Los Angeles heavy hitters Fatalist return with a punishing new visual statement that drags modern metalcore back into the gutter — and dares you to sit with it.
Released just 14 hours ago, LOWLIFE marks the latest chapter in the evolving sonic identity of Fatalist, a project that continues to blur the lines between nu-core aggression, modern metal brutality, and raw emotional confrontation.
There’s no polish-for-radio here. LOWLIFE hits like a clenched jaw and a swinging fist — intentional, uncomfortable, and unapologetically real.
⚠️ A VIDEO THAT STARES BACK
The official music video for LOWLIFE doesn’t just accompany the track — it amplifies it. Shot with a stripped-down, confrontational visual style, the video places the viewer face-to-face with the band’s raw intensity. Stark lighting, claustrophobic framing, and chaotic performance energy combine to mirror the song’s internal tension.
This isn’t escapism. It’s confrontation.
The visuals feel grounded in the same emotional weight as the music — a reflection of frustration, self-awareness, and the grind of existing at the margins. Every frame reinforces the feeling that LOWLIFE isn’t a character — it’s a mirror.
🔥 LOS ANGELES DNA, NO COMPROMISE
Forged in Los Angeles, California, Fatalist channels the city’s volatile underground energy into a sound that feels both modern and feral. This is music born from concrete, sweat-soaked rooms, and the pressure of a scene that doesn’t hand anything out for free.
LOWLIFE continues the band’s trajectory of releases that prioritize impact over comfort, proving Fatalist isn’t chasing trends — they’re documenting a state of mind shaped by survival, grit, and defiance.
New Album Cross Me Twice Drops March 28th + U.S. Summer Tour Announced! 🎸
The countdown is officially on! Phoenix-based nu-metal powerhouse SICKSENSE is gearing up for the release of their highly anticipated debut full-length album, Cross Me Twice, arriving March 28th via Earache Records. As the final taste before the album’s drop, the band has just unveiled their electrifying new single, “Follow Me”, a track packed with raw emotion, crushing riffs, and anthemic melodies.
Co-vocalist Killer V shares the deep meaning behind the track:
“‘Follow Me’ is about two people being together at the wrong place at the wrong time in that point of their lives. It’s a story of realizing and acknowledging that they just aren’t meant to be together. It doesn’t mean they’re bad people, they just aren’t right for each other.
We’re all flawed, we’ve all done or said things we regret. Growth comes from learning from our mistakes, recognizing when we’re wrong, and moving forward.
I love that this is the final track on Cross Me Twice. It doesn’t leave on a positive or negative note—it leaves the future open with possibilities, just like our journey as a band.”
🔥 Cross Me Twice – Out March 28th!
💿 Tracklist: 1️⃣ Sellout 2️⃣ Wildfires 3️⃣ Throwback 4️⃣ Fever Dream 5️⃣ Invisible 6️⃣ On Repeat 7️⃣ Masquerade Parade 8️⃣ In This Carousel 9️⃣ Here Come All The Memories 🔟 Follow Me
From the creative minds of Vicky “Killer V” Psarakis (ex-The Agonist) and Rob The Ripper (Stuck Mojo), SICKSENSE is redefining nu-metal with a fresh, high-energy approach. Featuring Agent Phil (guitar), The Gothfather (bass), and Smokin’ J (drums), the band fuses nu-metal, metalcore, and electronic elements to create a genre-defying sound.
🎵 Listen to previous singles:Wildfires, On Repeat, Masquerade Parade, and In This Carousel.
Killer V on Cross Me Twice:
“Cross Me Twice takes listeners on an emotional rollercoaster. We’ve evolved from our traditional nu-metal roots by incorporating modern metal and electronic elements. The heavy parts got heavier, the soft parts got softer, and the catchy parts got catchier.
We faced challenges while making this album, parting ways with former members and bringing in new ones. Those struggles inspired the lyrics, making this our most personal and powerful record yet.
Working with producer Joey Doherty elevated the record’s sound to the next level, and we believe this will be one of the best-sounding albums of 2025. We poured our hearts into this, and we hope it resonates with our fans just as much as it does with us.”
