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Top 10 Heavy Metal / Hard Rock CDs

#1 - Incubus - Light Grenades

Released late November 2006, Incubus show they have the right stuff all over again. A surprise to some that Light Grenades is actually one of Incubus' best CDs yet, the 5 piece California thrashers are like a fine wine, getting better with age. Their fifth album is a winner and a Rikks Revues pick for Best hard rock / metal CD of 2006!

#2 - Breaking Benjamin - Phobia

Although this is their third album, many might have missed them before. The Single Diary of Jane brought a new audience to the Pennsylvania based band fronted by Ben Burnley. Breaking Benjamin now prove themselves to be a true hard rocking act on the rise, for sure one to watch in the future. Released August 8, 2006.

#3 - Daughtry - Daughtry

Another latecomer, also released in November. Chris Daughtry, whose sturdy rock presence and distinctive vocal style won the hearts and minds of "American Idol Season 5" fans across the globe, released much anticipated debut album. You can search the net and find many negative reviews and comments about Daughtry, but the bottom line here is, if not for being an American Idol contestant, this CD may well be at the top of many best of 2006 lists. (READ MORE) Released November 21, 2006 .

#4 - Deftones - Saturday Night Wrist

Saturday Night Wrist was produced by Bob Ezrin (Pink Floyd, Jane's Addiction) and former Far guitarist Shaun Lopez. Bombastic yet vulnerable, aggressive yet thoughtful--combinations that made the Deftones among the most respected and acclaimed bands in hard rock. Released October 24, 2006 .

#5 -  Killswitch Engage - As Daylight Dies

No shortcuts. No compromises. No BS. From their modest beginnings in New England's hardcore scene to their current status as one of the most influential and inspirational forces in modern music, Killswitch Engage, with their new, fourth album, As Daylight Dies, are proving that if you keep playing the game your way, you'll eventually change the rules for everyone else. Released November 21, 2006.

#6 - Iron Maiden - A Matter Of Life and Death

A band that needs no introduction, Iron Maiden.... After over 20 years of plowing the row for other heavy metal acts, Iron Maiden show that they are still among the leaders in the Heavy Metal picture. A Matter Of Life and Death shows that Maiden still have some tricks up their sleeves when it comes to changing the way we see, and hear heavy metal... Released September 5, 2006.

#7 Wolfmother - Wolfmother

One of the Most Talked About Australian Rock Outfits. Their Music Incorporates 60's and 70's Hard Rock Influenced Styles Ala Blue Cheer, with Some Psychedelic Riffs Thrown In. On this Debut They have also Re-recorded all Four Tracks from their Debut EP. Wolfmother may borrow from the past, but they push it hard in to the future of Heavy Music as well. Released May 2, 2006.

#8 - Stone Sour - Come What (Ever) May

The sophomore release from Stone Sour, featuring the track "Through Glass" which took Rock and Pop radio by storm. Stone Sour present an urgency that we thought had disappeared from Heavy Music. We also recommend the tracks ZZYZX Road, the title track, and 30/30-150. The side project of Slipknot's Corey Taylor and guitarist Jim Root may leave you wondering which is the real deal, Slipknot or Stone Sour? Released August 1, 2006 .

#9 - Three Days Grace - One X

Three Days Grace latest release One X shows they are not willing to leave well enough alone. Pounding into the minds of unsuspecting victims (listeners) a barrage of negativity, however the full force of the music itself is enough to pull you back to the up side. One X Includes the hits Animal I Have Become and PAIN. Released June 13, 2006

#10 - Audioslave - Revelations

Including the mega-hit Original Fire, Audioslave have proven to nay-sayers that they are a completely real heavy act that is a force to reckon with. Now when someone mentions Audioslave, you don't hear them comparing the band to their pasts, Soundgarden and Rage Against the Machine. Chris Cornell belts out the notes better than ever, which brings Audioslave into the top 10 releases of 2006!  Released September 5, 2006.