Ultrablut: Tja
When Teneriffa was released in 2024, I was already late to the game and only realized after quite a lot what a release I missed. Luckily, I followed the release of Tja afterwards only to find out that Ultrablut did it again and delivered one of the most versatile releases of 2025 with their full-length debut.
Finistère: Am Grauen Meer
There is not a lot I still have to say about this album. We talked about it numerous times and I also reviewed Am Grauen Meer. What a release, this is Black Metal I’m looking for. Check the review for further information!
Haexler: Talkshow
Sometimes, 8 minutes can last quite long. When talking about Haexler’s latest release Talkshow, this surely is a perfect fit. What an album, what a blast! Haexler should have been on your scope before already, but with this release it should be a shame to not be aware of this name!
Müde: Therapie
When having set up the demos and EPs list of 2024, I already included the first output of Dorsten-based Punk Rock outfit Müde. With the release of their debut LP Therapie, these Punks showed that they are capable of writing highly memorable music set on the length of an entire full-length.
Hæresis: Si Vis Pacem Para Bellum
What a debut record! I was eagerly waiting for the release of this album and what can I say except that I was not at all disappointed. Both regarding the music and the content of this album, I repeatedly fell for this release.
Döll: weg vom Weg
After the groundbreaking release of Nie oder Jetzt in 2019, German Rapper Döll regained ground with his current (and fully self-distributed!) full-length weg vom Weg. Having adressed deepest insights into pathological gambling on the 2019 release, weg vom Weg now dives into the subject matter of mental healing.
Silver Knife: Silver Knife
Silver Knive released their self-titled album early this year and it immediately caught my attention specifically because of the guitar sound that is present from the first second on.
Winselmutter: Schattentod in der Leibeswelt
Much has been said about this release already, which is why it probably does not come as a surprise that Winselmutter’s full-length debut appears on this list. The raw demo already showcased where we were heading, but the ferocious sound that is present on Schattentod in der Leibeswelt is heavily refreshing.
Teen Mortgage: Devil Ultrasonic Dream
When I came across Teen Mortgage only shortly before the release of this album (thanks to Nino) I was very happy to be awaiting an upcoming release. And – boy – was I surprised by Devil Ultrasonic Dream that delivers absolutely innovative Punk with a strong memorable edge on every track.
