Saskatoon groove‑death metal force Pythonic return with a vengeance today as they release their long‑awaited sophomore EP, "Decomposition," a reimagining and reinvention of their earliest catalogue, rebuilt, rewritten, and reborn with the band’s heaviest lineup to date.
“When we parted with our original singer and started reworking these songs, it really sparked something in the band. These songs were always decent, but now we believe they’re great. They finally got the justice they deserved,” says guitarist and founder Vincent Kohut.
"Decomposition" marks a pivotal turning point for the band. With the addition of vocalist Morgan Warriner, bassist Max Hiske, guitarist Ryan, and drummer Jayden, Pythonic have evolved into a tighter, more aggressive, and more cohesive unit than ever before.
Morgan’s guttural range, praised for its blistering highs and cavernous lows, has transformed the band’s sound. At the same time, Max’s thunderous bass lines and Jayden’s ferocious, metal‑driven drumming have injected new life into every track.
The EP was mixed and mastered by Reid Paraszczynec of Lucid Distortion Audio, a longtime friend of the band known for his sharp ear and meticulous production style.
“He really helped bring in the next chapter of Pythonic the right way,” the band says.
Rather than simply re‑recording old material, Pythonic tore their songs apart and rebuilt them from the ground up, shortening structures, shaving riffs, tightening arrangements, and amplifying the aggression.
“We made our original tracks more digestible. Some songs got a huge facelift, others stayed close to the originals, but the difference a proper vocalist and bass performance makes is monumental,” says Kohut.
Lyrically, the EP is more focused and personal than anything Pythonic has released before. Written primarily by Warriner, with contributions from former bassist Alex Conley, the themes explore corruption, addiction, toxic relationships, betrayal, and occult horror.
The opening track, Guiltfeeder, is a furious anthem about betrayal and two-faced “friends,” sped up and sharpened from its original form. The track ends with a soaring Ryan Hunter solo that seals the emotional blow. Conceit, penned by Alex Conley, confronts narcissistic abuse head‑on. Thrash‑driven drums and a tightened recording elevate the track far beyond its earlier version. Pills is a visceral depiction of addiction, told with unsettling clarity. Morgan’s delivery captures the frantic highs and skin‑crawling lows of substance dependency. Liturgy, the band’s unanimous favourite, is a ritualistic, blood‑moon summoning set to tremolo riffs, eerie spoken word, and a crushing new chorus riff. Morgan’s highs and Vincent’s lows collide in a devastating finale. Collateral, the EP closer, is a triumphant call to reclaim autonomy, featuring one of the EP’s most infectious chants. Max’s bass absolutely dominates the intro and outro, giving the track its marching, war‑drum pulse.
The EP’s artwork, created by returning artist Danya Lawton, visually “decays” the imagery from Pythonic’s first EP. Drawing inspiration from real tree‑growing fungi and occult symbolism, the art mirrors the band’s process: decomposing old material to create something heavier, darker, and more authentic.
2025 has been a landmark year for Pythonic. The band opened for 200 Stab Wounds, YEGG, Beguiler, Art of Attrition, and closed the year on the main stage of Edmonton’s Slaughter Fest. Their live performances have been so tight that fans have mistaken them for touring acts from Toronto.
“This lineup is the tightest we’ve ever conjured. It’s an absolute sonic onslaught,” says the band.
With "Decomposition" now unleashed, Pythonic are already deep into writing new material. Fans can expect at least two more albums from the band, each pushing further into the death‑metal‑leaning, groove‑driven territory that defines their new era.
“Everyone in Pythonic is dedicated to this project. We’ve got tons of killer new tunes on the horizon,” says Kohut.
Recommended for fans of Lamb of God, Morbid Angel, Devildriver, and Black Dahlia Murder, "Decomposition" is available on digital platforms as of December 19, 2025.
Bandcamp -
https://pythonic.bandcamp.com/album/decomposition
Add to your Spotify Playlist -
https://open.spotify.com/album/3p5LA4XnzVn391PXvHFNYY
Track Listing:
1. Guiltfeeder (4:23)
2. Conceit (4:00)
3. Pills (3:09)
4. Liturgy (3:42)
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