Spanish melodic death metal powerhouse BLOODHUNTER have officially released their new studio album Sons of the Abandoned via ROAR – A Division of Reigning Phoenix Music.
Marking the occasion, the band have also kicked off a run of Spanish live dates alongside CRYPTA and unveiled a brand-new music video for “Masters of Deceive”, one of the album’s most dynamic and emotionally charged tracks.
Guitarist Dani Arcos describes the track as a blend of extremes, noting its mix of guttural and melodic vocals, soaring choruses, and some of the most intense riffing on the record, along with a subtle piano part that only fully reveals itself at the end.
Vocalist Diva Satánica highlights the song as her first use of clean backing vocals in BLOODHUNTER, explaining that it reflects themes of toxic environments, identity pressure, and breaking away to follow one’s own path. She notes it was also the first song written for the album, shifting between dramatic choruses and enraged verses to mirror emotional instability within relationships.
ormed in Galicia, BLOODHUNTER have steadily carved their name into the international extreme metal scene through relentless touring, uncompromising sound, and a clear artistic vision. Fronted by Diva Satánica, the band blends extreme metal aggression with melodic depth, groove, and narrative ambition, forging a sound that is both ferocious and emotionally charged.
Since their inception, BLOODHUNTER have stood out for their conceptual approach and strong identity. Their music balances brutality with atmosphere, drawing from themes such as ancient civilizations, power, human conflict, and transcendence. Over time, the band has evolved naturally, refining their songwriting and pushing beyond genre boundaries without losing their aggressive core.
SONS OF THE ABANDONED, produced by Tue Madsen, marks a turning point in BLOODHUNTER’s career. It is their most personal and honest album to date, shifting inward to explore identity, vulnerability, personal struggle, and the cost of pursuing one’s own path. For the first time, the lyrics speak directly from the heart, addressing inner demons, toxic environments, generational disconnection, and the feeling of being lost in a world driven by individuality and superficial values.
Musically, the album expands the band’s palette. Crushing riffs coexist with elegant grooves and striking melodic passages, while sharp contrasts define the songwriting—rage against beauty, speed against atmosphere, darkness against clarity.
With SONS OF THE ABANDONED, BLOODHUNTER solidify themselves as a band unafraid to evolve, challenge expectations, and expose their own scars. This is not just another extreme metal record, but a statement of identity, resistance, and survival in a world that constantly demands compromise.
Order SONS OF THE ABANDONED here:
http://bloodhunter.rpm.link/sonsPR
