The Ascended are a 4-piece metal outfit from Warrnambool / Melbourne, Victoria that was founded in 2014, Drawing influences from groove, thrash and melodic metal sub-genres, The Ascended strives to perform with a high level of energy, with riffs that stick in the listener’s head. Through 2014-2017 The Ascended released 2 EP's and a single and embarked on 3 Australian tours, taking their music across the country. 2018 saw The Ascended release their debut album 'Awaken Within' and tour nationally in support of the release. Headstrong into 2019, The Ascended continued to play across the country before heading out on a Headline tour of Japan in May. 2021 saw the band release their second record 'The Dark' a refinement on previously delivered sound as well as a step forward for the band.