Black Pestilence

Black Pestilence is a Canadian blackened punk/black ‘n’ roll force hailing from Calgary, Alberta. Since forming in 2007, this one-man project-turned-full-band (spearheaded by vocalist/guitarist Valax) has carved out a gnarly niche with its chaotic blend of raw black metal, punk aggression, and sneaky electronic flourishes. Known for their DIY ethos and high-energy live shows, they’ve dropped a torrent of albums like *Chaotic Wisdom* and *Hail the Flesh*, pairing venomous anti-religious themes and social commentary with riff-driven bedlam. Their sound—think midnight motorcycle rallies meets basement-show chaos—has earned them cult status while touring extensively across North America and Europe. Recent releases like *Cyber Disarray* and *Mortal Rift* keep doubling down on their signature scuzzy rebellion, proving they’re still hellbent on melting faces and defying genres.