Employed To Serve – Fallen Star
Spinefarm Records
9,0/10,0
Brief:
Employed To Serve exemplifies heavy metal as more than just music—it’s a way of life. Rising from their roots as local scene stalwarts to arena-ready contenders, they’ve earned their place on the world stage with their upcoming album Fallen Star. Vocalist Justine Jones and guitarist/co-vocalist Sammy Urwin began the band as teenagers, fueled by their love of metal’s traditions and their drive to push boundaries. From the feral mathcore chaos of their early EPs to the career-defining Conquering (2021), they’ve proven themselves lifers on a mission to champion heavy music’s past while shaping its future.
Their third album for Spinefarm, Fallen Star, is a testament to the band’s versatility and ambition. Tracks like “Treachery” unleash blistering metalcore-meets-thrash energy, while the title track incorporates melodic harmonies, synth textures, and soaring hooks. Collaborations with icons like Killswitch Engage’s Jesse Leach and Lorna Shore’s Will Ramos further elevate the record’s diversity, blending old-school influences, nu-metal immediacy, and experimental flourishes. For Justine and Sammy, balancing heaviness with melody challenges them as musicians and reflects their belief in embracing metal’s evolving unity.
Beyond the music, Employed To Serve live their philosophy of Heavy Metal Unity. Their label, Church Road Records, fosters a thriving community of diverse artists, echoing the band’s own journey from DIY beginnings to headlining festivals and sharing stages with giants like Gojira. As they continue to break barriers and expand their reach, Justine and Sammy remain fiercely committed to their craft, playing every show as if it’s their last and inspiring fans with their relentless passion. With Fallen Star, they aim to cement their legacy as one of Britain’s leading lights in heavy metal.
[Edited Press Release]
Tracklist:
- Treachery
- Fallen Star
- Atonement (feat. Will Ramos)
- Breaks Me Down
- Familiar Pain
- Brother, Stand Beside Me
- Now Thy Kingdom Come
- Last Laugh (feat. Serena Cherry)
- Whose Side Are You On? (feat. Jesse Leach)
- The Renegades
- From This Day Forward
Main Focus Tracks:
- Fallen Star
- Atonement (feat. Will Ramos)
- Whose Side Are You On? (feat. Jesse Leach)
- From This Day Forward
Other Recommended Tracks:
- Breaks Me Down
- Brother, Stand Beside Me
- Now Thy Kingdom Come
Line-Up:
Justine Jones – Vocals
Sammy Urwin – Guitar and vocals
David Porter – Guitar
Nathan Pryor – Bass
Casey McHale – Drums
Comments:
Fallen Star is a masterful work that will appeal not only to fans of progressive metalcore but also to those seeking a rewarding musical experience.
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Selected Discography:
Greyer Than You Remember – 2015
The Warmth of a Dying Sun – 2017
Eternal Forward Motion – 2019
Conquering – 2021
Fallen Star – 2025
Photo credit: Bethan Miller