Russian deathcore outfit Slaughter To Prevail are fucking intense dwell. Having just lately torn a path throughout the U.S. of their headlining tour, the band has made a reputation for themselves as a crushing, unrelenting power armed with wild guitars, thunderous drumming, and the virtually demonic vocal presence of Alex Horrible. Shit is wild.

So after we bought phrase that the band was dropping the album model of their new single “Viking” and its accompanying music video, we thought it could function some dudes in viking get ups — possibly within the demon masks to assist promote some merch — slaughtering some hapless villagers or one thing. However that turned out to be a silly notion, since Slaughter To Prevail isn’t actually the type of act to depend on the grand spectacle. (Apart from that point Horrible “wrestled a bear” for a music video…)

That includes lyrics in each Russian and English, Horrible says the brand new monitor attracts on brutal tales of historical warriors and their exploits.

“‘Viking’ is a strong ode to the spirit of the traditional warriors, infused with our signature steel vitality and a contact of folklore that can transport you to a realm of historical legends and battle cries Now, we’re thrilled to carry this expertise from the stage to your audio system.”

Slaughter To Prevail has been in a bizarre place as of late, given the continued battle between their homeland and Ukraine. The band has all the time held the stance that they’re apolitical, however that they’re very anti-war, by claiming they “don’t take sides.” That being stated, they’ve additionally come out displaying solidarity for Ukraine whereas asking followers to not vilify the Russian populace because of the aggression.

Whatever the geopolitical scenario involving Russia and Ukraine, it’s best to completely play the only beneath as loud as potential. This shit rips.