TO BE A KING Ignite the Scene With Crushing New Single ‘D3AD’ Featuring CATHARSIS RVA

VA metalcore force TO BE A KING erupt with punishing intent as they unveil their newest assault, D3AD, featuring Richmond heavyweights CATHARSIS RVA. Dropping alongside a razor-sharp lyric video, the track finds the band stepping into a darker, more ruthlessly focused chapter — built on sharper riffs, tighter groove, and a vocal duality that snaps like exposed wire. It’s a statement of evolution and a warning shot to anyone sleeping on Virginia’s rising class of heaviness.

From the first hit, D3AD moves with deliberate violence — palm-muted chugs collapsing into atmospheric leads, breakdowns hitting like controlled detonations, and verses that spit venom with precision. The feature from CATHARSIS RVA adds an explosive surge of grit, reinforcing the song’s tension and amplifying its emotional weight without crowding the band’s core identity. It’s the kind of collaboration that feels organic, sharpened through regional bloodlines and a shared hunger to push the scene forward.

The lyric video elevates the impact even further, delivering a stark visual companion that highlights every cutting phrase. Its pacing mirrors the track’s dynamics — tightening during the buildup, snapping open during each drop, and locking the viewer into the song’s emotional pulse. With its bold typography and stripped-back stylization, it serves as an immersive bridge between the band’s live ferocity and their studio precision.

From the heart of Virginia’s metalcore underground to the ears of the world — TO BE A KING step forward with purpose, power, and a sound that refuses to die.

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