Scotland’s blackened thrash hellion HELLRIPPER, the creation of multi-instrumentalist James McBain, has returned with a vicious new single, “Kinchyle (Goatkraft And Granite)”, marking his first release under Century Media Records. The blistering track arrives with a music video directed by David Gregory, offering a raw, unfiltered look into the grit and defiance of McBain’s Aberdeen roots.
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“‘Kinchyle’ is the McBain clan’s war cry,” says James McBain. “It’s inspired by my experience growing up in the North-East of Scotland — not the postcard version, but the real one. Musically, it’s classic Hellripper: fast, filthy, and rocking, with nods to Tank, Running Wild, and Motörhead, but also touches of Opeth and Witherscape. It’s one of my most personal songs yet. All hail the goat!”
Following the release, Hellripper will embark on a European headline tour alongside Schizophrenia and Sarcator, setting the stage for his next full-length album, the highly anticipated Century Media debut, expected around the vernal equinox of 2026. Tour dates and tickets: hellripper.com/tickets
Formed in 2014, Hellripper has earned a cult reputation for his unrelenting speed and venomous energy, blending the spirit of early Metallica and Venom with the occult mysticism of Scottish lore. His previous record, Warlocks Grim & Withered Hags (2023), drew critical acclaim for its “mature exploration of darkness and eeriness” (Metal Injection), solidifying McBain as one of extreme metal’s most exciting one-man forces.
HELLRIPPER line up:
James McBain – All instruments & vocals
Live line up:
James McBain – Guitar & vocals
Joseph Quinlan – Guitar
Andy Milburn – Bass
Max Southall – Drums
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