Los Angeles Band Death Lens Announce New Record 'Cold World'

Los Angeles alt-punk band Death Lens announce plans to release their new album Cold World on May 3rd via Epitaph Records.

Since 2015, the five self-described “Brown boys from La Puente” have demonstrated an explosive energy and attitude in their recordings and chaotic live shows. Along the way, they have blossomed into a refined example of their work ethic, dedication to social justice and their community. 

“ “Cold World” just seemed to fit in the days we're living,” the band muses on the album's title choice. “It's the desire to thrive in a deteriorating world all while pushing those who feel like there is no hope and hoping to give them a second wind, a sense of hope.” 

With slick guitar sonics and tender backing vocal harmonies that feel like the best parts of indie, punk and shoegaze, watch the surrealist music video for the album's title track below: 

Aided by NYC-based producer Brett Romnes (Hot Mulligan, Mom Jeans), Cold World is a departure from the early styles Death Lens mimicked as a young band; an elevation of their sound transmuted into matured and brawny post-hardcore tinged rock songs. Coming from their DIY background, it was an adjustment to work with a producer for the first time but together they were able to explore new creative territories. With the reverb turned up and the raw dial scaled back, they leave room for the massive hooks and compelling songwriting heard on the album's eleven tracks.  

“This was our first time using a producer and we were scared that our sound was not going to be us, but Brett was such an amazing addition to the writing process,” the band explains. “The goal was to find a common ground and build from that and we did almost instantly on day one, it was beautiful.” 

Lyrically, Cold World finds vocalist Bryan Torres reckoning with his place in the world, examining social injustices, current political and world unrest, and his emotional, mental, and physical reactions to it all. Growing up as minorities 20 miles east of Los Angeles with constant harassment by police and heavy gang violence, Death Lens faced many risk factors that could've led them astray from this moment. Their paths could have gone other ways, but they've chosen positivity and strive to be a light for their communities, their fans and each other. 

     “We're all unified in the way we think, we all believe in a fair system for all to live without struggle and with a reasonable cost of living,” Torres says. “We side strongly with socialist ideals proudly. We're also very pro Latino and pushing heavier to see more Hispanic bands up on stage, pro LGBTQ, pro-immigration and everything in between.” 

“One world, one community.” 

Death Lens is comprised of Bryan Torres (vocals), Matt Silva (guitar), Jhon Reyes (guitar, backing vocals), Eduardo Contreras (bass), and Tony Rangel (drums).  

Death Lens On Tour – Tickets Available HERE 

W/ Militarie Gun 

Jan. 31 – Phoenix, AZ - Rebel Lounge 

Feb. 2 – Denton, TX – Rubber Gloves 

Feb. 3 – Austin, TX – Mohawk 

Feb. 4 – Houston, TX – House Of Blues 

Feb. 6 – Nashville, TN – The Basement East 

Feb. 7 – Atlanta, GA – The Masquerade – Purgatory 

Feb. 8 – Tampa, FL – The Crowbar 

Feb. 9 – Miami, FL – Gramps 

Feb. 10 – Tallahassee, FL – 926 Bar 

W/ Wavves 

Feb. 14 – Los Angeles, CA – 1720 

Mar. 15 – Salt Lake City, UT – Kilby Court* 

Mar. 17 – Colorado Springs, CO – Vultures* 

Mar. 19 – St. Louis, MO – Duck Roomi* 

Mar. 20 Lakewood, ON – Foundry* 

W/ Teen Mortgage 

Mar. 22 – Brooklyn, NY – Union Pool 

Mar. 23 – Philadelphia, PA – Foto Club 

Mar. 24 – Medford, MA – Deep Cuts 

Mar. 26 – Montreal, QC – Bar le Ritz 

Mar. 27 – Toronto, ON – The Garrison 

Mar. 29 – Hamtramck, MI – The Sanctuary 

Mar. 30 – Chicago, IL – Beat Kitchen 

Apr. 1 – Indianapolis, IN – HI-FI 

Apr. 2 – Columbus, OH – The Basement 

Apr. 3 – Nashville, TN – The End 

Apr. 5 – Atlanta, GA – The Masquerade 

Apr. 6 – Chapel Hill, North Carolina – Local 506 

Apr. 7 – Richmond, VA – The Camel 

Apr. 8 – Louisville, MY – Mag Bar* 

Apr. 3 – Memphis, TN – Growers* 

Apr. 11 – Oklahoma City, OK – 89th Street* 

Apr. 12 – Albuquerque, NM – Moonlight Lounge* 

Apr. 13 – Flagstaff, AZ – The Hive* 

*Death Lens only 

Photo by Robert Nuñez

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