Varials, formed in Philadelphia, built their name on raw honesty across their early records. Their 2025 album WHERE THE LIGHT LEAVES marks a rebirth, pulling from their heaviest roots and introducing Skyler as the band’s new frontman. Produced by Josh Schroeder, it captures them at their most instinctive. Onstage, Skyler, Mike, Sean, and Shane remain one of heavy music’s most cathartic live forces.