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With 26 years on the road and over 100 shows across Brazil, the band Epitaph, formed in Porto Alegre in 2000, announced the release of their new album this Monday, May 25th, 2026.

“Digital Screams”, their second full-length album, consists of 8 unreleased tracks, and the work consolidates the characteristic fusion of Heavy Metal, Thrash and Hard Rock that has marked the group’s trajectory since their first demo, “Waiting for Your Death”, and their debut album “Getting Down to Business” (2009). 

The new album features the acidic and provocative lyrics of writer Denis Winston Brum, and also includes a special appearance by Gustavo Demarchi, from the Brazilian Progressive Rock band Apocalypse, on the title track, where, in addition to collaborating on the lyrics, he once again shares vocals with Joe F. Louder, as in “Death Belt” from the debut album.

Regarding the lyrics of the song “Digital Screams,” Demarchi was inspired by the fierce political and religious polarization on social media, as well as the advancement of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology, with its controversies, pros and cons, defenders and opponents.

“Digital Screams” will initially only be available in physical format, and can be purchased directly from the band through their official Instagram. The digital release will be available on a date to be announced.

A sample of the new work can be seen on the band’s YouTube channel, in the video for the track “The Girl Who Loves the Dead,” which was released on May 8th at a very special event at Legato studio in Porto Alegre, bringing together fans, musicians, friends, and press.

Regarding the album artwork, created by Rômulo Dias and with graphic design by Juliana Louis, the cover features the character that appears on the first album, and the band photo in the booklet contains various references to pop culture, rock, metal, and other things that have been and are part of the musicians’ lives.

Veterans of historical compilations such as Rock Soldiers VI, Roadie Metal Vol. 11, and the 10th anniversary of Garagem Hermética, Epitaph reaffirms its relevance in the national scene with a mature and relentless sound, and intends to take its metal even further.

Tracklist:
Loser’s Life
The Girl Who Loves the Dead
Epitaph
Road of Fire
Digital Screams
National Guard
Something Better than God
Blue Cave

Lineup:
Joe F. Louder: Vocals
André Carvalho: Guitars
Marlon Steindorff: Guitars
Fabio Figueiredo: Bass
César “Five” Louis: Drums

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/epitaph.br?igsh=bWw0OWp5Z2hudnIy
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0hIBkZQwi5oMyvJfDlxOZR