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On his 77th birthday, legendary keyboardist Rick Wakeman has revealed plans for a major UK tour in early 2027. Joined by the English Rock Ensemble, Rick Wakeman will hit the road for The Wizard Of Prog – Ultimate Highlights Concert Tour, running throughout February and March.

Since reforming The English Rock Ensemble in 2022, Rick Wakeman has steadily expanded the scope of the band’s live performances. What began with two sold-out nights at London’s Palladium evolved into the successful The Return Of The Caped Crusader Parts 1 and 2 tours, helping establish the current lineup as one of the strongest in his long career.

The upcoming trek will be the longest UK tour undertaken by the band to date. The run begins in Brighton on February 17 and continues through Poole, Bristol, Cardiff, Ipswich, Manchester, Edinburgh, Gateshead, Sheffield, Liverpool, Folkestone, Oxford, Southend, London, Birmingham and York before wrapping up in Leicester on March 12. Tickets are available here.

Unlike previous tours that centered around a complete album performance, this show will draw from across Rick Wakeman‘s extensive catalog. Fans can expect selections from landmark releases including Journey To The Centre Of The Earth and The Myths & Legends Of King Arthur & The Knights Of The Round Table, along with material from his solo career and music recorded with Yes. A number of surprises are also planned for the setlist.

The touring lineup remains unchanged from 2025’s Return Of The Caped Crusader Part 2 tour. Alongside Rick Wakeman, the band features Jesse Smith on lead vocals, Adam Wakeman on keyboards, guitars, and backing vocals, Dave Colquhoun on guitars and backing vocals, Lee Pomeroy on bass and backing vocals, Adam Falkner on drums, and backing vocalists Sara Davey, Jo Goldsmith-Eteson, and Jo Marshall.

Fans attending the shows can expect a career-spanning performance covering more than five decades of music. According to Rick Wakeman, the upcoming run carries special significance.

“All tours are special, but this one is really very special,” Rick promises. “I can’t exactly tell you why, but trust me… it is!”

In addition to the tour announcement, Rick Wakeman is preparing to release his definitive autobiography, The Wizard Of Prog, later this year. The book chronicles the highs, lows, comebacks and excesses of his remarkable career and is scheduled for publication on October 29, 2026. Pre-orders are available now.

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Judas Priest have unveiled four additional visualizer videos tied to their upcoming compilation The Best Of Judas Priest, which arrives on June 19 through Sony Music. The release gathers material from across the band’s long career, highlighting the songs that helped establish them as one of heavy metal’s most influential acts.

The collection spans more than five decades of music from Judas Priest, a band that has played a major role in shaping both the sound and visual identity of heavy metal. With more than 50 million albums sold worldwide and over 2.5 billion streams across their catalog, their legacy continues to resonate with fans across generations.

Among the featured tracks are fan favorites such as “Breaking The Law,” “You’ve Got Another Thing Coming,” “Electric Eye,” “Turbo Lover” and “Painkiller.” Together, the songs provide a snapshot of the band’s evolution while showcasing some of the recordings that became cornerstones of the genre.

Designed to appeal to both newcomers and longtime followers, The Best Of Judas Priest serves as an accessible introduction to the band’s catalog while also offering a concise overview of their most recognizable material.

In addition to the compilation release, Judas Priest will remain active on the live front throughout the summer with a series of European performances. The band is also scheduled to appear at the Bloodstock festival in the U.K. on August 9, followed by a headline concert at the Eventim Apollo in Hammersmith on September 21.

Fans can also look forward to The Ballad Of Judas Priest, a new documentary directed by Tom Morello and Sam Dunn. The film recently premiered at the Berlin Film Festival and offers an in-depth look at the band’s extensive career. Its wider release is expected later this year.

You can now pre-order the collection here.

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W.A.S.P. have unveiled a new video trailer for their upcoming 1984 To Headless North American tour, which will feature K.K.’s Priest as special guests. The trek begins on September 10 in California and will run through October 31, covering the United States and Canada.

The tour focuses on material from the band’s first four studio albums, revisiting the era that established W.A.S.P. as one of heavy metal’s most recognizable acts.

According to the band’s announcement: “1984 To Headless”, the fall 2026 North American tour, W.A.S.P. returns playing live in the US and Canada, paying tribute to their first four albums… Live!

