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Ferocious post-deathcore act BURIAL PATH present their latest single “A Display of Penance”. The unfaltering brutality of this shadowy offering sees the band present a haunting sonic display of enduring struggles with mental illness.
An introspective and raw track, lyrically “A Display of Penance” draws upon parasitic imagery to illustrate the ongoing and often repeating nature of depression. BURIAL PATH craft an eerie atmosphere that bleeds through the single’s crushing instrumental arrangement.
Vocalist Maya Pobst shares, “‘A Display of Penance’ is a song about mental health and how it can latch on like a psychological parasite. Most of the song is from the parasite’s perspective, finding its new victim to latch onto and corrupt from the inside.” Pobst continues, “Over time, the host almost finds comfort in the familiarity of the Parasite despite the great deal of pain it’s causing. As we move into the interlude and verse 2, the host has decided to fight back against its mental oppressor and seeks to destroy it, only for it to eventually come back and be ever so present by the end of the song. To me this represents the cyclic journey of dealing with mental illness and experiencing the periods of mania versus depression.”
In “A Display of Penance,” BURIAL PATH deliver a monstrous onslaught comprised of intense, thundering percussion, violent rhythms and Pobst’s monstrous gutturals. Injecting melodic orchestral strings and ghostly piano notes, the band ventures further into the otherworldly as it enhances the enveloping darkness.
Encompassed in ritualistic symbolism of decay, the accompanying music video brings to life the disturbing figure of the parasite along with the harrowing pain and solitude it represents.
About BURIAL PATH:
Formed in 2023, BURIAL PATH consists of Maya Pobst (vocals) and Christian Caringer (bassist) from Missouri, and Nebraskan Matthew McClure (guitar). Their sound is a refined evolution of Deathcore, leveraging modern production to craft an atmosphere that is both entrancing and resonant, designed to evoke deep emotions and provoke thoughtful introspection through their music.
Just under a week after the release of Engines Of Demolition, Zakk Wylde’s most emotional and powerful album yet, Black Label Society brought the tour of the same name to Connecticut’s Mohegan Sun Casino for a show that will not be forgotten any time soon. Opening the night was Dark Chapel, followed by Zakk Sabbath.
The Arena at Mohegan Sun is a popular venue in Uncasville for rock bands to play and holds 10,000 concert fanatics. According to Zakk Wylde, in an interview with local radio station 99.1 WPLR, he said we could expect a “toe-tapping event”.
Dark Chapel
Dario Lorino, the man behind Dark Chapel, is also a crazy, talented guitarist for Black Label Society. Dark Chapel hit the stage as the fans were still filling in.
Dark Chapel – Mohegan Sun Casino – 2 April 2026. Photo: Jody Wilk/MetalTalk
With Dario on lead vocals and slaying the guitar, they showcased music from their album Spirit In The Glass, the deluxe version of which includes three additional songs beyond the original release.
Dark Chapel – Mohegan Sun Casino – 2 April 2026. Photo: Jody Wilk/MetalTalk
The band features Dylan Dyce on guitar, Mike Gunn on Bass, and madman Luis Silva on drums. With the crowd on their feet, Dark Chapel aced a six-song set, beginning with Afterglow and Hollow Smile and rocking right into Sign Of Life and Hit Your Love, both of which were released last October.
Dark Chapel – Mohegan Sun Casino – 2 April 2026. Photo: Jody Wilk/MetalTalk
Next, they rocked the stage with a cover of Bill Wither’s Ain’t No Sunshine. These guys worked up a sweat for the crowd with a Heavy Metal set that at times has some bluesy roots.
They were a perfect pick to open the night with their melodic riffs and thunderous drums. Dark Chapel are sure to be gaining more and more followers after each show.
Dark Chapel – Mohegan Sun Casino – 2 April 2026. Photo: Jody Wilk/MetalTalk
Zakk Sabbath
If you love searing, melt-your-face-off guitar leads and have never experienced Zakk Wylde’s Zakk Sabbath show, then you were in for a treat.
Zakk, along with Dario Lorino, who is doing triple duty on this tour, have taken Black Sabbath songs and rearranged them to include lots more guitar madness for your listening pleasure.
Zakk Sabbath – Mohegan Sun Casino – 2 April 2026. Photo: Jody Wilk/MetalTalk
Here is where I would normally say they played a short five-song set. However, these five songs lasted for a total of 40 minutes.
Black Label’s bad ass drummer, Jeff Fabb, was also on drums for Zakk Sabbath and does so with the strength of a rabid monkey, as well as BLS’s John ‘J.D.’ DeServio pounding out every bass note with perfection.
Zakk Sabbath – Mohegan Sun Casino – 2 April 2026. Photo: Jody Wilk/MetalTalk
They kicked off the set with Black Sabbath’s Children Of The Grave and kept the hardcore berserkers singing along and then cheering between songs.
If you have ever attended a Zakk Wylde show, you know to expect him to be dressed in a kilt with his long hair flailing from side to side, and tonight was no exception.
Zakk Sabbath – Mohegan Sun Casino – 2 April 2026. Photo: Jody Wilk/MetalTalk
For us photographers, it is a challenge to capture a clear photo of his face. Zakk doesn’t try to replicate Ozzy’s vocals but rather makes it his own.
The rest of the set included Snowblind, Fairies Wear Boots, N.I.B., and ended the sensory overload with War Pigs. Epic and most certainly toe-tapping.
Zakk Sabbath – Mohegan Sun Casino – 2 April 2026. Photo: Jody Wilk/MetalTalk
Black Label Society
This is the part of the show that The Connecticut Chapter of Black Label Society was waiting for, The Engines Of Demolition Tour, and the anticipation of the new Ozzy tribute song that would be played during the set.
