American heavy metal band Soulfly are set to release their next studio album, Totem, on August 5. In building up the hype, they have released their second promotional single, “Scouring the Vile,” featuring John Tardy of Obituary. Check it out:

Lead vocalist Max Cavalera said the following about the new release: “‘Scouring the Vile’ is Soulfly’s personal fuck you letter to cancer! The lyrics are angered by the loss of loved ones. It was amazing to share the vocals with an old veteran, John Tardy of Obituary.”

Totem was recorded at Platinum Underground in Mesa Arizona by John Aquilino and Arthur Rizk with assistance from John Powers. Additional guest appearances on the album include John Powers (Eternal Champion) and Chris Ulsh (Power Trip). Arthur Rizk was also responsible for playing lead guitar on the record.