Well damn, just when you thought today was going to be pretty shitty – you know, with that whole inauguration thing – Australian deathcore act Thy Art Is Murder have shared some wonderful news with us.
Not only has the band confirmed that former vocalist CJ McMahon is officially back in Thy Art Is Murder, but the Aussie crew also released a brand new stand-alone single titled “No Absolution.”
“’No Absolution’ is a rich tapestry, intertwined in faith, scripture and doctrine, and a story about the process that we have endured throughout the last year,” explained the band. “We recorded this during the sessions for Holy War but quite simply ran out of time to finish writing lyrics and recording vocals for it in order to make the record.”
“This song now stands alone, without a record or release - a gift from us to you, thank you for your continued support, we can’t wait to show you what we’re making for 2017.”
In regards to welcoming McMahon back, the band took to Instagram saying:
“A little over a year ago we were left in a pickle when CJ had finally reached his breaking point - the physical, emotional and mental stresses of touring, and the lifestyle had taken its toll on him. After the dust had settled we had time to speak amongst ourselves, and with him, and we were all able to get on the same page.
He was able to take time off from the road and work consistently, tick off some life goals like getting married, and enjoy the routine and familiarity of life at home with his friends and family.
Conversely, the rest of us kept going, touring relentlessly, playing bigger tours to more people than ever before, going to new countries for the very first time, and had a blast taking a few great vocalists and mates out for the ride with us while we weathered the storm and figured things out. Special thanks must go out to our incredible friends and fill in touring vocalists - Monte Barnard, Nicholas Arthur, Lochlan Watt, as well as every other vocalist who took the time to apply in our discrete vocalist auditions.
After a few months away from the chaotic life on the road, CJ reached out to us and we started maintaining more regular communication. He mentioned how he had started cleaning up, was focused on working hard and saving for his wedding and enjoying time at home, but he also mentioned he missed the shows, the friends, and us - his band.
After months of working things out, gaining his voice back, and mending wounded friendships, we are overwhelmed with excitement to announce that we have completed writing for a new record to be released later this year, featuring the one and only - Christopher John McMahon. Welcome back CJ!”
So with all that said, get ready for a big year from Thy Art Is Murder and check out the punishing new track “No Absolution” below. Afterwards, to purchase the new single, head here.
