‘Shadowlight’ on the road

Armed with a brand-new album, Defences are back across England with the incredible Aussie mob Redhook this April, along with rising riffers Eville! Tickets are flying out for this so don’t delay!

Shadowlight

The new album
out now

Let the Shadow Work begin.

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“From lyrics to melodies, and incredible soundscaping. It’s a wonder how they fit all that into ten tracks”
— Distorted Sound
“Shadowlight is a must-listen for metalcore fans”
— Metal Hammer
“On this form, Greatness is absolutely where Defences are headed”
— Metal Epidemic
“One of the bands I am so so excited about”
— Kerrie Cosh, BBC 3CR
“...These guys could yet become metalcore’s newest defenders”
— Kerrang!
“Defences are taking the genre in a new direction”
— Blabbermouth
“singalong choruses reminiscent of Bad Omens and Architects”
— Kerrang!
“Cherry probably has got the most beautiful voice I have ever heard”
— Alyx Holcombe, BBC Radio 1

"Defences skillfully juxtaposes light and dark elements throughout “The Almost”, utilizing contrasting vocal styles and percussion dynamics to convey its narrative" - My Global Mind

"Defences skillfully juxtaposes light and dark elements throughout “The Almost”, utilizing contrasting vocal styles and percussion dynamics to convey its narrative" - My Global Mind

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"The perfect band if you're looking to dip your toes into the rock world" - BBC Radio 1

"The perfect band if you're looking to dip your toes into the rock world" - BBC Radio 1