DESTRUCTION Surprise with Official Music Video for “Tormented Soul”

Taken From Latest Album,

'Diabolical'

Get Your Copy HERE!

Time flies!

Looking back at the last year, vicious thrash metal legends DESTRUCTION saw many successes, celebrating their fortieth anniversary with the release of their impressive latest full-length record, 'Diabolical'. Catapulting you straight into the seventh heaven of metallic bliss, their incredible fifteenth studio album brings out a heavy artillery full of honest and uncompromising thrash metal - a massacre of razor-sharp sound no fan of the genre should miss!

Able to travel the globe again, DESTRUCTION shared stages at the world’s biggest festivals like Hellfest, Graspop and México Metal Fest – which can now be seen in the new official music video for “Tormented Soul”.

Capturing every single fan, DESTRUCTION brings you right back to the summer of metal ‘22!

DESTRUCTION about the new video:

"The enthusiasm, energy and euphoria of the Latin American Metal crowds are legendary meanwhile all around the globe. That is the reason why we have filmed the new video clip for "Tormented Soul" in the middle of our Latin American Attack tour, at the Mexico Metal Fest! It was always a dream to do this and of course the fans did not disappoint: they are the star of this old school music video - dive into the stamina and the lunacy of a dedicated crowd! This is METAL - this is WHY we do this!“

Delivering the most brutal thrash metal for over 40 years!

Boasting the band’s highest German chart entry ever at #12, 'Diabolical' kicks off with the charging start of opener "Under The Spell". DESTRUCTION shows no mercy on title track "Diabolical", with raging drums, bloodthirsty riffs and hellish vocals that sink deep down into your bones.

"No Faith In Humanity" relentlessly rages on with non-stop headbanging action, while DESTRUCTION continues to smash eardrums on "Hope Dies Last" - providing unbeatable brutality with unstoppable speed, destructive verses and screeching voices.

"Tormented Soul", on the other hand, is loaded with proper heavy metal and explosive drums. The grand finale of the 47-minute parade of devastation is provided by cover track "City Baby Attacked By Rats", originally by GBH, guaranteeing whiplash by combining rough hardcore punk with brute thrash metal.

DESTRUCTION riffkiller Martin Furia about the new record:

“'Diabolical' is an album of extremes, everything is more brutal and more technical but at the same time more melodic and to the point. It's a pure and devastating DESTRUCTIONalbum with no gimmicks, full of power and adrenaline. I'm excited for what the future is bringing and can't wait to play the new songs live!”

Get your copy of 'Diabolical' HERE

'Diabolical' is available in various formats in different territories, including a Digital album and CD (bundled with a t-shirt + an exclusive “Mad Butcher”-bust), 1LP gatefold editions in black, crystal clear, and marbled yellow/red!

DESTRUCTION are:

Schmier - Bass, Vocals

Martin Furia – Guitars

Randy Black – Drums

Damir Eskić – Guitars

Thrash Metal Legends DESTRUCTION Reveal Raging New Single “Repent Your Sins”

This Friday, April 8, the world finally gets to celebrate DESTRUCTION’s 40th anniversary with their hard-hitting full-length, Diabolical! On the new single “Repent Your Sins”, the German thrash metal icons sound better than ever, fully displaying their unbeatable craft as the pioneers of thrash metal – never stepping off the gas!

"Furious, vicious, aggressive - a real thrash firework!"

- Metal Hammer

On their 15th studio record, DESTRUCTION brings out heavy artillery full of honest and uncompromising thrash metal, catapulting you straight into the seventh heaven of metallic bliss and causing a massacre of razor-sharp sound no fan of the genre should miss!

DESTRUCTION singer/bassist SCHMIER about the new video:

“The music and the song itself shows the more groovy part of the new record. I love the diminished riff and the way Randy grinds the beat into your head! This will be an awesome LIVE track for sure!“”The lyrics of REPENT are about the history of abuse in the Catholic church! A rather tragic and sad part of human history, that is still covered up by our governments. It seems the laws that count for all of us do not apply for servants of the church. UNREAL INJUSTICE!”

