DESOLUS set release date for new album

Today, Hells Headbangers announces May 15th as the international release date for Desolus’ highly anticipated second album, Dwellers of the Twilight Void, on CD, vinyl LP, and cassette tape formats.

In lieu of this announcement, Desolus will be supporting Hirax and Savage Master on a short run of tour dates in the northern part of the United States, starting this Friday. The band will also be playing separate live dates later next month and into May, culminating in a performance at this year’s Maryland Deathfest. Full list of confirmed dates & venues as well as tour poster are as follows:

*with Hirax and Savage Master*
3/27 – Baltimore, MD @ Metro Gallery
3/28 – Brooklyn, NY @ The Brooklyn Monarch
3/29 – Cambridge, MA @ Sonia
3/31 – Montreal, QC @ Piranha Bar
4/1 – Toronto, ON @ The Garrison
4/2 – Detroit, MI @ Sanctuary
4/3 – Chicago, IL @ Reggies
4/4 – Covington, KY @ Madison Theater
4/5 – Indianapolis, IN @ Black Circle

*separate dates*
4/25 – Milwaukee, WI @ Sabbatic
4/26 – Bayview, WI @ Sky High Skate shop
5/2 – Drowned Cavern fest day one – Harrisonburg, VA @ the Golden Pony
5/23 – Maryland Deathfest Saturday – Baltimore, MD @ Angels Rock Bar

It was but 2024 when Desolus burst onto the international metal map with their Hells Headbangers debut album, System Shock. Acclaimed by fans and media, the power trio’s first full-length immediately and irrevocably proved that, despite the glut of ’80s-style thrash around, they’re indeed the Real Deal: while they may’ve been inspired by the likes of Sodom, Kreator, and Dark Angel, Desolus keenly understood what made those legends so vital – strong songwriting, and the razor-sharp execution to back it up. And back it up they did, touring their native United States following the album’s release.

However, at the beginning of 2026, Desolus expanded their lineup to a quartet, adding drummer Bileh Dougsiyeh and previous drummer Travis Stone moving to second guitar. With that lineup thus bolstered, the band now unleash their sophomore full-length: Dwellers of the Twilight Void.

In one sense, one could look at Desolus’ two albums covers and get a view into their respective auras: System Shock was doubtlessly fiery, while Dwellers of the Twilight Void goes darker and bloodier. The ’80s horror VHS intro sets the stage perfectly for the blistering speed and aggression to come.
Unbelievably, Desolus sound even more diabolical and crazed here, seemingly intent to slay listeners as quickly and efficiently as possible, with Dougsiyeh delivering an utterly unhinged performance to keep apace with his bloodthirsty bandmates.
And yet, beyond their characteristic intensity, there’s an evolution in the band’s sound that’s subtle and never belabored. Be it the more blackened textures, the duality of straightforward rush vs. haunting twists, or the unique production style that has a dingey, dungeonic clarity, Desolus display a strive to build upon the debut’s not-inconsiderable foundation whilst keeping their core identity intact.
In just 36 breathless minutes, these Dwellers of the Twilight Void will drag you from the light…for good!

In the meantime, hear the brand-new track “The Pact (Sealed in Blood)” HERE at Hells Headbangers’ official YouTube channel. Preorder info can be found HERE.

Cover and tracklisting are as follows:

Tracklisting for Desolus’ Dwellers of the Twilight Void
1. The Portal
2. Dweller Of The Twilight Void
3. Trespass The Threshold
4. The Pact (Sealed In Blood)
5. Threading The Atom
6. Visages Of Death
7. Woman Of Infernal Beauty
8. Primordial Evil
9. Show No Mercy
10. Nefarious Dominion