MALEVOLENT CREATION Reunite With Deron Miller (Ex-CKY), Outline New Album ‘Return Fire’

Veteran death metal unit Malevolent Creation have officially welcomed vocalist/guitarist Deron Miller back into the fold, marking his first return to the lineup since his 2022–2024 stint. The Buffalo-based group also confirmed that their upcoming fourteenth studio album — titled ‘Return Fire’ — is now taking shape, with writing scheduled to begin at the start of 2026.

In a statement released this morning (November 29th), the band detailed their newly restored five-piece formation and what Miller’s presence means for the project:

“It is official!! Malevolent Creation has returned to a 5 piece with Deron Miler returning on vocals/guitar, Jesse Jolly bass/vocals, Chris Cannella guitars, Ronnie Parmer drums and Phil Fasciana guitars. We feel this will be the best way to retain the classic MC sound and now with 3 guitars we can do things we have wanted to do but never could. 3 part guitar harmonies and playing songs that have not been played in many years.”

They also emphasized that the recording process will take priority over any live activity:

“We’re going to start working on our 14th studio album in January and there will be no live shows in 2026 (never say never) but finishing our new album is top priority. Let’s welcome Deron Miller back into the band and this lineup should be very intense on our new album ‘Return Fire’.“

With three guitarists now in place, the band say they’re aiming to tap deeper into their classic sound while expanding their harmonic range for the forthcoming Return Fire sessions.

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