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.
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Prepare yourselves. VADER have returned, unbending , unrelenting, and more powerful than ever.
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