PRO-PAIN Release Single + Lyric Video "Scorched Earth"

"And so it begins…": Hardcore juggernauts PRO-PAIN share the third single from their upcoming album, Stone Cold Anger, out May 15 via Napalm Records. "Scorched Earth" sets the tone for the future, accompanied by heavy riffs, catchy guitars, and sing-alongs. A sinister yet fiercely anthemic track, "Scorched Earth" is a pummeling demonstration of power, perfectly fitting for the band's first album in 11 years. PRO-PAIN are back—and they stayed on top of their heavy game!

Gary Meskil about "Scorched Earth":

"'Scorched Earth' explores what happens when ordinary people are pushed to their breaking point. Drawing inspiration from films such as the 1990s Michael Douglas drama Falling Down, the lyrics examine how pressure, frustration, and a sense of powerlessness can build over time. The song speaks to themes of reckoning, consequence, and the desire for genuine accountability."

Watch the Official Lyric Video for "Scorched Earth" BELOW!

Legendary New York hardcore juggernauts PRO-PAIN make their debut on Napalm Records with their 16th studio album, Stone Cold Anger, out on May 15. Their first release in 11 years showcases the band's explosive energy in its purest form: Stone Cold Anger unfolds heavy, angry, and ready as ever—proving PRO-PAIN haven't lost even an ounce of strength. An exceptionally catchy offering, the new album fortifies its groovy melodies and stirring guitar riffs with furious and inciting, anthemic vocals, turning the ten new songs into worthy follow-ups to their 3.5mm stream hit "Voice of Rebellion" (2015).

Stone Cold Anger is an enthralling, memorable, and triumphant milestone for PRO-PAIN, and an impressive demonstration of power. See you in the pit!

Gary Meskil about Stone Cold Anger: "Thank you to our fans worldwide for 35 years of unwavering support. After a decade away from the recording studio, we return with Stone Cold Anger — an album forged from global tension and the rising demand for accountability."

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The highly-anticipated new album (which features the return of former guitarist Eric Klinger) opens up with the punishing "Oceans Of Blood," an energetic and captivating track which confirms once again that the hardcore icons have not lost one bit of their relentless anger in the last 35 years. The title track abruptly commences with soaring melodic guitars acting as sirens around front man and bassist Gary Meskil's commanding barks. Aptly named "March Of The Giants" is just that, a show of brute force layered upon an ever-so-heavy groove-laden foundation. "Uncle Sam Wants You!" displays a more rock 'n' roll attitude, complete with a driving bass line and distinct social commentary; the raw and honest vibe continues throughout "Demonic Intervention" and "Rinse & Repeat." Meskil's raspy shouts fill the melodies of "Hell Or High Water" before PRO-PAIN forge onward and into the anthemic "Scorched Earth" — fiercely belting "And so it begins…" The following track, "Jonestown Punch," galvanizes with stirring, up-tempo two-steps before "Sky's The Limit" rounds off the album with catchy sing-along choruses.

STONE COLD ANGER TRACK LISTING:

"Oceans Of Blood" 

"Stone Cold Anger" 

"March Of The Giants" 

"Uncle Sam Wants You!" 

"Demonic Intervention" 

"Rinse & Repeat" 

"Hell or High Water" 

"Scorched Earth" 

"Jonestown Punch" 

"Sky’s the Limit"

PRO-PAIN LIVE 2026:

5/13 — Essen, DE — Turock 

5/14 — Osnabrück, DE — Bastard Club 

5/15 — Alkmaar, NL — HAL25 Herrie Festival 

5/16 — Halle, BE — Skallyfest 

5/22 — Loburg, DE — Wir Leben Laut Festival 

5/23 — Malle, BE — Kemphe Onderstroom 

6/5 — Emmen, NL — Pitfest 

6/6 — Tilburg, NL — Little Devil 

6/12 — Leipzig, DE — Red Bull Arena 

6/13 — Leipzig, DE — Red Bull Arena 

6/14 — Kassel, DE — Goldgrube 

6/19 — Fehrbellin, DE — Protzen Open Air Festival 

6/20 — Lübeck, DE — Riders Cafe 

6/26 — Szczecin, PL — Hells Bells Festival 

6/27 — Avesta, SE — Krylbomangel Festival 

7/2 — Trutnov, CZ — Obscene Extreme Festival 

7/3 — Frankfurt, DE — Deutsche Bank Park 

7/4 — Frankfurt, DE — Deutsche Bank Park 

7/10 — Cologne, DE — MTC Club 

7/11 — Gelsenkirchen, DE — Veltins Arena 

7/16 — Nottertal-Heilinger Höhen, DE — G.O.N.D. Festival 

7/17 — Marienberg, DE — Rock Auf Dem Berg Festival 

7/18 — Marburg, DE — KFZ Marburg 

7/24 — Munich, DE — Free & Easy Festival 

7/25 — Olomouc, CZ — Pod Parou Festival 

8/21 — Schmelz, DE — Heartcore Island Open Air Festival 

8/22 — Freiburg, DE — Crash 

8/29 — Wallesau, DE — Wallesau Ist Blau Festival 

11/14 — Eindhoven, NL — Helldorado Festival 

11/21 — Eindhoven, NL — Revolution Calling Festival