“The video itself tries to show the soul torment of the culprit. To live with your dirty deeds but pray about love and kindness can not be justified and needs to be accused, named, remembered and wiped out!”

Watch the new music video for “Repent your Sins”

Join “Chef Schmier” & “Damir the Brave” in the kitchen for this Cooking Special:

SCHMIER about the Cooking Special and his special Semmelknödel & Goulash recipe:

“Tasty and delicious food is one of my hobbies, so when my label asked me to do a little cooking special, I was into the idea right away! My grandma was half Italian and always said “food is like amore” (love) and it is true, good food can make you a happy man right? We did this VERY traditional Bavarian/German dumpling called ‘Semmelknödel’ (my grandma’s recipe and a hot and spicy Goulash (originally from Hungary) with a DESTRUCTION twist. I hope some of you will try this at home, because it is easy and delicious and it will bring you some German classic into your home… not just German THRASH METAL or beer… hehehe I hope you will enjoy this, we had a blast doing it!”

Delivering the most brutal thrash metal for over 40 years!

After the charging start of opener "Under The Spell", DESTRUCTION shows no mercy on title track "Diabolical", with raging drums, bloodthirsty riffs and hellish vocals that sink deep down into your bones. "No Faith In Humanity" relentlessly rages on with non-stop headbanging action, while DESTRUCTION continues to smash eardrums on "Hope Dies Last" - providing unbeatable brutality with unstoppable speed, destructive verses and screeching voices. "Tormented Soul", on the other hand, is loaded with proper heavy metal and explosive drums. The grand finale of the 47-minute parade of devastation is provided by cover track "City Baby Attacked By Rats", originally by GBH, guaranteeing whiplash by combining rough hardcore punk with brute thrash metal.

DESTRUCTION riffkiller FURIA about the new record:

“Diabolical is an album of extremes, everything is more brutal and more technical but at the same time more melodic and to the point. It's a pure and devastating DESTRUCTION album with no gimmicks, full of power and adrenaline. I'm excited for what the future is bringing and can't wait to play the new songs live!”

Diabolical will be available in various formats in different territories, including a digital album and CD (bundled with a t-shirt + an exclusive “Mad Butcher”-bust), 1LP gatefold editions in black, crystal clear, marbled yellow/red!

Pre-Order Diabolical HERE:

Don’t miss Destruction on tour in North America with labelmates Nervosa. The tour kicks off April 28th in Brooklyn, NY and runs through May 29th with an appearance at the Maryland Deathfest. A complete list of dates is below.

Diabolical North American Tour 2022

DESTRUCTION w/ Nervosa, Sunlord & VX36

4/28: Brooklyn, NY @ Elsewhere

4/29: Boston, MA @ Middle East / Downstairs

4/30: Montréal, QC @ Les Foufounes Électriques

5/01: Toronto, ON @ Lee's Palace

5/03: Millersville, PA @ Phantom Power

5/04: Cleveland, OH @ Grog Shop

5/05: Detroit, MI @ Sanctuary

5/06: Chicago, IL @ Reggies

5/07: St Paul, MN @ Turf Club

5/08: Iowa City, IA @ Wildwood

5/09: Lawrence, KS @ Bottleneck

5/10: Denver, CO @ The Oriental Theater

5/12: Salt Lake City, UT @ Metro Music Hall

5/14: Seattle, WA @ El Corazon

5/15: Portland, OR @ Hawthorne Theater

5/17: San Francisco, CA @ Great American Music Hall

5/18: Los Angeles, CA @ 1720

5/19: Garden Grove, CA @ Garden Amp

5/20: San Diego, CA @ Brick By Brick

5/22: Albuquerque, NM @ Launchpad

5/23: El Paso, TX @ Rockhouse

5/24: Austin, TX @ Come And Take It Live

5/25: Houston, TX @ White Oak

5/27: Atlanta, GA @ Center Stage (The Vinyl)

