Unearth Re-Signs with Metal Blade Records

Nothing short of standard-bearers and keepers of the faith for American metalcore, Unearth was the band born in the breakdown who never wavered from their love of European death metal melodicism, supercharged by American thrash and hardcore. Now, nearly three decades into a career that’s seen the Massachusetts mob play innumerable gigs and massive festivals on six continents, sell hundreds of thousands of records, and inspire some of the most important bands in extreme metal today, they remain a force with which to contend. And their reunion with Metal Blade Records – their label from their halcyon days of the 2000s first decade – only increases the ferocity of that force.

Unearth’s change back then from hardcore-focused Eulogy Recordings to one with “Metal” literally in the name aligned with their sound’s sharpening into a more brutal “Blade.” This time it’s more about going home to the host of genre-defining albums like The Oncoming Storm, III: In The Eyes Of Fire, and The March. It’s not to say they haven’t made great albums (see Watchers Of Rule and the latest LP The Wretched; The Ruinous) with great partners (MNRK Heavy – formerly eOne Music – and Century Media, respectively), but the lightning here has the chance to strike twice, and Unearth are ready to ride it.

Comments vocalist Trevor Phipps:

“Getting another shot at working with Metal Blade Records feels nothing short of coming home. We truly got our best chance at making a life of creating music and touring during our first run with Metal Blade from 2004–2011. Working with so many familiar faces we trust and appreciate is something we wholeheartedly welcome. The music we’re cooking is as heavy and boundary-pushing as we’ve ever been, and we look forward to sharing it with you all in 2027.”

Says guitarist Peter Layman:

“They gave us our start; now, they’re part of our future. After fifteen years apart, we’re back with Metal Blade, the home of some of our defining records. With the writing process well underway, we felt Metal Blade was the perfect fit for us and the direction we’re headed. We’re thankful that they feel the same way and know that what comes next will be our best offering yet.”

Adds Michael Faley, Metal Blade Records A&R:

“It is an honor to have UNEARTH back in the Metal Blade family. Our history with the band includes some truly incredible moments in this label’s catalog. Reconnecting with them now, at a time when both the band and the label have grown so much, is a massive win. We’ve always believed in their vision, and we’re honored to be the ones helping them tell the next chapter of their story. A new Storm is coming!”

Additionally, Unearth is pleased to announce their new management home of AISAmusic and European booking agency, Cobra. More info here!

Live Dates:

7/25/2026 Barba Negra – Budapest, HU *
7/31/2026 Afdreiht Un Buten Festival – Goldenstedt, DE
8/01/2026 Full Rewind Festival – Löbnitz, DE
8/03/2026 Magnolia Open Air – Milan, IT ^
8/04/2026 Dynamo – Zurich, CH ^
8/05/2026 Brutal Assault Festival – Jeroměř, CZ
8/07/2026 Frischluft Open Air – Linz, AT ~
8/13/2026 Motocultor Festival – Carhaix, FR

* w/ In Flames
^ w/ Of Mice & Men
~ w/ The Ghost Inside

Unearth 2026 Summer EU tour admat