Dark Flag is the fourth studio album by American metalcore band Phinehas. The album was released on November 17, 2017, through Solid State Records, the band's first release through the label. It was produced by Matt Goldman and Daniel Gailey, the band's guitarist.
Composition Dark Flag is a concept album about human rights abuse in North Korea. Originally, the band recorded the album in four with Sean McCulloch on vocals, Daniel Gailey on guitar, Bryce Kelley on bass, and Lee Humerian on drums. However, Humerian left the band during production of the record while they were also on tour. Gailey produced the album with Matt Goldman (Underoath, Copeland, The Chariot). Track 10, "Communion for Ravens", features guest vocals from Jimmy Ryan of Haste the Day.
Track listing
Personnel Phinehas Sean McCulloch – lead vocals, artwork Daniel Gailey – guitars, backing vocals, engineering, mixing, production Bryce Kelley – bass, backing vocals Lee Humerian – drums, backing vocals (left during production)
Additional musicians Jimmy Ryan of Haste the Day – guest vocals on track 10, "Communion for Ravens" Luke Conway – additional vocals Lauren Gailey – additional vocals Alex Garmon – additional vocals Keifer Johnson – additional vocals Parry Kitt – additional vocals Joshua Landry – additional vocals Ben White – additional vocals Dustin Williams – additional vocals
Additional personnel Matt Goldman – production, vocal engineering Nicholas Morzov – drum engineering Troy Glessner – mastering Scott Baldwin Lee – vibe mastering Adam Skatula – A&R Jim Hughes – layout Sarah McCulloch – photography
Charts Chart (2017) PeakPosition U.S. Billboard Hard Rock Albums 20 U.S. Billboard Independent Albums 18 U.S. Billboard Top Christian Albums 11
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