Death metal force CARNATION return to their DEATH METAL roots with relentless new single “Flesh-Eating Frenzy" and new album ‘Symphony In Flesh’.
Death metal band CARNATION return sharper, heavier, and more focused than ever. Today, they unveil their new single “Flesh-Eating Frenzy”, alongside a high-impact video, and announce their fourth full-length album, ‘Symphony In Flesh’, set for release on October 16th, 2026. Flesh-Eating Frenzy If you’re looking for a pure example of old-school Death Metal energy, this track delivers exactly that. It’s the shortest song on Symphony In Flesh, but also one of the fastest and most relentless, packed with shredding guitars, intense D-beats, and vocals driven by sheer anger and hatred. Fans of Obituary, Entombed, Bloodbath, Cannibal Corpse etc will not be disappointed.
Lyrically and video: the main character gains insight into others’ thoughts and experiences by consuming parts of their bodies. The song takes this concept into darker territory, reimagining it through the lens of a serial killer obsessed with experiencing life through others.
With ‘Symphony In Flesh’, CARNATION consciously reconnect with what made them stand out in the first place: tight songwriting, memorable riffs, and uncompromising intensity. At the same time, they elevate every aspect of their craft. The songwriting is more deliberate, the arrangements more dynamic, and the overall flow more cohesive than ever before.
The album doesn’t just revisit their roots, it sharpens them. It combines the raw energy of their early material with the experience and production strength they’ve built over time, resulting in a record that feels both immediate and fully realized. Lyrically, the album remains vivid and focused. The title track, “Symphony In Flesh,” explores the mind of a serial killer through disturbing, detailed imagery. “Twisted Visions” confronts modern addiction and its psychological grip, while “Legacy of the Forefathers” expands into an ambitious near 12- minute closer, pushing the band’s songwriting further without losing its impact.
“Going into this album, we wanted to reconnect with our roots. Not just musically, but in the way we present the band,” CARNATION states. “At the same time, we pushed ourselves to write tighter, stronger songs and to bring everything -sound and visuals- to a higher level. This is the most complete version of CARNATION so far.
In honor of the new album, CARNATION is playing one exclusive release show in Flanders this year. This takes place on November 7, 2026, at Zappa Antwerp. Fans can expect an intense evening full of brutal riffs and unforgettable moments. This is the moment to experience the band in full glory once again. CARNATION IS BACK!
Album tracklist:
01. Blackmouth
02. Flesh-Eating Frenzy
03. Symphony in Flesh
04. Kingdom of Dreams
05. Labyrinth of Silence
06. Towards Death
07. Twisted Visions
08. Boundless Pathways
09. Legacy of the Forefathers
Blending raw aggression with sharper songwriting and a more defined visual identity, “Symphony In Flesh” captures CARNATION at a crucial point: back to their core, but evolved in every direction that matters.
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