Another massive week for metal releases is upon us, with several highly anticipated albums and EPs arriving on March 27. Here is a look at the most notable drops heading your way this Friday.
Leading the charge is BLACK LABEL SOCIETY with "Engines of Demolition," the latest offering from Zakk Wylde's long-running outfit. Wylde's signature blend of crushing riffs and bluesy solos has been a reliable force in heavy metal for decades, and early previews suggest this album continues that tradition with renewed vigor.
Scottish one-man black and speed metal project HELLRIPPER unleashes "Coronach," building on the momentum of previous albums that established mastermind James McBain as one of the most exciting figures in underground extreme metal. The project's blend of first-wave black metal fury with speed metal precision has earned a devoted following.
CARNIVORE A.D. arrive with their debut EP "Transmutation," carrying the spiritual legacy of the legendary Peter Steele-fronted crossover thrash band into new territory. While no one can replace Steele, the project aims to channel the raw aggression and dark humor that made the original CARNIVORE such a cult favorite.
Beyond these headliners, the week also sees releases from across the metal spectrum, spanning death metal, doom, progressive, and traditional heavy metal. The first quarter of 2026 has been remarkably strong for new releases, and this week continues that trend with no signs of slowing.
Check your preferred streaming platforms and local record stores on Friday for these and many more new arrivals. In a week already packed with major tour and album announcements, the actual music keeps flowing.