5/28: Spartanburg, SC @ Ground Zero

5/29: Baltimore, MD @ Maryland Deathfest - DESTRUCTION only

DESTRUCTION are:

Schmier - Bass, Vocals

Martin Furia – Guitars

Randy Black – Drums

Damir Eskić – Guitars

Thrash Metal Legends DESTRUCTION Announce 2022 North American Headline Tour

Featuring Direct Support from NERVOSA

Also Featuring Special Guests Sunlord and VX36

New DESTRUCTION Album, Diabolical, out April 8, 2022

German thrash metal veterans DESTRUCTION are thrilled to announce that not only will they celebrate their 40th anniversary by dropping their mind-blowing grenade of a new album, Diabolical (out April 8, 2022 via Napalm Records), they will also hit the road in North America on a 26-date headline tour this spring!

Featuring direct support from prime thrash metal force and label-mates Nervosa, the tour will also feature special guests Sunlord and VX36. The run will kick off on April 28 in Brooklyn, NY and hit a slew of cities before coming to a close with a DESTRUCTION-only performance at Maryland Deathfest in Baltimore, MD on May 29. Tickets are on sale NOW via individual venues!

DESTRUCTION mastermind Schmier says:

“Yes - we are super thrilled: the first tour of the new record, Diabolical, will kick off in North America! We could not tour there on the last album because of the pandemic, so we made it a top priority to return as soon as the circumstances would allow us, to play for our American fans again!

We are bringing our friends Nervosa along - they are a perfect match! We toured together before and the pits were smoking! They also haven't toured in the USA or Canada in a long while. This is a killer package and we are super excited! See you all for a serious beating!!!”

Nervosa guitarist Prika Amaral adds:

"This will be a super fun tour with legends and friends - Nervosa with DESTRUCTION touring for the third time together, but this time in North America, and Nervosa with the new lineup. Be prepared for a thrash massacre! We can't wait!"

Diabolical North American Tour 2022

DESTRUCTION w/ Nervosa, Sunlord & VX36

4/28: Brooklyn, NY @ Elsewhere

4/29: Boston, MA @ Middle East / Downstairs

4/30: Montréal, QC @ Les Foufounes Électriques

5/01: Toronto, ON @ Lee's Palace

5/03: Millersville, PA @ Phantom Power

5/04: Cleveland, OH @ Grog Shop

5/05: Detroit, MI @ Sanctuary

5/06: Chicago, IL @ Reggies

5/07: St Paul, MN @ Turf Club

5/08: Iowa City, IA @ Wildwood

5/09: Lawrence, KS @ Bottleneck

5/10: Denver, CO @ The Oriental Theater

5/12: Salt Lake City, UT @ Metro Music Hall

5/14: Seattle, WA @ El Corazon

5/15: Portland, OR @ Hawthorne Theater

5/17: San Francisco, CA @ Great American Music Hall

5/18: Los Angeles, CA @ 1720

5/19: Garden Grove, CA @ Garden Amp

5/20: San Diego, CA @ Brick By Brick

5/22: Albuquerque, NM @ Launchpad

5/23: El Paso, TX @ Rockhouse

5/24: Austin, TX @ Come And Take It Live

5/25: Houston, TX @ White Oak

5/27: Atlanta, GA @ Center Stage (The Vinyl)

5/28: Spartanburg, SC @ Ground Zero

5/29: Baltimore, MD @ Maryland Deathfest - DESTRUCTION only

Pre-Order Diabolical HERE:

As one of the most legendary German thrash metal bands in existence, DESTRUCTION grace the wall of fame alongside giants like Kreator, Sodom and Tankard. On their 15th studio record, DESTRUCTION brings out heavy artillery full of honest and uncompromising thrash metal, catapulting you straight into the seventh heaven of metallic bliss and causing a massacre of razor-sharp sound no fan of the genre should miss! The title track "Diabolical" shows no mercy, showing us a glimpse of what DESTRUCTION have in store for their upcoming album Diabolical!

