Finnish symphonic metal powerhouse Nightwish continue their planetary domination (they’re the most successful Finnish band in the world) with Imaginaerum.
Ironweed lament that multi-national corporations have enslaved the planet and that CNN, Facebook, iTunes, and Twitter have lulled people into complacency.
Infernal Overdrive list Zeppelin, Grand Funk, and Deep Purple among their influences. More than copying, they actually put thought into writing good songs.