October 11, 2024 marks another exciting Friday for music lovers as new albums hit the shelves. While the lineup might not be as extensive as last week’s offerings, there’s still plenty to explore. Notably, fans of Myles Kennedy should keep an ear out for his latest release, “The Art of Letting Go,” available through Napalm Records. Additionally, Def Leppard’s highly anticipated “One Night Only: Live at the Leadmill May 19, 2023,” comes out in various formats including CD, DVD, and Blu-ray, adding to the excitement of this week.
Among the week’s highlights, Jelly Roll is expected to dominate the charts with his album “Beautifully Broken,” released under Republic Records. For rock enthusiasts, there’s The Offspring with “Supercharged” via Wabi Sabi Worldwide/Concord and 10 Years with “Inner Darkness” from the Mascot Label Group. Other noteworthy releases include “Oh Brother” by Dawes, “The Best of Rory Gallagher at the BBC,” and Tony Levin’s “Bringing it Down to the Bass.”
The diverse lineup continues with new music from Justin Moore, The Linda Lindas, The Chesterfield Kings, and a slew of releases from Frontiers Records, including House of Lords’ “Full Tilt Overdrive” and Ad Infinitum’s “Abyss.” Century Media Records releases include Cemetery Skyline’s “Nordic Gothic” and Vomit Forth’s “Terrified of God,” perfect for fans of heavier sounds.
Touche Amore brings “Spiral In a Straight Line” this week through Rise Records, while Oranssi Pazuzu’s “Muuntautuja” under Nuclear Blast caters to those with a penchant for experimental sounds. Other notable mentions are Dragony’s “Hic Svnt Dracones,” Seven Hours After Violet’s self-titled debut, and Vicious Rain’s “There is Beauty In Letting Go.”
For fans of indie and alternative music, keep an eye on releases like “Cool World” by Chat Pile and “East My Love” from Current Joys. Dua Saleh’s “I Should Call Them” and Warm Human’s “Hamartia” offer refreshing takes with Ghostly International and Sooper Records backing their projects, respectively.
Lastly, don’t miss Sophie Thatcher’s “Pivot & Scrape E.P.” and Julia Fordham’s “Earth Mate,” both promising to add to the rich tapestry of new music this week. With such a variety of genres and artists, this October 11 promises to satisfy a wide array of musical tastes. So grab your headphones, dive into these new sounds, and have a fantastic weekend!