APOCÆLYPSE is a modern metal band driven by precision, intensity, and a forward-thinking vision. Created and fronted by guitarist-turned-vocalist Ira Black (Vio-lence, I Am Morbid, Dokken), the band marks his debut as a lead singer and primary creative force, writing all music and lyrics. A veteran of the Bay Area thrash legacy with a relentless global touring history, Black pushes into new territory with APOCÆLYPSE—blending aggression, melody, and cinematic scope into a powerful, contemporary sound. Joined by his son, Ira Black IV (classically trained guitar), bassist Matt Snell (former Five Finger Death Punch), and drummer Lonny Pasillas (Kill Devil Hill), the band delivers a dynamic, hard-hitting lineup.
Their debut song, “INTELL-I-GENTS,” is a cyber-industrial anthem exploring AI, surveillance culture, and the cost of convenience, mixed by acclaimed producer Kane Churko (Ozzy Osbourne, Five Finger Death Punch). Mastered by Maor Appelbaum.
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