The band’s new album is set for release this summer
Acclaimed metal band BabyMetal has signed to Capitol Records, the first Japanese artist to sign a frontline deal with the label. The group will release new album Metal Forth, globally via Capitol Records on June 13th. Meaning “beyond metal,” Metal Forth features collaborations with Poppy, Electric Callboy, Spiritbox, Tom Morello, Bloodywood, Polyphia and Slaughter to Prevail—artists that BabyMetal has connected with over the years while touring the globe.
As the band celebrates its 15th anniversary this year, the band has mapped out a world tour that will include numerous firsts. In May, they’ll embark on their first-ever headline arena tour in the UK and Europe, playing 12 shows across eight countries and concluding at The O2 Arena in London. BabyMetal is the first Japanese group to headline a show at this iconic venue. The band will kick off its biggest North American tour yet on June 13th. The 24-date run will include a June 24th show at The Theatre at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Arena shows in Japan and a tour of Asia will follow. In addition to their many headline outings, BabyMetal has opened for such artists as Lady Gaga, Metallica, Red Hot Chili Peppers and Avenged Sevenfold.
Metal Forth follows 2019’s Metal Galaxy and The Other One, their 2023 concept album.
