The Death Knell for the Judiciary

August 17, 2026

In a matter of weeks, Judiciary—the Texas-based metallic hardcore contenders—will unveil their latest EP, Stalagmite Angels. We’ve already premiered the ferociously brutal lead track “Wall Of Skulls,” and now a new cut titled “Death Knell” arrives. It’s a blazing thrash onslaught with colossal riffs and a hammering, percussion-driven breakdown that drags me back to the raw energy of early Sepultura. You’re probably going to want some space when I’m in that Sepultura mood. The clip for the track was directed by Wes Ellis and bursts with sweaty moshing clips, gun imagery, and plenty of beer. Watch it below.

The Stalagmite Angels EP is out 9/4 on Closed Casket Activities.

Clara Weiss

I write about music as a cultural signal, following the artists, scenes, releases, and movements that shape how people listen today. My work focuses on discovery, context, and the stories behind the sounds that travel beyond borders.