High-octane crossover thrash powerhouse EXTINCTION A.D. officially release their blistering new single, “Truth or Consequences,” out today via M-Theory Audio to all digital download and streaming platforms. The track features a guest appearance by Brian Audley, guitarist of hardcore band INCENDIARY, providing visceral backup vocals that amplify the song’s aggressive energy.
Accompanied by a gritty new lyric video, “Truth or Consequences” delivers the band’s signature blend of thrash metal precision and New York hardcore intensity. The track explores themes of accountability and the inevitable fallout of societal deception, serving as a sonic wrecking ball for the modern era.
“Working with Brian was a no-brainer for us. Incendiary has always been a massive influence on the Long Island scene, and having his energy on this track took it to a completely different level of aggression,” says singer/guitarist Rick Jimenez. “This song veers hard into the ideology of more ground level stakes, which hearkens back to vibes of a former band of mine and Audley’s called Soldiers”.
Watch the “Truth and Consequences” Lyric Video HERE https://youtu.be/Kxij2SUtwWA?si=_7tviXorhmVSGLzu – featuring artwork by Chemical Messiah (Norma Jean, Teeth, Better Lovers)
EXTINCTION A.D. is currently hitting the road in support of the new music, with several upcoming festival appearances and regional dates:
- 5/23 – No Problemo – New Bedford, MA
- 5/24 – Cherry St. Station – Wallingford, CT
- 6/27 – NJ Metalfest – Debonair Music Hall – Teaneck, NJ
- 9/18 – Within These Walls 2026 – Phoenix, AZ @ The Nile (with Outta Pocket, Skin Ticket, Die Young, Will To Live)
Formed on Long Island, New York from the ashes of THIS IS HELL, EXTINCTION A.D. is a bridge between the worlds of ‘80s thrash metal and ‘90s hardcore. Known for their explosive live shows and unrelenting work ethic, the band continues to redefine the crossover genre for a new generation of metalheads.
Since 2013 the band has grown from raw underground roots to sharing stages with respected acts and carving out a distinct voice in the modern metal landscape forging a reputation for relentless crossover thrash infused with hardcore urgency and socially charged lyrics.
Earlier releases, on labels like Good Fight and Unique Leader, further showcased the band’s capability to merge fierce riff work with emotional and thematic depth. Their output has drawn comparisons to powerful East Coast thrash and hardcore hybrids, with critics praising their raw energy and ability to keep the classic thrash ethos alive while pushing it forward.
Thrashing just as hard as their predecessors, the band also break their surroundings down and deliver some heavy as hell riotous mosh; hitting that all-important sweet spot mixture of ‘80s thrash, ‘90s extreme metal and New York hardcore, all encompassed into one. Never afraid to speak their minds amidst a divisive world, EXTINCTION A.D. brings a decisive power to match their frenetic energy. The endgame is not just rebellion but revolution.
EXTINCTION A.D. is:
Rick Jimenez – vocals and guitar
Ian Cimaglia – lead guitar and vocals
Tom Wood – bass
Mike Sciulara – drums
For more information:
www.facebook.com/ExtinctionAD
www.instagram.com/ExtinctionAD
www.twitter.com/extinctionAD
ExtinctionAD.bandcamp.com
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