Hailing from Reading, Pennsylvania, RIVERS OF NIHIL have always defied categorization, and with their 2018 masterpiece Where Owls Know My Name, they shattered genre boundaries entirely. Returning in 2021 with The Work, the band delved even deeper into uncharted territory, crafting a cerebral yet visceral album that showcases their staggering sonic range. Blending elements of what fans already love with bold, unexpected experimentation, The Work is a dynamic and emotionally rich journey that truly sets them apart in the modern metal landscape.
As bassist Adam Biggs explains, "The twists and turns are pretty drastic for your modern-day metal record. There’s a lot of what you already know we do, and a lot of what you’ve never heard us do before." With its ambitious scope and refusal to conform, The Work marks a thrilling new chapter for RIVERS OF NIHIL—a band always focused on the here and now, pressing forward with relentless creativity.
