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

Record Label: Century Media Records Release Date: 7 August 2026 The Riff Doctor’s Score: RRRR½ Electric Callboy are one of those rare bands with a personality so distinctive that you know exactly who you're listening to within seconds. They prove that musical extremes don't just coexist – they blend together naturally, and, just to make things even more entertaining, they wrap it all in a healthy dose of humour. Their formula sounds simple on paper but is incredibly difficult

Happy New Music Friday! Another week, another excuse to turn the volume all the way up. This week's selection proves that great riffs come in many different forms. Whether it's modern hard rock, metalcore with a sense of humour, arena rock, or the unmistakable sound of the man who helped invent heavy metal, there's plenty to get excited about. These are the tracks that have dominated our speakers over the past few days. Hit play, enjoy the videos below, and don't forget to fo

German metal sensation Electric Callboy have unveiled 'Let The Good Times Roll', the latest single from their upcoming album TANZNEID, due for release on August 7 via Century Media. The track sees the band joined by The Offspring frontman Dexter Holland, blending Electric Callboy's trademark mix of crushing riffs, infectious pop hooks and electronic flourishes with Holland's unmistakable punk-rock vocals. Speaking about the collaboration, the band said: "The Offspring have be

Out on August 7, 2026 via Century Media Records