Albums That Made 2025 Rock | Carved in Stone | Episode 10.5

It’s episode 10.5 of Carved in Stone, and to kick off 2026, host Shawn Chabam wanted to do something purely positive. No rankings. No Mount Rushmore. Just music he loved in 2025.In this .5 episode, he looks back at some of his favorite rock albums and EPs from 2025 — proof (at least to Shawn) that great new rock music is very much alive. From Mammoth and Halestorm to Aerosmith, The Pretty Reckless, Volbeat, Sleep Token, and a few newer discoveries, this is all about sharing music Shawn genuinely enjoyed and maybe turning you on to something new for your 2026 playlists.He also wraps things up with a quick look ahead at a few bands who might be dropping new music in 2026 that Shawn's excited about.If you’ve ever heard someone say “there’s no good new rock music anymore,” this episode is a respectful disagreement.Carved in Stone is where pop culture, sports, nostalgia, and quirky debates collide. Each episode, host Shawn Chabam builds a Mount Rushmore of a specific topic — ranking the top four icons, moments, or underdogs in a way that’s fun, opinionated, and sometimes hilariously unexpected. From classic rock bands to pro wrestling jobbers, legendary athletes to cult TV shows, coins, and princesses, nothing is off limits.Expect passionate discussions, deep-cut references, and the perfect mix of facts, humor, and strong opinions. Whether you love NFL history, 80s and 90s nostalgia, music legends, wrestling trivia, or weird “only on this channel” lists, Carved in Stone delivers unique rankings that will have you debating in the comments. Subscribe to the YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@ShawnChabam?sub_confirmation=1