Death/thrash metal stalwarts, Avenger Of Blood, sign to M-Theory Audio and bring you a new single/lyric video entitled “Revenge Is My Name”. Ripping and ruthless, “Revenge Is My Name” takes no prisoners in its all-out assault as the band pummels and crushes all in their wake.
Listen now on all digital platforms, and watch the lyric video below.
“’Revenge Is My Name’ is a song about violence and anger! The inspiration came from our love of slasher and horror films, as well as a lot of the first-person perspectives you see on social media and such these days,” explains drummer Shannon Frye. “The world can be a violent place, and songs like this are an outlet for those who experience the same thing.”
“Revenge Is My Name” is the first slice from the band’s forthcoming EP of the same name. The Revenge Is My Name EP features four new songs from the re-energized quintet and will be released April 25 on limited (200 copies) throes of ash colored vinyl and CD. Pre-orders launch today, here.
“We are excited to work with Marco and the M-Theory Audio staff,” states Shannon. “Having been friends for a long time and knowing Marco’s dedication, work ethic and knowledge, we knew we made the right decision in this new partnership! We look forward to releasing this new EP and much more great things to come.”
M-Theory label president Marco Barbieri has been a fan of the group almost 20 years and their paths have crossed many times over the years whether it was being considered for Century Media, handling music publishing deals, booking AOB on locals shows, producing a single for Relapse, or handling digital distribution, Marco has always lent a helping hand to the guys and he’s proud to finally add them to the label roster.
Originally hailing from the Bay Area thrash scene, Avenger Of Blood moved down to Las Vegas after recording a couple demos. Capturing a deal with JCM Records the group issued their debut Complete Annihilation in 2005 which put Avenger Of Blood on the map and conscience of thrash fans worldwide. Several opportunities presented themselves to perform at festivals like Minneapolis Mayhem, Millennium Music Conference, Monsters of Metal and the Northwest Deathfest. Two years later AOB appeared on the infamous Speed Kills… Again compilation, which featured unknown names at the time like Warbringer, Toxic Holocaust, Enforcer and Merciless Death setting the stage for the thrash revival. The same label, Heavy Artillery, signed Avenger Of Blood and released the classic album Death Brigade in 2008, which even featured cover art from Joe Petagno (infamous for Motorhead, in addition to works by Krisiun and Sodom). Momentum was halted when singer/guitarist Eric Greaney and bassist Shawn Loureiro left the group, but Shannon and guitarist Marc Flores have persevered by bringing in new musicians to keep the dream alive recording various releases, such as a split 7” with Witchaven, the Spawn Of Evil EP (2012) and On Slaying Ground full-length (2016).
Now having a stable lineup for the past years, rounded out by singer Sal Lalli, guitarist Chris Garcia, and bassist Corey Sorrenti, the group even re-recorded the band’s debut last year calling it Completely Re-Annihilated and performing at Blades of Steel Fest, alongside Flotsam And Jetsam, Vio-lence, Exciter, Jag Panzer, Massacre, Artillery and Riot V, as well as supporting Death Angel and Ruthless on shows in NV and CA. Avenger Of Blood is ready to punish you relentlessly on “Revenge Is My Name” with live performances in the works and already starting to lay down the full-length for 2026.