Release date: September 18, 2026 Record label: Nuclear Blast Records Riff Doctor’s Score: RRRR1/2 (4.5/5) Diagnosis Ten years is a hell of a long time to wait for a new Anthrax record. Thankfully, Cursum Perficio sounds like a band making up for lost time. More importantly, it doesn't sound like five veterans simply protecting their legacy. Anthrax sound hungry, ridiculously tight and willing to push beyond the formula that made them one of thrash metal's Big Four. In fact,

This week comes loaded with heavy hitters. Anthrax end a decade-long wait, Falling in Reverse assemble one of the year’s most outrageous collaborations, while Architects, Trivium, Royal Blood and Nothing But Thieves all bring something new to the table. Turn it up—these are The Best New Riffs of the Week. Anthrax – “Cursum Perficio” On the eve of their first album in a decade, Anthrax unleash its six-minute title track, “Cursum Perficio”. Darker and more reflective than a str

Happy New Music Friday! Another week, another excuse to turn the volume all the way up. This week's selection brings together some of heavy music's biggest names alongside one of its most intriguing newcomers. From anonymous modern metal and old-school thrash to a legendary collaboration and one of this week's most anticipated album releases, these are the tracks that have dominated our speakers over the last few days. Don't forget to check out our THE RIFF Spotify playlist a

Within Temptation, Iron Maiden and Sabaton led an outstanding weekend

Saturday began very differently from the previous two days. Before even setting foot inside the festival grounds, Hellfest had already made the headlines. A relentless heatwave sweeping across much of France had pushed temperatures to a sweltering 37°C, forcing the organisers to make the unusual decision to cancel the traditional fireworks display planned for Sunday night due to the extreme wildfire risk. The bad news did not end there. The previous afternoon it had been conf

Iron Maiden sets Athens ablaze as the “Run For Your Lives” tour returns.