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Metal Forth

Babymetal · 2025

35 min · 10 tracks · J-pop · death metal · power metal

A frenetic blend of J-pop melodies and heavy metal riffs, infused with playful energy and theatricality.

Why this album works

Best for
playful energy for upbeat moods steady pacing for focused listening mid-tempo tracks for casual vibes
Context
Released on January 1, 2025, 'Metal Forth' marks Babymetal's fifth studio album, following their critically acclaimed album 'Metal Galaxy' from 2019. The band continues to evolve their signature kawaii metal sound while incorporating more complex musical arrangements and themes. This album showcases their growth as artists while maintaining the accessibility that gained them a global fanbase.
If you like
J-pop, death metal, power metal

Metal Forth is an album by Babymetal, released in 2025. A frenetic blend of J-pop melodies and heavy metal riffs, infused with playful energy and theatricality. 'Metal Forth' is significant for solidifying Babymetal's influence in both the J-pop and metal scenes, showcasing their ability to cross genres seamlessly. The album debuted at number one on the Oricon Albums Chart and received praise for its innovative approach to merging pop sensibilities with heavy metal aesthetics, further expanding their international appeal. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Metal Forth sound like?

A frenetic blend of J-pop melodies and heavy metal riffs, infused with playful energy and theatricality. Rooted in J-pop and death metal.

What makes Metal Forth by Babymetal notable?

'Metal Forth' is significant for solidifying Babymetal's influence in both the J-pop and metal scenes, showcasing their ability to cross genres seamlessly. The album debuted at number one on the Oricon Albums Chart and received praise for its innovative approach to merging pop sensibilities with heavy metal aesthetics, further expanding their international appeal. Released on January 1, 2025, 'Metal Forth' marks Babymetal's fifth studio album, following their critically acclaimed album 'Metal Galaxy' from 2019. The band continues to evolve their signature kawaii metal sound while incorporating more complex musical arrangements and themes. This album showcases their growth as artists while maintaining the accessibility that gained them a global fanbase.

Who is Metal Forth for?

Metal Forth works well if you're into playful energy for upbeat moods, steady pacing for focused listening and mid-tempo tracks for casual vibes.

How many songs are on Metal Forth?

Metal Forth has 10 tracks, running approximately 35 minutes.

Tracklist

10 tracks·35:30

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 from me to u 3:24
  • 2 RATATATA Standout 3:37
  • 3 Song 3 3:34
  • 4 Kon! Kon! 3:55
  • 5 KxAxWxAxIxI 2:35
  • 6 Sunset Kiss Standout 3:33
  • 7 My Queen 3:20
  • 8 Algorism 3:37
  • 9 METALI!! Standout 3:28
  • 10 White Flame ー白炎ー 4:25

Release Date

January 1, 2025

Genre

J-pop, death metal, power metal

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Artist Origin

Japan

Runtime

35 min 30 sec