NEWS RELEASE
Montreal, QC – April 17, 2026
Out Now! NYC Thrashers ANOTHER DEMON EP “As Above So Below” ft. guest James Murphy (Testament, Death, Obituary)
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L-R – Frank Tosi – Lead Guitars, Dave English – Drums, Max Capshaw – Vocals, Jun Takeshita – Lead Guitars
Photo Credit: Another Demon
NYC’s rising thrash force Another Demon has announced the official re‑release of their debut EP “As Above So Below,” out now as of April 18th, 2026, via Ragebreed Records, with global digital distribution through Earache Records. Originally issued independently, the EP now returns with expanded reach and renewed momentum, cementing the band’s fast‑growing presence in the modern thrash landscape.
The re‑release also spotlights a major highlight from the original EP: a guest appearance by legendary guitarist James Murphy (Testament, Death, Obituary) on the track “Drawn and Quartered.” Murphy’s contribution adds a historic stamp of extreme‑metal pedigree to the band’s already razor‑sharp sound.
Another Demon describes their sonic identity in five words: Powerful, Fast, Aggressive, Thrashing, Evil. The band believes the EP’s wider release will resonate strongly with new listeners:
“Those who haven’t heard it yet will feel instantly familiar with what we do, and instantly want more,” comments guitarist Frank Tosi.
Crafted through years of dormant ideas and revived creative drive, “As Above So Below” blends classic thrash roots with atmospheric tension, horror‑driven storytelling, and a modern edge. The band’s goal is to give fans a listening experience that connects both on the surface and on a deeper, more cathartic level.
The six tracks on “As Above So Below” form a cohesive descent into horror, dystopia, and spiritual unraveling, each offering a different facet of the band’s dark, aggressive vision. From the frantic Evil Dead–inspired chaos of “Reduced to Ash” to the crushing crisis‑of‑faith intensity of “Deaf Gods,” the EP moves through relentless riff‑driven aggression with “Skull Vessel” before hitting its standout moment, “Drawn and Quartered,” featuring a blistering guest performance from metal icon James Murphy. The atmosphere shifts into ominous, cinematic territory with “War March,” a ritualistic march into looming destruction, before the title track “As Above So Below” ties the record together through themes of duality, chaos, and spiritual inversion.
Formed in 2023, Another Demon is built from decades of collective experience across the NY/NJ/CT heavy‑music scene. Max Capshaw (Bass/Vocals) is known for his work with Sick of It All, H2O, Murphy’s Law, Burn, and more. Max brings a hardcore pedigree and commanding vocal presence. Frank Tosi (Lead Guitar) is the primary songwriter for the EP, shaping the band’s tight, riff‑forward thrash identity. Jun Takeshita (Lead Guitar) blends 80s thrash with Japanese punk/metal intensity, expanding the band’s melodic and technical range. Dave English (Drums), the engine of the band, delivers precision, power, and dynamic rhythmic control.
“The more we’ve played together, the deeper our musical bond has grown. We’ve become a unit that knows how to read each other extremely well,” adds Tosi.
With the EP’s global re‑release, Another Demon is preparing to push further into the U.S. metal circuit. Their next full‑length album is already in development, promising an even broader and more collaborative expression of the band’s identity.
“We write these songs to satisfy our personal tastes and hope the fans appreciate that. The full‑length will show even more of our mutual personality and the best of our brand,” says Tosi.
Recommended for fans of Slayer, Testament, Exodus, Overkill, and Immortal, “As Above So Below” is available on the following platforms.
Single Stream – Drawn and Quartered ft. James Murphy (Testament, Death, Obituary) – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F7m8elmZ2H8
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Add to your Spotify Playlist – https://open.spotify.com/artist/3kNaNyl0Lcp2NffXJUwjT6?si=SbY0-uwdTE6jlNyjTIRDJA
Bandcamp – https://anotherdemon.bandcamp.com/album/as-above-so-below
Ragebreed Online Store – https://www.ragebreedstore.net/
Show Dates:
April 18 – Hudson Valley Thrash Bash – Rock Fantasy – Middletown, NY (EP Release Show)
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Track Listing:
1. Reduced To Ash – 3:13
2. Deaf Gods – 3:05
3. Skull Vessel – 1:49
4. Drawn and Quartered ft. James Murphy (Testament, Death, Obituary) – 5:42
5. War March – 5:44
6. As Above So Below – 5:45
EP Length: 25:20
EP Band Line Up:
Max Capshaw – Vocals / Bass
Frank Tosi – Lead Guitars
Jun Takeshita – Lead Guitars
Frank Vaturina – Session Drums
Live Band Line Up:
Max Capshaw – Vocals
Frank Tosi – Lead Guitars
Jun Takeshita – Lead Guitars
Fred Romer – Bass Guitar
Dave English – Drums
More info: https://linktr.ee/another_demon_official
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“Another Demon is some of the best new Thrash Death out there. Glad to be a part of it. The music shreds and crushes!” – James Murphy of Death/Testament/Obituary/Cancer
“Frank writes great metal. Full of shredding evil guitars and catchy songwriting. I could listen to this all day!” – Karl Sanders of Nile
“The balance and brilliance of the four murderous musicians in Another Demon is outstanding. If you love Slayer, Testament, Overkill or Exodus, you’ll hear nods to the greats throughout As Above So Below. It’s a credit to the band — they’ve thrown everything into this release to ensure its place in horror-themed thrash metal. Did I mention James Murphy makes a guest appearance? I know I did… I just wanted to tell you again. I’m a huge James Murphy fan, in case you couldn’t tell. As Above So Below by Another Demon is an absolute must for anyone who loves metal — whether it’s speed, thrash, death or doom. Pick your poison. Put it in your ears and you’ll be bouncing off the walls in no time. My overall thoughts? Fucking loved it. Powerful. Fast. Aggressive. Thrashing. Evil. Five words. No arguments.” – Crannk
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