The Highest Level CD Digipak

Prepare yourself for a no-holds-barred assault with The Highest Level from Tokyo’s DEFILED—a full-length album that delivers straightforward, bone-crushing death metal with uncompromising authenticity. Eschewing all frills, this record speaks directly to old-school fans who demand nothing less than face-melting violence.

Released on April 28, 2023, and featuring stunning artwork by Wes Benscoter, The Highest Level stays true to the traditional death metal formula. Gritty songwriting and searing riffs drive the relentless pace throughout the 15-track journey. From the explosive opener "Off-Limits" (02:45) to the frenetic bursts of "Stealth" (03:12) and the title track "The Highest Level" (03:18), every song is engineered to shatter complacency and ignite raw aggression.

Tracks like "Warmonger" (02:39), "Demonization" (03:31), and "Inquisition" (03:39) showcase DEFILED's unyielding commitment to pure, visceral brutality. The album closes with the brief yet impactful "The Speech" (00:34), a final statement that leaves nothing to the imagination.

With The Highest Level, DEFILED reaffirms their position as one of Tokyo's most uncompromising purveyors of death metal—delivering an album that's as authentic as it is devastating. Whether you're a veteran of the scene or a newcomer seeking the true essence of traditional death metal, this record is guaranteed to leave a lasting, indelible mark