A confirmed North American release date for the thirteenth full-length from PRO-PAIN, Absolute Power, has been set for later this summer.

To be released in North America this August 10th, 2010 via Regain Records, Absolute Power explores several sides to the tried-and-true American unit's somewhat patented sound. While a vast chunk of the album immediately recalls standard Pro-Pain NYC-style metal/hardcore crossover attacks, many elements at play on Absolute Power infiltrate totally new ground for the band. Recorded at Little Creek Studio in Gelterkinden, Switzerland, the record features ten thunderous anthems, bridging the gap between the hardcore club and the massive rock arena.

Formed by vocalist/bassist Gary Meskil (ex-CRUMBSUCKERS), New York-based Pro-Pain have over the years benefited from substantial support from an ever-growing and loyal fanbase as well as metal media and radio. Today, now joined by long term guitarist Tom Klimchuck, as well as newer members Marshall Stephens on rhythm guitar and Ricky Halverson on drums, the band's worldwide catalog sales approaches one million units.

Plans for the band to tour the US and Europe extensively in support of Absolute Power are beyond imminent, they're a reality, as the band has secured a stack of German dates this summer. More tour actions are in the planning stages and will be announced shortly.

Absolute Power tracklisting:

'Unrestrained'

'Destroy The Enemy'

'Stand My Ground' (featuring DESTRUCTION's Schmier)

'Road To Nowhere'

'AWOL'

'Hell On Earth'

'Divided We Stand'

'Gone Rogue (I Apologize)'

'Rise Of The Antichrist'

'Hate Coalition'

More on the band, including their live itinerary, at this location.