Deicide’s iconic frontman Glen Benton recently shared his thoughts on his musical journey and the changing landscape of Metal in a candid interview with Knac.com’s Francisco Zamudio. Remembering his early influences, Benton expressed his unwavering commitment to extreme metal, citing his childhood exposure to bands like Black Sabbath and Judas Priest.
Reflecting on the current state of the metal scene, Benton lamented the proliferation of subgenres, expressing nostalgia for the raw authenticity embodied by metal pioneers of the past. He has criticized what he sees as a lack of personality among contemporary metal musicians, decrying the prevalence of a uniform aesthetic characterized by “aspiring musicians who all look like the Weezer guys” and a disregard for iconic imagery. synonymous with metal culture.
Despite his criticism, Benton remains true to his own identity, emphasizing his refusal to conform to mainstream trends. His dedication to authenticity extends beyond his stage persona, permeating Deicide’s latest album, Banished By Sin, released April 26 on the Reigning Phoenix Music label. The album, which features tracks like Sever The Tongue, showcases Deicide’s signature sound of profanity and relentless aggression.
Deicide’s journey continues with new guitarist Taylor Nordberg, who debuted with the band in 2022. Nordberg’s arrival follows the departure of Chris Cannella, marking a new chapter in the formation’s history.
