The band came into existence when guitarists Richard Wiberg and Joakim Karlberg developed a sound that found a perfect
balance between harmony, rhythm and groove.
Soon after they released their first EP, Artifacts.
The band found the perfect, settled group with Oskar Nilsson coming in on drums, Timmy Bartelius on vocals, and Fredrik Dirfors on bass.
Devation signed with Shunu Records in 2015....more
Slaughter of the Soul is an album that put Gothenburg on the map of death metal bands. The awesome riffing combined with the intense rythms is what makes a friday night even better. Devation
Fractal Gates presents a very approachable and uncomplicated style of melodic death metal that is extremely affective. A constant stream of riffs and melodies that are catchy, infectious, and even fun. Some synthesizer elements give added depth too. Simply put this is a must check out release. 8/10 RJ
Culinary-themed melodic death metal outfit cook up a smorgasbord of fierce solos, tight percussion, and cheeky, foodie-approved screeds. Bandcamp New & Notable Jan 11, 2024
These California up-and-comers don't merely pay tribute to ’90s death metal; they make it their own by taking charge and letting it rip. Bandcamp New & Notable Jan 21, 2024