Québec’s rising slam/deathcore force, Discovery Through Torment, has dropped their punishing new single “Lesions”, the first glimpse into their upcoming EP “Telesynthetic Rebirth,” set to release independently on December 5, 2025.
Known for their brutal fusion of slam, blackened deathcore, and sci-fi-infused storytelling, Discovery Through Torment has carved a distinct niche in Canada’s underground metal scene. With “Lesions,” the band delivers a relentless, cinematic experience that marks their boldest evolution yet, introducing a five-piece lineup and a new lyrical direction led by vocalist Alex Desroches, who joined the band in 2023.
“Telesynthetic Rebirth” is a concept-driven EP that plays out like a descent into divine collapse and engineered genocide. The lyrics follow a fictional, video game-inspired narrative where a fallen deity gives way to a new force that abducts humans, reshapes them into telepathic killing machines, and unleashes them in a genocidal conquest of Earth. Musically, the EP alternates between towering, atmospheric tracks and suffocating heaviness, creating a dynamic listening experience that’s both brutal and immersive.
“Telesynthetic Rebirth” launches with “Dethronement,” a sweeping and cinematic opener that heralds the downfall of the Mangled God, a brutal, tyrannical figure defined by torture and violence. This track sets the EP’s epic tone, which pulses throughout the release. The intensity escalates with “Arcane Inception,” a relentlessly heavy and aggressive piece that introduces the rise of a new force, one that begins abducting humanity by targeting the most impressionable, dubbed “malleable respondents.” The third track, “Veil Unfurling,” shifts back into atmospheric territory, pairing a soaring chorus with lyrics laced in clinical, medical-inspired language that romanticize the transformation of captives into telepathic servants. “Lesions” then delivers the EP’s most brutal blow, with rapid-fire vocals and a twisted chorus that warns the remaining humans of their impending doom. The closing track, “First Encounter Assault Regiment,” returns to epic scale, unleashing the full scope of the genocidal plan as telepathic legions march forward. Ending on a cliffhanger, the lyrics hint at a possible regime reversal, leaving the narrative open for future exploration.
The EP also includes two subtle nods to the original F.E.A.R. video game: the final track’s title riffs on the game’s acronym, while “Veil Unfurling” features a hidden line from Paxton Fettel. Interestingly, the lyrics for “Veil Unfurling” were penned during a binge of House M.D., lending them a cold, clinical edge. Most of the synth work was crafted by guitarist Sam in his pyjamas, experimenting with Native Instruments to build the EP’s eerie soundscapes. Instrument tracking was completed in just four days, while vocals were recorded externally and independently to allow for greater precision and emotional depth.
“Telesynthetic Rebirth” follows the band’s acclaimed releases “Divine in Blood” (2020) and “The Mangled God” (2022), which earned them recognition for their uncompromising heaviness and thematic depth. With members known from acts like Deadwood, Fall of Stasis, and Ignominy, Discovery Through Torment brings a wealth of experience and intensity to both studio and stage.
The EP’s artwork, drenched in ominous reds and desolate landscapes, mirrors the sonic and lyrical themes, hinting at the origins of the lone figure at its center and the chaos to come.
Fans of Abominable Putridity, Carnifex, Mental Cruelty, and Lorna Shore will find much to devour in this release. Raw, guttural, and groovy, “Telesynthetic Rebirth” promises a listening experience that’s as devastating in a full spin as it is in a playlist shuffle.
The first single, “Lesions,” can be heard via its visualizer premiere on The Circle Pit YouTube channel at https://youtu.be/ZhKyft6BMts
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Track Listing:
1. Dethronement – (4:36)
2. Arcane Inception – (3:40)
3. Veil Unferling – (4:29)
4. Lesions – (3:35)
5. First Encounter Assault Regiment – (4:19)
Album Length – (20:39)
Album Recording Credits:
• All songs performed by: Discovery Through Torment
• All songs written by: Discovery Through Torment
• Produced by: Discovery Through Torment
• Mixed by: Maxime Lacroix of House of Gain Studio
• Mastered by: Maxime Lacroix of House of Gain Studio
• Album Artwork by: Mark Erskine of Erskine Designs
• Canadian Content (MAPL)
Album Band Line Up:
Charles-Étienne Lafrance – Drums
Samuel Fortin – Guitar
Frédéric Ricard – Guitar
Alexandre Desroche – Vocals
Alexis Lafrance – Bass
Live Band Line Up:
Charles-Étienne Lafrance – Drum
Samuel Fortin – Guitar
Frédéric Ricard – Guitar
Alexandre Desroche – Vocals
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“Discovery Through Torment ont ouvert la soirée avec leur interprétation de pièce Slam/Deathcore. On a été servie avec des Breakdowns crasseux et des grooves de cavernes. Musiciens talentueux et un chanteur qui contrôle très bien les tonalités de haut à très gras. En fait, c’est bien Alex Desroches qui est aussi chanteur de Ignominy. Leur setlist est disponible sur Spotify
Discovery Through Torment opened the evening with their rendition of slam/deathcore tracks. We were treated to grimy breakdowns and cavern grooves. Talented musicians and a singer who masters the tones from high to very fat. In fact, it’s Alex Desroches who is also the singer of Ignominy. Their setlist is available on Spotify” – Ondes Chocs (Kaboom Fest @ Foufounes Électriques, Mtl – September 29 and 30, 2023)
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