Thrash / Crust Metal from Kelowna, BC, Canada

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News Archive:

August, 2019:

The new EP is about ready for mixing, which means a September or October release is likely!
Make sure to check out our social media for the occasional sneak peek.
Prepare to be ERADICATED...


July, 2019:

Many changes have happened over the past year, but Irradiation will be releasing new music regardless.
A new 5 song EP is in the works, featuring some of our most intense material written to date.
Get ready for a nuclear winter...!


November, 2017:

We are pleased to announce the release of our album,
"ANNIHILATE"

Featuring 14 tracks of crossover thrash/speed metal warfare, 
the perfect soundtrack for mankind's annihilation...

To get a copy, follow this link or contact us directly.


October, 2017:

Our full-length debut album, titled ANNIHILATE,
will be available worldwide on CD and digital download October 28th, 2017.
14 tracks of crossover thrash/speed metal warfare, the perfect soundtrack for mankind's annihilation...

Follow this link to hear the song "Crisis" in its entirety!


September, 2017:

Mixing is very close to completion! Not much longer till the album is finished.
Stay tuned for some teasers and an album release date announcement!

Up next: 
Final mixing, then on to mastering!


July, 2017:

We're now mixing the album! All of the recording is finally finished.
Stay tuned, we will be releasing a new single in the near future!

Up next: 
Mixdown and final edits!


June, 2017:

More album progress! Not much recording left now:

Up next: 
Solos, gang shouts, and final edits!!

Getting closer to the beginning of mixing!

Watch out on Facebook for behind the scenes updates and media!


April, 2017:

Big album progress so far:
All drums, bass, rhythm guitar, vocals are recorded, and mostly edited!

Up next: 
Solos and extra guitar layers!!
Guitar re-amping!
Gang shouts, backup vox!

Almost out of editing hell, and off to mixing paradise! 
We can't wait for everyone to hear the album!

Watch out on Facebook for behind the scenes updates and media!


March, 2017:

 Tracking for the album has been progressing nicely!
We need gang vocals for some songs, so if you want in, 
sign up to our mailing list below, or on our Facebook page!

Album progress so far:
Almost all songs written,
Drum tracks 80% done.
Bass scratch tracks done,

Up next: 
Guitar rhythm tracks!
Drum and guitar editing!
Vocal takes!

Watch out on Facebook for behind the scenes updates and media!


February, 2017:

We've been nominated for Armstrong Metalfest 2017 Peoples Choice!
The winner gets to play the festival.
Head over to Broken Neck Radio to cast your vote! 
(You can vote once per day)

Album progress so far:
Almost all songs ready,
Bass scratch tracks done,
Rhythm guitar scratch tracks almost done

Up next: 
Drum tracking and editing!


November, 2016:

UPDATE: 
After discussing and working things out, Irradiation is excited to welcome Kurtis back on drums!
Things shall continue as normal, and we're fully able to play shows.
Kyle will also hopefully be returning on bass in the near future, further filling out the sound.

Things are going to get intense! Make to sure catch one of our shows, and stay tuned!

Album recording shall continue as well!


Our upcoming show schedule is as follows:

Dec 9th, The Fed, Kelowna BC "Merry Dickmas IX"
Dec 31st, Muninn's Post, Kelowna BC *New Year's Eve!!*

Stay tuned for show updates and further details.


September, 2016:

Tickets for the D.O.A. show are available either in Vernon, or if you are in Kelowna, you can contact us for one!

Band patches have been printed, 2 different styles! (Material is black canvas fabric)
Come to one of our shows, and get yours now, plus a free sticker and download code!

Our upcoming show schedule is as follows:

Sept 5th, Muninn's Post, Kelowna BC
Sept 10th, Village Green, Vernon BC
Nov 7th, Muninn's Post, Kelowna BC

Stay tuned for show updates and further details.


Augut, 2016:

AMF was a blast, big thanks to all who made it possible! Check out some photos here (Photo credit: Derek Carr / AbortMag.com)

Band patches have been printed, 2 different styles! (Material is black canvas fabric)
Come to one of our shows, and get yours now, plus a free sticker and download code!