Selected hits from W.A.S.P.’s first four abums promise to create a true rock ‘n roll spectacle complete with a live stage show bringing those albums alive for the first… and only time.

The first five years of artist’s careers most always determine what their legacy will be if they go on to greatness, or be remembered as a footnote in music history. W.A.S.P. cemented their place in rock history in those first five years with their iconic first album in 1984, followed the next year with The Last Command, Inside The Electric Circus in 1987 and capped with the their greatest yet, The Headless Children in 1989.

In their fabled 44 year history, W.A.S.P. have been pioneers of shock rock, psycho drama and live spectacles that are now legendary in the world of rock.

The band will take the “1984 To Headless” Tour to Europe and the world in 2027.”

Frontman Blackie Lawless shared his thoughts on the upcoming run: “It’s hard to express the genuine excitement I’m feeling in describing the “1984 To Headless” U.S. Tour. Playing those songs from those first four albums in a combined package like this is something we’ve never attempted before. In addition to the songs, the entire stage show will look like the album covers from those records will come alive… right right before your eyes!

“Complete with all the history and bombastic live presentations that’s made this band one of the great live bands in the theatrical rock world. When elements of those album covers start to come alive, right on the stage before the people it’s gonna be something they’ll not soon forget!

“I’m also equally thrilled to bring K. K.’s Priest and those iconic hit’s onboard for all the fall 2026 U.S. shows. Both bands… together… on the same stage… on the same night… where do I get my ticket?

“It’s gonna make the “1984 To Headless” tour one for the rock ages!”

K.K. Downing also commented on the tour partnership: “Great news! KK’s Priest is going to be returning to the US and Canada this September and October 2026! We will be teaming up together with metal legends W.A.S.P. and with over 40 shows, this is going to be an epic metal and steel tour featuring lots of Priest classics! We look forward to seeing you all again very soon so please get on board early, we do not want you to miss this one.”

In addition to the concerts, W.A.S.P. will once again offer VIP packages. Fans purchasing VIP tickets will have the opportunity to meet Blackie Lawless, receive autographs, take a personal photo with him, access the traveling W.A.S.P. museum featuring new additions since the band’s previous U.S. tour, and participate in a question-and-answer session with the singer.

With a setlist built around the band’s formative years and a production designed to recreate the visual identity of those classic records, the 1984 To Headless tour will revisit the albums that helped establish W.A.S.P. as a major force in heavy metal during the 1980s.

Find W.A.S.P.’s complete tour itinerary, tickets, and VIP here. Watch the new trailer below.

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A new trailer has been released for Frampton, the upcoming documentary chronicling the life and career of legendary guitarist Peter Frampton.

The two-and-a-half-minute preview features archival photos, vintage performance footage, and interviews with a wide range of musicians and industry figures, including Sheryl Crow, Ringo Starr, Tom Morello of Rage Against The Machine, director Cameron Crowe, Alice Cooper, Tommy Shaw of Styx, Nancy Wilson of Heart, Roger Daltreyof The Who, and others.

Frampton follows the British musician’s journey from his breakthrough years to the present day. According to the film’s synopsis: “From the explosive heights of Frampton Comes Alive! to the quiet introspection of his final tour, Frampton is an intimate portrait of a rock icon who soared, stumbled, and rose again.

This feature documentary traces Peter Frampton‘s extraordinary life and career — from his meteoric rise in the 1970s that made him a global sensation, through the turbulent years that tested his artistry, identity, and resilience.

As the roar of stadium crowds faded, Frampton faced the daunting task of rebuilding — reinventing his sound and rediscovering his purpose across solo projects, collaborations, and relentless touring. Behind the stage lights, personal sacrifices and fractured family ties reveal the cost of fame that few ever see.

Now, diagnosed with Inclusion Body Myositis, a degenerative muscle condition threatening his ability to play guitar, Frampton stands at a profound crossroads. Frampton captures the soulful poignancy of an artist confronting both the passage of time and his own physical limits, determined to make every performance count.”

Directed by longtime Peter Frampton bandleader Rob Arthur, the documentary gives the guitarist the opportunity to tell his story in his own words. The film covers his early days with The Herd and Humble Pie, his emergence as a solo artist, and the massive success that followed during the mid-1970s.

