If you’re a fan of metal and hard rock, you won’t want to miss these essential tracks by Frail Body, LIVEALIE, and Purest Form. Each of these bands brings their unique sound and energy to the genre, making them must-listen artists for any metalhead.
Heavy Song of the Week is a feature on Heavy Consequence breaking down the top metal and hard rock tracks you need to hear every Friday. This week, the top spot goes to Job for a Cowboy’s “Beyond the Chemical Doorway.”
Job for a Cowboy made a triumphant return last year with their first new music in nearly a decade. Their comeback single, “The Agony Seeping Storm”, was hailed as one of the strongest heavy songs of 2023, generating significant excitement for the band’s new album, Moon Healer.
The third single and album opener, “Beyond the Chemical Doorway”, delves into the larger concept behind the LP — a complex and psychological story heavily influenced by Gnosticism. The song’s lyrics serve as an exploration of the religious ideology, with frontman Jonny Davy serving as narrator.
This is not your average metal track; with its twisting, spastic prog-metal arrangement and wild vocal performance by Davy, it feels more like an epic journey in just over four minutes.
Honorable Mentions:
Frail Body – “Refrain”
Illinois’ Frail Body blurs the lines between screamo and black metal with their latest single, “Refrain.” The band pushes the boundaries of both genres, creating a dynamic and intense listening experience that’s worth checking out.
LIVEALIE – “Forget-Me-Not”
Former Oceans Ate Alaska frontman James Harrison has resurfaced with LIVEALIE, delivering a new deathcore sound that’s both powerful and emotional. Their debut single, “Forget-Me-Not”, showcases the band’s talent for blending clean singing with brutal screams, creating a captivating metalcore experience.
Purest Form – “Broke” ***[EMBARGOED till 10 AM ET]***
Purest Form is a new industrial band with members from various underground acts, offering a fresh take on the genre. Their debut single, “Broke”, features harsh synths and relentless drum machine beats, drawing comparisons to iconic bands like Depeche Mode and Nine Inch Nails.
Overall, these tracks are just a taste of what the metal and hard rock scene has to offer, showcasing the genre’s diversity and creativity. Whether you’re a longtime metal fan or new to the scene, there’s something for everyone in these releases.
For more on the history of metal music and its cultural impact, be sure to explore the roots of heavy metal, from its beginnings in the late 1960s to its evolution into various subgenres and global influence. Metal has long been a driving force in music, offering a platform for artists to express their creativity and connect with audiences on a deep, emotional level.
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