Black Mask are creating soul-crushing hardcore with a grind and metal influence that builds destructive walls of sound. Originally formed in 2011, the band debuted with 2012’s Black Mask EP followed by 2014’s Lost Below EP and extensive touring. Today, Black Mask return heavier and more focused than ever with the announcement of their first full-length, Vestige Of Mercy, set for release October 16th through Static Era Records. The twelve track album was produced and recorded by guitarist Greg Thomas (also of END) at Silver Bullet Studios and mastered by Will Putney at Graphic Nature Audio. Preorder it HERE.
Lead single “Monarch Detraction,” out now, is 55 seconds of unrelenting rage against the class system. Dark, aggressive vocals reside along frenzied drums and thick riffs on the rapidly paced track. The video for the song, directed by Britain Weyant and shot and edited by Sean Reel, finds Black Mask giving a blistering performance in a dark and grimy room. Stream “Monarch Detraction” HERE and watch the video HERE.
Black Mask is Michael Stello – Vocals, Travis McKenrick – Guitar/Vocals, Casey Columbus – Bass, Matt Full – Drums, and Greg Thomas – Guitar.
