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New album And Now We Die releasing on January 23, 2026

In August we announced the signing of VANISHMENT and released their first single – the pounding and infectious “Scarred In Fate.” Now we issue its follow-up “Engraved Under Skin” to all digital streaming/download platforms, as well as the lyric video HERE: https://youtu.be/FL6r6e3NjU0?si=N_20rrx7XlzKBb_s

“‘Engraved Under Skin’ is about someone who has crucified themselves with guilt and sorrow in their mind, shutting off their emotions and feelings from the world,” explains drummer Chris Wozniak. “We picked it for the second single off the album because we wanted to highlight our depth as a band.“

VANISHMENT take pride in delivering a combination of DIY attitude, relentlessly heavy songs and a face-melting live experience that leaves an indelible mark upon all in its path. Consisting of members who participated in past bands like Himsa, Lair Of The Minotaur, Hell Promise, Trial, Earthen Grave and more. VANISHMENT brings a maturity and understanding, without losing its primal edge that mixed with their melodic values concocts an infectious combination, sure to appeal to a variety of metalheads young and old.

VANISHMENT are a powerful and ripping new band from the suburbs of Seattle that play a combo of hard ‘n fast and slow ‘n heavy riffs, never forgetting the harmony and thunder, with the power and the groove. Their new album And Now We Die will release January 23, 2026. Pre-Order CD, limited-edition green colored vinyl and only 100 cassettes now HERE: https://lnk.to/vanishment

VANISHMENT:
Rob Ropkins – vocals
Brian Johnson – guitar
Jeremy McAllister – guitar
Nate Baker – bass
Chris Wozniak – drums

VANISHMENT began in 2019 taking inspiration from classic thrash and heavy metal bands like Metallica, Iron Maiden, Megadeth and Judas Priest. The group spent several months between 2020-2021 writing, rehearsing and eventually recording their debut effort, No More Torture, which was self-released in 2023. The album displayed the band’s raw energy and aggressive sound, and was met with a tsunami of critical praise.

Playing numerous shows through the Pacific Northwest, performing alongside Warbringer, Flotsam & Jetsam, Mutoid Man, Accused A.D., Haunt, Anthares, Solicitor, and Blighted Eye as well as their new label-mates in Silver Talon and Lacabra.

In between shows, VANISHMENT continued to write what would become their second album recording with Nicholas Wilbur (Sumac, Mamiffer) at Anacortes Unknown and mastered by Alan Douches (Three Inches of Blood, Baroness, Darkest Hour).

For more info:
www.facebook.com/vanishment.seattle
www.instagram.com/vanishmentseattle
www.vanishment.bandcamp.com
www.m-theoryaudio.com

VANISHMENT are the latest signings to M-Theory Audio. The Seattle-based band has a lot of band member experience and are readying the release of their second album for January 2026.

“For our second album, Vanishment wanted to partner up with a like-minded label with an outstanding roster, so naturally M-Theory was one of the first labels we reached out to. Little did we know that our metal brothers from Seattle, Lacabra, had just inked a deal with M-Theory at that time. When Marco hit us back with that news, we were absolutely certain this was the right fit. Fast forward a few months, and we’re very stoked for the future of this partnership!“

VANISHMENT take pride in delivering a combination of DIY attitude, relentlessly heavy songs and a face-melting live experience that leaves an indelible mark upon all in its path. Consisting of members who participated in past bands like Himsa, Lair Of The Minotaur, Hell Promise, Trial, Earthen Grave and more the group brings a maturity and understanding without losing its primal edge that combined with their melodic values concocts an infectious combination sure to appeal to a variety of metalheads young and old.

To give you that impression check VANISHMENT out on today’s premiere of first single “Scarred In Fate” on any and all streaming/download music platforms or better its accompanying music video HERE https://youtu.be/woVDCFOsdFI

“The first single from our second album ‘..And Now We Die’ is also the first song on the album. Entitled ‘Scarred in Fate,’ we believe the song is representative of the new album, and offers a glimpse into the band’s evolving sound and intensity. It was written while watching romantic comedies and drinking copious amounts of red wine. NOT! This is fucking METAL. This song is a banger. Enjoy!“

A powerful and ripping new band from the suburbs of Seattle that play a combo of hard ‘n fast and slow ‘n heavy riffs never forgetting the harmony and thunder, the power and the groove. Watch for more new music and live shows from VANISHMENT leading up to the release of their new album ‘And Now We Die’ in January 2026. Pre-Order available now on our webstore www.m-theoryaudio.com/store (now featuring fulfillment from US and Europe with domestic shipping prices and shorter wait times and no custom charges) with more outlets being made available as we head towards street date.

VANISHMENT began in 2019 taking inspiration from classic thrash and heavy metal bands like Metallica, Iron Maiden, Megadeth and Judas Priest, the group spent several months between 2020-2021 writing, rehearsing and eventually recording their debut effort, No More Torture, which was self-released in 2023. The album displayed the band’s raw energy and aggressive sound, and was met with a tsunami of critical praise.

Playing numerous shows through the Pacific Northwest, performing alongside Warbringer, Flotsam & Jetsam, Mutoid Man, Accused A.D., Haunt, Anthares, Solicitor, and Blighted Eye as well as their new label-mates in Silver Talon and Lacabra. In between shows, VANISHMENT continued to write what would become their second album recording with Nicholas Wilbur (Sumac, Mamiffer) at Anacortes Unknown and mastered by Alan Douches (Three Inches of Blood, Baroness, Darkest Hour).

VANISHMENT
Rob Ropkins – vocals
Brian Johnson – guitar
Jeremy McAllister – guitar
Nate Baker – bass
Chris Wozniak – drums

Upcoming Shows:
8/23 – Belltown Yacht Club – Seattle, WA
8/29 – The Charleston – Bremerton, WA
9/25 – The Kraken Bar – Seattle, WA
10/17 – Funhouse – Seattle, WA

For more info:
 
www.facebook.com/vanishment.seattle
www.instagram.com/vanishmentseattle
www.vanishment.bandcamp.com
www.m-theoryaudio.com