Abyssus stand as one of the most significant forces within the Greek death metal scene, having forged their path since 2011. Drawing profound inspiration from genre-defining pioneers such as Death, Obituary and Bolt Thrower, the band preserves the unadulterated spirit of old school death metal while imprinting their own distinct identity.
Today, Abyssus are proud to announce their signing with Fireflash Records, who will release the bands upcoming new album, The Reign.
“We have known Fireflash as a label deeply rooted in the Underground scene, through its releases for bands such as Holy Moses, Mezzrow, Mystic Circle, among others, and we have always held the utmost respect for it. Therefore, when a label of this caliber shows genuine interest in your band, there is little left to be said. As Abyssus, we feel confident and ready that under the wing of Fireflash the band will rise to the next level, and we will also do our part to make the label proud of its choice”, says vocalist Konstantinos Analytis.
Abyssus will release the first single, entitled “The Meaning Of Pain”, on July 31, along with the album pre-sale start.
“It was the very first song we composed for the new album, and it naturally became the bridge between our past and our present. It captures the essence of our earlier sound while introducing the new elements that define who we are today“, says Konstantinos Analytis
You can now pre-save the track here.
From the very outset, Abyssus placed equal emphasis on studio output and live performance. A steady stream of EPs and split releases established their presence within the international Underground metal community. Their debut full-length, Into The Abyss (2015), garnered widespread acclaim and marked a pivotal moment in the band’s evolution – leading to increasingly frequent appearances both in Greece and across Europe, often sharing the stage with renowned acts, like Possessed, Sinister, Suicidal Angels and Rotting Christ.
With renewed creative vigour and greater maturity, Abyssus unveiled their sophomore album Death Revival in 2022 via Transcending Obscurity Records. Adorned with an arresting cover by the legendary Andreas Marschall (Kreator, Blind Guardian, In Flames), the album was met with universal praise, further cementing the band’s reputation for delivering unrelenting, yet masterfully crafted, death metal. More shows with Asphyx, Tankard, Grave Digger and The Crown followed.
Now in 2026, Abyssus return with their third full-length opus, The Reign – a ferocious testament to their artistic evolution. The album encapsulates all the core elements that have defined death metal through the decades: raw aggression, blistering riff-work, and a suffocating, commanding atmosphere. Once again, the visual narrative is entrusted to Andreas Marschall, whose artwork enhances the band’s sonic vision with striking intensity.
Relentlessly evolving, Abyssus remain true to their roots while continuing to push the boundaries of the genre. With a prolific discography and an ever-growing presence on the live circuit, they have rightfully earned their place as a formidable name within the global death metal landscape.
Abyssus live:
October
18 – Athens, Greece – Kyttaro Live Stage (with Pestilence & Dead Congregation)
Abyssus is:
Konstantinos Analytis – Vocals
Panagiotis Gkourmpaliotis – Rythm Guitar
Konstantinos JaJas – Lead & Rythm Guitars
Manolis Skoularakos – Bass
George “Hellgrinder” Tsafos – Drums
Guests on “The Reign”:
Konstantinos Foukarakis – Lead & Rythm Guitars (Rotting Christ)
Fotis Benardo – Drums (Nightfall, Six For Nine, ex-Septic Flesh, ex-Nightrage)
Chris Zoukas – Bass (Sacral Rage)
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