Huddersfield, England-based thrash metal band Evile have announced a new line-up, as well as plans to record their fifth full-length studio album and follow-up to 2013’s Skull.

“The new album is fully written, we’re ready to hit the studio, and we are currently working on a record deal. I will be taking over as the band’s frontman / vocalist while also staying on lead guitar. We’re also happy to announce our new member and rhythm guitarist is Adam Smith from RipTide; a band and friends local to us. Please give him a warm welcome!

“The new material is in a much more aggressive vein as it feels like the natural progression for Evile; my vocal style is a much less melodic approach. We have the song titles, album title, and art confirmed and there will be an announcement soon!”

Evile’s full line-up is as follows:

Ol Drake (vocals and lead guitar)
Adam Smith (rhythm guitar, RipTide)
Joel Graham (bass, ex-Rise To Addiction)
Ben Carter (drums)