Canadian extremists STRAPPING YOUNG LAD have returned with The New Black, a stunningly well-defined and more diverse effort that is soon to be a landmark in the epic pantheon of heavy metal. The much anticipated new album is set for a July 11th release and the group, led by singer, songwriter and producer Devin Townsend, have redefined their sound, creating what is soon to be the definitive offering of their already stellar career. SYL recently shot a new video for the track “Wrong Side” with renowned director David Brodsky (God Forbid, The Red Chord). Look for the clip to make its Fuse and MTV2 debut late next month.

“STRAPPING YOUNG LAD continues pushing brutal metal to the very edge of complete chaos.”
--Billboard

“STRAPPING YOUNG LAD’s industrial thrash sound has been largely perfected.”
--Decibel

“The sonic maelstrom that is STRAPPING YOUNG LAD exists as an outfit unto itself. An accurate comparison truly cannot be made.”
--Metal Maniacs

"STRAPPING YOUNG LAD's utterly psychotic brand of metal has been taken to new extremes."
--Revolver