Rising Metalcore duo Cataclysmic – featuring both Ava Toton and Derek Romero – have released a brand new single: Entropy, available to stream now.
You can listen to Entropy here:
“Blending influences from Spiritbox, Alpha Wolf, Periphery, and Loathe, Cataclysmic forges a modern identity rooted in djent-driven guitar work, ambient shoegaze textures, and a dynamic interplay between screamed verses and soaring melodic choruses. Both Ava and Derek share lead-guitar duties while commanding all instrumentation and production. Ava fronts the track with razor-edged vocals, supported by Derek’s layered backing screams.
Ava Toton — California
At just 16, Ava brings an impressive, fast-growing catalog — two solo EPs, numerous singles, and a wide range of collaborations. From picking up the guitar at age five under instructor Rafael Macedo, to releasing A.V.A. (2021) and Charm School Dropout (2022), she has consistently expanded her sonic universe. Her 2023 singles Embers and Like a Girl further showcased her signature mix of intensity and melody.
Her 2025 tracks Decay and Phoenix reveal a shift toward darker, heavier, more intricate production — a trajectory fully realized in Cataclysmic. With “Entropy,” Ava’s emotional storytelling, sharp riffing, and modern metalcore sensibilities reach a powerful new peak.
Derek Romero — Texas
Now 15, Derek has rapidly evolved from a prodigious young guitarist into a fully developed songwriter and producer. His sound is defined by blistering riffs, groove-heavy breakdowns, and tight rhythmic control. Derek’s weighty, percussive approach blends seamlessly with Ava’s melodic shredding and dynamic vocal delivery, shaping Cataclysmic’s unmistakable identity.
Together, Ava and Derek craft a sound that is precise, atmospheric, and relentlessly heavy — a fusion of youthful ambition and professional-level execution. “Entropy” reinforces Cataclysmic’s arrival as one of metalcore’s most promising new acts, marking the next step in a project built on chemistry, skill, and a shared vision of modern heaviness.”
PRESS SOURCE: Collapse Agency.
