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Misery Index Returns to Season Of Mist for Eighth Studio Album
4/24/2026, 1:55:22 PM
Core Announcement: New Label Deal and Upcoming Record
Baltimore death-grind outfit Misery Index has re-signed with the independent label Season Of Mist. The band confirmed that its eighth full-length album is slated for release later in 2026, preceding a European headline tour that will hit major festivals such as Wacken Open Air, Summer Breeze and others.
Historical Relationship with Season Of Mist and Recent Label Moves
Misery Index first partnered with Season Of Mist in 2013, issuing the live album *Live In Munich* and later the studio releases *The Killing Gods* (2014) and *Rituals Of Power* (2019). In 2020 the group announced a signing with Century Media, which released their seventh studio effort *Complete Control* in 2022. After an extensive touring cycle for that album, the band has now returned to Season Of Mist, the French label that previously handled their most recent releases.
Band Lineup and Key Figures
- Jason Netherton – vocalist and bassist (founding member, ex-Dying Fetus)
- Mike Harrison – guitarist (founding member)
- Kevin Talley – drummer (ex-Dying Fetus)
- Darin Morris – guitarist (joined 2010, solidified current four-member roster)
The lineup has remained stable since 2010, following the departure of original guitarist Sparky Voyles.
Timeline of Major Releases and Label Changes
| Year | Event |
|---|---|
| 2001 | Band formed as a studio project |
| 2003 | Debut album *Retaliate* released on Nuclear Blast |
| 2006 | *Discordia* released on Relapse Records |
| 2008 | Third full-length recorded with Kurt Ballou |
| 2010 | *Heirs To Thievery* released on Relapse; lineup solidified |
| 2013 | Signed with Season Of Mist; released *Live In Munich* |
| 2014 | *The Killing Gods* (Season Of Mist) |
| 2019 | *Rituals Of Power* (Season Of Mist) |
| 2022 | *Complete Control* released on Century Media |
| 2026 | Return to Season Of Mist; eighth studio album announced |
Tour Schedule Supporting the New Album
The forthcoming European/UK circuit runs from 28 July to 15 August 2026, covering venues in Helsinki, Wacken, Dortmund, France, Belgium, the Netherlands, multiple German festivals, and UK cities including Swansea, Manchester, Birmingham and Bridgwater.
Data & Statistics: Band Reach and Output
- Eight studio albums (seven previously released, eighth pending)
- Over 1,500 live performances across 46 countries
- Two top-selling releases on Season Of Mist, plus a widely acclaimed 2022 Century Media album
Why It Matters: Impact on the Band and Independent Metal Scene
Returning to an independent label underscores Misery Index’s commitment to the “classic independent” ethos they cite as “welcoming and intoxicating.” The move may afford greater artistic flexibility and reinforce Season Of Mist’s reputation as a home for veteran extreme-metal acts. Fans anticipate fresh material that continues the band’s blend of death metal, grindcore and socially charged lyrics.
Official Statements & Responses
Band frontman Jason Netherton expressed enthusiasm for the renewed partnership, describing Season Of Mist as a “cozy, dark embrace” and noting the label’s classic independent spirit as a natural fit for the group’s future plans.
Verbatim Quote
> “We in Misery Index are mega-chuffed to be back in the cozy, dark embrace of the Season of Mist family! The delicious smell of a classic independent label is both welcoming and intoxicating. Like the minstrels of yore, we wandered into the wilderness for a few years until we found our way back to where we belong. Cheers to great days ahead together!” — Jason Netherton, vocalist/bassist, Misery Index
What’s Next
New music from the eighth album is expected later in 2026, followed by the extensive European tour outlined above. The band’s re-engagement with Season Of Mist positions both parties for a coordinated release and promotion cycle throughout the remainder of the year.
