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Death Angel to Release 10th-Anniversary Vinyl Reissue of *The Evil Divide*
5/28/2026, 1:23:58 PM
10th-Anniversary Vinyl Reissue of *The Evil Divide*
Death Angel will issue a 10th-anniversary vinyl reissue of their eighth studio album *The Evil Divide* on July 24 via Nuclear Blast Records. The pressing reproduces the original tracklist and adds the bonus cover “Wasteland,” previously limited to CD digipak editions outside the United States. The bonus track will also debut on streaming services worldwide.
Original Release and Production Context
*The Evil Divide* originally released on May 27, 2016, was produced by Jason Suecof at AudioHammer Studios. Critics praised its aggressive songwriting, technical precision, and emotionally charged performances, noting the blend of classic Bay Area thrash aggression with modern production. The album reinforced Death Angel’s reputation as a leading contemporary thrash act in the metal community.
U.S. “Act III” 35th-Anniversary Tour
The vinyl reissue coincides with Death Angel’s U.S. “Act III” 35th-anniversary tour, which began in early May and runs through late June. The itinerary features shows in Phoenix, New Orleans, Charlotte, New York, Seattle, Portland, Sacramento, and other markets, totaling 31 performances in 22 cities. Supporting acts Vio-lence and Incite appear on selected dates. The tour also promotes the reissue while the band continues festival appearances in Europe, South America, Asia, and Australia.
Current Line-up and Band History
The current lineup—Mark Osegueda (vocals), Rob Cavestany (lead guitar), Ted Aguilar (rhythm guitar), Damien Sisson (bass) and Will Carroll (drums)—has remained unchanged for two decades. Death Angel formed in 1982 in Daly City, California, by cousins Rob Cavestany, Dennis Pepa and Andy Galeon. Early releases such as *The Ultra-Violence* (1987) and *Act III* (1990) established the band in Bay Area thrash scene. Subsequent albums, including *Humanicide* (2019), earned a Grammy nomination for Best Metal Performance.
Key Dates
- May 27 2016 – original release of *The Evil Divide*.
- 2016 – “Wasteland” appears on limited CD digipak outside the U.S.
- July 24 2024 – 10th-anniversary vinyl and streaming debut.
- May-June 2024 – U.S. “Act III” tour.
Numbers at a Glance
The reissue marks a decade since the album’s debut, coincides with the 35th anniversary of *Act III*, and features 31 U.S. shows across 22 cities on the current tour.
Official Announcements
Nuclear Blast announced the reissue on its official channels, confirming the July 24 release, the inclusion of “Wasteland,” and the simultaneous streaming launch. Death Angel’s management reiterated that the vinyl aligns with the ongoing “Act III” anniversary tour, aiming to provide fans a collectible format while expanding access to the previously limited bonus track and to reinforce the band’s legacy.
Future Plans
After the current U.S. leg, Death Angel plans additional 2025 dates, including European and South American festival appearances. The band has also hinted at new studio material slated for release later in the year, extending the momentum of the anniversary reissue.
