Machine Head – Unatoned (Clear vinyl)

Unatoned sees Machine Head returning with a fierce statement of purpose, blending their signature mix of groove metal, thrash, and melodic intensity into one of their most focused efforts in years. Robb Flynn leads the charge with a renewed sense of urgency, confronting themes of inner torment, societal collapse, and moral reckoning. The album is unflinching—raw in its production, relentless in its riffing, and surprisingly nuanced in its emotional reach.

What sets Unatoned apart is its balance between brutality and atmosphere. Tracks like “Ashes Remain” and “Kingdom of Nothing” offer punishing breakdowns and soaring choruses, while moments of introspection in songs like “Requiem Within” allow the band to stretch musically and thematically. It’s a record that both longtime fans and modern metal audiences can embrace—a reminder that Machine Head is still evolving without compromising their roots.

Reviews

“Unatoned is Machine Head’s most cohesive work since The Blackening—a towering mix of rage and reflection.” – Kerrang!

“Flynn sounds more committed than ever, leading a band that sounds both battle-worn and sharpened by experience.” – Metal Hammer

“Machine Head find that rare middle ground between aggression and artistry. Unatoned is a brutal yet thoughtful triumph.” – Blabbermouth

“This is the sound of a band reclaiming their identity with unrelenting conviction and just the right amount of reinvention.” – Revolver

“Unatoned doesn’t just hit hard—it resonates deeply. One of their finest releases of the last decade.” – Louder Sound