🎸 SICKSENSE Joins THE UNION UNDERGROUND, SPINESHANK & ADEMA on U.S. Summer Tour
SICKSENSE will hit the road this summer for a massive U.S. tour alongside THE UNION UNDERGROUND, SPINESHANK, and ADEMA. Tickets are available now!
📅 SICKSENSE 2025 U.S. Tour Dates: 📍 July 10 – Austin, TX @ Come And Take It Live 📍 July 11 – Houston, TX @ Scout Bar 📍 July 12 – San Antonio, TX @ The Rock Box 📍 July 13 – Corpus Christi, TX @ House of Rock 📍 July 15 – Dallas, TX @ The Grenada Theater 📍 July 16 – Fayetteville, AR @ JJ’s Live 📍 July 19 – Mansfield, OH @ Inkcarceration Festival 📍 July 20 – Belvidere, IL @ The Apollo Theater AC 📍 July 22 – Joliet, IL @ The Forge 📍 July 24 – Moline, IL @ The Rust Belt 📍 July 25 – Green Bay, WI @ Epic Event Center 📍 July 26 – Turtle Creek, WI @ St. Croix Casino 📍 July 27 – Des Moines, IA @ Wooly’s 📍 July 29 – Lincoln, NE @ Bourbon Theatre 📍 July 31 – Denver, CO @ The Oriental Theater 📍 Aug 1 – Colorado Springs, CO @ Black Sheep 📍 Sept 18 – Louisville, KY @ Louder Than Life Festival
🤘 About SICKSENSE
SICKSENSE has rapidly risen to prominence, building a devoted fanbase—known as the “Deli-boos”—through their high-energy performances, engaging online presence, and genre-bending sound.
Following their EPs ‘Kings Today’ and ‘Fools Tomorrow’, the band has garnered praise from TankTheTech, Spotify’s Alternative Metal & New Nü playlists, and comparisons to Slipknot, Evanescence, and Limp Bizkit.
With Cross Me Twice, SICKSENSE is pushing nu-metal into the future, blending elements of metalcore, progressive metal, and power metal to create a modern sound that fans of both classic and contemporary metal will love.
Rising alternative metal artist Fae Fatale is set to release her chilling new single, “Grim Reaper,” on April 4, 2025. Known for her eerie storytelling and cinematic, horror-infused visuals, Fae Fatale continues to carve her own path in the metal scene with a unique blend of industrial, alternative, and classic rock influences.
A Dark and Cathartic Musical Journey
“Grim Reaper is my own dance with death,” Fae Fatale shares. “I embraced the darkness in my mind and my experience with my own mental health. This song is a beautiful creation born from the catharsis I find in writing music, and now, it’s time to share that experience with the world.”
Blending infectious melodies, raw emotion, and heavy rock riffs, Grim Reaper cements Fae Fatale as a rising force in the alternative metal landscape. Fans of artists such as In This Moment, Motionless In White, and Evanescence will find themselves drawn to her haunting yet powerful sound.
A Visually Stunning Music Video
The single will be accompanied by a visually captivating music video that stays true to Fae Fatale’s horror-inspired aesthetic. Known for her nightmarish yet whimsically twisted cinematic visuals, this latest release promises to be an immersive experience that complements the song’s dark themes.
The Evolution of Fae Fatale
Following the success of “Lobotomy” and “Raw Meat,”Grim Reaper marks a new chapter in Fae Fatale’s evolution as she continues to redefine modern metal with bold storytelling and genre-defying compositions. With a growing social media presence and an ever-expanding fanbase, she is proving that metal is alive and thriving in 2025.
“Grim Reaper” will be available on all major streaming platforms on April 4, 2025.
Portland’s blackened death metal force DROUTH returns this spring with the highly anticipated release of their third full-length album, The Teeth of Time, arriving May 16th via Eternal Warfare Records. Following their critically acclaimed 2020 release Excerpts From a Dread Liturgy, the new record is an unrelenting storm of doom-laden intensity, existential dread, and sonic brutality.
