Void King - The Hidden Hymnal: Chapter II (2025)

Void King's 2025 release, The Hidden Hymnal: Chapter II, has been praised for its fusion of doom metal with progressive elements. Stoner HiVe describes the album as "a doom metal album that secretly obscures the fact that it implores a lot of prog to weave their tale," highlighting the band's growth and genre-blending artistry. ​

Head-Banger Reviews commends the album's dynamic range, noting that it is "jam-packed with everything that many bands across the realms of stoner and doom metal seek to bring together in a meaningful capacity." The review emphasizes the band's unyielding commitment to their craft, stating that "Void King has never once disappointed with every bit of soul and power that goes into these creations." ​

Flying Fiddlesticks Review highlights the album's thematic depth, particularly in tracks like "When The Pinecones Close Up," which conveys a sense of foreboding through its lyrics: "My hands are needles and pins / My vision slowly does spin / Pushed to critical mass / Resistance is futile for the towers always win." The review also notes the band's ability to balance heavy riffs with poignant storytelling. ​

The Obelisk recognizes the album's structure, mentioning that "opener 'Egg of the Sun' and closer 'Drink in the Light' feel complementary in their increased runtime relative to the four songs between." The review appreciates the band's capacity to offer "more choice riffing and metal-threatening, weighted doom," providing listeners with a substantial and immersive experience.