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VASTUM, the formidable death metal force from Oakland, California, announces their upcoming Violations On The Cross US Tour 2025. Known for their intense and sporadic live performances, VASTUM is set to deliver one of their most ferocious tours yet, with stops including Disemboweled God Fest and Decibel Metal & Beer Fest. Their fifth album, “Inward To Gethsemane“, is now out via 20 Buck Spin, further solidifying their status as torchbearers of the underground death metal scene.
Between creating an impressive discography over twelve years and a reputation for legendary live shows, VASTUM continues to push the boundaries of their dense, atmospheric sound. Founding members vocalist Daniel Butler and guitarist/vocalist Leila Abdul-Rauf are joined by drummer Adam Perry, bassist Colin Tarvin, and guitarist Greg Brace, bringing a fearsome momentum to their music. As the longest-running band on the 20 Buck Spin roster, VASTUM’s latest release reaffirms their grisly and grotesque sound.
VASTUM will perform at thirteen locations during the Violations On The Cross US Tour 2025, starting in Tacoma on March 27th and concluding in Atlanta on April 11th. With Goetia supporting most shows, this run includes headlining the Disemboweled God Fest and their debut appearance at Decibel Magazine’s Metal & Beer Fest. The performances will also feature live synths by Gregory C. Hagan.
VASTUM – Violations On The Cross US Tour 2025:
– 3/27/2025 Real Art Tacoma – Tacoma, WA
– 3/28/2025 Disemboweled God Fest @ Central Saloon – Seattle, WA
– 3/29/2025 Coffin Club – Portland, OR
– 4/02/2025 Reggies – Chicago, IL w/ Goetia
– 4/03/2025 The Smiling Moose – Pittsburgh, PA w/ Goetia
– 4/04/2025 Decibel Beer & Metal Fest @ The Fillmore – Philadelphia, PA
– 4/05/2025 The Sanctuary – Butler, NJ w/ Goetia
– 4/06/2025 Ralph’s Rock Diner – Worcester, MA w/ Goetia
– 4/07/2025 The Wood Shop – Brooklyn, NY w/ Goetia
– 4/08/2025 Metro Baltimore – Baltimore, MD w/ Goetia
– 4/09/2025 Bandito’s – Richmond, VA w/ Goetia
– 4/10/2025 Chapel Of Bones – Raleigh, NC w/ Goetia
– 4/11/2025 Atlanta Utility Works – Atlanta, GA w/ Goetia
The fifth album, “Inward To Gethsemane”, offers a visceral exploration into the limits of purity, a journey through darkness and decay. Mixed and recorded by Greg Wilkinson at Earhammer Studios, mastered by Brad Boatright at Audiosiege, and illustrated by vocalist Daniel Butler, the album is available on LP, CD, MC, and digital through 20 Buck Spin’s webshop and Bandcamp.
“VASTUM are just so mean, so dark, so human. Animated by our own most base impulse – carnal and otherwise – then driven to explore the philosophical implications thereof, they’re wired a little different, plugged into an old-school sensibility but with an ugly sound that never existed in any timeline. They’ve scarcely sounded uglier. 9/10” – Decibel Magazine
“…VASTUM give it the gas right away, surging ahead like a hellish tank-phalanx, with all corroded pistons firing, guns blazing white phosphorus, and drums inflicting a merciless beating, while Dan Butler savagely roars and Leila Abdul-Rauf maniacally screams… I can think of many places where I’d like to point this demolition machine and let it run riot and ruin what’s in front of it.” – No Clean Singing
Featuring ambient and noisy elements, VASTUM’s record forays into new, eerie realms with Daniel Butler and Leila Abdul-Rauf at the helm, summoning the darkest depths. Immerse yourself in “Inward To Gethsemane” and witness VASTUM’s unique approach to death metal, promising a penetrating experience that evokes new mental wounds.
Join VASTUM on tour for a night of intense, visceral death metal that is not to be missed!
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