Dutch death metal veterans Sinister are back with a vengeance.
The legendary band have unleashed their brand-new single, “The Strangulation,” the first taste of their upcoming fifteenth studio album, Lucid Nightmares, which is set for release on November 13, 2026.
“The Strangulation” delivers exactly what fans have come to expect from Sinister: relentless speed, crushing riffs, brutal vocals and memorable hooks, while blending the raw aggression of the band’s early years with the heavier, more modern sound they have developed throughout their career.
According to Sinister mastermind Adrie, the new track represents the band at their most uncompromising.
“Get ready for ‘The Strangulation.’ This track is 100% pure Sinister. We’ve fused the raw energy of our early days with the crushing power of modern Sinister. Expect nothing less than the signature brutality, relentless speed, and unforgettable song hooks that define our sound. This is our trademark—evolved and heavier than ever. Are you ready?”
With nearly four decades of death metal behind them, Sinister have continued to evolve without abandoning the brutal foundation that made them one of the Netherlands’ most respected extreme metal acts.
“The Strangulation” suggests that Lucid Nightmares could be another devastating chapter in the band’s long-running career.
Fans can listen to Sinister’s new single now and get a first taste of what is coming on Lucid Nightmares.
Listen to “The Strangulation” on YouTube below:
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Lucid Nightmares
Sinister’s fifteenth studio album, Lucid Nightmares, arrives November 13, 2026.
Tracklisting:
“Outburst Of Violence”
“Malignant Disaster”
“Bathing In Acid”
“Defenestration”
“Purity Of Demonization”
“The Strangulation”
“Remains Of The Femur”
“Cro Magnon Liberatus”
“Deranged By Desecration”
“The Crawling Hunger”
