Castle Rat's fantasy-themed heavy metal is featured on the 2024 edition of Viking's Choice. Courtney B Hall/Courtesy of the artist hide caption
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Brazilian singer Luiza Brina's album Prece includes a lyrical command to embrace risk, and to learn from the journey upon which it sets you. Daniela Paoliello/Courtesy of the artist hide caption
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070 Shake's Modus Vivendi is one of the best albums of the month. Courtesy of the artist hide caption
Andy Shauf. His latest full-length, The Neon Skyline, is on our shortlist of the best albums out on Jan. 24. Colin Medley/Courtesy of the artist hide caption
A ripping track from Nosebleed's Outside Looking In 7-inch single is featured on this week's playlist. Courtesy of the artist hide caption
Daniel Bachman's self-titled LP is among the year's best solo guitar releases. YouTube hide caption