Norwegian thrash metal powerhouse MANIFEST are ready with their sixth studio album: “NOTHING LEFT TO KILL”
Available on streaming services and vinyl from Friday 18 September 2026
The new album marks a massive return to a pure metal sound, driven by the band’s relentless blend of thrash and death metal. Rune Stavnesli is back as producer, and the collaboration has resulted in an intense, crushing and uncompromising record.
After more than two decades in the field, MANIFEST have established themselves as one of Norway’s longest-running and most uncompromising metal bands. While their previous album, The Sinking (2022), explored more experimental territory, this release focuses on the rawness, technical precision and sheer intensity fans have come to expect. Reuniting with producer Rune Stavnesli, who also produced their 2005 debut Half Past Violence, has ensured a sound that is as brutal as it is authentic.
The album’s cover artwork was created by legendary artist Travis Smith, renowned worldwide for his iconic work with bands including Opeth, Death, Overkill and Katatonia. The artwork is a dark commentary on a world in complete decay, with Smith’s bleak aesthetic perfectly capturing the album’s aggressive atmosphere and title. The record is released on the band’s own label, Violent Media, in partnership with ViciSolum Productions and distributed by Swedish industry giant Sound Pollution.
About MANIFEST: Since forming in 1999 and releasing their debut album in 2005, MANIFEST from Trondheim have developed into an unstoppable force, with a reputation that reaches far beyond Norway. The band have performed at major international festivals and shared stages with heavyweights such as Entombed, Meshuggah and Napalm Death. MANIFEST combine the intensity of thrash with the weight of death metal, all delivered with an unwavering hardcore attitude. With five solid albums behind them, the band have built a reputation for uncompromising quality and a complete refusal to follow trends. With this sixth chapter, MANIFEST prove that they are more vital and venomous than ever.
Lilac River play gothic death/doom metal. Their music contrasts melodic and aggressive heavy riffs, featuring both clean vocals and growled vocals.
