German thrash metal giants KREATOR have officially announced the release of their sixteenth studio album, KRUSHERS OF THE WORLD, arriving on January 16, 2026 via Nuclear Blast Records. This milestone follows a prolific period for the band, which recently unveiled the documentary Hate & Hope and Mille Petrozza’s autobiography Your Heaven, My Hell.
The album title serves as a bold declaration — a reflection of the band’s pride and resilience after more than forty years of relentless metal. Produced by Jens Bogren at Fascination Street Studios, who previously worked with the group on Phantom Antichrist (2012) and Gods of Violence (2017), the record is set to deliver a polished yet crushing sonic experience. The artwork was designed by acclaimed Polish artist Zbigniew Bielak, known for his work with Ghost.
To mark the announcement, the band released the explosive first single “Seven Serpents”, paired with a cinematic music video that showcases the intensity of the upcoming record.
KREATOR also revealed a massive European and UK headlining tour scheduled for March and April 2026, with special guests Carcass, Exodus and Nails. For the German dates, exclusive ticket + album bundles are available via Nuclear Blast’s online store.
Frontman Mille Petrozza shared his excitement: “We are beyond thrilled to kick off the new year with the release of KRUSHERS OF THE WORLD. Starting March 20, we’ll hit the road with our biggest production yet, alongside our brothers Carcass, Exodus and the mighty Nails. This will be a night of relentless metal chaos. We can’t wait for fans to experience the new music live, as well as a selection of KREATOR classics. Hail to the hordes!”
| 01. | Seven Serpents |
| 02. | Satanic Anarchy |
| 03. | Krushers Of The World |
| 04. | Tränenpalast |
| 05. | Barbarian |
| 06. | Blood Of Our Blood |
| 07. | Combatants |
| 08. | Psychotic Imperator |
| 09. | Deathscream |
| 10. | Loyal To The Grave |
