10 Highly Anticipated Albums We Can’t Wait to Get Our Hands On!

Excitement and anticipation are two emotions that run high in the metal community when it comes to eagerly awaited new albums from beloved bands. While some artists deliver new music regularly, others keep their fans on the edge of their seats for years. The Metal Nation 365 network delves into the realm of cult albums, unfinished projects, and potential releases that have been the talk of the town for quite some time.

First up on our list is the highly anticipated sequel to Wintersun’s Time I. Fans have been waiting for over a decade for Time II, and finally, a release date of August 30, 2024, has been set. The Finnish band’s melodic death/prog metal masterpiece has set the bar high, and fans are hoping that the follow-up will live up to expectations.

Another long-awaited album comes from tech death legends Necrophagist. It has been 20 years since the band released an album, leaving fans yearning for more of their technical prowess. Although lead vocalist Muhammed Suicmez has shifted gears to work in the automotive industry, fans still hold out hope for a third Necrophagist album.

Slipknot’s experimental unreleased album, Look Outside Your Window, has garnered much speculation and intrigue from fans. The departure from their usual sound, likened to bands like Radiohead, leaves listeners wondering what could have been. Will this album see the light of day in 2024?

On the more heartening side of things, Guns N’ Roses bassist Duff McKagan recently acquired the rights to his unreleased solo album, Beautiful Disease, after 25 years in limbo. This revival gives hope to fans that the long-lost album may finally get its moment in the spotlight.

The Deftones faced tragedy with their lost album Eros, left incomplete due to an accident involving bassist Chi Cheng. Plans to release the completed tracks as an EP have been discussed, but the band is understandably taking their time in honoring Cheng’s memory.

Korn’s unreleased Korn Kovers album has fans clamoring for its release, especially for the highly sought-after cover of Nine Inch Nails’ “Head Like a Hole” featuring Chester Bennington. Will this collection of covers ever see the light of day?

X Japan’s extensive studio process has kept fans waiting for their next album, with a meticulous mixing and mastering phase dragging out the release. But for fans of the legendary band, quality is worth the wait.

The incomparable King Diamond has been teasing new albums for both Mercyful Fate and his solo band for over a decade. With the iconic vocalist still in prime form, fans can’t wait to sink their teeth into the promised new material.

Bass legend Jason Newsted is reportedly working on a new metal album, marking a return to the genre after his previous solo release. Fans are eager to hear more of Newsted’s signature bass sound and hard-hitting style.

Lastly, the legendary Lemmy Kilmister left behind a treasure trove of unreleased solo tracks, featuring collaborations with esteemed artists. The album, titled False Teeth for the Deaf, holds the promise of showcasing Lemmy’s diverse range and eclectic musicality.

As metal fans, the anticipation for new releases can be both exhilarating and frustrating, but the prospect of hearing new music from our favorite bands and artists is always worth the wait. Stay tuned to Metal Nation 365 for all the latest updates on these highly anticipated albums and more.