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ACERBIC Premieres New Video “#216” at New Noise Magazine – A Defining Statement of Death-Thrash Intent

Olympia, WA — ACERBIC, the rising death-thrash force from Olympia, Washington, has just landed a major milestone with the exclusive premiere of their blistering new video for “#216” at New Noise Magazine . The track serves as a bold and uncompromising statement from their debut EP, Abhorrent Atrocities Against All Humankind , out now.

Far from just another extreme metal clip, “#216” arrives with purpose. As highlighted by New Noise Magazine , ACERBIC is pushing beyond the genre’s typical chaos, delivering what can only be described as “violence with purpose, brutality with memory.” The track clocks in at a relentless 216 BPM, making it the band’s fastest composition to date, while also tying directly into the conceptual narrative of the EP.

“‘#216’ is the best representation of our sound,” says guitarist Chris Thompson. “It’s everything we do, pushed to the extreme.”

Within the record’s storyline, the song marks a pivotal moment, following a central character reaching his 216th victim. Rather than leaning on shock value alone, ACERBIC channels something deeper—crafting a track that feels calculated, immersive, and disturbingly introspective.

Formed originally in 2013 as a solo project by Thompson, ACERBIC has evolved into a fully realized unit featuring Gabriel Glandon on vocals, Xander Provencher on bass, Chris Hannan on drums, and Thompson on guitar. Together, they fuse old-school death metal grit with razor-sharp melodic precision, delivering a sound that hits just as hard as it sticks with you.

That sense of intention carries through every aspect of their debut release. Recorded in August 2025 at Elektriccity Recording in Portland, Oregon, and mixed and mastered by Charlie Koryn, Abhorrent Atrocities Against All Humankind captures the band firing on all cylinders. The record balances raw aggression with a surprising level of control and clarity—never losing its edge while refusing to blur into noise.

“What I’m most proud of is how smooth the process felt,” Thompson explains. “Everybody was locked in, and Charlie didn’t just capture that energy—he cemented it.”

Visually, the “#216” video and the EP’s artwork—hand-painted by Matt Stikker—pull from the scarred landscapes of the Pacific Northwest, mirroring the record’s themes of destruction and loss. It’s a fitting backdrop for a band that’s as much about atmosphere and meaning as it is about sheer sonic force.

With the New Noise Magazine premiere shining a spotlight on their vision, ACERBIC isn’t just making noise—they’re making a mark. In a scene flooded with speed and aggression, this is a band focused on staying power.

Abhorrent Atrocities Against All Humankind is available now in limited CD and cassette formats via the band’s Bandcamp page. https://acerbic.bandcamp.com/

For interviews, review copies, or press inquiries: zach@metaldevastationradio.com

Check out the premiere here at this link: https://newnoisemagazine.com/premieres/interview-acerbic-discuss-video-premier-for-216/

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