While approaching their sixth full-length album, 'Slow Death' (Nuclear Blast), Carnifex possessed a distinct vision. The San Diego metal quintet Scott Lewis (lead vocals), Shawn Cameron (drums), Cory Arford (rhythm guitar, backing vocals), Fred Calderon (bass), and Jordan Lockrey (lead guitar) — would build on the expansiveness of 2014's critically acclaimed 'Die Without Hope' as they brought a definitive darkness to the fold. "We wanted to take the next step," affirms Scott. "On the last album, we started utilizing orchestration and additional programming in terms of classical and electronic sounds. We elevated that to a new level here. That's why there's a dark vibe that runs through the whole album. It adds a layer of atmosphere that gives you a different feeling." Carnifex began carving out that bond with the audience way back in 2005. Over the course of four albums — 'Dead in My Arms,' 'The Diseased and the Poisoned,' 'Hell Chose Me,' and 'Until I Feel Nothing' — the band attracted a diehard following. Engaging a hiatus in 2012, they returned a year later with a vicious and vigorous vitality. It's only grown since and is on full display in 'Slow Death.' "The title represents depression," he leaves off. "The whole album discusses trying to let that out. If you're feeling those feelings, I may not be able to tell you how to not fix them, but at least you have someone to commiserate with. My hope is fans can relate and connect." This is Deathcore at its most angry and vulnerable.