PRESS RELEASE:
Band: WARTHRASH
Album: No Light Shall Remain
Release Date: June 19, 2026
Country: Colombia
Label: Awakening Records
Genre: Death Metal
WARTHRASH’s second full-length album No Light Shall Remain will be released on June 19, 2026 via Awakening Records. The album will be available on CD and digital formats.
Formed in 2005 in Medellín, Colombia, WARTHRASH have gradually moved from their early thrash roots into a heavier and darker sound, incorporating elements of classic death metal while keeping the speed and directness of thrash intact.
The band’s sound draws from classic death metal influences such as DEATH, MORBID ANGEL, ENTOMBED, and DISMEMBER.
On No Light Shall Remain, the band works within that space without overcomplicating it. The material leans on fast, riff-driven structures, occasional blast beats, and mid-tempo sections that give the songs room to breathe. “Culebras Sin Honor” features blazing guitar riffs, grunted vocals, and quick blast beats, while “Oscura Condena” is equally intense with relentless and intense dynamics throughout its runtime. “Undefeated” and “Hand of Doom” have a majestic vibe and a galloping rhythmic groove, with “Hand of Doom” also being Infernal Majesty-inspired.
The band operates as a four-piece, with each member contributing to the writing process, giving the album variation without losing focus. The result is a record that stays consistent in tone without feeling one-dimensional.
Lyrically, the album moves through themes of power, decay, and confrontation, without focusing on a single concept. The atmosphere stays direct, matching the overall sound of the record.
The album was recorded and mastered at Area 51 Studios in Medellín. The production remains clear but avoids over-polishing, maintaining a raw edge. The cover artwork by Felipe Mora follows the same direction, in line with the band’s identity.
Merciless spoke about the album’s writing process:
“The songwriting process for this album had two key elements. First, the addition of myself on second guitar brought new ideas and textures to the band’s sound. Second, we wanted to stay true to our identity while pushing beyond what we had done on our previous EP. We didn’t rush the process at all. We took the time to carefully work on every detail, and we believe that shows in the final result - a solid and well-crafted album.”
On signing with Awakening Records:
“We’re really excited to be working with Awakening Records, especially because we’ve been following their work with Colombian bands for a while now. We truly respect the quality of their releases and the exposure they’ve helped some bands achieve in recent years. Our expectations are to reach new audiences with our music and expand into new markets. We see this album as the beginning of a strong and long-lasting relationship, not only with the label but also with metalheads in Asia and Europe.”
Tracklist:
No Light Shall Remain
Culebras Sin Honor
Sombras del Poder
Crucifixion
Oscura Condena
Wounds
Undefeated
Hand of Doom
Abismo Sin Retorno
Ruins
Hollow Existence
Line-up:
Caronte – Drums / Vocals
Nosferatu – Guitars
Silent – Bass
Merciless – Lead Guitar
For more info:
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