Combining archival material with footage from recent tours, the documentary examines both the highs and challenges of Frampton‘s career while featuring contributions from many of the musicians who shared that era with him.

The official description continues: “Directed by Frampton‘s own longtime bandleader Rob Arthur, the film allows the British musician to recount, in his own words, how he first came to prominence in the bands The Herd and Humble Pie before becoming a solo artist and experiencing a meteoric rise to selling out stadium shows in 1976.

Mixing archival footage with interviews and performance from Frampton‘s latest tour, this documentary shows not only where the musician has been but where he is and hopes to go, charting out all the trials and victories along the way. Filled with stories of (and interviews with) many of his fellow musicians of the era, this picture stands as a testament to some of the perils that come with fame and value lying in the making of music and bonds through the years.”

The film is scheduled to premiere on June 4 at the Tribeca Festival in New York City.

Earlier this year, Peter Frampton marked the 50th anniversary of his landmark live release Frampton Comes Alive!. Originally issued in 1976, the album became one of the best-selling live records in history, moving nearly 20 million copies worldwide. To celebrate the milestone, a special Vinylphyle edition was released through A&M/UMe, featuring audio sourced from the original 1975 Doug Sax production master and pressed on 180-gram black vinyl.

Across more than six decades in music, Peter Frampton has built a reputation as one of rock’s most respected guitarists. His achievements include a Grammy Award for Fingerprints in 2007, induction into the Musicians Hall Of Fame in 2014, and the Les Paul Innovation Award at the NAMM TEC Awards in 2019.

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Bear McCreary is continuing the story of his symphonic metal project The Singularity with the release of a new album, The Singularity: Ekleipsis, arriving July 31 through Sparks & Shadows Records and Mutant.

The project began in 2024 with the release of The Singularity, a hard rock and metal concept album featuring an impressive lineup of guest performers, including Serj Tankian of System Of A Down, Corey Taylor of Slipknot, Rufus Wainwright, and others.

The upcoming follow-up, The Singularity: Ekleipsis, expands on that narrative. Written primarily by Bear McCreary and his brother Brendan McCreary, the album takes its title from the ancient Greek word for “abandonment” and explores themes centered on perseverance, struggle, and disillusionment.

The record once again brings together a wide range of notable names from the rock and metal worlds. Contributors include Joseph Duplantier (Gojira), Patrick Stump (Fall Out Boy), Claudio Sanchez (Coheed And Cambria), Jens Kidman (Meshuggah), Alissa White-Gluz (Arch Enemy), Tim Henson (Polyphia), Steve Vai, Slash (Guns N’ Roses), Duff McKagan (Guns N’ Roses), Chad Smith (Red Hot Chili Peppers), Stewart Copeland (The Police), and more.

The latest preview of the album is the new track “Cool Kids”, featuring Slash, Duff McKagan, Chad Smith, and Brendan McCreary.

Discussing the song, Bear McCreary said: “‘Cool Kids’ was born when [bassist] Duff McKagan sent me a voice memo of a riff he was messing around with. My ears perked up instantly — his riff was undeniable! So Duff and I went into the studio the next week, along with my brother, vocalist Brendan McCreary, and [drummer] Chad Smith from Red Hot Chili Peppers wrote the song together. We went in with Duff‘s initial riff and our enthusiasm, and walked out with ‘Cool Kids’. When Slash got back into town, he added his signature screaming guitar parts, and there it was.

“‘Cool Kids’ is a song about all of us being proudly who we are, but I wouldn’t blame anybody for assuming the title was inspired by the fact that Brendan and I got to create this song with the coolest kids in rock and roll.”

When The Singularity: Ekleipsis was first unveiled in April, McCreary offered additional insight into the album:

“I need more cinematic metal in my life! The Singularity: Ekleipsis builds upon the musical and narrative themes of my 2024 album The Singularity, and this time around it rocks even harder. My brother, vocalist/producer Brendan McCreary, and I were once again thrilled to partner with a number of inspiring artists for this record, each of whom brought their unique musical personalities and perspectives to the project.

“‘Black Box’, our debut single, was written in collaboration with and features Joe Duplantier, of the iconic band Gojira. It blends my cinematic background with Joe‘s distinctive vocals, harmonized beautifully by the legendary women’s choir the Mystery Of The Bulgarian Voices. Equally inspired by ’90s alternative bands, Eastern European folk music, symphonic film scores, and progressive metal, ‘Black Box’ encapsulates the epic scope of ‘Ekleipsis’ while just cracking open the door to the rest of the album.”

