Despised Icon’s “Shadow Work” out now + release visualizer video for title track

Canadian deathcore pioneers Despised Icon unleash their seventh full-length album “Shadow Work” via Nuclear Blast Records. The album stands as the band’s 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.

Despised Icon’s new single, ‘Shadow Work,’ is an unflinching descent into inner turmoil and trauma. Backed by the band’s trademark onslaught of blast beats and hardcore grit, the track chronicles a harrowing journey of self-reckoning and raw, cathartic healing. Watch the video visaulizer here: https://youtu.be/5HDA6HrA7cU

Order “Shadow Work”: 
https://despisedicon.bfan.link/shadow-work

WATCH: ‘Shadow Work‘ visualizer video

“Shadow Work” is now available in the following formats:

• CD Jewelcase
• Gold & Black Corona Vinyl

“Shadow Work” was produced by the band’s own Alex Erian and Eric Jarrin, while Christian Donaldson (Cryptopsy, Shadow Of Intent, Signs Of The Swarm) handled mixing and mastering. The album marks a significant chapter for a band whose core lineup has remained largely unchanged since its inception. It’s a deeply introspective record that reflects both personal growth and the turbulence of the world around us. The artwork for the album was created by Eliran Kantor (Hatebreed, Thy Art Is Murder, Cavalera).

In a few days, Despised Icon will join headliners Sanguisugabogg on their U.S. tour. The 22-date trek, which includes Defeated Sanity, and Corpse Pile as support, will kick off in Detroit on November 4th and make stops in Santa Ana, Houston and New York concluding on November 30th in Columbus, OH. Following the tour, the band will headline 2 sold-out hometown shows on December 6th and 7th at Club Soda.

11.04  Detroit, MI @ St. Andrews Hall
11.05  Chicago, IL @ Metro
11.06  Indianapolis, IN @ Deluxe (Old National Centre)
11.07  Lawrence, KS @ The Granada
11.08  Denver, CO @ Summit Music Hall
11.09  Albuquerque, NM @ El Rey
11.11  Phoenix, AZ @ The Nile Theater
11.12  Santa Ana, CA @ The Observatory
11.13  Berkeley, CA @ UC Theatre
11.14  Los Angeles, CA @ The Regent
11.15  Las Vegas, NV @ Fremont Country Club
11.17  Dallas, TX @ Echo Lounge & Music Hall
11.18  Austin, TX @ Mohawk
11.19  Houston, TX @ Bad Astronaut
11.21  Tampa, FL @ The Orpheum
11.22  Atlanta, GA @ The Masquerade
11.23  Charlotte, NC @ The Underground
11.25  Pittsburgh, PA @ Roxian Theatre
11.26  Baltimore, MD @ Baltimore Soundstage
11.28  New York, NY @ Irving Plaza
11.29  Philadelphia, PA @ Union Transfer
11.30  Columbus, OH @ The King of Clubs
12.06  Montreal, QC @ Club Soda *sold out*^
12.07  Montreal, QC @ Club Soda *sold out*^

^ – Despised Icon only

Despised Icon’s line-up is:
Alex Erian | Vocals
Steve Marois | Vocals
Eric Jarrin | Guitars
Ben Landreville | Guitars
Sébastien Piché | Bass
Alex “Grind” Pelletier | Drums