The tenth studio album from Soulfly, "Ritual," was released in 2018, marking their fourth collaboration with Nuclear Blast Records. The album features guest appearances from Lamb of God's Randy Blythe and Dead Cross's Justin K. Broadrick.
- "Ritual" was produced by Josh Wilbur, who has previously worked with artists like Lamb of God and Killer Be Killed. The album's lyrical themes explore mythology, spirituality, and warfare. It reached number 11 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart.
- The album's cover art was created by Marcelo Vasco, known for his work with bands such as Mastodon and Slayer. "Ritual" was recorded at The Echo Den in Los Angeles, California. The album was met with generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its aggressive sound and Cavalera's vocal performance.
- The album marks a return to a more raw and aggressive sound for the band, drawing comparisons to their earlier work. It was the band's first album to feature bassist Mike Leon, who joined in 2015. The title track, "Ritual," was released as the lead single ahead of the album.
Soulfly is a heavy metal band formed in 1997 by Max Cavalera, known for blending tribal influences with groove metal. They emerged from the ashes of Sepultura, with Cavalera at the helm.
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