Photo by D. Surovec
Relentless New England disruptors Escuela Grind continue their march toward the January 12th arrival of the final EP in their planned trilogy, DDEEAATHHMMEETTAALL.
The arrival of the final EP in the series completes the effort that began back in 2020 with the debut of 'PPOOWWEERRVVIIOOLLEENNCCEE' and 'GGRRIINNDDCCOORREE' - serving as tribute to the variety of stylistic influences that have resulted in the band's assaultive combination.
For the latest preview from the EP, Escuela Grind join forces with one of their predecessors, teaming with Barney Greenway of Napalm Death for the ripper, "Meat Magnet". Working with director Michael Jari Davidson, the visual frames Greenway and Escuela Grind vocalist Katerina Economou spewing venomous stanzas, combined with live footage that underscores the volatility at the core of the music.
Offering some insight to the collaboration, Greenway provided the kind of cosign the positions Escuela Grind as the net to assume the throne. "Meat Magnet' is a pretty crunchy sort of track, and I was able to really wrap my vocal cords around it," Greenway said. "Enthusiasm oozes out of the pores of Escuela Grind. How can you not get on board with that?"
"'DDEEAATHHMMEETTAALL' is the third installment of our EP series where we dive into the genres that most influence this band," shared vocalist Katerina Economou."Finishing this trilogy has been years in the works. We are so excited to release these songs as they are perhaps the best reflection of our live performance. The stage has honed these hectic songs to perfection."
Additionally, Escuela Grind have solidified their rep as one of the hardest working bands in the game. Coinciding with the release of their next EP, the band is hitting the road for an extensive 39-date headlining trek which kicks off January 10th and concludes February 17th in Boston, MA. The run will include rotating support from Take Offense, Come Meirda, Slow Pulse, Bonginator, Frog Mallet, and Brat.
A complete list of dates and cities can be found below. Get tickets - HERE
'DDEEAATHHMMEETTAALL' arrives January 12th via MNRK Heavy. Order the EP - HERE
January 11 Amityville, NY Amityville Music Hall
January 12 Mechanicsburg, PA Lovedraft's Brewing Co.
January 13 Washington, DC Songbyrd
January 14 Columbia, SC New Brookland Tavern
January 15 Atlanta, GA Bogg's Social
January 16 New Orleans, LA Siberia
January 17 Houston, TX Eighteen Ten Ojemen
January 18 Dallas, TX Cheap Steaks
January 20 San Antonio, TX Vibes Underground
January 21 El Paso, TX Dungeon Hell Paso
January 22 Albuquerque, NM The Launchpad
January 23 Mesa, AZ Nile Underground
January 25 Santa Ana, CA La Santa
January 26 Los Angeles, CA The Paramount
January 28 Oakland, CA 9 Lives
January 29 Eugene, OR John Henry's
January 30 Portland, OR Twilight
January 31 Vancouver, BC The Cobalt
February 1 Seattle, WA Vera Project
February 2 Boise, ID The Shredder
February 3 Salt Lake City, UT Salt City Seamers
February 4 Denver, CO Moe's
February 5 Omaha, NE Reverb Lounge
February 6 Sioux Falls, SD Remedy
February 7 Des Moines, IA Lefty's Live Music
February 9 Detroit, MI Sanctuary
February 10 Indianapolis, IN Atomic Bowling
February 11 Columbus, OH Ace Of Cups
February 12 Cleveland, OH No Class
February 13 Pittsburgh, PA The Shred Shed
February 14 York, PA Skid Row Garage
February 15 Philadelphia, PA. Kung Fu Necktie
February 16 Brooklyn, NY TV Eye
February 17 Boston, MA Sonia
