BLOOD OF ANGELS have unveiled their new single “The Last Rites”, offering a powerful first look into their forthcoming full-length album Les Agnst ov Thanatou, scheduled for release on June 21, 2026. Accompanied by an official lyric video, the single marks a pivotal chapter in the band’s most ambitious and emotionally driven work to date.
“The Last Rites” serves as a thematic cornerstone of Les Agnst ov Thanatou, a concept album centered on mortality, grief, ritual, and the psychological weight of loss. The song captures the moment where struggle gives way to ceremony, reflecting the human need for closure when confronting death. Musically, BLOOD OF ANGELS balance crushing aggression with deliberate structure, blending rhythmic groove, high-speed intensity, and melodic precision to create a track that is both forceful and reflective.
Lyrically, “The Last Rites” explores the stillness that follows life’s final breath. It examines fear, release, and remembrance, presenting death not as chaos, but as a passage shaped by ritual and reflection. The track stands as a transition point within the album’s narrative, preparing the listener for deeper psychological and emotional confrontations ahead.
Les Agnst ov Thanatou represents a significant evolution for BLOOD OF ANGELS. Written during a period marked by widespread uncertainty and personal loss, the album presents a unified narrative that traces humanity’s response to death through resistance, ritual, memory, and acceptance. Recorded at Underground Studios in Tampa, Florida, the album was produced by Bob Noxious, Preston DiCarlo, and BLOOD OF ANGELS, with mixing by Preston DiCarlo and mastering at Soundlab in New York City.
Since forming in 2017, BLOOD OF ANGELS have earned international recognition for their songwriting, musicianship, and uncompromising vision. Their accolades include the 2023 Hollywood Independent Music Award for “Best Rock/Metal Song” and multiple Akademia Music Awards. In 2025, the band completed a sold-out headlining European tour, further establishing their presence on the global metal stage.
With “The Last Rites,” BLOOD OF ANGELS begin the descent into Les Agnst ov Thanatou, inviting listeners to confront mortality through sound, story, and emotion.
About BLOOD OF ANGELS:
BLOOD OF ANGELS is an extreme metal band based in Tampa, Florida, known for blending melodic death metal, blackened atmospheres, and aggressive modern metal into a unified and emotionally charged sound. Since forming in 2017, the band has developed a reputation for confronting dark subject matter through disciplined songwriting, cinematic structure, and uncompromising intensity.
The band’s music draws influence from across the metal spectrum, incorporating elements of death metal, black metal, thrash, and groove while maintaining a strong melodic foundation. Rather than adhering to a single subgenre, BLOOD OF ANGELS focuses on emotional impact and narrative cohesion, using heavy music as a vehicle for catharsis, reflection, and confrontation.
Lyrically, BLOOD OF ANGELS explores themes of mortality, loss, conflict, and psychological struggle. These ideas are often presented through concept-driven releases that encourage immersive listening rather than isolated tracks. The band’s forthcoming album, Les Agnst ov Thanatou, continues this approach with a focused examination of grief and the human response to death.
BLOOD OF ANGELS has earned multiple industry awards for songwriting and performance, including honors from the Hollywood Independent Music Awards and Akademia Music Awards. In 2025, the band completed a sold-out headlining European tour, further establishing their presence on the international metal stage.
With a commitment to artistic growth and respect for metal’s legacy, BLOOD OF ANGELS continues to push forward with music that is heavy, deliberate, and emotionally resonant.
BLOOD OF ANGELS is:
Randy Reyes – Vocals, Acoustic Guitar
Aaron Robinson – Guitar
Jonathan Rushford – Drums, Keyboards
The Maggot – Bass, Background Vocals
Connect with BLOOD OF ANGELS:
Official Website: http://www.bloodofangels.net
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Les Angst Ov Thanatou Tracklist:
- “Transitional Portal”
- “Beating You”
- “The Last Rites”
- “Red River Death”
- “The Pain Inside”
- “Spillage”
- “Minds of the Broken”
- “Nevermore”
- “Eulogy”