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New Rock Roundup Vol 45

This is our brand new weekly feature (Normally) on a Monday! The New Rock Roundup will rank the latest releases spanning across the world of rock music. With entries from rock, metal, metalcore, punk, pop punk, alternative and indie!

There will be a brief explanation about why I (Fox) enjoy the song in question from each category before I rank them at the end in terms of my own preference. I would love to hear your own person ranking as well as why you agree with or disagree with my comments.

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New Rock Roundup

Rock

Marmozets – Cut Back.

It is no secret I am a fan of all things Marmozets, the band and the animal alike! I really enjoy the contrast between styles in this track and the electronic elements are truly interesting. The best news of 2026 was their return!

https://open.spotify.com/track/7x7leJBVK5ptTfsYiDL14s?si=24a1c9b606fa4c75

Metal

Atreyu ft Soulfly & Max Cavalera – Childen Of Light.

This is a really interesting track by Atreyu, not to mention the Soulfly collab and Max Cavalera previously of Sepultura!. I like the blend between the influences from all involved here, it’s not just another Atreyu song that is for sure!

https://open.spotify.com/track/16vHgP2qsRuhMdhx7JUA7S?si=dfb4ec33b0754c8c

Metalcore

Florence Black – Half The World Away.

As far as Florence Black goes this song feels absolutely massive! In terms of its like 4x harder than anything they have put out before. The song returns to type like half way through but I like that they are not playing things safe. Harsh vocals are not what I think of when I think of Florence Black which I do OFTEN!

https://open.spotify.com/track/7GYXEjtMkqzLGm7uKztvQ8?si=3af7b54e97a94a51

Punk

Wasted Youth Club – Poison Cup.

The riff that kicks this song off is a killer! When the drums and bass fills it out whoa this is tasty. Vocally this is punky, quick paced and full of attitude. I just looked the band up and they have 2000 monthly listeners! MADNESS, they are so good.

https://open.spotify.com/track/0kBMpsxWPLd7zKIVMlESbY?si=06c4249099794c9a

Pop Punk

Faber Drive – Died In Your Arms.

Ok so everyone knows this song, it’s a cover. But covers can be great too! Faber Drive previously have passed me by but if this song is anything to go by I think I need to start paying closer attention. You do too!

https://open.spotify.com/track/1oFf5TosZPg3qd9al5A1aF?si=d656f6b430c04bec

Alternative

Black Oak County – Energy.

Energy is the correct name for this song! It has tonnes of it, with massive guitars, pounding drums and a voice that gets you headbanging. Whoosh!

https://open.spotify.com/track/1qfTYlYFUxLJLF2JfnwWJY?si=1893fb75ddb44be7

Indie

Kurt Vile – Chance To Bleed.

It’s time to get laid back for this one! Slow vibes, great guitarss, a real Indie feel. Love it.

https://open.spotify.com/track/6jGus0lgXFwZGQ9aNAhOFw?si=e933edf7f61d4697

Fox’s Ranking

1st Place: Wasted Youth Club

2nd Place: Florence Black

3rd Place: Marmozets

4th Place: Black Oak County

5th Place: Faber Drive

6th Place: Atreyu

7th Place: Kurt Vile

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2XNSN4wu2Zvhh19VzWdjfH?si=ec9729e89d1b4b00

Let us know if you agree with the ranking and the comments about each song!

All rights to the songs in this post are retained by the recording artist. This site claims no rights over them.

In What Ways Has Rock Influenced Non-Western Music?

Rock didn’t just take over in the West it also spread to the East but locals created styles that merged with their own culture. All driven by Rock’s energy.

It Fuses With Traditional Sounds

Bands such as Bloodywood blend heavy metal riffs with Indian Folk instruments and Themes. “Ari Ari” is a fantastic example of a guitar sitting alongside dhol rhythms and Punjabi style vocals. The best part is it never feels forced.

https://open.spotify.com/track/601bodiImoewNKl7vaq43x?si=d021770c21074394

Another great example is The HU, who mix rock with throat singing showing how rock can adapt entirely to different musical traditions.

https://open.spotify.com/track/3yBr5dRJAbjppfxZg3OUWZ?si=437a94a7cc294646

It Keeps The Energy But Changes The Voice

Rock’s natural aggression and structure is carried over, but the message becomes local in nature. Cui Jian used it for social expression in “Nothing To My Name”. Whereas One Ok Rock formed it into a modern, global sounding hit with “The Beginning”.

https://open.spotify.com/track/2vAuqfENmrnySgcKHAwsZJ?si=3a2a63302beb48a0

Rock isn’t about being the same, the artists in the East took the foundations and reshaped it into something meaningful to them. Bands like Bloodywood prove that the blend with local identity can create something completely original and more to the point brilliant!

This Week’s Tunes Vol – 82

Welcome to our weekly post dedicated to what each member of the team has been listening to. Delve into the inner workings of what comes out of the speaker at Fox Reviews Rock HQ!

What’s more is that every song in these posts will end up on a dedicated Spotify playlist. Meaning you can catch up on all our favourite new tunes!

There are now over 180 songs in this features playlist now! Don’t forget to give it a follow…

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5sOTw56Kj3Nq5w6t1YSO3C?si=87a801548cd44b7e

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Fox

Finger Eleven – Paralyzer.

The chorus of this song is absolutely huge! With a funky bass and guitar tone throughout this goes much heavier than the instruments give off. I know no more songs by the band, but I dont know why as this is ace.

https://open.spotify.com/track/28IEbk5a7twNTbUEvWslUb?si=7e1d225bbd844fe2

Rex

St Jimmy

Cozzer

Did you enjoy this week’s songs? Let us know which song you liked the most in the comments! Also, share your personal experiences with those artists. Suggest any tunes you think we should listen to for next week!

All the songs used in this post belong to the relevant artists and this website claim not right over them.

Judging By The Cover: Vol – 33

This is the series where we give you an abstract description of some of the most famous rock and metal album’s art! See the description below and try to see if you can figure out what we are describing… Let us know what it is in the comments!

Album Art Description

A lady is lying down with her arms on her chest as if she is dead. The same could be same for her expression. The colour of the album is predominantly green. However the band name and the album name are written at the top in pink.

Previous Weeks Answer

https://open.spotify.com/album/75ol9OP8bJaRqzGimpFHDm?si=0WG9LRKySNCyfJ1cLiJbZA

All rights to the music in this post are retained by the recording artist. This site claims no rights over them.

Battle Of The Bands – Watain vs Down

When we genuinely adore a band, it’s essential to stand by them! In this series, we’ll pit two bands against one another. Use the comments section to champion your favorite and proudly show your allegiance! Engage with others’ opinions, share fascinating facts, and recount your experiences with the bands. Now, put on your war paint and prepare for battle!

https://open.spotify.com/track/4vK7YxgpYLEU97fA3M3EeI?si=9c143be0e8b84e23

https://open.spotify.com/track/0n3iMDinxSVg3WbOBajMaH?si=4b5b32e9fafe402d

Make sure to let us know which of the two bands you prefer in the comments, your opinions matter to us!

We claim no rights over the songs used in this post , and all rights are retained by the relevant band/artist.