New Signing: IMPERIUM

Heavy Metal Records is proud to announce the signing of rising UK heavy/thrash outfit IMPERIUM, a band rapidly carving out a reputation for power, precision, and uncompromising intensity.

Forging a sound built on crushing riffs, precision grooves, and the ferocity of classic thrash, IMPERIUM deliver a sonic assault driven by commanding, grit-heavy vocals. Their approach is heavy, direct, and undeniably modern—bridging the gap between the genre’s legacy and its future with urgency and purpose.

Hailing from London, UK, the band have spent recent years honing a distinct identity that sets them apart in an increasingly competitive scene. Their breakthrough moment came in 2022, when the release of their debut EP—combined with a series of explosive live performances—earned them a coveted slot at Bloodstock Festival after winning London’s Metal 2 the Masses. That achievement firmly positioned IMPERIUM as one of the UK’s most compelling emerging heavy/thrash acts.

Further cementing their status, the band are endorsed by Gibson/Kramer, aligning their sound with instruments built to match their sheer power and presence.

In August 2025, IMPERIUM officially joined the Heavy Metal Records roster, marking a significant step in their ascent and opening the door to a broader international audience.

With momentum building, the band now set their sights on the release of their highly anticipated debut album in June 2026. Promising a definitive statement of who IMPERIUM are—and a bold indication of where modern thrash is headed—the record is poised to make a serious impact.

Stay tuned for more updates as IMPERIUM prepare to unleash their next chapter.