Formed in 2003, Esodic is a Middle Eastern death metal band blending classic thrash and death metal with the sounds and influences of the region. Now based in Los Angeles, the band delivers a distinct take on extreme metal.

Formed in 2003, Esodic is a Los Angeles-based Middle Eastern death metal band combining aggressive death and thrash metal with the musical and cultural influences of the region.

After establishing a strong presence in Jordan’s underground metal scene, Esodic returned in 2020 with founding drummer Zed Amarin alongside guitarist/vocalist Michael Nolasco and bassist Kevin McCombs. The band released Undoing in 2021, followed by the De Facto De Jure EP in 2024.

With the addition of guitarists Mo Lamastro and Austin Burleigh, Esodic entered a new chapter, expanding its live presence internationally. In November 2025, the band toured Southern California and Arizona with Of The Betrayer on the Sands of Judgement Tour, followed by a 10-date tour of France with Anthares in January 2026 on the Crimson Mirage France Tour.

In June 2026, Esodic made its debut at Hellfest Open Air Festival in Clisson, France, performing on the Altar Stage to a crowd of more than 11,000.

Today, Esodic continues to push its distinctive blend of Middle Eastern influence, death metal, and thrash into new territory, with further international touring and new music underway.