Survivalist

Survivalist are a four-piece metal band from Belfast, Ireland, featuring Gavin Sharp (vocals), Nick Butcher (guitars), Lee Shaw (bass), and Rhys Fraser (drums). Shaped by personal struggle, lived experience, and an unfiltered response to the world around them, Survivalist have forged a sound they call “Groovecore” combining melody, crushing riffs, and climactic breakdowns with raw emotional weight. Their debut album, VII (2021), was Praised for its intensity, introspective lyricism, and modern yet familiar sound, the album has surpassed 100,000 streams and received strong critical acclaim, including 10/10 from Rock ‘N’ Load Magazine, 8/10 from Powerplay, and 9/10 from Evermetal, with several outlets referring to it as a “Masterpiece”. Survivalist have continued to build momentum on the live circuit, sharing stages with Thy Art Is Murder, Chelsea Grin, Polaris, Suffocation, Atreyu, Kublai Khan, Party Cannon, Heriot, Distant, and more. Following their tour with TAIM, The band have released three singles from their forthcoming album: “Deathbed” (featuring Alex Koehler ex-Chelsea Grin / Ameonna), “Radio Bleed”, and “Failure Of Being” (featuring producer Josh Sid Robinson). These releases have gained support from Metal Hammer, Kerrang! Radio, Devolution Magazine, New Noise Magazine, and more, collectively surpassing 100,000 streams. This success has led to a new booking partnership with Echelon Artists, helping propel Survivalist into their next phase.