Slaughter to Prevail Announces Breakup, Marking the End of a Decade of Brutal Dominance in Deathcore Scene
June 3, 2025 – Moscow, Russia — In a move that has shocked fans across the global metal community, Russian deathcore titans Slaughter to Prevail have officially announced their disbandment, bringing an end to their career after nearly a decade of redefining the genre with their relentless aggression, theatrical stage presence, and iconic vocals.
The announcement came via a statement posted to the band’s official social media accounts earlier today. In the message, frontman Alex Terrible (Alexandr Shikolai) expressed gratitude to fans while citing personal and creative differences, burnout from constant touring, and a collective desire among members to pursue individual projects.
> “It’s with heavy hearts we announce that Slaughter to Prevail has come to an end. We’ve given this everything we have for almost ten years, but the time has come for us to go our separate ways. This band changed our lives, and we are forever thankful to our fans, our team, and everyone who supported us through the chaos,” the post read.
The band, known for their brutal sound, technical musicianship, and the use of terrifying “demonic” masks, first gained international recognition with their 2016 EP Chapters of Misery and cemented their status with the release of Misery Sermon (2017) and Kostolom (2021). Their unique blend of Russian and English lyrics, devastating breakdowns, and Alex Terrible’s signature guttural growls made them a standout act in the deathcore resurgence of the late 2010s and early 2020s.
Despite recent signs of internal tension and a noticeably scaled-back touring schedule in early 2025, fans remained hopeful for a new album, especially after teasers hinted at new material. However, sources close to the band now confirm that those plans were quietly shelved in April.
Band members have not yet announced specific plans for future endeavors, though Alex Terrible is expected to continue his solo vocal and fitness content, which has built a massive following on YouTube and social media. Guitarist Jack Simmons and drummer Evgeny Novikov are also rumored to be working on new musical collaborations in and outside of the metal scene.
The breakup marks the end of one of the most visually striking and sonically punishing bands of the modern deathcore era. Fans worldwide are already expressing grief and appreciation across platforms, celebrating the band’s legacy with clips, tribute art, and live footage.
While Slaughter to Prevail may be finished, their impact on extreme music—particularly their ability to bridge Western and Eastern metal communities—will undoubtedly echo for years to come.
—
For fans hoping to relive the chaos one last time, the band has hinted at the possibility of releasing unreleased studio material and live recordings later this year.
