In the middle of America, the cornfields stretch for miles, and the wind off the Mississippi can sound like the distant roar of a crowd. Davenport, Iowa, is not the first place you’d expect to find a record label pushing the boundaries of both faith and ferocity. Yet, from this city—a stone’s throw from the river—Coleiosis Records has emerged, a beacon for those who believe that sacred conviction and extreme music aren’t mutually exclusive. Here, metal isn’t just music; it’s ministry, it’s struggle, it’s the sound of hope screamed into the void.
The Story of Coleiosis Records
Coleiosis Records began with a simple, radical idea: that Christian media could be as wild, raw, and boundary-pushing as anything out there. Founded by Cole Bezotte—a musician, bass player, and passionate advocate for both faith and heavy music—the label has become a home for artists who refuse to compromise on either their sound or their spiritual vision.
Since its inception, Coleiosis has specialized in Christian extreme metal and grindcore, but the label’s roster runs the gamut: black metal, death metal, ambient, rock, and more. It’s a label for outsiders, run by outsiders—people who find as much truth in a blast beat as in a Bible verse.
With their headquarters in Davenport, Coleiosis has built a reputation not just for their music, but for the sense of community they foster. Fans and artists alike gather on Bandcamp and social media to share stories, struggle, and support. For many, this is not just a label—it’s a lifeline.
The Community and the Mission
What sets Coleiosis apart is its explicit mission: “to provide Christian media of all genres for the greater glory of God.” It’s a line you’ll see on every album, every post, and every merch drop. But this isn’t a sanitized, safe-for-church kind of Christianity. These are artists wrestling with doubt, pain, and the darkness of the world—sometimes with nothing but their faith and their guitars to shield them.
The label’s Bandcamp page reads like a catalog of spiritual warfare: “BLACKCRUST,” “Reanimated Corpse,” “When Everything Gets Dark,” and tributes to the legendary Mortification. There’s a sense that Coleiosis is building something bigger than just a business. They’re building a movement—a place where believers who love heavy music can come together without having to check their convictions at the door (Coleiosis Bandcamp Community).
WARMETAL MYSTICISM and “No More Have Mercy”
Every movement has its prophets, and in the world of Coleiosis, one of the loudest voices belongs to Kenneth Holsen. A prolific multi-instrumentalist and vocalist, Holsen has spent nearly two decades pushing the boundaries of Christian metal, blending genres from unblack (Christian black metal) to grindcore and death.
His latest project, WARMETAL MYSTICISM, is a one-man act that fuses crushing riffs, atmospheric textures, and raw, guttural vocals with lyrics rooted in faith and struggle. The new album, “No More Have Mercy,” released on October 13, 2025, is a testament to both Holsen’s vision and the label’s mission (Metal Archives).
Track-by-Track: The Anatomy of “No More Have Mercy”
The album opens with the title track, “No More Have Mercy,” four minutes and eighteen seconds of relentless drumming and jagged guitar. From the first note, Holsen makes it clear: this is not music for the faint of heart. The lyrics are a cry for justice and redemption, delivered with a force that feels both desperate and defiant.
“Avenge The Blood” and “Cease The Kingdom” follow, each track layering new textures—blistering guitar runs, cavernous bass, and Holsen’s unmistakable growl. There’s a sense of narrative here, a journey through darkness and doubt, each song a chapter in a larger story.
By the time we reach “Will Not Save Them” and “Gathered Together,” the album’s themes emerge: the struggle for faith in a hostile world, the cost of belief, and the hope for something greater. Holsen’s lyrics are unapologetically Christian, but there’s nothing preachy here. Instead, these songs feel like conversations with God—sometimes angry, sometimes pleading, always honest.
The album’s second half—“Way With Thorns,” “Will Go And Return,” “Make A Covenant,” “Without A Sacrifice,” and “Incense Upon The Hills”—continues this journey, blending doom-laden riffs with moments of unexpected beauty. The production is raw but powerful, every instrument and vocal line given space to breathe.
The Sound: Where Metal Meets Worship
What makes “No More Have Mercy” stand out is its willingness to blur boundaries—not just between genres, but between the sacred and the profane. This is worship music for the battle-scarred, hymns for those who know that faith is often forged in fire. Holsen’s vocals are harsh but sincere, and the instrumentation moves effortlessly from grindcore chaos to ambient introspection.
The album’s artwork—designed by Cole Bezotte himself—captures this tension: a stark, haunting image that feels both ancient and modern, sacred and unsettling.
The Label’s Growing Legacy
Coleiosis Records continues to release new music at a steady clip. 2025 alone has seen a flurry of albums: “BLACKCRUST,” “To The Barbarians,” “Childhood Trauma,” and two tributes to Mortification. Each release is a piece of a larger puzzle, evidence that the label is more than a business—it’s a living, growing community (Eternal Flames).
Fans can buy CDs and vinyl through the label’s site or Bandcamp, and merch is available on Redbubble, giving listeners a way to support the artists directly and fairly. In a time when streaming often leaves musicians out in the cold, Coleiosis is committed to making sure their artists get paid—quickly and honestly.
The Future of Faith and Fury
For Cole Bezotte and the artists of Coleiosis Records, the mission is clear: keep pushing, keep creating, and keep building a community where faith and ferocity can coexist. In Davenport and beyond, they’re proving that Christian metal isn’t a contradiction—it’s a calling.
As “No More Have Mercy” finds its audience, it’s clear that Coleiosis Records is carving out a space all its own. In the noise and chaos of the modern world, they’re a reminder that music can still mean something, that art and faith can still shake the walls.
Final Thoughts
Coleiosis Records isn’t just a label; it’s a movement. In the heart of Iowa, they’re making music for the margins—loud, honest, and unashamed. “No More Have Mercy” by WARMETAL MYSTICISM is just the latest proof that, sometimes, the most powerful voices come from the places we least expect.
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FAQ — Coleiosis Records / WARMETAL MYSTICISM
Who is Kenneth Holsen, and what is WARMETAL MYSTICISM?
Kenneth Holsen is a multi-instrumentalist and vocalist operating where unblack/black, death, and grind intersect. WARMETAL MYSTICISM is his one-man project.
What makes “No More Have Mercy” stand out?
Deliberate rawness with space; narrative intent over brickwalled loudness; lyrics as prayer-in-motion rather than sermonizing.
How can fans support the label and artists?
Buy music on Bandcamp, pick up merch on Redbubble, and subscribe on YouTube for premieres and updates.
Text: Eternal Flames | Publication date: October 2025