Due to be released on physical formats on May 3rd in North America and May 23rd in Europe, Dirge is already causing such a buzz on the internet that fans the world over are trying to get hold of the album well in advance of its official release.

Earache and Wormrot have decided to give the fans what they want and spare them the possibility of downloading viruses and malware from untrusted websites by offering a free MP3 download of the complete album from the official Earache page.

Wormrot have made the following statement: "We realised that all you grinders were so excited for more 'Abuse' with DIRGE that it's leaked, so we said 'what the f***, here it is' - for you free in MP3 format to download right now. Get a t-shirt while you're at it you f***ing cheapskates! Nabey cheebai!"

Find out for yourself what all the buzz is about and get your free download of DIRGE here

The download is a 40MB ZIP file, containing all 25 tracks in 320kbps MP3 format. All tracks are DRM free.

DIRGE is available to pre-order now on CD, as well as limited edition coloured vinyl LP featuring two bonus tracks.

The coloured vinyl is available in the following quantities and colours:

100 - Black & White Splatter
200 - Yellow
300 - Red & White Splatter
300 - Red
600 - Black

Dirge will also be available in Europe on limited edition CD with a bonus DVD featuring an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the making of the album.

Wormrot are currently on the road for their "Dirge Across America" tour. Don't miss them at the following remaining shows: