The godfathers of Polish death metal, VADER, return with a vengeance, unleashing their brand-new single “Unbending”, now available as an official music video directed by Robert Gasperowicz. This track is more than just a headbanger — it’s been chosen as the official anthem of the 2025 Mystic Festival, Poland's premiere metal gathering. Watch it now: Unbending - Official Video
“Unbending” is the explosive final track of VADER’s upcoming EP titled Humanihility, set for release on May 30th via Nuclear Blast Records. Pre-orders for this highly anticipated slab of sonic devastation are now live: Pre-order Humanihility
🔥 Humanihility — New Blood, Same Fury
Five years after their acclaimed full-length Solitude In Madness, VADER are back with three brand-new songs that carry the band’s signature blend of savage thrash-infused death metal. Produced by the legendary Scott Atkins at Grindstone Studio (UK), the EP also features stunning cover art by Marcelo Vasco (Slayer, Testament, Dark Funeral).
This release marks a new era for the band — guitarist Mauser returns to the fold, while new drummer Michael joins longtime frontman Peter (Piotr Wiwczarek), bassist Hal, and third guitarist Spider, making this the first VADER recording as a quintet.
Each of the three songs on Humanihility was composed by a different member, offering a unique flair while still delivering the trademark aggression and speed VADER fans have come to worship.
💿 Humanihility Tracklist:
Genocide Designed
Rampage
Unbending (Mystic Festival Anthem 2025)
The EP will be released exclusively as a 12” red vinyl — limited to just 700 copies, making it a must-have for collectors and die-hard fans.
⚔️ The Reign Continues
Formed in 1983, VADER is Europe’s longest active extreme metal band, responsible for landmark albums such as The Ultimate Incantation, De Profundis, and Litany (which celebrates its 25th anniversary in 2025). Over four decades, they’ve influenced countless bands and remained an unrelenting force in the genre.
Their most recent full-length, Solitude In Madness (2020), showcased their enduring brutality. If you haven’t checked out videos from that release, dig in below:
🕯️ Upcoming Tour Dates & Festival Appearances
Currently, VADER is storming across Europe on the “March Of The Unbending – Europe 2025” tour with Rise of Cronos and Skaphos. Remaining dates:
16.04.2025 GER Bremen – Tivoli
17.04.2025 GER Trier – Forum
18.04.2025 HOL Leiden – Nobel
19.04.2025 FR Saint Omer – Brutal Swamp*
20.04.2025 UK Birmingham – The Asylum
22.04.2025 SCO Glasgow – Slay
23.04.2025 IRE Dublin – Opium
24.04.2025 UK Manchester – Club Academy
25.04.2025 UK London – Underworld
26.04.2025 GER Bochum – Ruhrcongress
27.04.2025 GER Erfurt – Club From Hell
*only VADER
They’ve also announced a packed 2025 summer festival schedule, including stops at:
Mystic Festival (POL)
Resurrection Fest (SP)
Alcatraz Festival (BE)
Summer Breeze (DE)
...and many more across Europe and South America.
🔗 Stay Connected
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Prepare yourselves. VADER have returned, unbending, unrelenting, and more powerful than ever.
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