A Manifestation of Torment and Chaos 🖤🔥
DROUTH comments on the upcoming release: “We are proud to present The Teeth of Time, a culmination of several years of blood, sweat, and pain. It is a nightmare made manifest, and we are both eager to share our creative work and grateful to the many people who helped make it possible.”
To mark the album’s announcement, the band has unveiled “False Grail,” a harrowing preview of the hellscape awaiting listeners within The Teeth of Time. First premiered at Invisible Oranges, the track delivers an ominous, suffocating atmosphere that perfectly sets the tone for the album.
Matt Solis on “False Grail”:
“‘False Grail’ was the last song we wrote before entering the studio. It came together relatively quickly based on ideas that Stikker brought in—he had it well fleshed out, but we expanded the closing doom section to really emphasize the dynamic shift in the song. We also knew we wanted string accompaniment, so we had Eva Vonne from Isenordal add mournful viola layers after tracking was completed.”
Matt Stikker on the Song’s Concept:
“Lyrically, the song is a nightmare reflecting the disconnect between the true and projected self, and the increasing tension between those poles that we all experience. The map is not the territory, but when the map prefigures and gradually dictates the territory, our agency is threatened forever.”
1️⃣ Hurl Your Thunderbolt Even Unto Death 2️⃣ False Grail 3️⃣ The Teeth of Time 4️⃣ Through a Glass, Darkly 5️⃣ Exult, Ye Flagellant
📸 Album artwork & credits: Jason DeSomer
About DROUTH 🖤
Formed in Portland in 2012, DROUTH (formerly known as Contempt) has carved a reputation in the extreme metal underground for their seamless blend of black metal, death metal, doom, and crust. Their 2014 debut EP Skinwalker put them on the map, followed by Vast, Loathsome (2015), full-lengths Knives, Labyrinths, Mirrors (2017) and Excerpts From a Dread Liturgy (2020).
Their latest offering, The Teeth of Time, was recorded and mixed by legendary engineer Billy Anderson (Neurosis, Cattle Decapitation) and mastered by Justin Weis (Agalloch, Hammers of Misfortune), resulting in 40 minutes of ferocious, melodic, and exploratory blackened death metal.
DROUTH is:
🎸 Matt Stikker – Guitar, vocals, lyrics 🥁 Patrick Fiorentino – Drums 🎸 John Edwards – Guitar, vocals 🎸 Matt Solis – Bass
Metal Blade Records proudly welcomes THE LAST TEN SECONDS OF LIFE, the Pennsylvania-based deathcore juggernauts, to its renowned roster. Known for their relentless touring and unyielding sound, the band continues to carve its place among the elite in the deathcore scene.
A Legacy of Crushing Innovation
Formed in 2010, THE LAST TEN SECONDS OF LIFE quickly established themselves with their self-released debut album, Know Your Exits, and have since become a staple in the metal community. By 2013, the band had signed with Density Records to release their second album, Invivo [Exvivo], and embarked on tours with heavyweights such as I Declare War, Fit For An Autopsy, Thy Art Is Murder, and Kublai Khan. Their evolution across five more full-lengths earned them Billboard chart placements and critical acclaim worldwide.
Their 2024 release, No Name Graves (via Unique Leader Records), marked a significant milestone in their career. Knotfest described it as “reasserting their position as innovators and leaders in the deathcore genre,” while New Transcendence called it “a cinematic, crushing experience.”No Clean Singing praised its “primal intensity and potent, primitive nihilism,” likening it to acts like Black Tongue and Humanity’s Last Breath, but with a stripped-down, raw approach.
Excitement for the Future
Speaking on their new partnership with Metal Blade Records, the band shared their enthusiasm: “We are beyond excited to announce that we have signed with the legendary Metal Blade Records. It is an honor to be on the same roster as such iconic acts past and present. Shout out to Ryan Williams and the rest of the Metal Blade team for giving us the opportunity to riff.”
The Origin of Madness Tour
Currently, THE LAST TEN SECONDS OF LIFE is supporting Distant and Enterprise Earth on their European and UK co-headlining tour. Dubbed The Origin of Madness Tour, the trek features support from Harbinger and promises to deliver relentless energy to every city it visits.