Our upcoming show schedule is as follows:

(CASUALLY) STORMING ACROSS BC 2016

August 9th, Record City, Vernon BC
August 18th, Muninn's Post, Kelowna BC
August 20th, Dickens Pub, Calgary AB
Sept 1st, The Office, Kamloops BC
Sept 5th, Muninn's Post, Kelowna BC
Sept 10th, Village Green, Vernon BC
POSTPONED, Date TBA: Live on air, CHAOS w/NoMessiah, Kelowna BC

Stay tuned for show updates and further details.

...We will be recording our album, starting sometime this fall!


July, 2016:

We are going to be at AMF, see you all there! Another band couldn't make it, so we got picked to fill in!! (See below for date & time)

You can now find us on the iTunes store, among other places!

Kurtis Hoekstra, our Drummer, is hosting his own METAL RADIO SHOW! Listen online, Saturdays at 9PM on WDCR 95.1 FM

Our upcoming show schedule is as follows:

July 15th, 12:45 PM-1:10 PM, AMF, Armstrong BC
July 22nd, Funky Winkerbeans, Vancouver BC
July 29th, The Office, Kamploops BC
August 9th, Record City, Vernon BC
August 20th, Dickens Pub, Calgary AB
Sept 1st, The Office, Kamloops BC
Sept 10th, Live on air, CHAOS w/NoMessiah, Kelowna BC
Sept 17th, Muninn's Post, Kelowna BC
April, TBA

Stay tuned for show updates and further details.

...We might start tracking soon for the album, watch out!


June, 2016:

Kurtis Hoekstra, our Drummer, is hosting his own METAL RADIO SHOW! Listen online at WDCR 95.1 FM

We just finished a photoshoot, look out for some cool pics of us! 
(Done by our good friend Jacqueline Radcliffe @ Jacqueline LaRae Photography!)

Our upcoming show schedule is as follows:

June 19th 9PM@ Record City, in Vernon
August 17th (Venue TBA), in Kelowna
August 18th (Venue TBA), in Vernon

...We might start tracking soon for the album, watch out!


May, 2016:

We regret to announce the departure of bassist Kyle Tensen, we had good times, too bad it had to end so soon! 
Justin will most likely fill in for bass until a replacement is found... Also, we're looking for a bass player!

For those who missed our WDCR interview, and want to check it out, click here!

Our upcoming show schedule is as follows:

May 20th @ the Legion Hall, in Penticton
June 18th (venue tba), in Kelowna
August ??th (tba top secret)

...And some live shots and vids of our recent shows will be up at our SHOWS page as well as our Youtube page!


April, 2016:

Upcoming show on Friday, April 22, in Kelowna! Come see us and DISPLACED live @ the Muninn's Post anniversary show, around 7PM! 
For our Vernon fans, we'll be playing The Gallery Vertigo, May 16th! Stay tuned for more info...

A link to our recent interview on WDCR will be posted when available, for those who missed out... 
Watch out for some new studio recordings coming out within the year!


March, 2016:

Tune into 95.1 FM WDCR 4:30 PM, March 23, to hear a few Irradiation songs on air, as well as a live interview with the band! 
Live stream available @ www.WDCR.ca

Upcoming show on Sunday, March 13th, in Vernon! Come see us live @ the Village Green Hotel, 7PM! 
Munin's Post in Kelowna is having an April show, sounds like we'll be on that too, so stay tuned for updates regarding that show.

Upcoming album info: it will be a 6 song EP, with all new, killer tracks for you to check out!


January, 2016:

We'd like to welcome Kyle T., on bass! So another lineup change... Justin B., formerly on bass, is now the second guitarist.
Regarding the upcoming album, we will have access to a new jam/recording space, so watch out for some killer stuff!!


August, 2015:

Slight lineup change... Matt P., formerly on drums, is now on lead and rhythm guitars, and Kurt H. will be taking the up the drum throne!
Album tracking to be only slightly postponed, stay tuned for some crazy shit in the next year...

          

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