Heavy metal rising titans The Five Hundred unleashed their explosive new single “Rainmaker” featuring Aaron Matts of Ten56 on October 29, 2024. Alongside this powerful release, they announced details of their highly anticipated third studio album, Ghostwriter, set to drop on February 28, 2025. To celebrate, the band will also host two special album launch shows in Nottingham and London.
Although The Five Hundred only came onto my radar earlier this year (yes, I know—I’m late to the party!), they quickly became one of my all-time favorite bands. Discovering tracks like "Black Dogs" and "Smoke and Mirrors" had me instantly hooked, and diving into their entire discography only deepened my admiration. Their talent didn’t stop there, though; every release since "Dragged Out" featuring the insanely talented Charlie Rolfe of As Everything Unfolds, has blown me away, proving that The Five Hundred is truly a powerhouse in the UK metal scene.
“Rainmaker” is no exception—it’s a solid, tight release that perfectly highlights what’s to come from The Five Hundred’s upcoming third studio album, Ghostwriter. The band’s sound has evolved since earlier tracks like “Black Dogs.” In their interview with us for the first edition of Novacaine Magazine, they shared their shift toward incorporating more clean vocals alongside the screams, and honestly, I’m loving this direction. The new style brings greater variety to their tracks and truly showcases their range and creativity in music production.
Watch The Five Hundreds Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NgBeQeLKTE0
This release also introduced me to a new artist, Ten56, which is exactly why I love it when bands bring in guest talent. The Five Hundred have an incredible knack for making guest vocalists feel like a natural extension of their sound, as if they’ve been part of the lineup from day one. There’s no sense of anyone sounding out of place—each collaboration feels perfectly crafted to complement the band’s style and elevate each track.
We cannot wait to witness The Five Hundred perform live at Novacaine Festival 2025, it is going to be insane! Don't miss out and secure your tickets today - Get Tickets
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The Black Heart, London
Rescue Rooms, Nottingham
Novacaine Rating: 10/10 "The Five Hundred are an unstoppable force poised to take the world by storm in 2025 with the release of their third studio album, Ghostwriter."