Sydney via the Earth long haired and occasionally bearded metal men Mortification (alliteration! is wonderful) are nearing completion on their latest behemoth, entitled Erasing The Goblin.

While it's yet to be made official offically, it appears drummer Damien Percy will be offered a permanent posting behind the kit for the band. Steve Rowe said he expects the album to be released early next year, the three-piece will then head out on a world tour.