With A Vengeance Releases 'Oblivion' and Announces US Tour
With A Vengeance has released the single "Oblivion" along with an official music video directed by Michael Levine. The track serves as the first offering from the band's upcoming Born To Survive EP, set for release on October 30. The EP was produced by Matt Guglielmo, known for his work with The Acacia Strain, with vocal production handled by Spencer Sotelo of Periphery. The cover art was photographed by Ashley Von Helsig, who has worked with Slipknot and Marilyn Manson.
The band will launch a headlining US tour on October 14 in Little Rock, Arkansas. The tour spans multiple states, concluding in Ramona, California on November 14. Key dates include October 14 in Little Rock, October 15 in Dallas, October 16 in Lubbock, and continuing through Ohio, Michigan, Illinois, and into the Midwest and Southwest.
With A Vengeance features founding Bad Wolves members Tommy Vext and Chris Cain, former Bad Wolves bassist Kevin Creekman, drummer Austin D’Amond, and guitarist Xander Raymond Charles. The lineup combines established talent from the hard rock and metal scenes, with Austin D’Amond known for his work with DevilDriver and Chimaira, and Xander Raymond Charles bringing modern djent-inspired riffs and technical proficiency.
The band has positioned itself as a modern hard rock supergroup, building on the legacy of Bad Wolves while establishing a distinct identity through aggressive grooves, melodic choruses, and emotionally charged performances. The new single explores themes of mental health and the unintended consequences of medical treatment, offering a serious yet unpretentious commentary through heavy, aggressive music.