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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 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 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...

New Lamb of God Album Omens Review

In today’s YouTube video, I’m giving you my first impression thoughts on the new Lamb of God album, Omens. Watch my review below and on’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 APPLICABLE...

Slipknot The End So Far Album Review

Slipknot has finally released their super highly anticipated new album, The End So Far. And I have to admit, after months of speculation regarding if this will be like Iowa, I was really curious about what we would hear. So, does it have that old school Slipknot sound, or did this lead to disappointment? Find out below in today’s YouTube video! CHECK OUT MY ETSY SHOP! As an independent publication, The Versatile Virgo is supported by its audience. Check out my Etsy shop for...

Top New Heavy Songs of September 2022

September has been quite a weird month for me, both in good and bad ways. But one of the good weird things was an expansion of my musical horizon. This edition of New Music Monthly features the most eclectic group of new music I’ve featured this year. On this list of the top new heavy songs of September 2022, you’ll of course hear lots of metal. But you’ll also hear other new heavy tracks that caught my attention from bands...

Behemoth Opvs Contra Natvram Review

Today we’re talking about the new Behemoth album, Opvs Contra Natvram. I apologize for my mispronunciation(s) in advance! 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 APPLICABLE LINKS FOR TODAY’S VIDEO: Video on...