While many metal fans know Bear McCreary for his extensive work in film, television, and video games, the composer has steadily expanded his presence in heavy music. After launching his career under the mentorship of legendary composer Elmer Bernstein, McCreary became widely recognized for his score to Battlestar Galactica and has since earned multiple Emmy Awards, BAFTA Awards, Grammy nominations, and International Film Music Critics Association honors.

With The Singularity: Ekleipsis, McCreary continues to bridge cinematic composition and modern metal, assembling another diverse cast of musicians while pushing the project further into heavier territory.

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The Who have released the official video for “Won’t Get Fooled Again”, taken from their newly issued live album Live At Eden Project, available now through earMUSIC.

Few rock bands can match the influence and longevity of The Who, and the new release captures a significant performance from the band’s later years. Recorded during their July 2023 appearance at Cornwall’s Eden Project, Live At Eden Project documents a concert that paired the group’s classic material with orchestral arrangements performed alongside the Heart of England Philharmonic Orchestra.

The show featured founding members Pete Townshend and Roger Daltrey, who delivered a set that combined the power of the band’s catalog with the added depth of a full orchestra. The unique setting of the Eden Project, known for its striking biomes and environmentally focused mission, provided an intimate atmosphere and acoustics that differed greatly from the arenas and stadiums where The Who have traditionally performed.

The recording captures that environment, allowing listeners to experience the connection between the band and audience in a venue with a smaller capacity than many of the group’s recent performances. The result is a live document that highlights both the scale of the orchestral arrangements and the details of the band’s performance.

The setlist draws from multiple eras of The Who‘s career. Alongside well-known songs such as “Baba O’Riley”, “Pinball Wizard”, and “Won’t Get Fooled Again”, the album also includes less frequently performed tracks including “Cry If You Want”, “Anyway, Anyhow, Anywhere”, and “The Rock”.

Live At Eden Project is available in several formats, including a 2CD digipak, a limited three-LP gatefold edition pressed on recycled vinyl and packaged without plastic shrink wrap, a standard three-LP gatefold version, and digital editions.

For fans of The Who, the release offers a detailed snapshot of the band’s orchestral era, showcasing a performance that balances classic rock energy with the expanded dynamics of a full symphonic backing. The combination of the Eden Project’s distinctive setting, a carefully selected setlist, and the band’s veteran lineup makes Live At Eden Project a notable addition to The Who‘s extensive live catalog.

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RushCon has announced a special fan event to coincide with the opening night of Rush‘s upcoming tour.

The Rush Tour Opening Night Fan Watch Party will take place on Sunday, June 7 at 6:30 p.m. PT / 9:30 p.m. ET, giving fans a chance to follow the first show of the tour in real time, whether they are attending the concert or watching from home.

A message from RushCon states: “Rush is back. Are you ready? The tour opens Sunday at The Forum in LA. Whether you’ll be in the crowd or watching from home, we’re celebrating the moment with you. Can’t make it to LA? Get spoiled with us instead.

RushCon is hosting a live fan watch party on YouTube with Chaz N Schatz from the Rush Rash podcast. Our correspondents at the Forum will feed us the setlist song by song, photos from inside, and real-time reactions while our hosts react live the whole night. It’s the next best thing to being there.

Head here on Sunday at 6:30 PM – PT. Subscribe and turn on notifications to get a reminder the moment we go live.

Going to the show? We’re looking for fans at the Forum to be our eyes and ears. Send us photos, the setlist as it happens, your reactions from inside, whatever you want to share, and we’ll feature it live on the stream.”

Fans interested in contributing updates from inside the venue can sign up at info@rushcon.org.

RushCon also reminded fans about another upcoming gathering connected to the tour: “Kick off the tour with us in New York City on Saturday, August 1, our exclusive RushCon Pre-Show Party at a private rooftop bar before the Madison Square Garden show. Snacks, drinks, games, prizes, and a high-energy fan hang to start the night together.

Tickets for both events are going fast and some packages are already nearly gone. If you’ve been thinking about coming, this is the moment to lock it in. We can’t wait to see you there.” Get your tickets here.

