New Delhi, Dec. 31 -- As the curtain falls down on 2025, we close the year on what has been a glorious year for heavy metal, and indeed what can even go down as one of the greatest in the annals of metal history; unfortunately, also one of the saddest given the tragic loss of titans like Ozzy Osbourne, and Brent Hinds.
But, still, the number of quality releases this year has been mind boggling, but few can be champions, and only one can be the victor.
So, without ado, let us dive into the 25 best metal albums of the year selected by a panel of music critics and editors, and drink a toast to these titans, in commemoration of their immortal metal spirits:25. Deftones - 'Private Music': Ask, and thou shall receive. Deftones is a band that ne...