Asava

Asava is a melodic metalcore group from Canton, United States. It develops a modern metal sound that combines atmospheric and progressive elements with heavy riffs, melodic hooks and shifting dynamics. The band is fronted by Liam Brocious, who handles vocals, guitar, directing and editing, and the lineup also includes bassist Greg Cochran, drummer Spencer Cindia, and guitarists Zach Rusher and Garrett Gump.

Background

The group forms around childhood friends and has roots stretching back nearly a decade. Its earlier material appears in a more straightforward alternative rock style, including a debut release in 2020 and the single “25” in 2022.

Music and style

Asava’s songs often use brooding, cinematic builds before moving into heavier passages. Brocious’s vocals move between cleaner, vulnerable singing and a more forceful delivery. The band’s writing and arrangement style emphasise contrast, emotional themes and detailed structures, with tracks such as “Acceptance,” “Rue,” “Confidence,” “Leigh” and “Valhalla” showing that approach.

The group is also associated with a visual-first presentation. Brocious directs and edits much of the band’s video work, including the crime-noir style companion project How Long Is Forever?, which accompanies the full-length Mantras. The album marks the band’s breakthrough and is presented alongside this wider visual narrative.

Context and influences

Listeners and critics often compare Asava’s sound to Sleep Token and Bad Omens, while some hear influence from Deftones, Fair to Midland and progressive rock. The band is generally described through its mix of emotion, atmosphere and heaviness, with lyrics focused on struggle, self-acceptance, loss and resilience.