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Groovy Death Awaits: Insurrection Unleashes New Album "Obsolescence"
With over 20 years of mercilessly rocking the metal scene from coast to coast, Gatineau’s finest groovy death metal titans, INSURRECTION, are back with a vengeance! After a seven-year hiatus, their much-anticipated fifth studio album, Obsolescence, dropped on September 13th, 2024, via Bam & Co. Heavy. It’s been a long time coming, and boy, was it worth the wait!
These guys have been perfecting their craft for over two decades, blending social and political themes with brutal, yet melodic, bilingual lyrics—yep, you’ll need to brush up on your French and English for this one! The band’s lineup is a killer mix of original members and fresh blood, giving Obsolescence a sound that’s both familiar and excitingly new.
INSURRECTION isn’t just a name in the game—they’ve earned their spot as one of Canada’s heaviest hitters. We’re talking tours that crisscrossed the country, playing everywhere from Montebello Rockfest to the Decimate Metalfest, sharing stages with legends like Cannibal Corpse and The Black Dahlia Murder. They’ve built a reputation for melting faces live, and this new record is about to take that rep to a whole new level.
What’s the Deal with Obsolescence?
Glad you asked! The concept of the album is all about, well, obsolescence—fading into irrelevance, being left behind. Sounds heavy, right? And it gets even deeper. The album closes with a wicked three-part trilogy called The New Uprising, which dives into themes of demagogy, elitism, and the death penalty. But here’s the kicker—it’s all wrapped in a cryptic story of a robotic uprising. Think Terminator, but with political extremism metaphors. How’s that for metal with brains?
Long-time fans might notice something sneaky—Obsolescence kicks off with the final notes of their 2017 album Extraction. Yeah, they’ve got layers like that. It’s the little things, folks.
The Band Weighs In:
“We think people are really gonna dig this one,” the band shares, clearly stoked about the album’s reception. “It’s got that classic INSURRECTION sound everyone loves, but with some fresh twists. Some tracks will grab you right away, others might take a few listens to grow on you—but that’s the beauty of it! We want folks to have fun, and at the same time, if you’re looking for more depth, it’s there too".
They continue: “We’re like an onion—there’s the immediate, heavy, headbang-worthy stuff, but if you peel back the layers, you’ll find unexpected harmonies and lyrics that pack a punch. Plus, we’ve got bilingual songs, so you might need to learn a second language!”
Before You Headbang Too Hard...
If you haven’t streamed Obsolescence yet, what are you waiting for? Bravewords premiered the full album, and the buzz has been unreal. And for those who like to collect vinyl or CDs, you can pre-order at Boîte à Musique. Don’t sleep on this one—it’s heavy, it’s groovy, and it’s an absolute banger from start to finish.
Tracklisting:
Preprogrammed – (1:04)
The Gathering – (4:47)
Failures of the Flesh – (3:47)
Le secret des dieux – (3:33)
Némésis – (3:48)
Hostile Takeover – (4:14)
Obsession – (1:57)
Charogne – (4:24)
Initiate the End – (4:12)
Obsolete – (5:30)
Bless the Machine – (4:46)
Album Length: 42:07
Upcoming Shows:
Wanna catch INSURRECTION live? Here’s where you can find them shredding next:
Sept 28 - Gatineau, QC - Le Minotaure
Oct 11 - Sainte-Thérèse, QC - Le Montecristo
Oct 12 - St-Jean-sur-Richelieu, QC - La Boite (Festival Communion)
Dec 6 - Drummondville, QC - Pub La Sainte-Paix
What’s the Buzz?
Critics are raving about Obsolescence:
- No Clean Singing describes Bless the Machine as “a flat-out adrenaline rush, with a guitar solo that sounds straight out of Castlevania, and machine-like brutality ripping through steel and bone alike.” Yeah, you heard that right.
- Decibel Magazine adds, “INSURRECTION isn’t slowing down. From the doomy intro to the thrash-heavy chorus, it’s 100% pure, unadulterated death metal.”
- Ars Media QC says, “This album is as refreshing as jumping into the Ottawa River in autumn—cold, raw, and totally invigorating.”
After 20 years, INSURRECTION is proving they’ve still got it. Obsolescence isn’t just an album—it’s a statement. Crushing riffs, killer vocals, and enough groove to keep your head banging for days. Whether you’ve been with them since the start or you’re just tuning in, this is one album you won’t wanna miss.
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Photo credit: Lisa Thompson and Darkmoon Studios
L-R - Jay Cross - Drums, Martin Samson - Bass, Stef Jomphe - Vocals, Mike Birch - Guitar, Antonin Perras-Foisy - Guitar
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