For WITHERING THE CORE, signing with Art Gates Records represents the consolidation of a project that became a stable band in 2026. The modern metal group are preparing new singles, music videos and a Spanish tour, with their theatrical stage presentation remaining part of an artistic world concerned with identity, mortality and belonging.
The band said of the agreement: “Signing with Art Gates represents the consolidation of a band that pours all its energy and passion into its artistic vision. This milestone marks the beginning of a rewarding period that helps us become more professional and move forward in the long journey that is music. Having the backing of the music industry makes us look back with pride and joy, knowing that we are on the path to fulfilling a dream. This is only the beginning!”
Ángel “Winchester” founded WITHERING THE CORE as a solo project. A stable lineup formed around a shared artistic vision in 2026, the same year the band reached the Wacken Metal Battle Spain final and came close to earning the opportunity to represent Spain at Wacken Open Air (WOA).
Their sound combines heavy riffs, melodic choruses, breakdowns and rap-inflected verses with dark atmospheres and orchestral elements. Emotionally charged lyrics explore the contradictions of human existence, while the live show brings that material into a theatrical, immersive setting. Music, characters and stagecraft form part of the band's approach to those themes.
Art Gates Records CEO Iván Magdalena pointed to the relationship between the orchestral arrangements and the lyrics as an area he wants to develop with WITHERING THE CORE. He also cited Ángel's progression from a solo project to a settled band with a shared vision as a reason for the label to become involved at this stage.
“That’s the part of their identity I’m keen to help develop,” Magdalena said of the band's darker orchestral side and the emotional weight of the lyrics. “Ángel has taken this from a solo project to a settled band with a shared vision, and I see this as a good moment for us to get involved. I’m pleased they’ve chosen AGR for this next step.”
The announcement outlines singles, videos and touring as the band's next activities, without supplying track titles, release dates or Spanish tour dates.
