UK stoner/doom metal quartet Dead Monarchs premiere new single »The Retributor«

England, UK based stoner/doom metal quartet Dead Monarchs premiere their new single »The Retributor«, released on August 15th, 2025.

“A song about an undying, biological-cybernetic being, wandering the eternal cosmos with only one plight… to rid the universe of evil.”

Veterans of the UK & European underground DIY music scene, Dead Monarchs began writing music together in 2020 in Leeds. Crafting a truly unique brand of metal, the band take firm influence from 70s and 80s rock, heavy metal, hardcore punk, stoner, doom and prog to create a mix of infectious melody and groove, laden with crushing riffs, mouth watering hooks and ravenous aggression. Now four years from their inception, Dead Monarchs look to forge an almighty impact upon the world of rock following the release of their debut album »Titan«, out on July 5th, 2024.

Written and performed by Dead Monarchs.
Recorded and In Heart Studios Ltd, Newcastle by and mixed by Kevin McGonnell.
Mastered by Jason Sanderson.

Dead Monarchs are:
Al Mancrief – Vocals, Bass
Kevin McGonnell – Drums
Adam Marshall – Guitar
Will Grinder – Guitar

Bojan Bidovc // music enthusiast, promoter, misanthrop and sometimes a journalist as well