| POWER TRIP return from what feels like an eternity – today they debut their triumphant and scorching new double single “Precinct 3” / “Scavenger” – the first of many to come. Fans have waited nearly a decade for these new tracks – songs that they thought might never come. And yet somehow, despite an improbable build up and truly unfathomable expectations, Power Trip have managed to deliver, again– this time plotting a new course for the future. The next chapter begins now. “Precinct 3” / “Scavenger” are the first new recordings of a new era for Power Trip in the wake of the passing of their frontman Riley Gale in 2020. And despite the challenge of living up to the legend they created in their rearview, with a decade of hard-fought wins, a succession of hugely-attended and high profile tours, and eventually a Grammy nomination, “Precinct 3” / “Scavenger” charts a bold path forward. Recorded in Carrollton, TX at Empire Sound, the release marks the band’s maiden voyage with uber-producer Jacob Hansen (Arch Enemy, Volbeat, Amon Amarth, The Black Dahlia Murder, etc.), who maintains the grit of their previous work while adding a new sheen to the band’s fresh ideas. “Recording worked out really well for us because he has the knowledge of making these big records, but also comes from the late 80’s extreme metal underground,” recalls drummer Chris Ulsh. “We’re tough to please because we want something that sounds current, but most importantly we want it to sound like us, however that comes out.” “Precinct 3” sees Power Trip roaring back with all of the teeth-gnashing bloodthirst that you’d expect from a newly-untethered feral animal. Anchored by the propulsive drumming of longtime member Chris Ulsh and wildly impressive attack of guitarists Blake Ibanez and Nick Stewart, “Precinct 3” relies on a tremolo-picked riff with jarring start-stops that speeds along at a dizzying 205 BPM, braking for dual riffing and a short bridge section before entering a signature Power Trip half-speed beatdown. The track follows similar lyrical paths as Power Trip’s previously well-read themes, this time examining the dangers of unchecked authority inspired by the current socio-political climate. “When we were writing this, we wondered what Riley would have wanted to write about,” recalls founding member and guitarist Blake Ibanez. “So once we decided on that approach, it honestly came really easily– the lyrics were flowing and it just felt like the right way to kick off this new chapter and honor him. I think he would have been stoked to see it come to fruition.” “Scavenger” is a snarling mid-tempo onslaught that fits firmly in Power Trip’s wheelhouse, sitting comfortably side-by-side with other fan favorites like “Soul Sacrifice” and “Crossbreaker.” Opening with a creepy-crawly riff over a strutting drumbeat, “Scavenger” sees Power Trip venturing into new territory with epic mid-choruses, bridge sections that further explore the deliciously evil main riff, and a mid-section breakdown meant to divorce fans from reality. Frontman Seth Gilmore handles the lyrical content with an unchecked rancor, delving into the phenomenon of people who are willing to attach themselves to another’s hard work, reaping rewards without the dedication or due diligence. “There are people out there that ride along and develop some sort of self-importance from association,” admits Gilmore. “And from there, they wield that in the wrong directions. Or maybe even against the same people they leeched it from.” “Precinct 3” and “Scavenger” were produced by Jacob Hansen and co-produced by Blake Ibanez. They arrive today via the band’s new label home Blue Grape Music. Alongside digital retailers, the singles will be released as a limited 7” which is available for pre-order on Power Trip and Blue Grape Music’s webstores. There will also be a Record Store Day Black Friday exclusive with alternate artwork available at indie record shops across the country on November 27, 2026 – find your nearest location here. Power Trip have been working diligently in the studio for over a year, with both singles acting as a preview for what’s to come on their forthcoming new studio album, due in Spring of 2027. Power Trip Live Dates:
Oct 21: Mexico City, MX – Slayer: Reign In Blood 40th Anniversary
Oct 24: Fort Worth, TX – Sick New World Texas
Nov 20: New Orleans, LA – The Great NOLA Trendkill Power Trip formed in 2008 and is the core quartet of Blake Ibanez, Chris Ulsh, Nick Stewart and Chris Whetzel, along with newly minted vocalist Seth Gilmore who joined in 2023. Throughout the 2010s, the highly influential band helped redefine hardcore and crossover thrash for a new generation of fans thanks to their kinetic live shows and enigmatic frontman Riley Gale (R.I.P). Power Trip released a pair of LPs in 2013’s Manifest Decimation and 2017’s Nightmare Logic along with various singles, a compilation and a live LP, toured the world several times over, but have remained relatively quiet in recent years, playing sporadic shows and festival dates across the globe. | 
