Interview: The Weight of Sound with John Robert Centorrino (Vocals) of Crystal Lake

Carl Fisher 1 min read

Japanese metalcore force Crystal Lake are back with their seventh studio album, The Weight of Sound, set for release on 23rd January 2026 via Century Media Records.

Crystal Lake - The Weight of Sound Artwork

The Weight of Sound is a strong and confident statement from Crystal Lake. It showcases a band that knows exactly who they are while still finding room to evolve. Across the album, they balance aggression, melody, and variety well. Intelligent guest appearances and sharp, focused songwriting help elevate the tracks. While some moments occasionally feel familiar, particularly within the conventions of metalcore, there are plenty of standout passages of brutality, catchiness, and genuine emotion. All of this is delivered with precision and intent. As a whole, The Weight of Sound stands as one of the most complete and engaging releases in Crystal Lake’s catalogue to date.

Read the full review here.

A little before Christmas last year (2025), we spoke to vocalist John Robert Centorrino. Digging into the detail of the album, his creative experience, the work that has gone into making this version of Crystal Lake a reality, and much more.

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