Oxford-based nu-metal band Arimea has unveiled the official music video for their latest single, Orchid Street, the title track from their debut EP, which is now available.
Drummer Richard Stedman reflects on the track’s personal significance: “‘Orchid Street’ feels like coming home. Musically, it’s a place I’ve sought for years, navigating countless genres and styles without losing our unique voice. For me, it encapsulates my childhood memories but reshaped for the real world—authentic, emotionally raw, and confident in its identity.”
Watch the official music video for ‘Orchid Street’:
A Fresh Take on Nu-Metal The Orchid Street EP showcases Arimea’s refreshingly raw nu-metal style—a nostalgic yet innovative record. Bassist Joe Landles describes the band’s creative evolution: “Sharing something that feels authentically us is incredibly powerful. With previous releases, we played it safe, sticking to conventions. But this EP breaks boundaries, showing we’re unafraid to take risks. We want listeners to instantly recognize Arimea when they hear us, not just blend into the alternative or metal scene.”
Blending elements from the early 2000s nu-metal greats like Flyleaf, P.O.D., Deftones, and Mudvayne, Arimea injects their sound with modern alt-metal dynamics, progressive touches, and even hints of hardcore and hip-hop. Drawing inspiration from bands like Limp Bizkit, Slipknot, and Linkin Park, Arimea’s Orchid Street EP delivers a sound that’s equal parts nostalgic and groundbreaking.
From Humble Beginnings to Post-Pandemic Charge Formed in the aftermath of the pandemic, Arimea worked with acclaimed producer MACHINE, whose portfolio includes heavyweights like Suicide Silence, Coal Chamber, and Lamb of God, to refine their distinctive sound.
Stream the EP, Orchid Street, and explore the full tracklist:
Metal fans, rejoice! It’s been a decade since Machine Head’s groundbreaking album Bloodstone & Diamonds shook the world with its electrifying sound and genre-defining tracks. To mark this milestone, a special 10-year anniversary edition is now available. Dive back into the powerful riffs, raw emotion, and sheer brilliance of this iconic album.
Carcass has long been a staple in the metal scene, and their album Surgical Steel is a testament to their legendary status. Packed with precision, intensity, and unforgettable tracks, this album is a must-have for metal enthusiasts. Get your copy today and relive the magic.
Experience the sonic journey as DIMMU BORGIR drops their much-anticipated cover album, “Inspiratio Profanus,” available now. This release compiles eight cover songs, a homage to some of DIMMU BORGIR’s favorite tracks that have left an indelible mark on their musical journey.
Silenoz, commenting on “Inspiratio Profanus,” shares the band’s excitement: “We’re pleased to announce the Inspiratio Profanus release! We thought it was about time to finally compile the cover songs we’ve done over the years and give these renditions an updated mastering, all in one package, highlighting some of our many influences!”
Tracklist:
Black Metal (Venom)
Satan My Master (Bathory)
Dead Men Don’t Rape (G.G.F.H.)
Nocturnal Fear (Celtic Frost)
Burn In Hell (Twisted Sister)
Perfect Strangers (Deep Purple)
Metal Heart (Accept)
Nocturnal Fear (Celtically Processed) (Celtic Frost)
About DIMMU BORGIR: DIMMU BORGIR, born in the heart of the Norwegian black metal scene in 1993, celebrates its 30th anniversary. Known for pushing the boundaries of the genre, they blend a traditional raven black sound with symphonic orchestration. With albums like “Enthrone Darkness Triumphant,” “Spiritual Black Dimensions,” and “Death Cult Armageddon,” DIMMU BORGIR has become an influential force, touring globally and leaving an indelible mark on the black metal landscape.
After the success of “Abrahadabra” and “Eonian,” DIMMU BORGIR now reflects on their 30-year legacy with “Inspiratio Profanus,” a collection of cover songs that pays tribute to the influential artists who shaped their distinctive sound. Experience the electric renditions of classics like ‘Black Metal’ (VENOM) and ‘Perfect Strangers’ (DEEP PURPLE) that define the evolution of DIMMU BORGIR’s musical odyssey.
