Tormentor is The Agony Scene’s first album since 2007’s Get Damned (Century Media), which was preceded by 2005’s The Darkest Red (Roadrunner) and 2003’s self-titled release (Solid State). “There is an underlying theme to much of the record, and that is the idea of an insane, manipulative creator, a Tormentor of all mankind, if you will. The lyrics also touch on the idea that an unquestioning belief in such a creator and an infallible doctrine can lead to a more chaotic and dark world in many cases,” guitarist Chris Emmons told Revolver. “The Agony Scene, was the gateway band in the era of aggressive dark metalcore, paving the way for a new generation of metal fans (including myself),” said Outerloop president Shan Dan Horan. “It’s impossible for me to have a conversation with a metal artist without them mentioning The Agony Scene as an influence. That being said, I’m extremely excited to be a part of their most aggressive album to date.”
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The Agony Scene plays aggressive melodic metalcore and death metal, established through releases on prominent independent and metal labels like Roadrunner and Solid State. Follow The Agony Scene on Mood.
The Agony Scene formed in Tulsa, Oklahoma in 2000.
The band currently consists of vocalist Mike Williams, guitarists Chris Emmons and Brian Hodges, and guitarist BJ Sampson.
