Malevolent Creation have officially returned to a five-piece lineup, welcoming back vocalist/guitarist Deron Miler. The revamped ensemble now consists of Miler, bassist/vocalist Jesse Jolly, guitarist Chris Cannella, drummer Ronnie Parmer, and founding guitarist Phil Fasciana. Malevolent Creation also revealed they will begin work on their 14th studio album, Return Fire, in January. Additionally, the group noted there will be no live shows in 2026, prioritizing time in the studio.

In a statement shared on Saturday (29th), the band expressed:

“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. Were 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 line up should be very intense on our new album “Return Fire” Malevolent Creation Band”

The update follows a turbulent year for Fasciana, who recently apologized for mixing alcohol with prescription medication during tour, and who was previously hospitalized over the summer after developing a life-threatening bacterial pneumonia.

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