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UNMERCIFUL Announces Infernally Conquering Tour 2026

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , on March 14, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

Kansas-based death metal horde UNMERCIFUL has announced string of US tour dates in support of their latest release, Devouring Darkness. The trek will center around the band’s inaugural performance at the 2026 Maryland Deathfest.

The “Infernally Conquering Tour 2026” will feature a new lineup that includes the recently announced addition of James “Freight Train” Lee (ex-Origin) on vocals. Lee’s unmistakable intensity and legacy within extreme metal make this collaboration a historic moment for both the band and fans alike.

Confirmed dates are as follows:
5/20 – Chicago, IL @ Cobra Lounge
5/21 – Detroit, MI @ The Sanctuary
5/22 – TBA
5/23 – Clifton, NJ @ Dingbatz
5/24 – Baltimore, MD @ Maryland Deathfest
5/25 – Harrisburg, PA @ Capital Music Hall
5/26 – Lakewood, OH @ Mercury Music Lounge
5/27 – Indianapolis, IN @ State Street
5/28 – Kansas City, MO @ Warehouse on Broadway

UNMERCIFUL 2026 live lineup:
Jeremy Turner– guitar/ vocals
Clint Appelhanz– guitar/ vocals
James “Freight Train” Lee – vocals
Andy Vincent – drums
Steve Giddens – bass

Devouring Darkness, marks a new era of relentless violence and sonic brutality! With ten tracks of scorching intensity and distorted vengeance, the album is filled with blistering blast beats, intricate kick drum patterns, and destructive riffing.

Devouring Darkness is out now on CD, digital, and vinyl formats on Willowtip Records.

Stream and order the album at:

willowtip.com

unmerciful.bandcamp.com

Willowtip Records YouTube Channel

Spotify

Apple Music

Devouring Darkness sees the return of longtime member Jeremy Turner to guitar and introduces Josh Riley as the band’s new vocalist, further intensifying the group’s punishing sound.

The album was engineered and produced by Clinton Appelhanz at Waveworks Studio, with mastering handled by the legendary Alan Douches (Cannibal Corpse, Hate Eternal, etc.). Artwork by Santiago Francisco Jaramillo.

UNMERCIFUL:

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www.instagram.com/official_unmerciful

unmerciful.bandcamp.com/

Willowtip Records:

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UNMERCIFUL – Announce Lineup Changes for Maryland Deathfest 

Posted in Death Metal, death metal bands, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , on February 27, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

With just three months to go until their first-ever appearance at Maryland Deathfest, Kansas-based death metal horde UNMERCIFUL has announced a very special guest for this monumental performance.

Joining the band on vocals will be none other than James “Freight Train” Lee, widely recognized for his crushing performances on Origin’s landmark albums III, Echoes of Decimation, and Antithesis. Lee’s unmistakable intensity and legacy within extreme metal make this collaboration a historic moment for both the band and fans alike.

With Lee on stage, fans can expect a set of unmitigated ferocity and precision. One that won’t soon be forgotten.

In addition, drummer Andy Vincent (Morgue Defilement) will be stepping in behind the kit while UNMERCIFUL skin-basher Trynt Kelly continues to navigate health issues.

UNMERCIFUL is currently booking additional performances surrounding Maryland Deathfest. The band is slated to appear on MDF’s Marketplace & Power Plant Live stage on Sunday, May 24. More dates to be announced soon.

The band’s newest album, Devouring Darkness, marks a new era of relentless violence and sonic brutality! With ten tracks of scorching intensity and distorted vengeance, the album is filled with blistering blast beats, intricate kick drum patterns, and destructive riffing.

Devouring Darkness is out now on CD, digital, and vinyl formats on Willowtip Records.

Stream and order the album at:

willowtip.com

unmerciful.bandcamp.com

Willowtip Records YouTube Channel

Spotify

Apple Music

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UNMERCIFUL – To Play Big Island Metal Bash in Hawaii 

Posted in Death Metal, death metal bands, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , on June 23, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

New Album – Devouring Darkness- Out Now and Streaming

In support of their newest album, Devouring Darkness, death metal horde UNMERCIFUL will make an appearance at the Big Island Metal Bash 2 in Hilo, Hawaii. The Topeka, KS-based band will headline the second date of the fest, which also features Pessimist, The Behest of Serpents, and more.

The Big Island Metal Bash 2 will take place at Hilo Town Market in Hilo, HI on October 11-12. For details and tickets, visit this location.

Devouring Darkness marks a new era of relentless violence and sonic brutality! With ten tracks of scorching intensity and distorted vengeance, the album is filled with blistering blast beats, intricate kick drum patterns, and destructive riffing.

Devouring Darkness is out now on CD, digital, and vinyl formats on Willowtip Records.

