Los Angeles doom metal outfit Sea of Snakes have released their crushing new single “Behind The Mask,” out now on all streaming platforms.
The track serves as the first preview of the band’s upcoming EP Magmantus, scheduled for release April 2.
Built on sludgy, riff-driven foundations, “Behind The Mask” blends the weight of doom metal with the grit of stoner rock and flashes of ’90s heaviness. Driven by pounding drums, thick low-end and melodic yet powerful vocals, the song delivers a dark and confrontational atmosphere that reflects the band’s evolving sound.
Lyrically, the track explores themes of hypocrisy and false virtue — questioning the figures people blindly idolize and the moral façades that often hide self-serving intentions.
Formed in Los Angeles in 2021 by guitarist Jim McCloskey, Sea of Snakes quickly established themselves in the underground heavy scene. The band debuted with the EP World on Fire, and after several lineup changes solidified with:
Line Up:
Jim McCloskey – Guitar
Greg Noriega – Bass
Chris Lowbridge – Drums
Jason Busiek – Vocals
“Behind The Mask” offers the first glimpse of the band’s upcoming EP Magnamantus, a release that further expands their sonic approach while staying grounded in heavy, riff-driven songwriting.
Listen to the single here: Spotify | BandCamp
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