Groove metal progenitors Exhorder officially got back together around this time last year (read Decibel‘s interview on the topic) and spoke about the possibility of new music. This morning, Nuclear Blast announced that Exhorder has officially joined their roster.

“The excitement level of Exhorder being in contract negotiations once again is higher for us than we can express,” vocalist Kyle Thomas said in a statement. “Coming to an agreement with Nuclear Blast has inspired us to bring our writing to new heights. People still want to hear this band, as was evident in the reaction to our performances in 2018. Nuclear Blaststrongly wants to help facilitate this venture, and for that we are truly excited and grateful. I am looking forward to seeing what we can make happen together over the next few years. The roster at Nuclear Blast speaks for itself, as well as the presence of Monte Conner andJaap Wagemaker on the team. Be on the lookout, because Exhorder is heading your way once again!”

“What an incredible honor it is to be added to the Nuclear Blast family!” added guitarist Vinnie LaBella. “We’ve had such a great year already, and now this! We are so proud and could not be in better company moving forward. We are excited for the future. We realize we turned in a couple of classics back in the day and it’s been 27 years since we released our last record. And while those past successes are notable, we feel in our hearts like this new record will be our first record, and we couldn’t have a better partner in NB to bring it to you. New management, New line up, new label, new record, new Exhorder!”

Exhorder will perform at Decibel Metal & Beer Fest: Philly 2019, their first time in the city in 27 years. Tickets are on sale now. For even more Exhorder, read Decibel‘s exhaustive Hall of Fame story featuring interviews with all members who performed on Slaughter in the Vatican.