Rising Brit metalcore stars Caskets wear their hearts on their sleeves on character-defining third album.
For Caskets, The Only Heaven You’ll Know feels like the moment everything clicks into place. Where previous album Reflections hinted at a band discovering who they were, this third outing sees them diving headfirst into the heart of what that means. It’s the sound of four musicians confronting the heaviest corners of their own minds and finding solace in the noise. Through mental and emotional turmoil, and the endless search for purpose, they’ve created something that proves even in the darkest places, light can still break through.
From the opening pulse of Lost In The Violence, the transformation is immediate. Electronic textures spark to life before erupting into a wall of guitars, with Matt Flood’s vocals slicing through the chaos. It’s intense, cinematic and deeply human, capturing the moment where struggle turns to survival, and the first sign that Caskets have levelled up.
The title-track pushes that emotion even further. Its chorus is huge, crafted for arenas, but what really elevates it is the honesty underneath. It’s a song about facing your own darkness and daring to believe in better days, even when you’ve seen the worst.
Closure is where Caskets show their range. Built around glossy melodies and pop-infused hooks before crashing into a metal breakdown, it feels like a statement of intent. This is a band unafraid to stretch their boundaries while staying rooted in authenticity. Save Us follows with rallying energy, an anthem of unity and hope, while Escape thrums with urgency, its mix of aggression and melody pulling you into the heart of the storm. Closing track Broken Path, meanwhile, feels like the emotional sunrise after a long, restless night. It’s powerful, cathartic and drenched in hard-won optimism.
From recording in a shed to working in LA, Caskets have fought their way through personal hells to deliver something truly transcendent. The Only Heaven You’ll Know isn’t just their best work yet, it’s the quartet now proudly making a play for the big leagues.
Verdict: 4/5
For fans of: Bad Omens, Bring Me The Horizon, Architects
The Only Heaven You’ll Know is out now via SharpTone
