SUICIDE SILENCE Unleashes 'Graceless' as Deathcore's Raw Pulse Resounds
California deathcore juggernauts SUICIDE SILENCE have unleashed a ferocious new track, "Graceless," the title piece of their highly anticipated album set to drop on November 20 via Century Media. This relentless anthem serves as a reminder of the raw, unfiltered chaos that initially catapulted deathcore into the metal stratosphere back in the early 2000s, and the accompanying music video encapsulates that spirit with every brutal riff and guttural scream.
In their own words, the band states, "This is the title track off our new record. It's a short-and-sweet crusher that gives you a taste of what this record is all about." They've encouraged fans to dive deeper into their creative journey through their podcast, where they dissect the song, its accompanying video, and the album's overarching themes.
SUICIDE SILENCE's signature sound thrives on communal energy, a product of bodies crammed into a room, amps cranked to the max, and the creative friction that arises from passionate discussions. The result? "Graceless" emerges as a strange sanctuary amid the chaos—vicious, visceral, and fully realized by a band that has weathered countless storms and disputes about its musical direction.
As guitarist Chris Garza reflects, the band's mission has always been to strip away excess and let their music breathe: "When we choose to do that, great things follow. We're back to doing it exactly as we did it when we were kids: just playing heavy shit and doing it from the heart." What once felt like a label has now transformed into a banner of defiance, a testament to their unwavering resilience over 24 years since their inception in SoCal.
In a bold move, SUICIDE SILENCE will embark on the "Reminders Of Hell Tour" this fall, kicking off on November 6 in Riverside, California, and culminating on December 13 in Los Angeles. They’ll be joined by fellow heavyweights EMMURE, ANGELMAKER, and SYNESTIA, promising a brutal assault on the senses.
While their seventh album, "Remember... You Must Die," saw the light of day back in March 2023, produced by the likes of Taylor Young, the band's evolution has not come without its upheavals. With the departure of longtime drummer Alex Lopez in April 2022, Ernie Iniguez has stepped in, ensuring the thunderous backbone remains intact. Meanwhile, guitarist Ian Waye has filled in for Chris Garza during a personal hiatus, showcasing the band's ability to adapt without losing their edge.