Nile and Cryptopsy Embark on 'The Underworld Awaits' U.S. Tour
On September 12, 2025, Nile and Cryptopsy commenced their co-headlining U.S. tour, "The Underworld Awaits," with a sold-out performance at Chapel of Bones in Raleigh, North Carolina. This marks the beginning of a month-long journey across the United States, culminating on October 11 in Indianapolis, Indiana. The tour also features support from The Last Ten Seconds of Life and Cognitive, adding further depth to an already formidable lineup.
Nile, the American death metal pioneers from Greenville, South Carolina, are promoting their tenth studio album, The Underworld Awaits Us All, released on August 23, 2024, via Napalm Records. The album showcases the band's signature blend of technical and brutal death metal, with contributions from Karl Sanders, George Kollias, Brian Kingsland, and new bassist/vocalist Zach Jeter. Notably, Dan Vadim Von, who had been with the band since 2023, departed prior to the tour to focus on other commitments.
Cryptopsy, the Canadian extreme metal veterans, are touring in support of their latest album, An Insatiable Violence, released on June 20, 2025, through Season of Mist. The band expressed their excitement about the tour, stating, "We are so excited to bring 'An Insatiable Violence' to the United States. It's a pleasure to tour amongst friends and this lineup is incredibly stacked!" Their performance promises to deliver the band's signature blend of brutality and technical prowess.
In addition to Nile and Cryptopsy, the "The Underworld Awaits" tour features two formidable acts: The Last Ten Seconds of Life and Cognitive. The Last Ten Seconds of Life, known for their hellfire and brimstone deathcore, have been delivering intense performances across the U.S., including sold-out shows in Raleigh and Philadelphia. Their upcoming dates include appearances in Leesburg, Brooklyn, and Hampton, showcasing their relentless energy and musical prowess. Meanwhile, Cognitive, the technical death metal architects from New Jersey, are generating buzz with their upcoming cover of Slipknot's "People = Shit," set to release on September 15. Their performances on this tour are expected to highlight their complex compositions and dynamic stage presence. Both bands are contributing significantly to the tour's reputation as a must-see event for extreme metal enthusiasts.
The tour's itinerary includes major cities such as Philadelphia, Brooklyn, and Chicago, offering fans across the country the opportunity to experience these two titans of extreme metal live in concert. Tickets for the remaining shows are available through various platforms, including Nile's official website and Cryptopsy's tour site.
As the tour progresses, fans can anticipate a series of electrifying performances that highlight the evolution of both bands while paying homage to their roots in the extreme metal scene. With their combined legacy and the addition of formidable supporting acts, "The Underworld Awaits" tour is set to be a landmark event in the 2025 metal calendar.
