Featured Tune: "Victory or Defeat" from Armitage

When the Beast Rises, So Does the Pulse

Armitage’s “Victory or Defeat” hits like a tsunami of steel—raw, relentless, and roaring with purpose. Hailing from Marion, IL, this self-made metalcore powerhouse isn’t just riffing for the sake of noise—they’re telling a story. And in this track, the stakes couldn’t be higher.

From the first thunderous drum fill to Jesse Condra’s visceral vocals, “Victory or Defeat” catapults you right into the middle of their kaiju-inspired chaos. It’s not just a song; it’s the sonic equivalent of standing toe-to-toe with a skyscraper-sized beast. The guitar work by Dan Turnquist is tight, slicing through the mix with precision and fury, while Mark Holderfield’s bass tone feels like tectonic plates shifting beneath your feet—“absolutely filthy” doesn’t even begin to cover it.

What’s truly gripping, though, is how Armitage balances that aggression with melody. There’s a haunting beauty in the breakdowns, a sense of desperation in the cleaner vocal passages, and a cinematic pacing that keeps you hooked. You’re not just listening—you’re surviving.

Recorded in a home studio, “Victory or Defeat” proves that passion trumps polish. This isn’t corporate metal—it’s forged in friendship, sweat, and an undying love for the genre. For fans of early 2000s metalcore with a modern heartbeat, Armitage has landed a monster of a track. Victory? Absolutely. Defeat? Not a chance.

Want to dive deeper into the chaos or check out more from Robusuta? You’ll want to keep both ears open—Armitage isn’t done shaking the ground yet.