Unearth are an American metalcore band from Boston, Massachusetts, formed in 1998. Emerging from the influential Massachusetts metal scene, the band helped define the New Wave of American Heavy Metal by combining the precision of melodic death metal with the aggression of hardcore punk and the power of thrash metal. Their relentless touring, technical musicianship, and uncompromising live performances have made them one of the most respected names in modern metalcore.
Since their formation, Unearth have remained a driving force within heavy music, consistently delivering albums packed with intricate guitar work, crushing breakdowns, and memorable songwriting. Their blend of European melodic death metal influences and American hardcore energy has inspired countless bands while earning them a loyal international following.
Unearth combine metalcore, melodic death metal, thrash metal, and hardcore punk into a powerful and technically accomplished sound. Twin-guitar harmonies, razor-sharp riffs, soaring solos, thunderous drumming, and Trevor Phipps' distinctive vocals create music that is both brutally heavy and highly melodic.
Drawing influence from both the Gothenburg melodic death metal scene and classic American thrash, Unearth have continually evolved while remaining true to the intensity and energy that established their reputation.
The Stings of Conscience (2001) – debut studio album introducing Unearth's signature blend of melodic death metal, hardcore, and technical metalcore.
The Oncoming Storm (2004) – breakthrough album featuring some of the band's best-known songs and establishing Unearth as one of the leading forces in American metalcore.
III: In the Eyes of Fire (2006) – heavier and darker than its predecessor, showcasing increasingly technical songwriting and devastating guitar work.
The March (2008) – fan favourite release balancing melodic hooks, crushing breakdowns, and relentless thrash-inspired riffing.
Darkness in the Light (2011) – hard-hitting studio album reinforcing the band's reputation for precision, intensity, and memorable songwriting.
The Wretched; The Ruinous (2023) – latest studio album demonstrating that Unearth remain at the forefront of modern metalcore with powerful songwriting and uncompromising aggression.
Unearth are regarded as one of the defining bands of the New Wave of American Heavy Metal and one of the architects of modern metalcore. Their combination of technical musicianship, melodic guitar work, and crushing heaviness has influenced generations of heavy bands while earning them enduring respect across the global metal community.
Fans of As I Lay Dying, Killswitch Engage, and Shadows Fall will likely appreciate Unearth's blend of melodic death metal, thrash, and uncompromising metalcore.
All Unearth releases we carry are official physical formats only, focusing on CD and vinyl editions sourced from authorised labels and distributors.
We are also actively trying to source official Unearth T-shirts and hoodies as soon as possible, so keep your eyes peeled for future additions.
Unearth are credited as one of the Big Four of the New Wave of American Heavy Metal movement, helping shape the Melodic Metalcore genre, so if you fancy exploring more like-minded artists, have a look through our METALCORE category. You might also like to read our blog on the different subgenres of Metal.
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