BLOODFEAST RITUAL is back with a vengeance, delivering an unrelenting dose of progressive death metal with their latest single, “Soul Annihilation.” This is the first track to be unveiled from their highly anticipated split album You’ve Got Red On You, a collaboration with Chicago-based NECRONOMICON EX MORTIS. Stream “Soul Annihilation” HERE.
“Soul Annihilation” is a blistering, high-octane track that showcases the raw talent and technical precision BLOODFEAST RITUAL has become known for. With its sludgy, grungy riffs and chaotic, searing solos crafted by Michael Bala and Hunter Gurney, the song plunges listeners into a sonic hellscape that mirrors its narrative: the obliteration of a soul into nothingness. Vocalist David Ainsworth delivers a ferocious performance, channeling primal rage and despair, while drummer Joey Ferretti keeps the chaos grounded with precision blast beats and relentless energy.
You’ve Got Red On You will be released on February 21, 2025, marking a monumental collaboration between BLOODFEAST RITUAL and NECRONOMICON EX MORTIS. The split album explores themes of cosmic horror, existential dread, and humanity’s darkest moments, showcasing the creative synergy of two powerhouse death metal bands.
ABOUT NECRONOMICON EX MORTIS
Emerging from the depths of Chicago, NECRONOMICON EX MORTIS is a death metal powerhouse that merges relentless brutality with cinematic storytelling. Since their formation in 2022, the band has unleashed an astonishing five EPs in just two years, showcasing their ability to evolve while staying true to the essence of old-school death metal. Drawing heavily from horror classics, the macabre works of H.P. Lovecraft, and the shredding virtuosity of ‘80s metal, their music creates a chilling atmosphere that feels like a soundtrack to your worst nightmares.
With tracks that seamlessly blend haunting melodies, face-melting solos, and mid-tempo groove, NECRONOMICON EX MORTIS has carved a unique space in the death metal scene. Whether you’re moshing to the thrashy riffs of “Bound In Human Flesh” or exploring the eerie melodies of “Unspeakable Swamp Creature,” the band’s commitment to storytelling through music is unmistakable. Known for their electrifying live shows and dedication to their craft, NECRONOMICON EX MORTIS ensures that Halloween never truly ends.
ABOUT BLOODFEAST RITUAL
From the sprawling chaos of Los Angeles comes BLOODFEAST RITUAL, a death metal juggernaut that fuses progressive intricacy with raw, old-school aggression. Formed in 2019, the band quickly established themselves as a force to be reckoned with, blending the proggy complexity of bands like ATHEIST with the unrelenting ferocity of BLOOD INCANTATION. Their music is both cerebral and visceral, pulling listeners into a world of existential dread and cosmic horror.
BLOODFEAST RITUAL’s compositions, such as the sprawling epic “Decaying Humanity” and the brutal “Soul Annihilation,” demonstrate their ability to balance crushing heaviness with technical sophistication. With lyrics that explore themes of despair, destruction, and humanity’s collapse, the band crafts a sound that’s as thought-provoking as it is devastating. Renowned for their meticulous songwriting and blistering live performances, BLOODFEAST RITUAL continues to push the boundaries of modern death metal.
You’ve Got Red On You Track List:
- Soul Annihilation
- Decaying Humanity
- The Music Of Eric Zahn
- Bound In Human Flesh
- Unspeakable Swamp Creature
- Misery
NECRONOMICON EX MORTIS is:
- Michael Nystrom Bala – Guitars, Songwriting, Lyrics
- Manuel Barbará – Guitars
- Craig Schmuhl – Vocals
- Joey Ferretti – Drums
- Yusuf Rashid – Bass
BLOODFEAST RITUAL is:
- Michael Bala – Guitars
- Hunter Gurney – Guitars, Bass, Songwriting
- David Ainsworth – Vocals
- Joey Ferretti – Drums