New album, “there is a place for me on earth”, out on March 1st!
DEFOCUS – the dynamic and powerful German metalcore quartet – have carved their niche in the heavy music scene since their formation in 2019. The band was born out of a shared passion for powerful soundscapes, by Jeffrey Uhlmann, Jonas Mahler, Simon Müller and Marcel “Bambam” Heberling.
Following a series of early live performances, DEFOCUS found themselves thrust into an entirely new situation with the global lockdowns of the COVID pandemic. Turning adversity into opportunity, the band seized the time to craft their debut album, “In The Eye Of Death We Are All The Same.” The creative process unfolded through countless virtual meetings and late-night sessions, as each member contributed remotely to shape the raw and intense tracks that would define their sound.
July 2021 marked the release of their debut album, featuring hit singles like “Disease” that resonated strongly with listeners and propelled DEFOCUS into the limelight. Eager to unleash their power on live audiences once more, the band got the chance with a spot at the prestigious “Euroblast Festival” in Cologne. As the world slowly emerged from the grip of the pandemic, DEFOCUS embraced the return to live music, captivating audiences at major events like the “Summer Breeze Open Air” and various festivals and clubs across Germany in 2022. The band’s hunger for the stage intensified, leading them to embark on their first European tour in early 2023, sharing the spotlight with fellow heavyweights Abbie Falls and Necrotted.
Amidst the whirlwind of performances, DEFOCUS took a moment to drop two electrifying singles, “biased” and “let the bond be my grave” at the beginning of 2023. These releases showcased the band’s evolution, offering fans a taste of what´s to come.
The international stage beckoned, and in 2023, DEFOCUS left an indelible mark on the metal community with stellar performances at multiple festivals, such as the “Fajtfest” in the Czech Republic. The band’s reach expanded as they delivered their relentless energy to diverse audiences around the heart of Europe.
Looking ahead, DEFOCUS is gearing up for a monumental chapter in their career. Their highly anticipated second album, “there is a place for me on earth,” is set to be released on March 1st, 2024, emerging in collaboration with the acclaimed producer Vojta Pacesny (Aviana, Abbie Falls, etc.). With a refined sound and a renewed sense of purpose, DEFOCUS is poised to leave an indomitable imprint on the metal landscape, solidifying their position as a force to be reckoned with in the realm of heavy music.