Black Label Society – Mohegan Sun Casino – 2 April 2026. Photo: Jody Wilk/MetalTalk
Shortly after 9:30 pm, the curtain dropped, and Zakk was on his riser at the centre of the stage playing the unmistakable intro to Funeral Bell.
The crowd was bobbing their heads to the repetitive riff coming from Zakk’s new Wrath Maker Wylde Audio guitar with the Engines Of Demolition logo on it.
Black Label Society – Mohegan Sun Casino – 2 April 2026. Photo: Jody Wilk/MetalTalk
What a bad ass logo it is. It is an orange chrome skull with a turbo and exhaust for its ears and pistons coming out of the top of its head. I just had to buy a t-shirt with the new logo on it.
Name In Blood was the first song played from the new album, followed by Destroy And Conquer from the recent Doom Crew Inc. album.
Black Label Society – Mohegan Sun Casino – 2 April 2026. Photo: Jody Wilk/MetalTalk
The cheers at the beginning of No More Tears, the only cover song of the night, were deafening.
Next up were the band intros, to which Zakk was goofing with the crowd, saying after he introduced each member how they did not like anybody from Connecticut, and then saying that it was all right, “because I love everyone from Connecticut.”
Wylde introduced drummer Jeff Fabb as “Father Jeff, the furnace, the cinnamon babka maker,” to which the fans laughed.
Black Label Society – Mohegan Sun Casino – 2 April 2026. Photo: Jody Wilk/MetalTalk
Next, Zakk took to the piano and slowed things up with In This River, which he always dedicates to Dimebag Darrell and Vinny Paul with their images on screens at the rear of the stage.
After several more fan favourites, they played the song everyone was waiting to hear live for their first time, Ozzy Song, a tribute Zakk wrote not long after Ozzy’s passing.
This time, with Dario on the piano, Zakk took centre stage and sang the heartfelt dedication song in Ozzy’s memory to a respectfully quiet crowd.
With photos of Ozzy on the screens at the back of the stage, you could feel the emotion coming from the band and the crowd, and even the guitar sounded like it may have shed a tear for Ozzy.
They ended a superb set with Stillborn.
It is amazing to see these guys still pounding out so much music night after night, as well as turning out new albums with so many great songs on them.
Black Label Society – Mohegan Sun Casino – 2 April 2026. Photo: Jody Wilk/MetalTalk
The Engines Of Demolition Tour featuring Black Label Society, Zakk Sabbath, and Dark Chapel is a must-see for any Zakk Wylde fan, Ozzy Fan, Black Sabbath fan, or any fan of Heavy Metal.
Attendees left The Mohegan Sun arena with ears ringing and possibly even a tear in their eyes for Ozzy Osbourne. Tour tickets are available from linktr.ee/zakkwyldebls.
Black Label Society return to the road in May 2026, bringing the thunder of Engines Of Demolition to stages across the UK and Europe. Led by the ever-commanding Zakk Wylde,
Event Details
Black Label Society return to the road in May 2026, bringing the thunder of Engines Of Demolition to stages across the UK and Europe. Led by the ever-commanding Zakk Wylde, this tour promises a full-force showcase of the band’s latest material alongside the fan-favourite anthems that have defined their legacy for over three decades.
Expect crushing riffs, searing solos, and that unmistakable blend of groove, grit, and melody that continues to set BLS apart.
With a setlist likely to span the explosive energy of tracks like Name In Blood through to the emotional weight of Ozzy’s Song, these shows are shaping up to be some of the most dynamic and heartfelt of the band’s career.
Backed by a powerhouse lineup and riding high on one of their strongest album releases to date, Black Label Society’s 2026 tour is a celebration of resilience, legacy, and the enduring power of heavy music.
Black Label Society return to the road in May 2026, bringing the thunder of Engines Of Demolition to stages across the UK and Europe. Led by the ever-commanding Zakk Wylde,
Event Details
Black Label Society return to the road in May 2026, bringing the thunder of Engines Of Demolition to stages across the UK and Europe. Led by the ever-commanding Zakk Wylde, this tour promises a full-force showcase of the band’s latest material alongside the fan-favourite anthems that have defined their legacy for over three decades.
Expect crushing riffs, searing solos, and that unmistakable blend of groove, grit, and melody that continues to set BLS apart.
With a setlist likely to span the explosive energy of tracks like Name In Blood through to the emotional weight of Ozzy’s Song, these shows are shaping up to be some of the most dynamic and heartfelt of the band’s career.
Backed by a powerhouse lineup and riding high on one of their strongest album releases to date, Black Label Society’s 2026 tour is a celebration of resilience, legacy, and the enduring power of heavy music.
Black Label Society return to the road in May 2026, bringing the thunder of Engines Of Demolition to stages across the UK and Europe. Led by the ever-commanding Zakk Wylde,
Event Details
Black Label Society return to the road in May 2026, bringing the thunder of Engines Of Demolition to stages across the UK and Europe. Led by the ever-commanding Zakk Wylde, this tour promises a full-force showcase of the band’s latest material alongside the fan-favourite anthems that have defined their legacy for over three decades.
Expect crushing riffs, searing solos, and that unmistakable blend of groove, grit, and melody that continues to set BLS apart.
With a setlist likely to span the explosive energy of tracks like Name In Blood through to the emotional weight of Ozzy’s Song, these shows are shaping up to be some of the most dynamic and heartfelt of the band’s career.
Backed by a powerhouse lineup and riding high on one of their strongest album releases to date, Black Label Society’s 2026 tour is a celebration of resilience, legacy, and the enduring power of heavy music.