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Monastery Dead Returns with Crushing New Death Metal Album Raptophilia — Out August 29th, 2025

For fans of Bloodbath, Misery Index, Jungle Rot

Moscow, Russia — August 2025 — Russian death metal veterans Monastery Dead are set to unleash their devastating new album Raptophilia on August 29th via Satanath Records . Known for their brutal yet progressive approach to death metal, Monastery Dead continue to push boundaries with a release that blends traditional brutality and modern technicality, appealing to fans of Bloodbath, Misery Index, and Jungle Rot alike.

Formed in 2004 by bassist Vadim Nikolaev, Monastery Dead have steadily built a formidable legacy, releasing four full-length albums, multiple singles, and official music videos while relentlessly touring across Russia and internationally. The band has shared stages with death metal heavyweights such as Haemorrhage, Dying Fetus, and Debauchery, proving their mettle within the global extreme metal scene.

Raptophilia follows the critically acclaimed 2024 album Ego Sum Dolor , further evolving Monastery Dead’s sound with 13 interconnected tracks that explore themes of human suffering, existential torment, and self-destruction. The album was recorded at BuzzyLick Studio with Ivan Dmitriev, mixed and mastered by Dmitry Kim, and features a striking new visual accompaniment crafted by Alexander Korsak of Black Line Films.

With a constantly evolving lineup and a commitment to artistic growth, Monastery Dead continues to defy stagnation. The band’s meticulous songwriting and blistering performances make Raptophilia a must-listen for death metal aficionados craving both ferocity and depth.

Monastery Dead
Raptophilia
Release Date: August 29th, 2025
Label: Satanath Records
Produced by: Ivan Dmitriev (Recording), Dmitry Kim (Mixing & Mastering)
Video by: Alexander Korsak / Black Line Films
Management: Extreme Management Group

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