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Forged in Indianapolis, Indiana, Veilcaste has spent the better part of fifteen years crafting music that is as //emotionally weighty as it is sonically crushing. Emerging from the band's earlier incarnation as Conjurer, Veilcaste represents both an evolution in identity and a continued commitment to writing immersive, riff-driven doom and sludge that resonates long after the final note fades.
Drawing from the bleak atmosphere of traditional doom, the raw power of sludge metal, and the expansive dynamics of post-metal, Veilcaste creates songs that balance massive, earth-shaking riffs with moments of haunting melody and introspection. Their music explores themes of personal struggle, perseverance, loss, and the complexities of the human experience, delivering a sound that is both punishing and deeply reflective.
The band's previous full-length, Precipice, showcased their ability to weave towering heaviness with thoughtful songwriting, earning praise throughout the underground doom community and further establishing them as one of the Midwest's standout heavy acts.
Now entering a new chapter, Veilcaste has partnered with Louisville, Kentucky-based Third House Communications to support the release of their upcoming album, Hellward. The collaboration marks the band's most ambitious campaign to date as they continue expanding their reach while remaining true to the uncompromising sound that has defined them since their inception.
Whether commanding a stage with their thunderous live performance or constructing dense, emotionally charged studio recordings, Veilcaste continues to push forward with unwavering authenticity, proving that the heaviest music can also be among the most human.
Veilcaste Also announced a couple of shows for the release around the first weekend of September.
9/4/26 Indianapolis, In at Black Circle with Lexington based Crop, Cincinnati based Lordship and Indianapolis based Thorr-Axe
9/5/26 Cincinnatti, Oh with Lexington based Crop and Cincinnatti based Lordship
These shows are going to be absolute rippers!
Thanks to Veilcaste and Third House Communications we're excited to premiere the heavy as hell new single and video for CHAINS for the upcoming new album HELLWARD:
Veilcaste Lineup
Chris Cruz - Drums
Dustin Mendel - Vocals
T Garrett O’Sha - Guitar
John Rau - Guitar & Vocals
Gabe Whitcomb - Bass
Additional Instrumentation
Carl Byers - Keys on Altar of Ecstasy, 12 String & Feedback on Vore
Chris Cruz - Guitar Solo on Embedded
John Rau - Keys & 12 String on Anchored, Shaker on Hellward, Classical on I am the Guillotine
HELLWARD is available for pre-order now on CD, Digital Download, Tape and Vinyl which will be released on September 04th 2026 via Third House Communications.
Thanks to Tom at Third House Communications for all of the details.
