In two weeks, Canadian deathcore pioneers DESPISED ICON unleash their seventh full-length album, Shadow Work which will be released on October 31, 2025 via Nuclear Blast Records. The album stands as the band's most fine-tuned and dynamic effort to date, balancing relentless speed, crushing grooves, and morbid melodies, while remaining true to their signature blend of extreme death metal and hardcore grit.
From crushing riffs and blistering blast beats to a seismic breakdown, 'The Apparition' unleashes DESPISED ICON's dynamic chaos. A visceral anthem of loyalty tested and spirits fractured beyond repair, its lyrics are a haunting exploration of betrayal, brotherhood, and inner ruin. Watch the music video directed by Simon Marchand of Disjonctés Production, here:
DESPISED ICON's Eric Jarrin comments, "We are really stoked to present this third single to all of you. 'The Apparition' holds a special place in my heart as it is the last song I wrote for this record. With the help of Alex for the arrangements, I allowed myself to push the melodic enveloppe a bit further and came up with one of the most crushing breakdowns on the album.
This song also marks our first collaboration with Simon and Disjonctés Productions. Not only did he understand the very personal lyrics of 'The Apparition,' Simon found a very artistic way to translate it into images while encompassing the energy of the band performing. Thanks for watching."
Pre-order/pre-save Shadow Work:
https://despisedicon.bfan.link/shadow-work
Stream 'The Apparition':
https://despisedicon.bfan.link/the-apparition
In less than 3 weeks, DESPISED ICON will join headliner's SANGUISUGABOGG on their U.S. tour. The 22-date trek, which includes DEFEATED SANITY, and CORPSE PILE as support, will kick off in Detroit on November 4th and make stops in Santa Ana, Houston and New York concluding on November 30th in Columbus, OH. Following the tour, the band will headline 2 sold-out hometown shows on December 6th and 7th at Club Soda.
11.04 Detroit, MI @ St. Andrews Hall
11.05 Chicago, IL @ Metro
11.06 Indianapolis, IN @ Deluxe (Old National Centre)
11.07 Lawrence, KS @ The Granada
11.08 Denver, CO @ Summit Music Hall
11.09 Albuquerque, NM @ El Rey
11.11 Phoenix, AZ @ The Nile Theater
11.12 Santa Ana, CA @ The Observatory
11.13 Berkeley, CA @ UC Theatre
11.14 Los Angeles, CA @ The Regent
11.15 Las Vegas, NV @ Fremont Country Club
11.17 Dallas, TX @ Echo Lounge & Music Hall
11.18 Austin, TX @ Mohawk
11.19 Houston, TX @ White Oak (Downstairs)
11.21 Tampa, FL @ The Orpheum
11.22 Atlanta, GA @ The Masquerade
11.23 Charlotte, NC @ The Underground
11.25 Pittsburgh, PA @ Roxian Theatre
11.26 Baltimore, MD @ Baltimore Soundstage
11.28 New York, NY @ Irving Plaza
11.29 Philadelphia, PA @ Union Transfer
11.30 Columbus, OH @ The King of Clubs
12.06 Montreal, QC @ Club Soda *sold out*^
12.07 Montreal, QC @ Club Soda *sold out*^
^ - DESPISED ICON only
