DERISION CULT proudly announces the release of their latest single, “Warning Signs (JKFleshmix),”“ a high-octane industrial rockabilly anthem reworked by none other than Justin Broadrick, the legendary mind behind GODFLESH and JESU. The track is the latest single from the eagerly awaited Mercenary Notes Pt 2, set for release on March 14, 2025, via Glitchmode Recordings. Broadrick, renowned for his innovative approach to soundscapes, brings an electrifying energy to “Warning Signs”. His previous collaboration with DERISION CULT—on the horror-themed mix of Slaves Rebuild—garnered widespread acclaim and can be heard HERE. This latest endeavor pushes boundaries even further, blending jackhammer guitars, thunderous beats, and spoken-word vocals into an unrelenting sonic assault.
Lyrically, “Warning Signs” serves as both a wake-up call and a reflection on the cultural and societal tipping points we face. The haunting chorus, “Is it getting real enough yet?”, is inspired by an unforgettable real-life moment. Dave McAnally, the mastermind behind DERISION CULT, draws from a story shared by his brother, a Naval EOD officer. Witnessing the harsh realities of war, a Navy SEAL’s biting remark to a shaken Hollywood director served as a raw and chilling foundation for the song’s themes.
Produced by Sean Payne at Glitch Mode Studios, Mercenary Notes Pt 2 continues DERISION CULT’s journey through aggressive industrial metal, pulling influences from thrash, blues, and outlaw country. The EP features six tracks that tackle themes of survival, technology, and the power dynamics within media manipulation. Alongside Reeves Gabrels, the EP includes guest appearances from Pete Berwick and Ronaldo Rodriguez, with remixes contributed by Justin Broadrick (GODFLESH) and CYANOTIC.
About DERISION CULT:
Formed in 2014, DERISION CULT has carved out a space in the industrial metal genre with their hard-hitting fusion of thrash guitars, industrial rhythms, and provocative social commentary. Led by frontman Dave McAnally, the band’s music addresses themes of media manipulation, technology, and survival in a rapidly evolving world. Signed to Glitch Mode Recordings in 2021, DERISION CULT continues to push boundaries, collaborating with prominent names in industrial music such as Reeves Gabrels and Justin Broadrick.
DERISION CULT is:
- Dave McAnally – Vocals, Guitars, Programming
- Sean Payne – Production, Synths, Programming, Backing Vocals
- Brad Huston – Guitars, Programming
- Jesse Hunt – Percussion
Album Credits:
- Produced by: Sean Payne
- Recording Studio: Glitch Mode Recordings
- Engineered by: Brad Huston
- Mastered by: Sean Payne, Brad Huston
- Album Artwork: Jim Marcus
- Featured Guests:
- Reeves Gabrels (DAVID BOWIE, THE CURE) – Lead guitars on “Warning Signs” and “Radiation Blues”
- Pete Berwick – Vocals on “Joker’s Wild (And Kings Are Dead)” and “Influence”
- Ronaldo Rodriguez – Organ on “Joker’s Wild (And Kings Are Dead)”
- Justin Broadrick (GODFLESH, JESU) – Remix of “Warning Signs”
- Cyanotic – Remix of “Radiation Blues”
Tracklist:
- “Where Are You Now?”
- “Joker’s Wild (And Kings Are Dead)”
- “Warning Signs”
- “Radiation Blues”
- “Influence”
- “Abdication Day”
- “Warning Signs (Justin Broadrick Mix)”
- “Radiation Blues (Cyanotic Mix)”