FIGHT FROM WITHIN Partners with Arson Theory and Releases New Single “Checkmate”

Upstate New York metalcore outfit Fight From Within kick off 2026 with the release of their new single, “Checkmate,” marking an exciting new partnership with Arson Theory. Produced by Todd Golder of Sirens & Sailors, the track showcases the band’s aggressive precision, and dynamic songwriting.

“We’re incredibly excited to work with a bunch of awesome bands and homies over at Arson Theory," the band shares. "It was a pleasure to work with a legend in our local scene for our next single. Checkmate is just the beginning of 2026.”

With Todd Golder at the helm, the single captures both the raw energy of Fight From Within’s live presence and the refined edge of their studio sound. As their first release of the year, “Checkmate” sets the tone for what promises to be an active and impactful 2026, with more new music and announcements on the way.

“Checkmate” is available now on all major streaming platforms.

Listen to Talk Is Checkmate: https://arsontheory.vyd.co/FightFromWithinCheckmate

FIGHT FROM WITHIN ON TOUR:

The Mini Gun Mini Run w/ Autumn Lies Buried

4/23 Ironton, OH - The Crows Nest ž

4/24 Owensboro, KY - Escape Today 

4/25 Fort Wayne, IN - Piere's 4/26 Joliet, IL - The Forge

Headliner for Thanatos Release Party

6/13 Scanton, PA - Moon Tavern

Tickets can be found HERE

Fight From Within were founded in Upstate New York in early 2021. Their sound lands at the intersection of metalcore, hardcore, and beatdown. With deeply diverse influences ranging from Bury Your Dead, Polaris, Evergreen Terrace, Emmure, Invent/Animate, Every Time I Die, and Attila, they have crafted their own distinct sound.

In 2022, they began tracking new music with Pablo Viveros of Chelsea Grin. They have taken the stage at many key festivals, from Sonic Temple to The Gathering of the Juggles to Inkcarceration. The band is headed into 2026 like a freight train — all gas, no brakes.