Behemoth – arguably one of the biggest extreme metal bands in the world – have extended and expanded their contract with Nuclear Blast Records, who will now distribute the group’s music worldwide outside of their home country.
The group originally signed with Nuclear Blast Europe prior to the release of 2009’s Evangelion, but their forthcoming album – which is tentatively set for an autumn 2021 release – will be their first to be released by the label outside of the Old Continent.
“Nuclear Blast has been a household name in metal for decades, and Behemoth has been part of that long and illustrious history,” Nergal says before adding “But now is about the future, and we look forward to beginning Behemoth’s next chapter with a refocused and revitalised team at Nuclear Blast!”
Adds Jens Prueter, Nuclear Blast Europe’s head of A&R: “It’s a great pleasure to extend our partnership for the worldwide release of Behemoth’s upcoming studio albums. Their 30-year journey has not yet reached its pinnacle, and we are more than proud to assist them on their way to being not only the biggest extreme metal band, but also one of the most exciting acts of the next decade. There are just a few bands who have the vision and will to dominate the music scene. Special thanks also to their management powerhouse 5B – namely, Adam Foster and Justin Arcangel – for making this happen on all levels.”
