Indianapolis, Indiana - (Sunday, June 28, 2026) - Some albums capture a moment in time. Others define it.

More than three decades after emerging from Central Indiana’s thriving hard rock scene, SERAIAH returns with ‘Devastating Daydream,’ the debut single and accompanying music video from the long-awaited definitive edition of Carnival World. Scheduled for release on July 10, 2026, through Eonian Records, the landmark reissue has been meticulously remixed and remastered while receiving an expansive archival presentation featuring stunning new artwork, a deluxe 36-page booklet, and premium packaging on both CD and collectible Blood Moon Red vinyl housed in a deluxe gatefold jacket.

Leading the new release is the video for “Devastating Daydream,” the album’s first single, which reached No. 8 on the CCM Metal Charts and remains one of SERAIAH’s most recognizable songs, underscoring the band’s enduring place in the late-’80s and early 90’s Christian hard rock & metal scene.

Formed in Indiana in 1985, SERAIAH quickly established itself as one of Midwest’s most exciting and ambitious metal bands. By the summer of 1988, the group had outgrown the regional club circuit, arriving at the legendary Metal Fest in Decatur, Illinois with a full-scale stage production and a confidence that matched its musicianship. Sharing the stage with Bride, Sacred Warrior, and Vengeance, SERAIAH delivered a breakthrough performance that earned the band a recording contract with Pure Metal Records and firmly established them among the premier rising acts in Christian hard rock and heavy metal.

When Carnival World was originally released in 1990, it displayed a band firing on all cylinders. Blistering guitar work, soaring vocal melodies, arena-sized choruses, and an unapologetic swagger combined into an album that many fans still regard as one of the hidden gems of the era. Frequently compared to the raw energy and infused attack of early Mötley Crüe, SERAIAH blended melody and muscle into a sound that remains every bit as compelling today as it was more than three decades ago.

Now, thirty-six years later, Carnival World returns in its most complete form ever.

The definitive edition has been completely remixed by Jeffrey Gardner of Plus One Audio Services and remastered by Rob Colwell to deliver a bigger, more dynamic listening experience while preserving the spirit and intensity of the original recordings.

The release features striking all-new artwork, a deluxe 36-page booklet containing a one hundred previously unpublished photographs from the band's personal archives, and an extensive historical essay by acclaimed music historian and friend of Eonian Record’s Arttie Parker. The CD edition also includes six exclusive live soundboard recordings including a blistering solo by Quinton Gibson, highlighted by bassist Tracy Ferrie's first recorded performance with SERAIAH before his later work with Stryper and Boston.

Fans can explore the band’s earliest years even further with the companion release, DEMOlish This, an archival collection featuring SERAIAH’s earliest demo recordings. Complete with its own deluxe booklet and an abundance of rare photographs, the collection offers an intimate look at the songs, rehearsals, and creative foundation that started the band.

For drummer and co-founder Kyle Dietz, hearing the album restored has been deeply emotional.

“I honestly don’t think Carnival World has ever sounded this powerful. From the drums to the guitars to the vocals, everything just hits harder and feels bigger. The energy is there, the attitude is there, and the emotion is still there after all these years. Fans are going to be blown away by the sound quality and the incredible packaging. More than a reissue, this Definitive Edition of Carnival World is the first milestone on our Road to Redemption ... a mission to reclaim our legacy from bad record deals, compromised production, and artwork that never did the music justice. This is the album as it was always meant to be heard and seen.”

Dietz says seeing “Devastating Daydream” receive a brand-new music video has been equally rewarding.

‘Seeing ‘Devastating Daydream’ come to life again with a brand-new music video has been surreal. When we were making this music all those years ago, we never imagined these songs would be getting a second life decades later. Working with Stephen Craig and Eonian Records has felt less like business and more like reconnecting with family. Stephen has a genuine passion for preserving music and honoring the bands that created it. The mindfulness and overall quality is absolutely unbelievable."

Guitarist and co-founder Quinton Gibson believes the project finally presents the music the way the band always envisioned.

“This release means a great deal to us because these songs represent such an important chapter in our lives. Hearing the album remixed and remastered with this level of care and intensity has been incredible. The songs feel alive, and the entire project captures the energy we always hoped listeners would experience. We’re incredibly grateful to Stephen and the Eonian team for believing in SERAIAH and giving Carnival World the definitive treatment it deserves.”

Quinton adds:

“Stephen understood exactly what made SERAIAH special from the very beginning. He respected the band’s history while helping bring the album into a completely new era. It was wonderful working with an old friend who cares deeply about the band, the music, the fans, and getting every detail right.”

Lead vocalist Brad Beckey says revisiting the album has been one of the most meaningful experiences of the band’s career.

“Revisiting Carnival World after all these years has been an incredible experience for all of us. Hearing these songs brought back to life with this kind of clarity, power, and energy is honestly overwhelming. We always believed in this album, but Eonian Records has taken it to another level. The new mix, mastering, packaging, and overall presentation exceeded anything we could have imagined.”

