Frozen Soul and Gatecreeper

Frozen Soul, formed in 2018, delivers in-your-face death metal reminiscent of Obituary and Mortician. Known for "Crypt of Ice," they’ve revitalized the genre.

Gatecreeper, born in Arizona, are death metal specialists known for their melodic and memorable style. Their album "Dark Superstition," likened to pivotal works by Entombed and Dismember, explores themes of the supernatural and reflects the influence of Arizona's Superstition Mountains. Formed in 2013, they rose to prominence with their self-titled 2014 EP and 2016 debut album "Sonoran Depravation." Their first release on Nuclear Blast showcases refined song structures.