Sevendust never follow a linear path. Instead, they bulldoze a lane of their own with rumbling grooves, unpredictable riffing, and stirringly soulful vocals unlike anything else in hard rock. As a result, their music connects straight to the heart as evidenced by their full-contact live shows and diehard “family” of fans. However, the Atlanta quintet—Lajon Witherspoon [lead vocals], Clint Lowery [lead guitar, backing vocals], John Connolly [rhythm guitar, backing vocals], Vince Hornsby [bass], and Morgan Rose [drums]—defy expectations on their fourteenth full-length and debut for Napalm Records, Truth Killer. Ultimately, Truth Killer reaffirms there’s only one Sevendust—and they’re here forever.

An uncompromising New York City-based outfit that draws from both heavy metal and industrial music, Dope’s confrontational emissions evoke Ministry, Skinny Puppy, and White Zombie. Emerging in 1999 with the hard-hitting Felons and Revolutionaries, the group continued to beat the post-industrial drum on 2005’s American Apathy and 2018’s Blood Money, Part 1, while managing to weave in elements of speed, alternative, rap, and nu-metal.

No matter where you go, loyalty means the same thing. It represents a promise to uphold a code of honor; remaining true to yourself, your friends, and your family. Lines Øf Loyalty maintain this level of commitment to both their craft and their mission. The Kenosha, WI trio deliver melodically magnetic rock anthems with unapologetic dedication and diligence. To bring this vision to life, they hit the studio with producer Chris Dawson [Saul] to record in 2021. Now, they officially introduce Lines Of Loyalty the single “I’m Not The One.” Anchored by a thick beat and punchy bass line, the track twists and turns through unpredictable riffs towards an instantly chantable chorus. Due to this honesty, the band intends to inspire just as much loyalty from listeners as they unleash more music.