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Juliet’s Not Dead — This World Is Ours (TMR Records)

In truth, the title of this devilish debut gives the game away.

This is a bold, barrelling, brilliant pitch for global glory and, given the right breaks, Juliet’s Not Dead could well take on the world… and win.

Laser-focused frontman Stevie Stoker hasn’t been messing around since his band’s seamless transition from NWOCR trailblazers Twister into something seriously slick.

It was around 2022 that Rushonrock first heard rumours of an impending hard rock metamorphosis.

Holed up in a North East studio, we were privy to a hushed conversation that hinted at something bigger, louder and prouder emerging from the region’s riff-laden shadows.

There was talk of an established band taking the next step — or more of a giant leap.

Suggestions that one the NWOCR’s scene leaders was ready to go next level.

But, for all the self-belief and beefy demos, there was an underlying concern that it might be too much, too soon.

Fast forward three years and This World Is Ours is the sound of true faith, fearless ambition and future-proofing dynamism.

Stoker and his buddies have ripped up the rule book, manifested success and made a compelling play for hard rock’s mainstream.

Mercury Prize and Grammy nominated producer Romesh Dodangoda plays his part — adding sonic rocket fuel to an explosive mix.

And if you thought EP Only The Strong Survive was a sign of things to come then this 10-track testament to dreaming big is the dizzying real deal.

Thinking about buying one record this month? This World Is Ours needs to be yours.

Dead or Alive?

Open Fire. Battle Scarred. Last One Standing.

There’s a sense of defiance, determination and a desire to silence the critics running right through The World Is Ours.

But these three songs — more than most — best represent a band built on steel-plated self-confidence and seismic hard rock anthems.

Stoker and Dan King trade chunky licks for fun as Dodangoda takes a deep dive into a guitar sound that growls with indignation.

Meanwhile Niall Whittaker and Jack Corbett keep things tight, toned and, at times, terrifyingly powerful.

Twister on steroids? There’s more muscle, more aggression and more mighty anthems for a new generation.

Then there’s Capsize.

A canny choice for the album closer, it’s an evocative slow burner that evolves into a stirring, standout moment. 

Think Coldplay supercharged or the Manics more manic. Best of all, there are even echoes of peak Hundred Reasons paired with Twin Atlantic (Romesh?) as This World Is Ours wraps in style.

Juliet’s Not Dead… and rock and roll’s alive and kicking.