US doom/sludge metal trio Stonewielder shares new single »Burning Fire«; available now on all major streaming platforms!
St. Louis, Missouri based doom/sludge metal trio Stonewielder shares a brand new single »Burning Fire«, released on January 5th, 2026.
Listen to »Burning Fire« on Spotify and other streaming platforms!
Courtesy of Metal Devastation PR:
Rising doom and sludge metal force Stonewielder return with their soul-crushing EP »The Suffering Ritual«, originally released on September 6, 2025, now receiving renewed attention with the release of the single »Burning Fire« on January 5, 2026.
Forged in slow-moving heaviness and emotional weight, Stonewielder specialize in massive riffs, brooding atmospheres, and cinematic doom-laden songwriting. Drawing influence from High On Fire, Electric Wizard, EyeHateGod, Candlemass, and early sludge metal, the band balance classic doom foundations with modern production and a dynamic, immersive sound.
The EP delivers a punishing yet hypnotic experience, weaving seismic low-end grooves with gritty, soulful vocals and crushing mid-tempo rhythms. Tracks like »Bury Me«, »Suffering«, and the title cut »The Ritual« showcase Stonewielder’s ability to channel raw emotion through towering fuzz, thunderous percussion, and dense sonic weight. The result is a record that feels ritualistic, oppressive, and strangely cathartic, capturing the spirit of doom metal at its most primal.
»The Suffering Ritual« has been praised for its massive riffs, haunting atmosphere, and spellbinding moments of melody, blending Sabbath-worship doom with sludge-soaked aggression and hints of early Mastodon energy. The EP stands as a fully realized statement from a band that understands how to let heaviness breathe without losing intensity.
With the release of »Burning Fire«, Stonewielder continue to push their sound deeper into the abyss, offering another slow-burning slab of doom that reinforces their growing presence in the underground heavy scene.
About Stonewielder:
Formed with the intention of crafting slow-moving, emotionally heavy music, Stonewielder quickly established an identity defined by seismic riffs and brooding, cinematic soundscapes. What began as a small creative project evolved into a fully realized force within the doom scene. Their live performances are marked by dense sonics, controlled intensity, and an atmosphere that pulls listeners into the depths of each narrative.
Mixed and mastered by Gabe Usery at Encapsulated Studios.
Stonewielder is:
Mark Weeks – Guitars, Vocals
Kevin Kirkpatrick – Bass
Dalton Mason – Drums
Bojan Bidovc // music enthusiast, promoter, misanthrop and sometimes a journalist as well