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Enigmatic alternative metal collective President has officially announced a massive European and United Kingdom headlining tour kicking off this autumn. The sudden touring declaration arrives directly on the heels of the anonymous band dropping their heavy new single “DOOM LOOP” and confirming details for their highly anticipated debut studio album, Blood Of Your Empire, which is scheduled to land globally on September 4, 2026, via Atlantic Records.

While the album announcement initially commanded headlines across the rock landscape, the newly revealed November trek shifts the spotlight to the band’s rapidly expanding live itinerary, extending their highly theatrical visual concept across major European strongholds.

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The highly anticipated winter run is set to commence on November 1 in Stockholm, Sweden, spanning 13 high-profile venues before culminating in a major hometown statement at London’s iconic O2 Academy Brixton. Though official opening acts and supporting talent remain under wraps for the time being, the scramble for ticketing access is already underway.

Fans looking to secure a spot at the upcoming “rallies” can gain early entry by pre-ordering Blood Of Your Empire before this Tuesday, May 26. Pre-sale windows officially open this Wednesday, May 27 at 10:00 a.m. local time, followed by the general public ticket release on Friday, May 29 at 10:00 a.m. local time. The live dates stand as a massive victory lap for the anonymous unit, whose genre-blurring formula combining heavy post-hardcore chugs with dark electronic production has fueled comparisons to contemporary heavyweights like Sleep Token.

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See – Under the Cloak: President Announce Debut Album ‘Blood Of Your Empire’ and Drop Haunting ‘Doom Loop’ Video

President 2026 European & UK Tour Dates

• 11/01 Stockholm, SWE – Slaktkyrkan
• 11/02 Oslo, NOR – Rockefeller
• 11/03 Copenhagen, DEN – Amager Bio
• 11/05 Berlin, GER – Kesselhaus
• 11/06 Hamburg, GER – Docks
• 11/07 Cologne, GER – Live Music Hall
• 11/14 Paris, FRA – Elysee Montmartre
• 11/16 Brussels, BEL – Ancienne Belgique
• 11/18 Cardiff, UK – Depot
• 11/19 Glasgow, UK – O2 Academy
• 11/21 Manchester, UK – O2 Victoria Warehouse
• 11/23 Birmingham, UK – O2 Academy
• 11/24 London, UK – O2 Academy Brixton

FAQ: President “Blood Of Your Empire” Tour

When does the new President album come out?

The debut full-length studio album from President, titled Blood Of Your Empire, is officially set for release on September 4, 2026, through Atlantic Records. The record features the brand new single “DOOM LOOP” alongside previously released tracks like “Angel Wings” and “Mercy.”

How do I get pre-sale tickets for the European tour?

Fans must pre-order the debut album Blood Of Your Empire before Tuesday, May 26, 2026, to receive an exclusive pre-sale access code. The pre-sale window will officially open on Wednesday, May 27, at 10:00 a.m. local venue time.

When do general tickets go on sale to the public?

The general public ticket on-sale for all UK and European dates begins on Friday, May 29, 2026, starting at 10:00 a.m. local venue time via official ticketing platforms.

STAY LOUD: Catch the full breakdown of the President album announcement and the latest metal news on the Loaded Radio Daily Podcast with Scott Penfold. Visit LoadedRadio.com or download our free app now.

TL;DR:

Masked alternative metal breakout President has announced a European and UK headlining tour starting November 1, 2026, in support of their newly announced debut album Blood Of Your Empire. Album pre-orders placed before May 26 grant early pre-sale access on May 27, ahead of the general public ticket release on Friday, May 29.

With anonymous and masked acts completely reshaping the aesthetic of modern metalcore, do you think President has what it takes to achieve the massive arena-level crossover success of bands like Sleep Token or Bad Omens?

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Melancholia specialists The Eternal have a full-length album coming, to follow up their Celestial EP from earlier this year.

Obscured Horizons is due on September 18 thru Reigning Phoenix, with a clip for the first track, Lament for the Hollow, out now. The song is available for download now, with physical copies of Celestial avaiable here.

The Eternal will be on tour with Amorphis in September.

Fleur Shomo has issued an emotionally raw public statement following her husband Caleb Shomo’s public announcement that he is transitioning into a new chapter as a proudly gay man. The massive revelation, which dropped over the weekend on May 23, has sent shockwaves through the heavy music community.

While the Beartooth frontman detailed a grueling, decade-long internal struggle with his identity, his wife of nearly 14 years took to social media to reveal the painful realities of processing the news behind closed doors. Confirming the definitive end of their long-term marriage, Fleur described the profound duality of wanting to protect her best friend while watching her entire life collapse at the exact same time.

“Completely Demolished”: Fleur Shomo Details The Heartbreak Of Loss

The couple tied the knot back in 2012, just as Beartooth was beginning its ascent into an international metalcore powerhouse. Shortly after Caleb Shomo shared his truth with the world, Fleur posted a video of the pair dancing alongside a lengthy, vulnerable statement that explicitly captures the disorientation of the past several months.

