Australian groove Death metal force DISTORTA present their new striking video “When the War is Over”,  that blends onstage power with offstage antics — the track is taken from their upcoming EP Deadman, set for release on 05 September 2025 via Wormholedeath.

The video offers a high-energy collage of live show footage, capturing the band in their element — onstage and fully unleashed — mixed with chaotic, candid clips of Dave and Chris letting loose, showing their lighter side through spontaneous dance moves and unfiltered fun.

Musically, the track was written with what they describe as “rare, almost effortless intensity.” The melodic guitars seemed to summon the lyrics, culminating in the haunting, anthemic chant:
“When. The. War. Is. O-ver.”

Jim penned the chorus, with Dimmy shaping the rest into a powerful statement on resilience, identity, and conviction. It’s about fighting the battles that matter — because peace only comes once you’ve stood your ground.

“Deadman” EP

Recorded entirely in a home studio in Ballarat, Australia, Deadman reflects a spirit of full creative freedom and DIY determination.

Pre-Save Deadman EP: https://orcd.co/deadmanep

DISTORTA are also stoked to announce the addition of Liam Frost-Camilleri to the lineup. He steps in following the departure of Dom Davey due to health reasons. Known as a driving force in Victoria’s metal community, Frosty has been instrumental in organising major festivals like Beyond Black, which brings awareness to mental health through heavy music. With a deep well of experience as guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter for bands like Fall and Resist and Yeah Sick, Frosty brings a brutal edge to both guitar and vocals. When paired with lead vocalist Dmitry, the result is a sonic assault — tight, aggressive, and impossible to ignore.

Welcome aboard, Frosty. Let’s make some noise.

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Ballarat’s rising metal juggernaut Distorta returns with “The Reaper”, a bone-crushing new single lifted from their upcoming EP Deadman, due for release via Wormholedeath.

Face the darkness with “The Reaper”, a brutal groove death metal anthem about desperation and the inevitable grip of fate. With savage riffs and haunting lyrics, the Reaper is closing in—can we escape?

Pre-Save Deadman EP: https://orcd.co/deadmanep

Blending elements of groove, death, thrash, and power metal, Distorta delivers their signature sound—crushingly heavy yet undeniably catchy, with massive choruses made to be chanted at full volume.

Following their debut Devil in the Dust, the band has levelled up—recording, mixing, and mastering Deadman entirely on their own. The result: a tighter, heavier, and more aggressive sonic assault.

“Reaper” is only the beginning.
The Deadman is coming.

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Australian groove-death metal juggernauts DISTORTA are back with a vengeance. Their brand-new EP, Deadman, drops on September 5th, 2025, via Wormholedeath, and it’s a genre-bending assault of pure power.

Following their 2024 debut Devil in the Dust, Deadman is the sound of a band hitting its stride—fusing thrash, groove, death, and power metal into an explosive signature style. Massive riffs, pounding rhythms, and anthemic choruses you can shout ‘til your lungs give out—this is DISTORTA.

The EP was entirely recorded, mixed, and mastered by the band themselves, and shows a marked evolution in sound and precision.

1. When the War Is Over
2. The Reaper
3. Deadman
4. Longway
5. Deafening Sins

Check out the first single and video for “Deafening Sins” now: open.spotify.com/DeafeningSins

Band Line-up for Deadman:
Dmitry Keremetskiy – Lead Vocals
James Boger – Lead Guitar / Backing Vocals
Dom Davey – Guitar / Backing Vocals
Dave Prodanovic – Bass
Chris Hanrahan – Drums

Connect with DISTORTA:
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Bones & Devil in the Dust are 2 tracks taken from DISTORTA‘s A Devil In The Dust EP, out via Wormholedeath.

Stream the EP here: orcd.co/adevilinthedust

Live video of Distorta co-headlining at the inaugural B’Rat Fest Metal Festival in their hometown of Ballarat, (Victoria) Australia. 

The band is fronted by the highly energetic Dmitry Keremetskiy, with James Bogers and Dom Davey sharing guitar and backing vocal duties. Dave Prodanovic on bass also puts on a show of his own out front with Dmitry, with some classic bass moves. Chris Hanrahan on drums holds it together in the background.

Distorta is:
Dimitry: Lead Vocals
James Boger: Lead Guitar/Backing Vocals
Dom Davey: Guitar/Backing Vocals
Dave Prodanovic: Bass Guitar
Chris Hanrahan: Drums

DISTORTA online:

www.facebook.com/Distorta
youtu.be/Distorta
www.instagram.com/distorta__band
SpotifyDistorta

“Tomorrow People” is a track taken from DISTORTA‘s upcoming EP “A Devil In The Dust”, due for release on April 26, 2024, via Wormholedeath. The track is an apocalyptic look into the future and the need for people to fight for freedom.

Distorta’s lineup includes James Bogers and Dom Davey on guitars, Dave Prodanovic on bass, Chris Hanrahan on drums, and Dmitry Keremetskiy commanding the stage with his presence and powerful vocals. Together, they have forged a release that is especially relevant in these troubling times. “A Devil In The Dust” was recorded entirely by the band, capturing their raw energy and passion in every note. Prepare yourselves for a sonic onslaught as Distorta storms the heavy metal scene with “A Devil In The Dust.”

Distorta online:
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youtu.be/Distorta
SpotifyDistorta

Distorta, a powerful heavy metal band hailing from Ballarat, Australia, are excited to announce they have signed a deal with WormholeDeath Records to release and promote their debut EP – A Devil in the Dust. The EP was produced, recorded, and mixed entirely by the band themselves, taking a hands-on approach to generate a sound and feel that aims to replicate the power and energy of their live performances.

The five songs on the EP incorporate a wide range of metal styles and influences that have impacted the five band members over the years. Several recent positive EP reviews have described Distorta’s sound as having elements of Groove, Death, Power, and Thrash Metal blended into the songs, with one reviewer stating:

“The overall sound is quite mixed in the best possible way. A few pressers and reviews go on about heavy metal, but this is solid groove-based death thrash with definitely some metalcore vibes. But the better elements of all these styles are utilized to make the confident and competent style shine.” – (Devil Horns Zine, 2023)

With the reviewers comparing the sound with the likes of Megadeth, Metallica, Testament, Anthrax, Iron Maiden, Parkway Drive, and Lamb of God among others, there is something for everyone on this EP.

A Devil in the Dust EP focuses on a few core themes that, unfortunately, are very relevant to the world today – War, Mental Health, and Addiction. The opening track Tomorrow People is an apocalyptic look into the future and the need for people to fight for freedom. The title track of the EP, Devil in the Dust, focuses on the mental struggles of a returned war veteran and the battle to survive at home and in society. Chasing Shadows is written from the point of view of an addictive drug speaking to and mocking an addict. Bones is about a couple in a car accident caused by someone else and the husbands wish to get vengeance before he dies. The final track, Suffocate, focuses on a recovered drug addict trying to resist the temptation to do it again and the mental struggle in his own head.

Tracklist

1. Tomorrow People
2. Devil In the Dust
3. Chasing Shadows
4. Bones
5. Suffocate

Distorta was originally formed by James Bogers (Guitar/Vocals) and Chris Hanrahan (Drums) in 2015 with Dave Prodanovic (Bass) joining the band soon after. With several other guitarists and singers rotating through the band, the current lineup was solidified in 2022 with the addition of Dom Davey (Guitar/Vocals) and Dimitry Keremetskiy (Lead Vocals).

Distorta are eager to commence working closely with the team at WormholeDeath to promote the EP and are fired up to see where it takes them.

Immerse yourself in the unique sound of Distorta with their music video for “Devil in the Dust”

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