2025 Albums
Music publication Rolling Stone has released its list of the 15 best metal albums from 2025, highlighting both mainstream and underground acts. The selection features prominent releases from bands like Ghost and Deftones alongside lesser-known groups such as Runemagick and Chepang. While metal's presence remains limited in the magazine's overall top 100 albums, this dedicated ranking showcases the genre's diverse strengths.
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Hypebeast published its selection of 50 influential albums from 2025 on December 23, dividing them into debuts, comebacks, heavy-hitters, collaborations, and hidden gems. Unlike 2024, dominated by one standout release, 2025 featured collective artistry that blurred genres and sparked cultural discussions. The list spotlights emerging talents and established acts pushing creative boundaries.