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Drown In Sulphur Releases New Single Groan From The IXth Circle Ahead of EP Strix
Italian deathcore outfit Drown In Sulphur has dropped its second single, “Groan From The IXth Circle,” along with a music video, under German label Noble Demon. The track opens the band’s forthcoming EP, Strix, which will arrive on September 11 across major streaming platforms.
The single hit the airwaves on June 22, 2026, a month after the band unveiled “New Moon Rising On Florence.” Noble Demon’s press release highlights a sharper direction for the group, noting a blend of deathcore riffing with black‑metal touches that the band calls a move toward a less symphonic, more hardcore sound.
Viewers can watch the video on Noble Demon’s website or the band’s YouTube channel. In the description, the band explains that the song reinterprets Lucifer’s fall as portrayed in Dante’s Inferno. The lyrics and arrangement aim to evoke the Ninth Circle—Cocytus—by fusing deathcore aggression with glacial black‑metal riffing, producing a sonic portrait of eternal frost.
Strix will contain five tracks: 1. Neither Night Nor Day 2. Groan From The IXth Circle 3. New Moon Rising On Florence 4. Oscolum Infame 5. The Heptad Omen
Pre‑save and pre‑order links are available on Noble Demon’s site.
Background
Formed in Milan in 2014 by drummer and founding member Domenico Francesco Tamilia, Drown In Sulphur has carved a niche in the underground metal scene with releases that have amassed millions of streams and views. Early singles such as “An Epilogue to the Arrogant” and “Blackwind” showcased the band’s ability to merge deathcore’s blast beats and breakdowns with atmospheric black‑metal textures.
The band’s discography to date includes the studio albums Sulphur Cvlt (2021), Dark Secrets Of The Soul (2024), and Vengeance (2025). Strix marks a new chapter, featuring a lineup that the band describes as its most definitive era.
Current Lineup
- Manuel Riboldi – vocals - Erik Bellan – rhythm guitar - Ciprian Grigore – lead & rhythm guitar - Domenico Francesco Tamilia – drums & backing vocals
Industry Context
Noble Demon, founded in 2019 in Germany, has positioned itself as a hub for heavy rock and metal acts. The label’s partnership with Drown In Sulphur follows a broader strategy of signing bands that blend traditional deathcore with darker, black‑metal influences.
The release of “Groan From The IXth Circle” and the upcoming EP align with a trend in the deathcore genre toward incorporating more atmospheric and black‑metal elements, a shift noted by reviewers on platforms such as MetalStorm and Genius.
Future Plans
The band announced that tour dates will be released in the coming weeks. Strix will launch on Spotify, Apple Music, and other streaming services on September 11.
Conclusion
Drown In Sulphur’s new single and music video signal a clear evolution in the band’s sound, fusing deathcore aggression with black‑metal ambience. With Strix slated for release later this month, the group is poised to broaden its reach within the metal community while maintaining its distinct stylistic identity.
The single hit the airwaves on June 22, 2026, a month after the band unveiled “New Moon Rising On Florence.” Noble Demon’s press release highlights a sharper direction for the group, noting a blend of deathcore riffing with black‑metal touches that the band calls a move toward a less symphonic, more hardcore sound.
Viewers can watch the video on Noble Demon’s website or the band’s YouTube channel. In the description, the band explains that the song reinterprets Lucifer’s fall as portrayed in Dante’s Inferno. The lyrics and arrangement aim to evoke the Ninth Circle—Cocytus—by fusing deathcore aggression with glacial black‑metal riffing, producing a sonic portrait of eternal frost.
Strix will contain five tracks: 1. Neither Night Nor Day 2. Groan From The IXth Circle 3. New Moon Rising On Florence 4. Oscolum Infame 5. The Heptad Omen
Pre‑save and pre‑order links are available on Noble Demon’s site.
Background
Formed in Milan in 2014 by drummer and founding member Domenico Francesco Tamilia, Drown In Sulphur has carved a niche in the underground metal scene with releases that have amassed millions of streams and views. Early singles such as “An Epilogue to the Arrogant” and “Blackwind” showcased the band’s ability to merge deathcore’s blast beats and breakdowns with atmospheric black‑metal textures.
The band’s discography to date includes the studio albums Sulphur Cvlt (2021), Dark Secrets Of The Soul (2024), and Vengeance (2025). Strix marks a new chapter, featuring a lineup that the band describes as its most definitive era.
Current Lineup
- Manuel Riboldi – vocals - Erik Bellan – rhythm guitar - Ciprian Grigore – lead & rhythm guitar - Domenico Francesco Tamilia – drums & backing vocals
Industry Context
Noble Demon, founded in 2019 in Germany, has positioned itself as a hub for heavy rock and metal acts. The label’s partnership with Drown In Sulphur follows a broader strategy of signing bands that blend traditional deathcore with darker, black‑metal influences.
The release of “Groan From The IXth Circle” and the upcoming EP align with a trend in the deathcore genre toward incorporating more atmospheric and black‑metal elements, a shift noted by reviewers on platforms such as MetalStorm and Genius.
Future Plans
The band announced that tour dates will be released in the coming weeks. Strix will launch on Spotify, Apple Music, and other streaming services on September 11.
Conclusion
Drown In Sulphur’s new single and music video signal a clear evolution in the band’s sound, fusing deathcore aggression with black‑metal ambience. With Strix slated for release later this month, the group is poised to broaden its reach within the metal community while maintaining its distinct stylistic identity.