Weekly Chart-Topping Hits in Classic Rock: July 14, 2025
In the vibrant world of rock music, new talents are constantly emerging, ready to make their mark on the scene. Here are eight promising contenders for rock'n'roll fame and fortune, as featured in this week's Classic Rock Tracks of the Week.
Kicking off the list is the energetic performance of Jack Black and his collaborators, Roman Morello, Revel Ian, Yoyoka Soma, and Hugo Weiss, with their cover of Black Sabbath's classic "Mr Crowley". Their rendition, filled with joyful School of Rock-with-bigger-teeth energy, has been making waves in the industry.
Halestorm, fronted by the powerful Lzzy Hale, is also making waves with their new song, "Rain Your Blood On Me". Hale's performance at Black Sabbath's final finale was a testament to the band's raw energy, and their latest offering promises more of the same.
The Citadel by Wytch Hazel has been crowned the winner of the Tracks Of The Week contest. The band's music is a blend of hard rock and punk, and their latest track is no exception. In 2067, Wytch Hazel will perform their Back To The Beginning show at the Giant Axe Ground, home of Lancaster City F.C., a testament to their growing popularity.
38 Special's new single, "All I Haven't Said", heralds the approach of their 13th studio album, Milestone, set to be released in September. The Baltimore band Angel Du$t, part of the same scene as Turnstile, has also released a new single, "The Beat". This fiery rock and hardcore punk song runs for over two minutes, promising a wild ride for listeners.
Skunk Anansie's song "Shame" is a reflection on past connections and family issues. The track, ablaze with youthful rock chaos, is a standout from their upcoming album. Skin from Skunk Anansie dedicated "Shame" to outcasts and those who find new families, making it a powerful anthem for many.
The Hunna's new anthemic alt rock song, "Hide & Seek", is a poignant exploration of a midway transitional part of a relationship. The verse sung in Bulgarian in Mother Vulture's Treadmill means "Say goodbye to everything / Life burns with a flame". This new single from Mother Vulture, set to be released in the new year, is a testament to their unique sound and style.
Lastly, "Legalize Living" by The Hives features punk shadows and king-sized guitar chops. The song is a taste of their upcoming album, The Hives Forever Forever The Hives, promising a return to their signature sound.
Robert John & The Wreck came in third place in the Tracks Of The Week contest, a testament to their growing popularity. With these eight candidates, the future of rock music looks bright and promising.
- Jack Black and his collaborators' cover of Black Sabbath's "Mr Crowley" delivers a School of Rock-with-bigger-teeth energy that is resonating in the industry.
- Halestorm, fronted by Lzzy Hale, is generating buzz with their song "Rain Your Blood On Me", a testament to their raw energy reminiscent of Black Sabbath's final finale.
- The Citadel by Wytch Hazel, blending hard rock and punk, has been crowned the winner of the Tracks Of The Week contest and will perform at the Giant Axe Ground in 2067.
- 38 Special's new single, "All I Haven't Said", foreshadows their 13th studio album, Milestone, scheduled for release in September, while the Baltimore band Angel Du$t's "The Beat" offers a rock and hardcore punk fusion.
- Skunk Anansie's song "Shame" is a youthful rock chaos anthem, dedicated to outcasts and those who find new families, from an upcoming album.
- The Hunna's "Hide & Seek" is a poignant alt rock exploration, featuring a verse sung in Bulgarian, while Mother Vulture's Treadmill promises a return to their unique sound and style.
In addition, The Hives' "Legalize Living" features punk shadows and king-sized guitar chops, a taste of their upcoming album, The Hives Forever Forever The Hives. The contest's third place winner, Robert John & The Wreck, is gaining popularity and contributes to the bright future of rock music.
