DYING VICTIMS PRODUCTIONS is proud to (finally!) present the long-awaited second album from France’s own heavy shock-rockers, ANIMALIZE . Titled Verminateur , this electrifying release will be available on CD and vinyl LP formats starting May 23, 2025 .
A New Era for French Heavy Metal
For decades, France has been searching for its own heavy shock-rock sensation, and ANIMALIZE has answered the call. Known for their outrageous stage presence , complete with harnesses, chains, katanas, and blood-soaked performances , this band has already made waves in the French and German metal circuits. Now, with Verminateur , they are ready to bring their unapologetic brand of high-octane heavy metal to the world.
From Raw Energy to Refined Power
Fans first got a taste of ANIMALIZE’s madness with their 2020 EP, Tales From the Crypt , followed by their raucous full-length debut, 2022’s Meat We’re Made Of . While their first LP showcased their genre-blending mastery , fusing speed metal, power-thrash, and traditional metal into an adrenaline-fueled ride, Verminateur takes things to a whole new level.
This time, at the request of their dedicated fanbase, the album is sung entirely in French , adding a unique and intense dimension to their sound. Unlike its predecessor, Verminateur leans into anthemic songwriting , delivering mid-tempo, hook-laden rockers brimming with charisma and attitude. Nearly all of the album’s ten tracks strike a perfect balance between melody and muscle , blending classic heavy metal energy with rebellious, streetwise swagger . Picture MTV circa 1985 —if only it had aired in France!
For those craving the feral intensity of speed metal , fear not—when ANIMALIZE decides to unleash their high-velocity assault, they do so with razor-sharp precision and unstoppable momentum . And with thematic depth and lyrical intensity , Verminateur doesn’t just deliver a sonic punch—it commands attention .
A Conceptual Powerhouse
With Verminateur , ANIMALIZE introduces a new anti-hero:
“For he is the earth cancer eliminator. He is the VERMINATEUR! Because the vermin is YOU.”
Bringing together cinematic synth interludes (such as the eerie “Invasion” ) and dramatic piano compositions (like “Prière de Remords” ), the album is more than just music—it’s an experience .
Line-up:
Jessman – Guitars
Coyote – Vocals, Bass
RattleGab – Guitars
Hyungminator – Drums
Release Details & Bonus Reissue
To celebrate Verminateur , DYING VICTIMS PRODUCTIONS will also be reissuing their debut album, Meat We’re Made Of . If you missed it the first time, now’s your chance to witness the birth of the New Wave of French Heavy Metal .
Final Thoughts
With Verminateur , ANIMALIZE doesn’t just cement their reputation—they redefine it. This is more than an album; it’s a bold statement in the world of heavy metal . Mark your calendars for May 23, 2025 and prepare to join the metal revolution .
For fans of outrageous theatrics, blistering riffs, and unrelenting heavy metal energy— Verminateur is your next obsession.
Verminateur by Animalize
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