After the charging start of album opener "Under The Spell", DESTRUCTION shows no mercy on title track "Diabolical", with raging drums, bloodthirsty riffs and hellish vocals that sink deep down into your bones. "No Faith In Humanity" relentlessly rages on with non-stop headbanging action, while DESTRUCTION continues to smash eardrums on "Hope Dies Last" - providing unbeatable brutality with unstoppable speed, destructive verses and screeching voices. "Tormented Soul", on the other hand, is loaded with proper heavy metal and explosive drums. The grand finale of the 47-minute parade of devastation is provided by cover track "City Baby Attacked By Rats", originally by GBH, guaranteeing whiplash by combining rough hardcore punk with brute thrash metal.

Diabolical will be available in various formats in different territories, including a digital album and CD (bundled with a t-shirt + an exclusive “Mad Butcher”-bust), 1LP gatefold editions in black, crystal clear and marbled yellow/red!

DESTRUCTION are:

Schmier - Bass, Vocals

Martin Furia – Guitars

Randy Black – Drums

Damir Eskić – Guitars

Thrash Metal Legends DESTRUCTION Announce New Album “Diabolical” + Reveal Title Track

Diabolical out April 8, 2022 via Napalm Records

German thrash metal veterans DESTRUCTION celebrate their 40th anniversary by setting the world ablaze with a new, hard-hitting grenade in the form of their new album, Diabolical, out April 8, 2022 via Napalm Records!

As one of the most legendary German thrash metal bands in existence, DESTRUCTIONgrace the wall of fame alongside giants like Kreator, Sodom and Tankard. On their 15th studio record, DESTRUCTION brings out heavy artillery full of honest and uncompromising thrash metal, catapulting you straight into the seventh heaven of metallic bliss and causing a massacre of razor-sharp sound no fan of the genre should miss! The title track "Diabolical"shows no mercy, showing us a glimpse of what DESTRUCTION have in store for their upcoming album Diabolical!

DESTRUCTION singer/bassist SCHMIER about the video:

“I love the title track of the new record, it represents the album, pure old school and in your face Thrash Metal! We wanted a video that shows our trademarks, so the MAD BUTCHER had to be there! It is only his second appearance in a DESTRUCTION video ever but his most remarkable one so far for sure!”

Watch the new music video for “Diabolical” below.

Delivering the most brutal thrash metal for over 40 years!

After the charging start of opener "Under The Spell", DESTRUCTION shows no mercy on title track "Diabolical", with raging drums, bloodthirsty riffs and hellish vocals that sink deep down into your bones. "No Faith In Humanity" relentlessly rages on with non-stop headbanging action, while DESTRUCTION continues to smash eardrums on "Hope Dies Last" - providing unbeatable brutality with unstoppable speed, destructive verses and screeching voices. "Tormented Soul", on the other hand, is loaded with proper heavy metal and explosive drums. The grand finale of the 47-minute parade of devastation is provided by cover track "City Baby Attacked By Rats", originally by GBH, guaranteeing whiplash by combining rough hardcore punk with brute thrash metal.

DESTRUCTION riffkiller FURIA about the new record:

“Diabolical is an album of extremes, everything is more brutal and more technical but at the same time more melodic and to the point. It's a pure and devastating DESTRUCTION album with no gimmicks, full of power and adrenaline. I'm excited for what the future is bringing and can't wait to play the new songs live!”

Diabolical will be available in various formats in different territories, including a digital album and CD (bundled with a t-shirt + an exclusive “Mad Butcher”-bust), 1LP gatefold editions in black, crystal clear, marbled yellow/red and silver!

Pre-Order Diabolical HERE:

DESTRUCTION are:

Schmier - Bass, Vocals

Martin Furia – Guitars

Randy Black – Drums

Damir Eskić – Guitars