Montreal metal outfit Killed By Sorrow is proud to announce the release of their brand-new full-length album, "Empire of Excess," available now as of October 23, 2026. Blending melodic intensity, crushing aggression, and emotionally charged songwriting, the ten-track record represents the band's most ambitious and refined work to date.
Following the successful release of videos "The End is Near," "The Burial," and "Betrayal," "Empire of Excess" showcases a band continuing to evolve while staying true to the heavy-hitting sound that first connected with fans.
Speaking on behalf of the band, rhythm guitarist Samuel Ham shared insight into the creation and vision behind the album.
"Fans will connect strongly with this release. It captures the intensity and aggression that defined our early sound, but with a more mature and refined mix. Long-time listeners will recognize the roots of Killed By Sorrow, while new fans will appreciate the clearer production, tighter songwriting, and deeper atmosphere. This release feels like a natural evolution while remaining familiar enough for existing fans."
Melodic, aggressive, emotional, dynamic, and intense, "Empire of Excess" takes listeners on a journey through themes of societal collapse, personal struggle, betrayal, resilience, friendship, and self-discovery. The album balances crushing breakdowns, soaring melodies, punk-infused energy, and memorable hooks across a diverse collection of tracks.
According to Samuel Ham, the band's goal was simple:
"The goal is to blend heaviness and melody in a way that pulls listeners into the story behind each track. Every song is meant to hit hard, connect on a personal level, and leave listeners with the sense that they've gone through something meaningful from start to finish."
The collaborative nature of Killed By Sorrow has been a key component of the album's development. Every song was reviewed and refined by the entire band, with primary songwriting duties shared between bassist Martin Bersier-Carpentier and guitarist Samuel Ham. The band also credits Martin for helping shape the group's evolving sound and bringing a fresh creative perspective to the songwriting process.
Lyrically, "Empire of Excess" explores a wide range of subjects, from apocalyptic devastation in "The End is Near" to consumerism and societal decline in the title track, while songs like "Never Give Up" deliver messages of perseverance and strength. The band intentionally crafted an album with varied moods and styles, ensuring there is something for every listener.
"There is definitely a track that will please any listener. We pride ourselves on making sure the album has a different vibe from start to finish," adds Ham.
The release also marks a significant milestone for the band, which expanded the project into a full-length album by writing additional material to complete the ten-song collection. Fans can also look forward to more music, with the band's next album reportedly already well underway.
Known for their energetic stage presence and engaging live performances, Killed By Sorrow continue to build momentum on the local scene, led by frontman Sebastien's commanding presence and the band's undeniable chemistry on stage.
Recommended for fans of Unearth, Killswitch Engage, Poison The Well, Trivium, and Lamb of God, "Empire of Excess" is available as of October 23rd, 2026, at the following links:
Spotify -
https://killedbysorrow.fanlink.tv/EMPIREOFEXCESS
Bandcamp -
https://killedbysorrow.bandcamp.com
Track Listing:
1. The End is Near - 3:38
2. Empire of Excess - 3:04
3. The Burial - 3:28
4. Betrayal - 3:51
5. Never Give Up - 2:37
6. All My Brothers - 3:18
7. In The Spotlight - 3:17
8. Killed By Sorrow - 3:29
9. Unchained - 3:42
10. Stay In Line - 3:28
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