Ruinous is Imperial Destruction's long awaited Debut Album, released on the 30th of January 2016. 

"It’s a f***ing dirty, raw and old school sounding album. And it sounds like a fucking truck made of sledgehammers… If you like melodic death metal, there’ll be a song or two for you on the album. It’s diverse." ~ Joshua Barkley (Bassist, Imperial Destruction) 

"Imperial Destruction have firmly established themselves as an identity within the South African metal scene by sheer force of will, hard work, and a captivating sound and style. With two Gauteng tours under the belt by the Western Cape melodic death metal outfit, the band can also claim credit for the Night Of Destruction event series and also having established the Geraas Plaas festival. " ~ Metal4Africa.com

“The visual concept behind the album art revolves around a royal being that is decaying, and wears a cursed crown. This leaves many questions and possibilities as to the being’s death. Unsettling and somewhat alive, it can be assumed that the crown took control of the being, leaving him possessed with promises of fortune and fame to satisfy his greed. Although this is my perspective, I like viewers to imagine their own stories and possibilities.” ~ Jason Modryc (vocals, Imperial Destruction / artist, Writhe Creations) 

Age of Ra (Bonus Track)

The Enemy Within

My Sword Hungers

Lady Dark Page

Sinner

Like Wolves That Bare Their Teeth

The Witch Hunt

Genre: 
Melodic Death Metal

Lyrical Themes: 
Mythology, Misanthropy, Nihilism, Fear, Horror

Members: 
Vocals: Jason Modryc
Lead Guitar: Wian Bester
Rhythm / Lead Guitar: Daniel Louw
Bass Guitar: Joshua Barkley

Past Members:
Chase Charles - Rhythm Guitar (2010 - 2012)
Wesley Du Preez - Rhythm Guitar (2012 - 2016)
Edrich Guldenphenning - Drums (2011 - 2014)
Jacques Du Preez - Drums (2014 - 2015)
Ross Wilsenach - Rhythm Guitar (2015 - 2018)
Evan Fourie - Drums (2015 - 2018)