Death metal bands Abysmal Dawn and Absolute Darkness announce new releases and tours

Los Angeles-based death metal band Abysmal Dawn has released an official drum playthrough video for their single ‘Cradle of Affliction’ by drummer James Coppolino. The release comes as the band prepares for their first tour of Mexico, scheduled for October 2026. The tour will include performances in Morelia, Leon, Guadalajara, San Luis Potosi, Chihuahua, Mexico City, Monterrey, and Durango, alongside artists Obscura, Thulcandra, and Orion Rise.

In a separate update, the American death metal and thrash metal band Absolute Darkness discussed their upcoming 2026 album, ‘Witness To A Dying World’. The band noted that the album was a collaborative writing effort and features lyrical themes addressing global frustration and the rise of fascism. The band highlighted the track ‘Attritional Warfare’ as a standout, noting its accompanying animated video.