Massachusetts metal group Devitalized release the third single, “X_X” in anticipation of their debut album State Of Aggression, due out later this year.
The aggressive track is a fusion of groovy melodic riffs and crushing deathcore-inspired breakdowns.
“We took a lot of inspiration from bands such as Lorna Shore, Knocked Loose, and Alpha Wolf for this track,” says vocalist John-Paul Ratta. “All the way through the lyrics, sound, style, and even how I would express myself in the studio, it all came together to inspire what would be come the blueprint for “X_X.”
But the song has a deeper story, extremely personal to Ratta.
“I wrote “X_X” when I was at the lowest point of my life. It’s my experience with suicide and self harm. I’m hoping it will reach those who feel lost, those who are tired, and those who want to give up. I want to empower and help those people that are in the same position.”
“X_X” follows Devitalized songs ‘Deep Cuts” and “False Reality,” both of which will be featured on their upcoming, debut album. State Of Aggression will contain 10 total tracks, an undoubtable jolt to the deathcore scene.
It follows the band’s debut EP RESURGANCE, which was remastered and rereleased in 2022.
Learn more about Devitalized here.
