project, mark a new era with this track. wrestling with ageing, ambition and creative persistence, the single lays down a clear statement of intent for what comes next. it’s a genuinely great introspective tune, and we can’t wait to hear more of this.
thank u for making this what did you expect? ⚡
Tidal Wave Of Love – Vincent J. Rigney
“vincent j. rigney brings the heart to deliver a brilliant rock statement“
tidal wave of love flows on warm guitar tones and a steady rhythmic backbone, building into a sweeping, melodic chorus. it’s fun, romantic and rocky, and what better combo is there than that. it’s got a lovely lift in the arrangement that mirrors the devotion at its core.
vincent j. rigney, recording in his hometown of corby, northamptonshire, leans into themes of healing and deep affection here. collaborating with local and uk artists, this release captures a personal story through classic rock storytelling.
thank u for making this vincent j. rigney 🌊
Violet Hill – Osiris Lights
“osiris lights reimagine coldplay’s violet hill with a brilliantly unique progressive crunch and soaring hooks”
violet hill is reshaped through thick, driving guitars and a dark rhythmic undercurrent, leaning into the song’s natural tension. melodic vocals build through the heavier arrangement, while a punchy breakdown adds real impact. it’s an impressive cover, with their own unique take coming through clearly.
osiris lights, known for blending pop sensibility with progressive rock and metal muscle, bring their signature balance of melody and heaviness to this cover. by giving the track a deeper, more powerful frame, they stamp their identity firmly onto a world famous song. it’s great.
thank u for making this osiris lights 🤘
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