COLD STEEL Sign To Spinefarm + Release "Blacksmith of Damnation"
Spinefarm is proud to announce the signing of Tampa, Florida’s COLD STEEL. To mark the occasion, the band has unleashed their brand-new single, “Blacksmith of Damnation,” a crushing introduction to their signature brand of aggressive metal, fusing thrash intensity, hardcore grit, and bone-breaking grooves.
Produced by Arthur Rizk (Power Trip, Blood Incantation, Cavalera), “Blacksmith of Damnation” captures the full-throttle chaos and calculated heaviness that define COLD STEEL’s sound. From airtight riffs to anvil-crack percussion, it’s a declaration of war wrapped in razor wire. With “Blacksmith of Damnation,” COLD STEEL takes its place among Florida’s heavy music elite and is just getting started.
Vocalist Jose Menendez comments: "Bear witness to an earth-shattering force that is 'Blacksmith of Damnation'—a harrowing tale of good versus evil, a hunt for salvation, and an unrelenting quest to unveil what lies beyond.
"We’re truly grateful for our team at Spinefarm Records, not just for the opportunity, but for giving us free rein to embrace our creative expression. Thank you to everyone involved in this project, especially to our supporters. We sincerely hope you all enjoy this blistering take on the hero’s journey."
Hailing from Tampa, Florida—ground zero for generations of extreme music—COLD STEEL delivers a relentless fusion of thrash riffs, hardcore breakdowns, and metalcore muscle that they call aggressive metal.
Formed in 2021, the six-piece, consisting of Jose Menendez (vocals), Rafael “Rafi” Carbonell (guitar), Shawn Wallen (guitar), Janpierre Mojica (bass), Rafael Calderon (guitar), and Brandon Thrift (drums), quickly built a following through their explosive early EPs Will of Spiritual Cleansing (2021) and Deeper Into Greater Pain (2023), which featured fan-favorite tracks like “Bad Beat,” “Evil Eye,” and “Full Tilt.”
Their fourth show ever saw them open for Trivium, thanks to a fan poll vote, and since then, they’ve hit stages with the likes of Obituary and Weekend Nachos. Known for their high-intensity performances and no-compromise sound, COLD STEEL now brings their next chapter to life under the Spinefarm banner.
COLD STEEL Live:
6/21 - Brandon, FL @ Florida Rules Fest @ The Noise Box
8/8 - Tampa, FL Supporting Crowbar & Eyehategod @ The Brass Mug
COLD STEEL are:
Jose Menendez - Vocals
Rafael “Rafi” Carbonell - Guitar
Shawn Wallen - Guitar
Janpierre Mojica - Bass
Rafael Calderon - Guitar
Brandon Thrift - Drum
FOLLOW COLD STEEL:
https://www.instagram.com/coldsteelbandfl
About Spinefarm:
Spinefarm represents some of the biggest and most important rock acts in the world. Founded in Finland in 1990, the label established itself as an independent powerhouse for successful European metal acts from Nightwish to Children Of Bodom.
Acquired by UMG in 2002, Spinefarm Music Group is now home to a host of artists that reach millions of fans across the globe and showcases the very best in rock, punk, and metal. From massive metal names such as Bullet For My Valentine (with over 3 billion streams to their name) to alt-rock legends Killing Joke and genre-benders Sleep Token, Spinefarm’s artists are—and always have been—true leaders in their chosen field.
The roster also includes renowned names like Atreyu, Airbourne, Saint Asonia, and While She Sleeps, as well as fast-rising young artists like Dayseeker, Dead Poet Society, Kid Kapichi, BRKN LOVE, and Creeper. Spinefarm, now flanked by associated SMG labels Candlelight (Emperor, Ihsahn, Urne) and Snakefarm (Marty Stuart, Austin Meade, The White Buffalo), has grown from its independent origins into a true global rock powerhouse.