Progressive heavy metal outfit INTERLOPER has once again set the metal scene ablaze with their latest release, the captivating single ‘Sanctum.’ Clocking in at 6 minutes, ‘Sanctum’ seamlessly blends the band’s technical brilliance with a melodic guitar approach, offering a tantalizing glimpse into a new era for INTERLOPER.
Lead vocalist and guitarist Andrew Virrueta expresses his excitement about the release, stating, “We present to you our newest song, ‘Sanctum’! We’re extremely thrilled to finally share it with our fans. This track takes us in a heavier and more progressive direction. It embodies our relentless pursuit to push the boundaries of what is considered conventional. We hope you’ll love it as much as we do!”
‘Sanctum’ mesmerizes listeners with its intricate instrumental arrangements and powerful vocal delivery, showcasing INTERLOPER’s evolution and mastery of the progressive metal genre. The track is a testament to the band’s commitment to artistic growth and their ability to explore new sonic territories.
Listen to ‘Sanctum’ on Spotify: [https://interloper.bfan.link/sanctum-sgl.a01].
For guitar enthusiasts and fans of technical prowess, INTERLOPER also treats us to a guitar playthrough of ‘Sanctum.’
Having previously released their critically acclaimed self-titled album “INTERLOPER” in June 2021 via Nuclear Blast Records, the band continues to make waves in the metal community. The making of their debut album, “Search Party,” showcased INTERLOPER’s seamless cohesion in their writing process, allowing them to delve into creative depths without constraints. Produced by the band and Joey Virrueta, with drums recorded at Big Bad Sound LA by Jack Ruley and Zach Fisher, the album reached new heights with the mixing and mastering expertise of Andrew’s brother, Joey Virrueta. The captivating album artwork, created by Caelan Stokkermans, beautifully encapsulated the essence of “Search Party.”
For fans eager to explore more of INTERLOPER’s discography, secure your copy of “
For fans eager to explore more of INTERLOPER’s discography, secure your copy of “Search Party” in the format of your choice.
Below is the tracklist for “Search Party”:
Pathkeeper
Bound to Fall
Moonlight
Dreamlands
Drift
Search Party
The Wishing Well
Idle Years
Cheshire
Baring Teeth
Rio (Duran Duran Cover)
INTERLOPER is: Miles Dimitri Baker – guitar, Tadpole Jones – drums, Andrew Virrueta – vocals and guitar
American metal quintet, WRETCHED, has joined forces with Metal Blade Records for the release of their highly anticipated 5th full-length album. Stay tuned for more details, and be sure to follow the band to stay up to date on all things WRETCHED.
The band shares their excitement, stating, “It is with great excitement that we announce the official return of WRETCHED! We’ve signed on with Metal Blade Records, and we’re both eager to bring new material to you. Stay tuned.”
About the Band: Formed in 2005 in Charlotte, North Carolina, WRETCHED made their mark with their signing to Victory Records in 2008. Since then, they have released four full-length studio albums: “The Exodus of Autonomy” (2009), “Beyond The Gate” (2010), “Son of Perdition” (2012), and “Cannibal” (2014). After years of touring and recording, WRETCHED is back with new music and is currently writing for their debut release on Metal Blade Records.
“We’re beyond excited to hit the stage and share all of the new music we’ve been creating,” commented the band. “We’ve worked on numerous things in the last years and are excited to let this stuff out into the wild. We’re currently writing for our debut release on Metal Blade, and we can’t be more honored to be able to work with some great people, make some fun music, and hang with our friends and fans out on the road!”
On October 17th, Canadian deathcore pioneers DESPISED ICON will return to the states on the ‘Make Them Beg For Death’ U.S. Tour with headliners DYING FETUS. The 26-date trek will make stops in Atlanta, Los Angeles, and Chicago before concluding in Baltimore on November 18th. Fans will not want to miss this amazing package that includes THE ACACIA STRAIN, CREEPING DEATH, and TACTOSA.