The watch party is designed to give Rush fans immediate access to setlist updates, photos, and reactions from the opening night performance at The Forum, while the New York gathering offers another opportunity for fans to connect ahead of the band’s Madison Square Garden appearance later in the tour.

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Europe have released “The Cult Of Ignorance”, the second single from their upcoming album Come This Madness, which arrives on September 25 through Silver Lining Music.

Built around a strong hook and an arena-ready chorus, “The Cult Of Ignorance” pairs a catchy hard rock approach with lyrics that reflect modern society while maintaining an upbeat feel.

The song arrives with a video featuring several well-known guests alongside Europe, including actress Malin Åkerman, former world No. 1 tennis player Stefan Edberg, astronaut Christer Fuglesang, Howling Pelle of The Hives, Mikael Åkerfeldt and Fredrik Åkesson of Opeth, E-Type, and a range of personalities from the worlds of music, film, sports, fashion, and science.

Frontman Joey Tempest said: “I love this track! It’s a straightforward rock anthem with lyrics reflecting the times we live in, written slightly tongue in cheek. Mic [Michaeli, keyboards] came to me with this song idea while on tour in South America — I thought it was crazy good! We finished it together and it’s become a real banger! The title was inspired by a phrase coined by author and biochemist Isaac Asimov. It reflects some of the negative tendencies emerging in our world today, though it is written in a slightly light-hearted tone.”

More than four decades into their career, Europe continue to move forward while staying connected to the sound that made them one of Sweden’s most successful hard rock exports. The new album explores themes found throughout songs such as “One On One”, “The Cult Of Ignorance”, and the title track, “Come This Madness”.

The first single, “One On One”, was released in April and served as the first preview of the band’s latest studio effort. Built around a driving bass line, layered melodies, and a powerful chorus, the track blends classic Europe elements with a modern production style.

Come This Madness was recorded at RMV Studio in Stockholm and features guest appearances from Tobias Forge of Ghost and Mikael Åkerfeldt of Opeth. Production duties were handled by Tom Dalgety, known for his work with Ghost, Rammstein, Pixies, The Cult, and Opeth. The album was mixed by Mike Fraser, whose résumé includes AC/DC, Van Halen, Metallica, The Cult, and Loverboy.

Speaking about Dalgety‘s involvement, Tempest said: “It was a true pleasure working with Tom. He’s creative, musical, and incredibly intuitive — he really became a sixth member of the band during the writing and recording of this album. We even invited him to co-write on some of the songs.”

In addition to the album release, Europe are preparing for an extensive touring schedule that includes festival appearances and The Final Countdown 40th-anniversary tour. The trek begins in Glasgow on September 30 and will celebrate one of the band’s most recognizable records while showcasing material from Come This Madness.

The artwork for Come This Madness was created by Storm Studios, whose previous work includes projects for Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin, and Muse.

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Tim Montana has announced the release of his new album, Entire State Of Tim Montana, arriving July 31 via BMG. The 16-track effort features contributions from several major names in rock, including Jerry Cantrell of Alice In Chains, Slash of Guns N’ Roses, and Billy F Gibbons of ZZ Top. The record also includes appearances from actors Martin Sheen, Charlie Sheen, and Robert Patrick.

Alongside the album announcement, Tim Montana has released the second single, “Brown Sugar”, a collaboration featuring Billy F. Gibbons and Slash.

Discussing the track, Montana said: “Recording ‘Brown Sugar’ with Billy F Gibbons and Slash was a full-circle moment for me. My first brush with music was finding a Guns N’ Roses tape, and later I became a die-hard ZZ Top fan. Billy is like family, and seeing him play ‘Brown Sugar’ at our Wise River Club made me realize it had to be the one. To have these childhood heroes, Billy, who’s become a mentor, and Slash, who lit that early spark on this track with me, is beyond a dream.”

The album follows the release of “Break Me Down”, the first single from the upcoming record. Driven by heavy guitar riffs and a strong melodic chorus, the song offered an early look at the direction of Montana’s latest material.

Speaking about Entire State Of Tim Montana, he explained: “This record is a collision of my heroes and my scars, the loudest moments I’ve ever lived and the quiet truths I couldn’t outrun. Don’t worry there’s some fun moments too. It’s not over-polished, it’s not safe, but it’s exactly who I am.”

