Spinefarm Signs Deadlands, Band Shares "Villain"
DEADLANDS injects fresh and unexpected energy into traditional metal. The band’s dynamic sound is driven by the raw authenticity of founding member and frontwoman Kasey Karlsen. Known for her candid lyricism, Kasey has been writing about toxic relationships, friendships, hardships, and current events—topics close to her heart—since high school. A social media sensation, she captivates over a million followers with her compelling content.
Guitarist and bassist CJ Arey, aka "NO SHADE," infuses the band's music with his unique blend of trap and cinematic elements, creating intricate melodies that push the boundaries of metal. Drummer Kyle OBraitis completes the trio, his powerful rhythms and strategic drumming shaping the direction and intensity of each track. Together, DEADLANDS crafts a bold and innovative sound that reinvents the metal genre.
Spinefarm welcomes DEADLANDS to their global roster, and to kickoff the celebration they have shared the new single and accompanying music video for the new single “Villian”
Watch “Villian” here:
"The narrator's journey is one of empowerment, as they reclaim their strength and flip the script on their oppressor," the band shares. "The imagery of setting traps and planning attacks symbolizes the strategic, calculated response to pride's manipulative grip, transforming the victim into a formidable force. As the song culminates, the protagonist embraces their role as the 'villain,' illustrating how the fight against pride can lead to a dark realization of one's own power by succumbing to the sin, losing themselves and ultimately their life in the process."
The band is currently working on new material for the label that is themed around the seven deadly sins. Fans of bands like Asking Alexandria, Motionless In White, Escape the Fate, Falling in Reverse, Wage War, and Bring Me The Horizon will be magnetically drawn to DEADLANDS.
"Villain" is just one of the seven deadly sins coming your way from Deadlands. Stay tuned for more.