DESPISED ICON’s Alex Erian comments, “It’s been 4 long years since we’ve toured the U.S. and we’re excited to finally head back this Fall with DYING FETUS, THE ACACIA STRAIN, CREEPING DEATH, and TACTOSA. “We’ve been listening to FETUS since the late 90s and were heavily influenced by their sound when we started our band. This is a bucket list tour for us and we look forward to seeing you all then.”
Confirmed dates for DESPISED ICON on the ‘Make Them Beg For Death’ U.S. Tour 2023 with headliners DYING FETUS, THE ACACIA STRAIN, CREEPING DEATH, and TACTOSA are:
10.17. US Cincinnati. OH – Bogarts 10.18. US Pittsburgh, PA – Roxian Theatre 10.19. US Philadelphia, PA – Brooklyn Bowl 10.20. US Richmond, VA – Canal Club 10.21. US Greensboro, NC – Hangar 1819 10.22. US Atlanta, GA – The Masquerade 10.24. US Orlando, FL – The Beacham 10.26. US Houston, TX – Warehouse Live 10.28. US Austin, TX – Come And Take It Live 10.30. US Albuquerque, NM – Sunshine Theatre 10.31. US Phoenix, AZ – The Marquee 11.01. US San Diego, CA – House Of Blues 11.02. US Los Angeles, CA – The Belasco 11.03. US Santa Cruz, CA – The Catalyst 11.04. US Sacramento, CA – Ace OF Spades 11.05. US Santa Ana, CA – The Observatory 11.07. US Salt Lake City, UT – The Depot 11.09. US Denver, CO – Summit Music Hall 11.10. US Lawrence, KS – The Granada 11.11. US Minneapolis, MN – The Lyric At Skyway 11.12. US Chicago, IL – Concord Music Hall 11.13. US Detroit, MI – St. Andrew’s Hall 11.14. US Cleveland, OH – House Of Blues 11.15. US Rochester, NY – Water Street Music Hall 11.17. US Brooklyn, NY – Warsaw 11.18. US Baltimore, MD – Rams Head Live
DÉTERRÉ means ‘Unearthed” in French. This is exactly what the latest release from DESPISED ICON is. The EP consists of 5 old-school songs dating back to 2004. It seemed fitting to remaster and re-release these early recordings to celebrate the 20-year anniversary of the band, which took form in 2002.
DÉTERRÉ was recorded throughout 2004 by Yannick St-Amand at Wild studio for a few songs and drums at Studio Victor while guitars, bass, and vocals by J-F Dagenais at his home studio. The band produced the album, and mixing was a joint effort between Yannick St-Amand and Jean-François Dagenais. Alexandre Goulet created the artwork for the EP.
• CD Jewel • Cassette o Gold (Band Exclusive) • 10″ LP o White w/ Gold + Black Splatter in gatefold (Band Exclusive) o Gold with Black Splatter in gatefold o Gold w/ Black Swirl in gatefold o Grey with Black Swirl in gatefold
DESPISED ICON’s line-up for DÉTERRÉ is: Alex Erian | Vocals Steve Marois | Vocals Eric Jarrin | Guitars Yannick St-Amand | Guitars Sébastien Piché | Bass Alex “Grind” Pelletier | Drums
Prepare yourselves for an onslaught of bone-shattering death metal as New Jersey’s Cognitive releases their scorching new single, “Rot Eternal.” This blistering track is a glimpse into the band’s upcoming album, promising a relentless assault on your senses. Brace yourself and give it a listen:
“Rot Eternal” was the second composition to emerge from the depths of Cognitive’s creative cauldron. During their pre-production recording, the band realized they had something truly extraordinary on their hands. The repetition of riffs, the earth-shattering slam in the middle, and the unexpected outro all flowed seamlessly, creating a unique and captivating experience. Accompanied by Dahmer Art’s artwork, which perfectly captures the song’s lyrical theme revolving around everyone’s favorite topic—zombies—the single is a thrilling stand-alone release. But that’s not all, as the band teases the arrival of their new album next year!
