Corrupting Influence, the sixth album from brutal/slam death metal pioneers Internal Bleeding, is a triumphant return. After the tragic loss of late drummer Bill Tolley on the job as a firefighter, the group doubled down and recorded some of the best songs of their career, the nine songs on the album. Overflowing with the slams, head-splitting riffs and thunderous vocals one would expect from Internal Bleeding, Corrupting Influence is a worthy addition to the Internal Bleeding catalogue and one of the best brutal death metal albums you’ll hear in 2018 (and probably beyond).
“We worked really hard on creating an album that is chock full of signature Internal Bleeding riffs,” the band told Decibel. “It also contains a lot of surprise twists and turns that expand on our sound and take some songs to places we’ve never gone before. With the shadow of our lost brother Bill Tolley looming large over us, we had to make sure Corrupting Influence was something he would listen to and be proud of. We feel we accomplished that and we hope our fans will enjoy the ride.”
Have a listen to Corrupting Influence below. It is out tomorrow, October 19, on Unique Leader digitally and physically.
10/19 Houston, Tx @ Acadia Bar
10/20 New Orleans, La @ The Howlin’ Wolf
10/21 Orlando, Fl @ The Haven
10/24 Virginia Beach, Va @ Shakas
10/25 Clifton, Nj @ Dingbatz
10/26 Brooklyn, Ny @ The Kingsland
10/27 Manchester, Nh @ Bungalow
10/28 Quebec, QC @ Salle Multi
10/30 Montreal, QC @ Les Foufounes Electriques
10/31 Ottawa, ON @ Mavericks
11/1 Detroit, Mi @ Harpos
11/3 Chicago, Il @ Reggies
11/4 Mirriam, Ks @ Aftershock
11/6 Denver, Co @ The Roxy Theater
11/7 Salt Lake City, Ut @ Metro Music Hall
11/9 Seattle, Wa @ Club Sur Rocks
11/11 Watsonville, Ca @ Appleton Bar and Grill
