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Canadian deathcore pioneers, Despised Icon, return with their seventh full-length album, Shadow Work, out on October 31 via Nuclear Blast Records. The album stands as the band\u2019s 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.<\/p>\n
From crushing riffs and blistering blast beats to a seismic breakdown, \u201cThe Apparition\u201d unleashes Despised Icon\u2019s 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 Disjonct\u00e9s Production, below.<\/p>\n
Despised Icon\u2019s Eric Jarrin comments, \u201cWe are really stoked to present this third single to all of you. \u2018The Apparition\u2019 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.<\/p>\n
This song also marks our first collaboration with Simon and Disjonct\u00e9s Productions. Not only did he understand the very personal lyrics of \u2018The Apparition,\u2019 Simon found a very artistic way to translate it into images while encompassing the energy of the band performing. Thanks for watching.\u201d<\/p>\n
Stream \u201cThe Apparition\u201d here<\/a>.<\/p>\n