Reject the Sickness - Signs of the End (FULL ALBUM)

Belgian melodic death metal and metalcore band Reject the Sickness, formed in Ghent/Bruges in 2007, is known for its sound that combines the rhythmic aggression of melodic death metal with breakdowns and elements of metalcore, as well as touches of atmospheric black metal. With albums such as While Our World Dissolves (2021) and Signs of the End (2025), the band explores dark themes such as child neglect, anger, abuse and revenge, inspired by vocalist Guy Vercruysse's experience as a social worker. Their sound is described as melodic, raw and captivating, with vocals ranging from growls to screams. Below, I present an analysis of bands that likely share similarities with Reject the Sickness, focusing on Belgian and international bands.

Belgian bands
Fields of Troy: From Antwerp, Fields of Troy mixes metalcore with heavy grooves and influences of melodic death metal. If Reject the Sickness emphasizes melodic breakdowns, Fields of Troy is a close reference.

Spoil Engine: From Antwerp/Roeselare (Stormsleeper, 2017), Spoil Engine fuses metalcore with melodic death metal, with mixed vocals and modern energy. If Reject the Sickness explores vocal contrasts, it is a valid comparison.

Arkangel: From Brussels, Arkangel pioneered the fusion of metalcore with melodic death metal in the 90s. If Reject the Sickness revives classic metalcore, Arkangel is a reference.

International bands
In Flames: From Sweden (Clayman, 2000), In Flames is a pioneer of Gothenburg melodic death metal, with melodic riffs and metalcore influences. If Reject the Sickness has a melodic vibe, In Flames is an obvious base.

Killswitch Engage: From the US (Alive or Just Breathing, 2002), Killswitch Engage defines melodic metalcore with breakdowns and melodic/guttural vocals. If Reject the Sickness uses clean vocals, it is similar.

At the Gates: From Sweden (Slaughter of the Soul, 1995), At the Gates influenced melodeath and metalcore with iconic riffs. If Reject the Sickness has a Gothenburg feel, it's a reference.

As I Lay Dying: From the US (An Ocean Between Us, 2007), As I Lay Dying combines metalcore with melodeath, with breakdowns and melodies. If Reject the Sickness focuses on intensity, it's a solid comparison.

Soilwork: From Sweden (Natural Born Chaos, 2002), Soilwork mixes melodeath with metalcore and progressive elements. If Reject the Sickness has a modern feel, Soilwork is an influence.

Shared characteristics
Fusion of melodeath and metalcore: Reject the Sickness combines melodic death metal riffs with metalcore breakdowns and screams, similar to In Flames, Killswitch Engage and As I Lay Dying.

Atmosphere and rhythm: The inclusion of atmospheric elements (black metal) and rhythmic grooves, as in Signs of the End, aligns the band with Soilwork and Spoil Engine.

Emotional themes: Lyrics about neglect and anger, inspired by real life experiences, connect Reject the Sickness to Fields of Troy and Arkangel, which both deal with raw themes.

Versatile vocals: The alternation between growls, screams and possibly clean vocals reflects the approach of Killswitch Engage and As I Lay Dying.

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Band: Reject the Sickness
Album: Signs of the End
Genre: Melodic Death Metal/Metalcore
Country: Belgium
Label: Independent
Release: May 30th, 2025

MEMBERS
Jonas Messiaen - Bass
Zoran van Bellegem - Guitars (lead)
Ruben - Guitars (rhythm)
Guy - Vocals
Jannick Govaert - Drums

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TRACKLIST
1. The Messenger
2. Acta Non Verba
3. Dark Times
4. We Enslave Angels
5. Fall From Grace
6. When I Became You
7. Chaos vs. Chaos
8. Signs of the End

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