Reflecting on the band's unexpected resurgence, Beckey adds:

“There’s something really special about seeing music from your past find a new life decades later. This reissue feels like a celebration of everything we experienced together. We’re thankful beyond words to everyone who supported SERAIAH then and continues to support us now.”

Bassist Michael McClung, “I am very excited about the re-release of Carnival World. People will be hearing details in these songs they never heard before, and visually the Blood Moon Vinyl looks absolutely stunning. Eonian Records truly went above and beyond. This whole project has turned out really cool, and I cannot wait for everyone to experience the new version of Carnival World and the ‘Devastating Daydream’ video.”

McClung believes the companion video serves as the perfect introduction to SERAIAH’s long-overdue return.

“The new ‘Devastating Daydream’ video turned out fantastic, and I am excited for fans to finally experience this new visual presentation alongside the remixed and remastered album. This new release captures the raw essence of SERAIAH, just like it was back in the day. This whole project has reminded us just how powerful these songs still are.”

For Stephen Craig, Founder and Partner of Eonian Records and Executive Producer of Carnival World, the project has always been about preserving an important chapter in Christian hard rock & metal history.

“SERAIAH has always been one of those bands that deserved far more recognition than they ever received during their original run. Having known these guys for many years, it has been incredibly rewarding to help preserve and celebrate their legacy. Carnival World captures the band at its youthful prime, while DEMOlish This offers a fascinating look at the band as they started their journey.”

Craig continues:

“Our goal was not simply to reissue an album and some demos - it was to create the definitive historical document of an outstanding band that helped define an era of Christian hard rock & metal. Every remix, remaster, photograph, interview, and page of the booklets was approached with tremendous care and respect for the band’s history. I couldn’t be prouder of what we’ve accomplished together, and I believe longtime fans, as well as those discovering SERAIAH for the first time, are finally going to experience these recordings the way they always deserve to be heard.”

With the release of Carnival World, DEMOlish This, and the debut of the new “Devastating Daydream” music video, one of the Midwest’s most overlooked metal bands finally receives the definitive retrospective its music has earned.

The celebration of Carnival World will continue well beyond its release. On Friday, August 14, drummer Kyle Dietz and vocalist Brad Beckey will join longtime friend and legendary Sacred Warrior vocalist, Rey Parra, now fronting Worldview, on the Is It Wrong? Podcast for an in-depth conversation about the band’s history, Carnival World, and the remarkable journey behind its long-awaited return. The episode will also feature the exclusive premiere of SERAIAH's second music video, "Rise Up," a fan favorite that originally climbed to No. 2 with a lengthy stay in the CCM Metal Charts.

Pre-orders are now officially open. The definitive editions of Carnival World and DEMOlish This will be available worldwide beginning July 10, 2026, through Eonian Records and hard rock and heavy metal retailers worldwide. Both the Blood Moon Red Vinyl edition of Carnival World and the CD editions of both releases are strictly limited pressings, and fans are encouraged to secure their copies early while supplies last.

**SERAIAH Carnival World Lineup & Tracklist:**

SERAIAH is: Bradley Beckey on Lead Vocals & Backing Vocals, Quinton Gibson on All Guitars, Mandolin, & Backing Vocals, Michael McClung on Bass & Backing Vocals, Kyle Dietz on Drums

1. Carnival World 2. Devastating Daydream 3. Hear Their Cry 4. The Nature Of Things 5. No More Tears To Cry 6. Rise Up
7. You Know 8. Helpless Without You 9. Let Him Take Control 10. Fallen Heart 11. New Kind Of Voodoo | Quinton Solo (LIVE)
12. When It Rains (LIVE) 13. Whatever Happened To Your Love (LIVE) 14. Let Him Take Control (LIVE) 15. Song And Dance (LIVE) 16. Fever (LIVE)

**SERAIAH Carnival World Blood Moon Red Vinyl Tracklist:**

1. Carnival World 2. Devastating Daydream 3. Hear Their Cry 4. The Nature Of Things 5. No More Tears To Cry 6. Rise Up
7. You Know 8. Helpless Without You 9. Let Him Take Control 10. Fallen Heart

**SERAIAH DEMOlish This Lineup & Tracklist:**

SERAIAH is: David McClung on Lead Vocals, Quinton Gibson on Guitar & Backing Vocals, Michael McClung on Bass & Backing Vocals (Tracks 1-6), Mike Belt on Bass & Backing Vocals (Tracks 7-10), Kyle Dietz on Drums

1. Rock Without Sin 2. Known In Hell 3. Never Have To Say Goodbye Again 4. The Light 5. C’mon Get Up! 6. Why? 7. Foxy On The Inside 8. Whatever Happened To Your Love 9. Won’t You Look 10. Always With Me

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Founded in 2008, Eönian Records is a U.S.-based label, online store, and global distributor dedicated to preserving and promoting the best in melodic rock, glam, and hard rock from the '80s to today. Eönian Records is the proud home to yesterday’s unsung Hard Rock heroes by specializing in rare and often never-released recordings, as well as rising artists alike.    