But that’s not the only news from Cognitive—these masters of mayhem are currently embarking on a month-long North American tour alongside Portugal’s Analepsy. The Quiescence Tour kicked off on July 7th in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and will continue until August 5th, concluding in Brooklyn, New York.
Prepare yourself for a relentless onslaught of brutal music as Cognitive dominates the stage, supported by the thunderous sounds of Wormhole and NecroticGoreBeast. This tour follows their recent successful stint supporting Gorod, solidifying Cognitive’s reputation as a force to be reckoned with in the live arena.
Here are the remaining tour dates for Cognitive’s North American rampage:
7/12/2023 Brass Mug – Tampa, FL
7/13/2023 Downtown Music Hall – Fort Walton, FL
7/14/2023 Boozer’s – Corpus Christi, TX
7/15/2023 Come and Take It Live – Austin, TX
7/17/2023 Edge Bar – Tucson, AZ
7/18/2023 1720 – Los Angeles, CA
7/20/2023 Brick By Brick – San Diego, CA
7/21/2023 X-Bar – Cupertino, CA
7/22/2023 Old Ironsides – Sacramento, CA
7/23/2023 The Cellar – Reno, NV
7/24/2023 Metro Music Hall – Salt Lake City, UT
7/25/2023 Trailside Saloon – Denver, CO
7/26/2023 1867 – Lincoln, NE
7/28/2023 Chicago Domination – Chicago, IL
7/29/2023 Sanctuary – Detroit, MI
7/30/2023 Montage Music Hall – Rochester, NY
7/31/2023 Hard Luck – Toronto, ON
8/01/2023 Piranha Bar – Montreal, QC
8/02/2023 L’anti – Quebec City, QC
8/03/2023 Jewel – Manchester, NH
8/04/2023 Ralph’s Diner – Boston, MA
8/05/2023 The Meadows – Brooklyn, NY
Cognitive’s journey began with the release of their EP and full-length album, which caught the attention of Unique Leader Records in 2016. Their album “Deformity” showcased the band’s unwavering dedication to their craft, intertwining their music with the dark legend of the Jersey Devil, a tale from their home state. This marked the beginning of Cognitive’s ascent in the death metal realm. With subsequent releases like “Matricide” in 2018, the band further honed their technical prowess, speed, and brutal songwriting, propelling them to new heights.
As touring became a way of life, Cognitive embarked on numerous treks alongside notable acts like Fit for an Autopsy, Rivers of Nihil, Through the Eyes of the Dead, Vulvodynia, and Lorna Shore. Their relentless pursuit of musical perfection also led them to grace the stage at Maryland Deathfest. Cognitive’s tireless work ethic and unwavering commitment to progress have transformed them into a touring machine, constantly pushing the boundaries of their art.
With the release of their latest album, “Malevolent Thoughts of a Hastened Extinction,” in 2022, Cognitive showcases their growth and exploration of new musical territories. Displaying diversity and masterful songwriting, the band fearlessly delves into new concepts, further solidifying their status as pioneers in their genre.
The current lineup of Cognitive; R ob Wharton and Harry Lannon on guitars, Shane Jost on vocals, Tyler Capone-Vitale on bass, and AJ Viana on drums.
Prepare yourself for an unrivaled auditory experience as Cognitive unleashes their sonic onslaught. Catch them live on their tour and immerse yourself in their world of unrelenting brutality and captivating musicianship.
Today, the band has shared the video for “You’ll Never Learn” that was filmed at Bloodstock 2022 and Download Fest 2023 by Loki Films. Watch it here: You’ll Never Learn.
