Defying Decay Drop Long-Awaited New Album "Synthetic Sympathy"

DEFYING DECAY, the Bangkok-based alternative metal sextet, have today self-released their long-awaited new album, “Synthetic Sympathy”. A fourteen-track record that spans continents in its creation and ambition, “Synthetic Sympathy” charts a course through systemic corruption, fractured identity, and the relentless human instinct to survive - set against a sonic backdrop that draws on orchestral arrangement, metalcore, hip-hop, and electronica without apology.

“Synthetic Sympathy” was recorded across Bangkok, London’s Abbey Road Studios, Los Angeles’ NRG Studios, and Sydney, and features a full Thai orchestra alongside an international roster of collaborators. It was mixed by Zakk Cervini (Bring Me the Horizon, Sum 41, Waterparks) at MDDN Studio in Los Angeles, with mastering by the legendary Ted Jensen (Metallica, Tool, Linkin Park) at Sterling Sound in Nashville. Executive production across the record is handled by Jay P. Euarchukiati, the band’s vocalist, guitarist, and primary architect.

Speaking about the album, Euarchukiati shares: “Synthetic Sympathy is the most honest thing we've ever made. It's about the world we're actually living in - the harshness and the softness, the chaos and the beauty that somehow exist side by side. We wanted to make something that felt real, something loud, but also something that connects beyond the noise. After 15 years, this album is us finally saying exactly what we feel - no filter”.

To celebrate the release of the record, the sextet have shared their brand new single “RX Regicide”, featuring the unmistakable vocals of Kellin Quinn (Sleeping With Sirens). “RX Regicide” showcases a sophisticated evolution in the band’s sound. Combining heavy, rhythmic riffs with atmospheric electronics, the track creates a frantic yet melodic backdrop for a vocal duel between the band’s signature grit and Quinn’s soaring, emotive range.

“Working with Kellin was a natural fit for the direction we’re taking” says the band “We wanted to create something that felt both nostalgic and futuristic - a track that hits hard but stays with you long after the final note”.