Stream and order the album at:

willowtip.com

unmerciful.bandcamp.com

Willowtip Records YouTube Channel

Spotify

Apple Music

Devouring Darkness sees the return of longtime member Jeremy Turner to guitar and introduces Josh Riley as the band’s new vocalist, further intensifying the group’s punishing sound.

The album was engineered and produced by Clinton Appelhanz at Waveworks Studio, with mastering handled by the legendary Alan Douches (Cannibal Corpse, Hate Eternal, etc.). Artwork by Santiago Francisco Jaramillo.

UNMERCIFUL is seeking a bassist for live performances and/or a permanent position. Serious inquiries only. Contact the band for details.

UNMERCIFUL:
Clinton Appelhanz – Guitars/Bass
Jeremy Turner – Guitars/Bass
Trynt Kelly – Drums
Josh Riley – Vocals

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willowtip.com

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UNMERCIFUL – Launch Newest Single “Miracle in Fire” | Devouring Darkness Out May 23rd On Willowtip Records

Posted in Death Metal, death metal bands, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on May 1, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

The third and potentially most destructive single off the new album from Topeka, Kansas based brutal death metal horde UNMERCIFUL is now streaming. “Miracle in Fire” is live now at Heavy Blog is Heavy. Check out the exclusive premiere for the song at this location.

Devouring Darkness marks a new era of relentless violence and sonic brutality! With ten tracks of scorching intensity and distorted vengeance, the album is filled with blistering blast beats, intricate kick drum patterns, and destructive riffing.

“Miracle in Fire” will be available on Spotify, Apple Music, and all other streaming services on Friday, May 2. Additional selections from Devouring Darkness are now streaming on all major platforms.

Devouring Darkness is set for release on CD, digital, and vinyl formats on May 23 on Willowtip Records.

Pre-order the album at:

willowtip.com

unmerciful.bandcamp.com

Track-list:

 1. Miracle in Fire

 2. Unnatural Ferocity

 3. Malice Unbound

 4. Devouring Darkness

 5. Relentless Malevolence

 6. Vomit you out (Origin cover)*

 7. Infernal Conquering

 8. The Reaping

 9. Voracious Lunacy

10. Vengeance Transcending

UNMERCIFUL has announced the first of many live assaults in support of Devouring Darkness. The band will host an album release show on June 20 at Warehouse on Broadway in Kansas City, MO, alongside Torn The Fuck Apart, Garoted, and Hossferatu. Details and tickets are available here.

UNMERCIFUL:
Clinton Appelhanz – Guitars/Bass
Jeremy Turner – Guitars/Bass
Trynt Kelly – Drums
Josh Riley – Vocals

Devouring Darkness sees the return of longtime member Jeremy Turner to guitar and introduces Josh Riley as the band’s new vocalist, further intensifying the group’s punishing sound.

The album was engineered and produced by Clinton Appelhanz at Waveworks Studio, with mastering handled by the legendary Alan Douches (Cannibal Corpse, Hate Eternal, etc.). Artwork by Santiago Francisco Jaramillo.

UNMERCIFUL is seeking a bassist for live performances and/or a permanent position. Serious inquiries only. Contact the band for details.

www.facebook.com/officialunmerciful

www.instagram.com/official_unmerciful

unmerciful.bandcamp.com/

willowtip.com

willowtip.bandcamp.com

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UNMERCIFUL – Unveil Two New Songs

Posted in Death Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news with tags , , , , , , on November 30, 2023 by Metal Odyssey

Topeka, Kansas brutal death metal horde UNMERCIFUL has posted live video footage of two yet-to-be-released new songs – “The Reaping” and “Malice Unbound.”

The footage was shot during the band’s recent performance at the Lawrence, Kansas date of the Ancient Unholy Uprising Tour, headlined by SUFFOCATION and INCANTATION.

Check out “The Reaping” now at youtu.be/HX4OdeayEgk?si=PYLxu4lvh677CMh_

Watch “Malice Unbound” at youtu.be/h_2qYEOcf5k?si=D7Qs4QYNWIU_ob0E

UNMERCIFUL is currently working on material for the follow-up to 2020’s Wrath Encompassed. The band is expected to hit the studio soon and is targeting a 2024 release for the new album.

Watch the video for “Wrath Encompassed” at https://youtu.be/TaWqd3DMLL0

Wrath Encompassed is out on Willowtip Records and available at:

Willowtip – https://bit.ly/unmerciful-wrathwt

Bandcamp – https://bit.ly/unmerciful-wrathbc

UNMERCIFUL:
Clinton Appelhanz – Guitars/ Vocals
Jeremy Turner – Guitars/ Vocals
Trynt Kelly – Drums
Joshua Riley– Vocals

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