BRUTALITY PODCAST Welcomes DESPISED ICON’s Alex Erian for an In-Depth Conversation on ‘Shadow Work’ and Deathcore’s Legacy

This week, BRUTALITY PODCAST drops one of its most anticipated episodes yet, sitting down with none other than Alex Erian, co-vocalist of the legendary deathcore pioneers DESPISED ICON. In Episode 108, the conversation dives deep into the band’s upcoming album Shadow Work, the trials and triumphs of maintaining longevity in an ever-evolving metal scene, and the band’s unique role in shaping deathcore from its earliest days.

Listeners are treated to Erian’s reflections on Quebec’s vibrant heavy music culture, his take on the challenges of staying creative across decades, and behind-the-scenes stories from the band’s relentless touring schedule. From chaotic road memories to the grind of making extreme music sustainable, the episode offers both grit and wisdom.

The discussion also revisits the inception of deathcore itself — from the early 2000s Myspace era to the genre’s evolution into today’s global force — giving fans an intimate look at where it all began, straight from one of the genre’s architects.

Packed with insight, humor, and the kind of perspective that only comes with years at the top of the heavy music world, Episode 108 is a must-listen for deathcore fans, musicians, and anyone curious about what it takes to create and endure in the heaviest of genres.