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BEST NEW HEAVY SONGS OF March 2023

I always say “Versatile” wouldn’t be in my name if it weren’t for my eclectic interests, musically and otherwise. And this list of the top new heavy songs of March 2023 DEFINITELY speaks to that theme of my life. With new releases from Overkill, Invent Animate, and so many more – this is truly the playlist with a little something for every heavy music lover. There’s even new Winger and Last In Line in here for my classic metal lovers!...

Best New Heavy Songs of February 2023

As VV tradition goes, the end of the month means one thing. It’s time to celebrate our favorite new rock and metal releases by headbanging to the Best New Heavy Songs of February 2023. So whether you’re moshing in your living room or blasting this playlist on your way to work, remember to protect the neck while the music takes you over. And as always, there’s a little something for everyone in this playlist. From new Megadeth and Butcher Babies,...

Best New Heavy Songs of January 2023

2022 was definitely a year for the record books, but musically and personally here for yours truly. But you can’t get rid of VV that easily. That’s actually something this list of the best new heavy songs of January 2023 and I have in common. For heavy music lovers, January brought us massive collaboration tracks like “Argent Justice” from Distant, Suicide Silence, Emmure, and a TON of other amazing heavy bands. We also were blessed with highly anticipated new music...

Best Metal Albums of 2022

As always, we’re ending 2022 with our final Best of Celebration. And this time, it’s the best metal albums of 2022. Honestly, there were a bunch of great albums this released this year. But I ultimately narrowed this list down to my top 10 that I just couldn’t stop listening to this year. I also just briefly want to say there were so many underground metal releases this year that I really love. Some of which you’ll be hearing about...

Best Metal EPs of 2022

In 2022, I found myself actually listening to more EPs than albums on a regular basis. So needless to say, the metal releases on this list have all been in my regular rotation this year. Which made ranking them even more difficult! But this list of the best metal EPs of 2022 are easily some of my favorite releases of the year. So without further ado, let’s get into my top 5 metal EPs of 2022. 5. Veska – V...

Top New Heavy Songs of December 2022

Man, did December 2022 end with a (head)BANG! At the last minute, we received new, unexpected releases from bands like The Acacia Strain, Zeal & Ardor, and more. And it’s all included on this list of the best new heavy songs of December 2022. This edition of NMM, is significantly shorter than those released earlier this year. Simply because new releases tend to slow down significantly in December. And because this edition is being released before the month is over....

Top New Heavy Songs of November 2022

Things always seem to slow down a bit as the year draws to a close. But this month’s New Music Monthly playlist proves that heavy music never loses its steam. I mean after all, we did get some brand new Metallica that is the epitome of full throttle. Plus we even had intensely heavy album releases from bands like Ingested and so many others. And if you missed any of it, don’t worry. Because this list of the top new...

Ingested Ashes Lie Still Album Review

In today’s YouTube video, I’m sharing my first impression thoughts with you on the new Ingested album, Ashes Lie Still. Watch my review below and don’t forget to subscribe to my channel so you never miss a video! CHECK OUT MY ETSY SHOP! As an independent publication, The Versatile Virgo is supported by its audience. Check out my Etsy shop for some cool merch to help support my mission to spread the word about heavy music, and all the cool things that come with it! OTHER...

TOP NEW HEAVY SONGS OF October 2022

The spookiest month of the year of course brings new heavy music with spooky themes. So naturally, you’ll find some music from this list of the top heavy songs of October 2022 also on my Heavy Halloween playlist, along with some other spooky metal classics.  But this edition of New Music Monthly also brings us a wide variety of new songs to headbang to, whether it’s new Lamb of God, Gojira, or one of the other amazing bands on this...