______ _______ _______ ______ _____ _______ | __ \ | | | | __ \ |_| ___| | < | | | __ < | ___| proudly presents... |___|__|_______|__|_|__|______/_______|_______| ............................................................................ Artist...... Deadlands Album....... Seven. Label....... Spinefarm Genre....... Metal Releasedate 2025-06-27 Encoder..... Lame Source...... WEB (MP3) Bitrate..... 320kbps Size........ 53.05 mb Duration.... 21:31 WWW......... http://www.deezer.com/album/771621241 .Tracklist ................................................................. 01 Villain [ 2:30] 02 Die In Paradise [ 3:03] 03 MORE! [ 3:09] 04 Limbo [ 3:13] 05 Kundalini (feat. The Pretty Wild) [ 3:34] 06 Wither [ 2:31] 07 House Of Cards [ 3:31] .Releasenotes .............................................................. A hand with rings touches tarot cards around a central ornate card with a red "7." The background is dark and smoky, creating a mystical mood. Few bands in the modern metalcore landscape feel as purpose-driven or visceral as Deadlands. With their new EP, Seven, out June 27, 2025, via Spinefarm Records, the New York duo of vocalist Kasey Karlsen and producer/multi-instrumentalist CJ Arey (aka NO SHADE) solidify their standing as one of the genreÆs fiercest emerging voices. Conceptually ambitious and emotionally unflinching, Seven threads each of its blistering tracks through the lens of one of the seven deadly sins, delivering a cathartic experience that balances heaviness with accessibility, brutality with melody, and vulnerability with venom. From the outset, itÆs clear that Deadlands arenÆt here to merely follow in the footsteps of their influences, though fingerprints from Spiritbox, Motionless In White, and Make Them Suffer are certainly present. Instead, Seven feels like a refinement of the bandÆs sound, evolving beyond their Sentence of Myself EP and viral singles into something more cohesive, daring, and personal. Opening track "Villain" (Pride) kicks things off with searing precision, introducing listeners to DeadlandsÆ signature interplay of haunting synths, chunky breakdowns, and KarlsenÆs piercing screams counterbalanced by soaring clean vocals. KaseyÆs presence as a frontwoman is undeniable, wielding her dynamic range like a blade. The defiance in her delivery makes ôVillainö a highlight, sounding equal parts theatrical and confrontational. "Die In Paradise" (Greed) follows with cutting aggression, blending industrial undertones and deathcore flourishes with massive choruses. The hooks are undeniable, and CJÆs production emphasizes mechanical sharpness without sacrificing raw emotion. This is where Deadlands show theyÆre not afraid to write big songs. "MORE!" (Gluttony) digs even deeper into thematic resonance, addressing addiction and eating disorders with a brutal honesty. The songÆs swaggering rhythm, gnashing riffs, and massive chorus demand your attention as Kasey howls, ôGive me more!öùnot as a boast, but as a chilling admission of compulsion. ItÆs an unflinching track thatÆs destined to resonate with listeners grappling with their own destructive desires. Of all the singles, "Limbo" (Lust) stands out as the bandÆs most refined work yet. Featuring a neck-snapping groove layered with eerie synth textures, the trackÆs melodic sense perfectly complements its crushing breakdowns. Lyrically, it flips the typical portrayal of lust on its head, framing it as corrosive and emotionally bankrupting rather than seductive. The climactic, soaring refrain is one of the EPÆs most memorable moments, proving Deadlands have anthems in their blood. Whereas collaboration shines on the following track, "Kundalini" (Envy) featuring The Pretty Wild. The synergy between Kasey, Jyl, and Jules is electric, blending fierce femininity with metalcoreÆs brutality in a way thatÆs empowering and authentic. Spiritual symbolism and brutal honesty weave throughout the song's lyrics, offering both confrontation and catharsis. ôKundaliniö represents not just a sonic partnership but a shared defiance, and itÆs easily one of the strongest cuts on the project. "Wither" (Sloth) throws their traditional structure out the window. The song is chaotic, experimental, and unsettling; itÆs intentionally disorientingùits sludgy breakdowns and off-kilter guitar riffs evoking the slow deterioration of motivation and willpower. KaseyÆs immense guttural growling vocals practically disintegrate into the fabric of the song, leaving behind a gnarly, melting wreckage. Deadlands closes out the Seven EP with the track "House of Cards" (Wrath). Deadlands ensures that the EP doesnÆt end quietly. Instead, it erupts into pure metalcore catharsis with frenetic riffing, jarring tempo shifts, and vocals that oscillate between anguished and venomous. ItÆs a fitting finale for a record designed to peel back emotional layers until only raw nerve endings remain. Throughout Seven, what stands out most isnÆt just the skill or the sheer heavinessùitÆs the intention behind every note and lyric. Deadlands arenÆt interested in metalcore by numbers. TheyÆre here to offer a visceral soundtrack for confronting inner demons. Kasey and CJÆs dynamic is one of complementary strengths, with each track feeling like a joint exorcism of personal and societal anxieties. With Seven, Deadlands donÆt just prove they belong in the conversation alongside genre heavyweightsùthey prove theyÆre ready to start leading it. Seven is a bold, ambitious step forward for Deadlandsùa conceptual triumph with emotional weight and vicious execution. Watch this band carefully; theyÆve only just begun. ............................................................................ LET'S GET READY TO RUMBLEEEEE!