Hellripper is a Scottish black/speed metal project run entirely by James McBain, born in Aberdeen in 1995 and now based in the Scottish Highlands. Since starting the band in 2014, McBain has written, recorded and mixed every album himself, drawing on Venom, Darkthrone, Motörhead and early thrash to forge a sound rooted in Scottish folklore, witchcraft and occult history. The fourth album, Coronach (Century Media Records, 2026), is his most ambitious work yet and has drawn wide critical acclaim.
Hellripper released their fourth album, Coronach, on 27 March 2026 via Century Media Records, to wide critical acclaim.
Hellripper announced Coronach and released the lead single 'Hunderprest', a video for which was filmed at Damnation Festival 2025.
Hellripper signed to Century Media Records for the release of their fourth album, marking a significant step up in label profile.
Hellripper played their first-ever US show at Houston's Hell's Heroes festival in March 2025.
Third album Warlocks Grim & Withered Hags debuted at number 11 on the UK Official Rock & Metal Album Charts upon release via Peaceville Records.
concert19:00Hellripper, the Scottish one-man black/speed metal project, brings its fast and uncompromising sound to Göteborg with support from Necrofier.
concert18:30Hellripper and Necrofier play metal in Stockholm.