Unearth have officially re-signed with Metal Blade Records. This news comes after the band previously left the label 15 years ago.

Vocalist Trevor Phipps said the following:
“Getting another shot at working with Metal Blade Records feels nothing short of coming home. We truly got our best chance at making a life of creating music and touring during our first run with Metal Blade from 2004–2011. Working with so many familiar faces we trust and appreciate is something we wholeheartedly welcome. The music we’re cooking is as heavy and boundary-pushing as we’ve ever been, and we look forward to sharing it with you all in 2027.”
Guitarist Peter Layman continued:
“They gave us our start; now, they’re part of our future. After fifteen years apart, we’re back with Metal Blade, the home of some of our defining records. With the writing process well underway, we felt Metal Blade was the perfect fit for us and the direction we’re headed. We’re thankful that they feel the same way and know that what comes next will be our best offering yet.”
Michael Faley, Metal Blade A&R, also commented:
“It is an honor to have UNEARTH back in the Metal Blade family. Our history with the band includes some truly incredible moments in this label’s catalog. Reconnecting with them now, at a time when both the band and the label have grown so much, is a massive win. We’ve always believed in their vision, and we’re honored to be the ones helping them tell the next chapter of their story. A new Storm is coming!”
Furthermore, Unearth have also announced new deals with management company AISAmusic and European booking agency Cobra. Phipps added the following about those new arrangements:
“We are excited to team up with AISAmusic for a new era of Unearth. Simon Füllemann has been a friend, peer, and colleague of ours for almost 25 years, while Bradley Zorgdrager has proven to be an ally in this business in the few short years we’ve known him. With new music, tours, and partnerships coming, we are eager to get in the studio and back on the road to riff with you all.”
“We want to thank the good people at Cobra Agency for bringing us onto their killer roster for Europe and Asia. We look forward to spending a lot of time on the road with you all, starting this summer with a European festival and club run.”
Layman also chimed in:
“We couldn’t be happier to join the AISAmusic team for management. Heading down a new path with Simon and Bradley at our side has instantly had a positive impact, and we know it’s only the beginning. Their professionalism, knowledge, experience, and level of planning gives us the best opportunity to be successful moving forward.”
“We are incredibly proud to announce our partnership with Cobra Agency for booking throughout Europe and Asia. One of the best parts about being in a band is sharing your art while visiting incredible places around the world. We know that working with Cobra Agency gives us the best opportunity to continue doing this.”
Tour Dates:
07/25 Budapest, HUN – Barba Negra (feat. In Flames)
07/31 Goldenstedt, GER – Afdreiht Un Buten Festival
08/01 Löbnitz, GER – Full Rewind Festival
08/03 MIlan, ITA – Magnolia Open Air (feat. Of Mice & Men)
08/04 Zurich, SWI – Dynamo (feat. Of Mice & Men)
08/05 Jaromer, CZE – Brutal Assault Festival
08/07 Linz, AUT – Frischluft Open Air (feat. The Ghost Inside)
08/13 Carhaix, FRA – Motocultor Festival
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