“You’ll Never Learn” is about the people you keep around in your life that continue to make the same mistakes without making a change. Chances and patience run out, people will only stick by you for so long. Keep those true to you close, and drop that dead weight.”We shot this video across our two performances at the UK festivals Bloodstock and Download, and Loki Films managed to capture the utter chaos that ensued. Crack open a tinnie, roll a joint, bang your head or do whatever you do and enjoy the carnage of ‘YOU’LL NEVER LEARN.'” Along with our brand new video, we are supremely buzzing to announce that we will be washing Europe and the UK in oceans of blood with our dear friends Lorna Shore, Rivers Of Nihil, and Distant this autumn! We can’t wait to get back out on the road and do what we do best, laying waste to every city that we touch! -Ingested
INGESTED released Ashes Lie Still last fall via Metal Blade. Get it here
INGESTED is also pleased to announce that they will be hitting the road with Lorna Shore and labelmates Rivers of Nihil this November/December in Europe and the U.K.. Tour dates and ticket links below!
THE PAIN REMAINS EU TOUR 2023 Lineup / Itinerary:
LORNA SHORE RIVERS OF NIHIL INGESTED DISTANT
05.11.23 Netherlands Den Bosch @ The Rock Circus 06.11.23 Germany Hamburg @ Grosse Freiheit 36 07.11.23 Sweden Gothenburg @ Gothenburg Studios 09.11.23 Finland Helsinki @ Black Box 10.11.23 Finland Tampere @ Pakkahuone 12.11.23 Sweden Stockholm @ Fryshuset 13.11.23 Denmark Copenhagen @ Amager Bio 14.11.23 Germany Hannover @ Capitol 16.11.23 Germany Berlin @ Astra 17.11.23 Germany Dresden @ Ballsportarena 18.11.23 Poland Warsaw @ Progresja 19.11.23 Czech Rep Prague @ Roxy 20.11.23 Hungary Budapest @ Barba Negra 22.11.23 Austria Vienna @ Simm City 23.11.23 Germany München @ Backstage 24.11.23 Italy Milan @ Alcatraz 25.11.23 Switzerland Pratteln @ Z7 26.11.23 Belgium Brussels @ AB 28.11.23 UK Birmingham @ Academy 29.11.23 UK Leeds @ Academy 30.11.23 UK London @ o2 Forum Kentish Town 02.12.23 UK Manchester @ Academy 1 03.12.23 UK Glasgow @ SWG3 04.12.23 UK Cardiff @ Great Hall 06.12.23 France Paris @ Bataclan 07.12.23 Germany Wiesbaden @ Schlachthof 08.12.23 Germany Oberhausen @ Turbinenhalle
ABOUT INGESTED: Ingested are the flagbearers of modern UK death metal. They have been churning out bilious anti-anthems for more than a decade-and-a-half, dropping a string of releases that have helped shape the genre. They return with Ashes Lie Still, their most dynamic, inventive, and daring release to date, holding nothing back. The band describes it as “a modern essential. It still has the core Ingested elements of groovy slamming riffs, quick drumming, and guttural vocals but there’s also atmosphere, ethereal moments, and some raw old school aggression.” Over the course of 10 tracks, Ingested hack, slash, and steamroll through everything in their path, and Ashes Lie Still easily stands as the highpoint of an already impressive career. Founded in 2006 in Manchester, England, Ingested have since toured extensively with Cannibal Corpse, The Black Dahlia Murder, Nile, Carnifex, and Revocation, and have been seen on European festival stages including Summer Breeze Open Air. Slimmed down to a three-piece, the band feels it is in the best place it ever has been, enabling the members to work at the top of their game.
Ashes Lie Still was mixed and mastered by Christian Donaldson. It was co-produced by the band and previous collaborator Nico Beninato, with drummer Lyn Jeffs living close to Beninato’s studio in Mallorca and recording his drums there, while Sean Hynes recorded his guitars at home in the UK with the producer assisting remotely. Vocal tracking was interrupted by Jason Evans falling seriously ill when finally making it to Mallorca and was ultimately tracked back in Manchester. Bass was again supplied by Dominic Grimard (Ion Dissonance/The Last Felony).
Ingested succinctly encapsulate their existence, saying, “We’ve always been the underdogs, always fighting for scraps. Well, it’s time to get out of the fucking way, because now it’s our turn to eat at the table.”
You’ve. Been. Warned.
INGESTED ARE: Jason Evans – Vocals Sean Hynes – Guitars + Backing Vocals Lyn Jeffs – Drums
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