From iconic veterans breaking new creative ground to rising voices reshaping the sound of modern guitar music, this year’s rock landscape has been nothing short of extraordinary.
2025 has delivered a wave of albums that span decades, styles, and sensibilities… yet all share a commitment to authenticity and invention. Whether through raw emotion, genre fusion, nostalgic reinvention, or bold experimentation, these artists prove that rock remains a living, evolving force, as vital today as ever.
Suede - Antidepressants - Indie Album of the Year
Formed in London in 1989, Suede continue to impress with their tenth studio album, Antidepressants, produced once again by longtime collaborator Ed Buller. Described by frontman Brett Anderson as “broken music for broken people,” the album may be the band's darkest yet lyrically, exploring themes of morality over atmospheric instrumentals. With post-punk influences running through the album, notable tracks “Disintegrate” and the title track, "Antidepressants", beautifully showcase Richard Oakes’ guitar work and Anderson’s intimate storytelling, all anchored by a solid rhythm section. Raw and dynamic, Antidepressants is proof that Suede are still at their best.
By Alex E.
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Alice Cooper - The Revenge of Alice Cooper
For the first time in over 50 years, Alice Cooper and the original band reunite to bring rock 'n' roll back from the shadows! The Revenge of Alice Cooper is a high-voltage journey into vintage horror and classic '70s shock rock. Together, they've created an album packed with the sound, energy, and mischief that made them legendary. In a truly special moment, Glen Buxton, the band's original guitarist who passed away in 1997, makes a posthumous appearance through unreleased recordings, seamlessly blending the past with the present. The 2025 album is a celebration of friendship, nostalgia, and the sound that made Alice Cooper a rock icon. From the venomous bite of "Black Mamba," to the rebellious charge of "Wild Ones," and the soft, haunting melodies of "See You on the Other Side," every track feels like a lost rock 'n' roll classic.
By Jamie D.
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Van Morrison - Remembering Now
With Remembering Now, Van Morrison returns to the transcendent, uncategorisable rhapsodies that make him unique. Soul, jazz, blues, folk, country - this is music in conversation with all of them but limited by none. Its rich with hallmarks of classic Van Morrison, from dominant themes of love in spirit with the great "Someone Like You" (the escapist romance of "Once In A Lifetime Feelings", the self-deprecating candour of "The Only Love I Ever Need Is Yours") to specific references to locations from his youth in the title track and "Stomping Ground". The title of another song, "When the Rains Came", echoes a lyric from his classic "Brown Eyed Girl".
By Connor C.
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Biffy Clyro - Futique
Scottish rock heavyweights Biffy Clyro deliver yet again on their tenth album, 'Futique', an introspective masterpiece. Coined from 'Future' and 'Antique' the title reflects the album's theme of cherishing enduring relationships and memories. 'Futique' is a record in which their greatest strengths loom large: towering choruses, searing vulnerability, explosive dynamics and classic unexpected sonic curveballs. Their fourth number 1 record in the UK, the album is full of songs that are simultaneously immediate and deep, proving once again why they are Britain's most consistently inventive band.
By Kevin B.
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Manic Street Preachers - Critical Thinking
Critical Thinking finds Manic Street Preachers sounding as sharp and self-aware as ever! A rush of reflection and defiance wrapped in soaring guitars and bold melodies. It’s an album that feels both urgent and assured, full of the band’s trademark mix of grit and grace, reminding us why their voice still hits so hard after all these years. A modern classic.
By Saoirse H.
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Twenty One Pilots - Breach
Breach marks the conclusion of the Clancy saga, blending alternative rock, electropop, and hip-hop elements. Standout tracks like "City Walls", "RAWFEAR", and "The Contract" showcase the duo's signature sound. The album delves into themes of mental health and self-discovery, offering a dynamic listening experience. With its intricate production and emotive lyrics, Breach solidifies Twenty One Pilots' place in the contemporary music landscape.
By Steven T.
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Yungblud - Idols
There isn’t much that Yungblud can’t put on his rock CV - sold out tours, headlined festivals around the globe (including his own music festival), number-one albums in seven countries, opening a shop in London’s famed Denmark Street, and counting the late Ozzy Osbourne as a close friend. Never one to conform, Yungblud described his highly anticipated fourth album Idols as 'a project with no limitations', marking his boldest and most ambitious work yet.
By Jamie D.
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Bryan Adams - Roll With The Punches
Bryan Adams’ Roll With The Punches is Adams at full throttle. Gritty, raw, and bursting with that classic rock ‘n’ roll spirit. The title track sets the tone with pure swagger, while songs like Life Is Beautiful and Will We Ever Be Friends Again cut deep with heart and honesty. It’s loud, unapologetic, and feels like Adams is having the time of his life behind the mic. A proper, turn-it-up record that proves he’s still got it.
By Ben A.
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Richard Ashcroft - Lovin’ You
Richard Ashcroft’s Lovin’ You marks his return with a genre-blending album that fuses electro-dance, acoustic ballads, and samples from icons like Joan Armatrading and Mason Williams. Collaborating with Mirwais, Ashcroft delivers emotionally resonant tracks that showcase his evolving sound and enduring artistry. The album explores themes of love and hope, reflecting Ashcroft’s creative evolution.
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The Charlatans - We Are Love
On We Are Love, The Charlatans embrace soulful optimism with a laid-back confidence that only a band of their vintage can muster, blending warm psychedelia, Northern soul grooves, and breezy indie pop. Tim Burgess’s eternally boyish vocals radiate hope without tipping into saccharine, while the band sounds looser and lighter than they have in years. The album features exciting collaborations with the acclaimed Dev Hynes and renowned producer Stephen Street. It’s a return to form and a statement of intent - all we need is love.
By Connor C.
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Geese - Getting Killed
Brooklyn’s Geese are a hard band to nail down. On past efforts they’ve offered nervy post punk, theatrical 70’s rock and tender songwriting. This time they break free from all of their previous molds, emerging as one of the wildest and inventive rock bands in recent memory.
By Connor C.
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