Release Date April 24th, 2026
Format LP/Digital/Cassette
Genre Black/Death Metal
Origin USA
Emerging from the industrial shadows of Dayton, Ohio in 2008, Bringers Of Disease forged a singular path through the metal underground with a venomous blend of unholy rhythms and crushing intensity. Originally conceived by members of Acheron and Mouth Of The Architect, the band’s inception turned heads due to its unusual fusion of backgrounds, melding primitive death metal with atmospheric undertones that defied easy categorization. Their debut EP, “Gospel Of Pestilence” (2011, Translation Loss Records), introduced Bringers Of Disease as a force of unrelenting sonic blasphemy across four tracks of raw tremolo-picked assault. After more than a decade of dormancy, the Bringers Of Disease crew returns with a formidable lineup featuring founding guitarist Jason Phillips and original vocalist Logan Madison alongside Jeff Wilson, Zack Simmons, and Jon Woodring.
It has been a long wait for the cult to return, but “Sulphur” finally brings that specific brand of Ohio extremity back into the light. The music has a cold, calculated malevolence that bridges the gap between the ancient death metal spirit and the freezing winds of black metal. The riffing is the main driver here, utilizing a blackened approach that avoids any unnecessary fluff. Tracks like “Return To Satan” and “The Greatest Heresy” establish a grim atmosphere immediately, relying on speed and precise execution to get the point across. The inclusion of guest players from Skeletonwitch, Necrot, and Goatwhore adds layers to the recording, providing different textures of shredding and vocal layers that fit the overall vision.
The production on “Sulphur” is professional and provides a clear view of the carnage. The guitars are biting, and the drumming provides a relentless foundation that keeps the energy at a high level throughout the seven tracks. In songs like “Sacred Heart Of The Abyss” and the title track “Sulphur,” the band balances the faster tempos with moments of oppressive weight. The vocal performance is fierce, matching the intensity of the blackened melodies. There is a focused energy, of a band who knows how to construct a dark atmosphere without relying on cheap tricks or over-the-top production.
The collaboration within the lineup is evident, as the rhythms and leads flow together with a natural sense of aggression. “First Born Of The Dead” and “Flowers Bloom From The Prophet's Skull” highlight the guitar work, where the melodies are sinister and the transitions are handled with expertise. The bass and drums are locked in, ensuring that the extremity is grounded in a strong rhythmic foundation. The addition of subtle synth work adds a touch of the macabre to the background, enhancing the occult aura of the release without distracting from the primary metallic assault.
The final track, “March Of The Burning Tower,” closes the experience with a sense of finality and destruction. It serves as a fitting end to a record that focuses on relentless blasphemy and extreme metal traditions. This is a strong return for a band that many feared had disappeared for good. The mix of death metal power and black metal atmosphere is balanced well, resulting in a cohesive experience for anyone who appreciates the darker side of the US underground.
This is an album for those who want their metal focused, aggressive, and steeped in occult tradition. If you have followed the members in their other projects like Acheron, Goatwhore, or Chrome Waves, this is a necessary addition to your collection. It provides a professional and intense listening experience that honors the roots of extreme metal while sounding fresh. “Sulphur” is a high-quality example of how to make a comeback with enough power to reclaim a spot in the current scene.
| 8.0
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