Over the past several years, Tim Montana has built a reputation for combining Southern rock influences, hard rock energy, and a blue-collar approach to songwriting. His music often draws from themes of independence, perseverance, and life in the American West, backed by distorted guitars and direct, no-frills hooks.

His path to success has been anything but conventional. Growing up in Montana under modest circumstances, he eventually relocated to Nashville and worked his way into the music industry. Along the way, he caught the attention of television host David Letterman, who personally invited him to perform on The Late Show With David Letterman.

Montana also developed a longstanding creative relationship with Billy F. Gibbons, resulting in collaborations such as “This Beard Came Here to Party”, a song adopted by the 2013 World Series champion Boston Red Sox and the Nashville Predators during their 2017 Stanley Cup playoff run. He later co-wrote songs for Kid Rock, including “Tennessee Mountain Top” and “Greatest Show On Earth” from Sweet Southern Sugar, which debuted in the Billboard 200 Top 10.

His connections within the entertainment world extended beyond music as well. Charlie Sheen publicly supported Montana’s work and later directed the video for “Mostly Stoned”.

Following the release of Long Shots in 2021, Montana continued incorporating grunge influences into his sound while maintaining a focus on storytelling. With Entire State Of Tim Montana, he brings together hard rock riffs, personal reflections, and contributions from some of the biggest names in the genre, making it one of the most notable releases of his career to date.

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Devildriver have unveiled “Dead In The Water”, the latest single from their upcoming album Strike And Kill, due out July 10 through Napalm Records.

The release follows the strong response to the album’s first single, “Dig Your Own Grave”, which surpassed 400,000 streams across platforms, earned regular rotation on SiriusXM’s Liquid Metal, and quickly climbed the Metal Contraband charts.

Built around aggressive drumming, sharp guitar work, and the band’s trademark groove-metal attack, “Dead In The Water” carries a message of perseverance through difficult times. Frontman Dez Fafara described the song as one of the most personal tracks on the record.

Speaking about the new single, Fafara said: “This is one of the most positive songs I’ve ever written lyrically, coming from a very dark time straight into blinding light. I needed to empower others to do the same as I did and tell them to ‘stay the course,’ life turns around if given the chance to flourish. The vibe musically on this is very old-school Devildriver, and the entire band is cracking hard here. If you’re a long-time listener you’re gonna love this one! Enjoy!”

The upcoming album features the current Devildriver lineup of Dez Fafara, guitarists Alex Lee and Gabe Mangold, drummer Davier Ortega Perez, and returning founding bassist Jon Miller. According to Fafara, the record reconnects with the heavier elements that helped establish the band’s identity.

Discussing Strike And Kill, he said: “My headspace hasn’t changed. I have not become complacent or soft in my view of the world or in my music. Metal is our outlet as listeners and writers, so on this record we focused on ‘getting it all out’ lyrically, and backing those lyrics with savage, relentless music that fuels the heavy California groove like no other. Devildriver has never sounded like any other band; we do our own thing in our own way, and I’m the most proud of that”.

“I’m so proud of these musicians, this music, and the vibe around this record,” he adds. “Devildriver sounds like no one else out there right now, we are here to strike and kill!”

Fafara previously explained the meaning behind “Dig Your Own Grave”, saying: “‘Dig Your Own Grave’ is about how one wrong decision, one wrong move can see your whole world turned upside down, effectively ‘digging’ your own grave… it’s that simple. It can also refer to how your decisions can fuck someone else. This is why there’s the line ‘Six feet ain’t deep enough for you,’ because only a deep, deep hole is fitting for what you’ve done or tried to do to others. Be careful when you choose to make decisions at midnight.”

The album opens with “Dig Your Own Grave” before moving into “Dead In The Water”, while tracks such as “Sanctified In Scars”, “Strike And Kill”, “In The Moonlight”, “Never Coming Home”, “Ride Or Die”, “Headed For The Fall”, “You’re Just A Ghost”, “Summoning Shadows”, “Shut The Silence On”, “Oath Of Iron” and “All Bets Are Off” round out the record.

In support of the release, Devildriver will launch the Strike And Kill North American Tour 2026 alongside Upon A Burning Body and Ov Sulfur. The trek begins August 14 in San Diego and runs through several major U.S. cities before wrapping up on September 5 in Anaheim, California.

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