PRO-PAIN: neue Single “Scorched Earth” + Lyric Video
“And so it begins…”: Hardcore juggernauts PRO-PAIN share the third single from their upcoming album, Stone Cold Anger, out May 15, 2026 via Napalm Records.
“Scorched Earth” sets the tone for the future, accompanied by heavy riffs, catchy guitars, and sing-alongs. A sinister yet fiercely anthemic track, “Scorched Earth” is a pummeling demonstration of power, perfectly fitting for the band’s first album in 11 years. PRO-PAIN are back—and they stayed on top of their heavy game!
Gary Meskil about "Scorched Earth":
"Scorched Earth explores what happens when ordinary people are pushed to their breaking point. Drawing inspiration from films such as the 1990s Michael Douglas drama Falling Down, the lyrics examine how pressure, frustration, and a sense of powerlessness can build over time. The song speaks to themes of reckoning, consequence, and the desire for genuine accountability".
Watch the Official Lyric Video for “Scorched Earth” HERE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1cMzJ8CVjEI
Legendary New York hardcore juggernauts PRO-PAIN make their debut on Napalm Records with their sixteenth studio album, Stone Cold Anger, out on May 15, 2026. Their first release in eleven years showcases the band’s explosive energy in its purest form: Stone Cold Anger unfolds heavy, angry, and ready as ever—proving PRO-PAIN haven’t lost even an ounce of strength. An exceptionally catchy offering, the new album fortifies its groovy melodies and stirring guitar riffs with furious and inciting, anthemic vocals, turning the ten new songs into worthy follow-ups to their 3.5M-stream hit “Voice Of Rebellion” (2015).
Stone Cold Anger is an enthralling, memorable, and triumphant milestone for PRO-PAIN, and an impressive demonstration of power. See you in the pit!
Gary Meskil about Stone Cold Anger:
“Thank you to our fans worldwide for 35 years of unwavering support. After a decade away from the recording studio, we return with Stone Cold Anger—an album forged from global tension and the rising demand for accountability.”
Order your copy of Stone Cold Anger NOW: https://napalmrecords.com/pro-pain
The highly anticipated new album (which features the return of former guitarist Eric Klinger) opens up with the punishing “Oceans Of Blood”, an energetic and captivating track which confirms once again that the hardcore icons have not lost one bit of their relentless anger in the last 35 years. The title track abruptly commences with soaring melodic guitars acting as sirens around frontman and bassist Gary Meskil’s commanding barks. Aptly named “March Of The Giants” is just that, a show of brute force layered upon an ever-so-heavy groove-laden foundation. “Uncle Sam Wants You!” displays a more rock ’n’ roll attitude, complete with a driving bass line and distinct social commentary; the raw and honest vibe continues throughout “Demonic Intervention” and “Rinse & Repeat”. Meskil’s raspy shouts fill the melodies of “Hell Or High Water” before PRO-PAIN forge onward and into the anthemic “Scorched Earth”—fiercely belting “And so it begins…” The following track, “Jonestown Punch”, galvanizes with stirring, up-tempo two-steps before “Sky’s The Limit” rounds off the album with catchy sing-along choruses.
Stone Cold Anger tracklisting:
1. Oceans Of Blood
2. Stone Cold Anger
3. March Of The Giants
4. Uncle Sam Wants You!
5. Demonic Intervention
6. Rinse & Repeat
7. Hell or High Water
8. Scorched Earth
9. Jonestown Punch
10. Sky’s the Limit
Stone Cold Anger will be available in the following formats:
LP Gatefold Splatter White/Black, incl. A3 Poster (Napalm Records Mailorder exclusive)
LP Gatefold Solid Orange (retail GSA exclusive)
1 CD Digipak
Digital Album
PRO-PAIN LIVE 2026
13.05.2026 DE - Essen / Turock
14.05.2026 DE - Osnabrück / Bastard Club
15.05.2026 NL - Alkmaar / HAL25 Herrie Festival
16.05.2026 BE - Halle / Skallyfest
22.05.2026 DE - Loburg / Wir Leben Laut Festival
23.05.2026 BE - Malle / Kemphe Onderstroom
05.06.2026 NL - Emmen / Pitfest
06.06.2026 NL - Tilburg / Little Devil
12.06.2026 DE - Leipzig / Red Bull Arena
13.06.2026 DE - Leipzig / Red Bull Arena
14.06.2026 DE - Kassel / Goldgrube
19.06.2026 DE - Fehrbellin / Protzen Open Air Festival
20.06.2026 DE - Lubeck /Riders Cafe
26.06.2026 PL - Szczecin / Hells Bells Festival
27.06.2026 SE - Avesta / Krylbomangel Festival
02.07.2026 CZ - Trutnov / Obscene Extreme Festival
03.07.2026 DE - Frankfurt / Deutsche Bank Park
04.07.2026 DE - Frankfurt / Deutsche Bank Park
10.07.2026 DE - Cologne / MTC-Club
11.07.2026 DE - Gelsenkirchen / Veltins Arena Adenauer Allee
16.07.2026 DE - Nottertal-Heilinger Hohen / G.O.N.D. Festival
17.07.2026 DE - Marienberg / Rock Auf Dem Berg Festival
18.07.2026 DE - Marburg / KFZ Marburg
24.07.2026 DE - Munich / Free & Easy Festival
25.07.2026 CZ - Olomouc / Pod Parou Festival
21.08.2026 DE - Schmelz / Heartcore Island Open Air Festival
22.08.2026 DE - Freiburg / Crash
29.08.2026 DE - Wallesau / Wallesau Ist Blau Festival
14.11.2026 NL - Eindhoven / Helldorado Festival
21.11.2026 NL - Eindhoven / Revolution Calling Festival
PRO-PAIN is:
Gary Meskil – Bass, Vocals
Jonas Sanders – Drums
Greg Discenza – Lead Guitar
Eric Klinger – Rhythm Guitar
PRO-PAIN online:
http://www.pro-pain.com
Quelle: NAPALM RECORDS