California death metallers Carnifex have inked a deal with Nuclear Blast Records. The band will enter Audiohammer studios in Sanford, Florida later this month with producer Mark Lewis (Arsis, The Black Dahlia Murder, Whitechapel, Devildriver, Deicide, Six Feet Under) to begin recording their new album for an early 2014 release.

Comments Carnifex frontman Scott Lewis: "Signing with Nuclear Blast is a career-defining moment for Carnifex.

"To be aligned with the largest metal label on earth is a true honor.

"This worldwide deal signals a turning point for us as a band and individuals.

"Together with Nuclear Blast, you will see Carnifex like you have never seen us before.

"Prepare yourself for an album that crushes any and all expectations. An album that will stand as the definitive mark for modern metal."

In other news, Carnifex has announced the addition of longtime friend Jordan Lockrey as the band's new lead guitarist.

Carnifex's latest album, "Until I Feel Nothing", was released on October 25, 2011 via Victory Records. The Cd was produced by Tim Lambesis of As I Lay Dying.