VAIDMA Dive Into Brutality With ‘Encased In Darkness’

San Diego, CA–based heavy act VAIDMA unleash “Encased In Darkness,” a slamming melodic deathcore track rooted deeply in MySpace-era nostalgia. Released alongside an official lyric video, the song channels the raw emotion, breakdown-driven aggression, and melodic intensity that defined early deathcore, while delivering it with modern clarity and force.

Musically, “Encased In Darkness” thrives on crushing slam sections, punishing breakdowns, and soaring melodic leads. Guttural vocals collide with piercing screams as thick, downtuned riffs drive the track forward. The balance between brutality and melody recalls the genre’s formative years, giving longtime fans an instant sense of familiarity while still sounding fresh and focused.

The lyric video keeps the emphasis on the song itself, allowing the lyrics and instrumentation to take center stage. Its stripped-back presentation complements the track’s darkness and intensity, reinforcing the emotional weight and aggression without distracting from the music’s impact.

With “Encased In Darkness,” VAIDMA make a strong statement within the slamming melodic deathcore space. Drawing heavily from the MySpace era while embracing modern heaviness, the single delivers relentless aggression, nostalgic energy, and crushing breakdowns. From San Diego to the global underground, VAIDMA prove that this era-inspired sound is alive, violent, and still devastating.