Massachusetts-based multi-genre metal band Devitalized have just released their debut album State Of Aggression.
State Of Aggression is a relentless fusion of deathcore and hardcore, packed with hard-hitting breakdowns and demonic vocal performances. Consisting of 8 tracks, including the standout singles “Welcome Back” and “Godslayer” (featuring Tom Barber of Chelsea Grin/Darko US), the album showcases the band’s relentless energy and musical prowess. In addition to the album release, fans can enjoy the official music video for “Flesh Pit” on the band’s YouTube channel, which features a violent visual narrative that matches the intensity of the music.
Vocalist John-Paul Ratta describes the emotional relief that comes along with this album finally being in a place to release:
“State of Aggression is an album I’ve been writing in my notes app for three years. When we finally came together to make this, I felt the weight off my chest. I realized no matter what struggles I had to deal with, I can get back up and be better, and I finally get to do it with the dudes I love!”
Discussing the style of the album, bassist Tommy Jones Jr. says:
“Overall, what I like about State Of Aggression is that it’s not quite considered deathcore, nor hardcore, nor metalcore. It’s just everything, all the time, and that’s what I think Devitalized will be known for.”
Guitarist Dawson Medeiros adds:
“State Of Aggression is a demonstration of what we’re capable of as a group. We got into a room, locked in and wrote a killer album.”
Check out the new video for their single “Flesh Pit”:
To celebrate the album release, Devitalized will co-headline the ‘Hardcore In The Heat’ event at the Worcester Palladium on June 7th, alongside Nailed Shut, Slamwich, In Shallows, and No Allegiance. Get your ticket here.
State Of Aggression tracklist:
1. Welcome Back
2. Deep Cuts
3. Karma Sutra
4. Godslayer (Feat. Tom Barber)
5. State Of Aggression
6. X_X
7. Flesh Pit
8. The End
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Photo courtesy of Madyson Coburn.