Fleur Shomo did not mince words regarding the toll the transition took on her own stability. She explained the immense weight of keeping the secret hidden from public view, confirming that navigating the situation has ultimately shattered their 14-year bond.

“The past few months have been a very disorientating and hurtful time to navigate. For both of us,” Fleur shared. “But I will always want to love, protect and support Caleb. I have cared more about his well being over the years than anything else in the world.”

She continued by detailing the hidden emotional struggle that standard headlines completely miss:

“To see the confusion and pain he went through and the highs and lows and wanting to help but not knowing how… You also ask yourself constantly if you’re a bad person for wondering wtf this means for your world & the anger you also feel. I am the only person that is having to deal with the duality of this situation. To support him whilst losing everything has been incredibly hard to figure out. You can love and support your person through the hardest time in their life, whilst also be completely demolished & lose yourself at the same time.”

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Rumors, Rainbow Makeup, and the “Free” Backlash

The public revelation follows a turbulent string of events in early 2026. Speculation regarding Caleb Shomo’s personal life reached a fever pitch following the release of the Beartooth single “Free.” The accompanying music video showcased a dramatic aesthetic makeover for the frontman, featuring vibrant outfits and glitter makeup.

While the track was meant to symbolize a definitive “next chapter” of total self-honesty, the physical transformation provoked a wave of toxic online backlash and thinly veiled homophobic remarks from corners of the internet. The intense social media pressure got so toxic that Caleb Shomo completely deactivated his personal accounts for several months, only returning to the digital landscape in mid-May to clear the air once and for all.

Despite the painful end of their romantic journey, Fleur fiercely defended the authenticity of their past, shutting down any revisionist history from onlookers.

“Our nearly 14yrs of marriage was wonderful and full of so much fun, adventure & love,” Fleur wrote. “Nobody will know anything about our marriage like we do… I already miss it & my husband more than anything. Our story was a good one. And now it’s done. I hope anyone in the world going through this finds hope & courage & I hope the fans can continue to support Caleb.”

Caleb Shomo previously noted that he spent a decade burying his true feelings with heavy alcohol abuse. Getting sober allowed him to unpack his true identity, leading directly to his declaration over the weekend. Beartooth is currently preparing to release their highly anticipated sixth studio album, Pure Ecstasy, this coming August.

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FAQ: Caleb Shomo and Fleur Shomo Divorce

When did Caleb Shomo come out? The Beartooth vocalist officially came out as a proudly gay man on Saturday, May 23, 2026, releasing a detailed statement on his social media accounts regarding his years of internal struggle.

Are Caleb Shomo and his wife getting a divorce? Yes. Following the singer’s announcement, his wife of nearly 14 years, Fleur Shomo, confirmed that the events of the past few months have officially brought their marriage to an end, stating, “Our story was a good one. And now it’s done.”

What caused the internet speculation about Beartooth earlier this year? Online rumors intensified after the release of the Beartooth music video for the single “Free,” which featured a bold new visual aesthetic for the frontman. The subsequent internet backlash and negative remarks caused the singer to temporarily go dark on social media.

STAY LOUD: Catch the full breakdown of the Caleb Shomo story and the latest heavy metal news on the Loaded Radio Daily Podcast with Scott Penfold. Visit LoadedRadio.com or download our free app now.

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Fleur Shomo has broken her silence following Beartooth frontman Caleb Shomo’s decision to publicly come out as a proudly gay man. In a deeply personal statement, Fleur confirmed the definitive end of their nearly 14-year marriage, describing the painful duality of trying to support her husband while feeling completely demolished by the loss of her own world.

How do you think the heavy music community will adapt to supporting both artists and their families as more rock mainstays choose to live transparently in 2026?

 

 

 

 

 

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Melbourne punk legends The Meanies are back in the ring with a new split single release and a run of shows in the pipeline.

The lads’ new song Blacklist is released soon as a split single with SE Queensland upstarts Dad Fight, then they’ll be out and about, including their first shows in WA in three years. In October they’ll be headlining Festyville in Lismore.

The split is available in a limited run of 300 with the release date closer to the shows.

JUNE 6: St Kilda Bowls Club, Melbourne (FREE)
JULY 10: Indi Bar, Scarborough ( + The Gnomes + The Gremlins)
JULY 11: Ice Cream Factory, Northbridge ( + Spiderbait + The Gnomes)
JULY 12: Mojo’s, Fremantle (+ The Gnomes)
JULY 25: Hindley St Music Hall, Adelaide (+ Spiderbait + The Gnomes)
JULY 30: The Baso, Canberra (+ Spiderbait + The Gnomes)
JULY 31: Nortons Music Factory, Caloundra ( + Dad Fight)
AUGUST 1: Crowbar, Brisbane ( + Dad Fight)
AUGUST 2: Vinnies Dive Bar, Gold Coast (+ Dad Fight)
OCTOBER 4: Festy-Ville, Lismore

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On Friday, Lola Young shared a new song, “From Down Here,” her first since releasing her hit album I’m Only F**king Myself. On Saturday, she sang it live for the first time at BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend in Herrington Country Park.

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