Dizzying deathcore powerhouse A Scar For The Wicked is preparing to destroy everything with their upcoming release Acolythus on November 7th, 2024. Today they offer a fresh taste with their new single “Despicable Existence”.
The band comments on “Despicable Existence” as follows: “Theme: Self-hatred, with a man writing a farewell letter to his friends and family. He wrestles with the decision to end his life and reflects on how every decision he has made has left him with a deep sense of self-loathing and contempt.
Musically, this song is one of our personal favorites. Powerful, overwhelming riffs drive the track forward and emphasize the seriousness of the subject matter. Fast tremolo picking adds intensity over a melodic solo that reflects the emotional turmoil of the lyrics. A beautiful neo-classical chorus provides melodic contrast and enhances the emotional depth of the song, while subtle synths in the background add atmospheric depth and enrich the overall soundscape.
Artwork and tracklist of Acolythus:
“Seven Ghosts”
“The Ophidian offspring”
“Drowned in Gluttony”
“Golden Touch of Eternity”
“Despicable existence”
“Acolyte”
“Into a merging damnation”
“Victim Genocide”
“Son of the Dawn”
Formed in 2011, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada-based A Scar For The Wicked drew inspiration primarily from The Black Dahlia Murder, Dimmu Borgir, The Zenith Passage and Belphegor, as well as the bloody worlds of horror. Their debut EP Scars was released the following year, followed by EPs The Necrobutcher and The Unholy in 2014 and 2018 respectively. Over the course of their career, the band have brought their relentless energy to festivals across their home province, notably sharing the stage with heavyweights such as Whitechapel, Thy Art Is Murder, Born Of Osiris, Archspire and Chelsea Grin.
