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BABYMETAL Sign Global Record Deal With Capitol

The groundbreaking metal band’s new album ‘METAL FORTH’ is coming June 13.

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Cover: Courtesy of Capitol Records

The next phase of BABYMETAL’s world domination campaign is underway. The boundary-pushing metal band has signed to Capitol Records globally ahead of their new full-length release METAL FORTH. Set for release June 13, the album will feature guest appearances from Poppy, Electric Callboy, Spiritbox, Tom Morello, Bloodywood, Polyphia, and Slaughter To Prevail.

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“This year, BABYMETAL celebrates its 15th anniversary and embarks on an exciting new chapter,” said Key “KOBAMETAL” Kobayashi, the band’s producer, manager, and CEO of BABYMETAL WORLD, LLC, in a statement. “With Capitol Records as our global partner, the sound of BABYMETAL will resonate across the world as we take on bolder, more dynamic endeavors than ever before. Stay tuned for what’s to come.”

Capitol’s own chairman and CEO Tom March offered his own statement: “BABYMETAL’s groundbreaking sound and compelling artistic vision have not only cultivated a worldwide following, but have also demonstrably shifted global music culture. We at Capitol Records are privileged to join them in this next chapter as we continue to amplify their international reach and influence with the upcoming release of METAL FORTH.”

Besides their first album for Capitol, 2025 will mark other firsts for BABYMETAL. In May, they’re hitting the road for their first-ever headline arena tour in the UK and Europe, a 12-date run that includes London’s famed O2 Arena. The band will follow that up with a 24-date jaunt across North America, including a June 24 stop at the Theatre at Madison Square Garden in New York City.

BABYMETAL’s forward-thinking blend of metal and J-pop has made them a worldwide sensation. Fronted by Suzuka Nakamoto as “Su-metal,” Moa Kikuchi as “Moametal,” and Momoko Okazaki as “Momometal,” the band has pioneered a form of kawaii heavy metal that has resonated with a wide spectrum of fans. They’ve toured all around the world, including performances with stars such as Lady Gaga, Metallica, Red Hot Chili Peppers, and Avenged Sevenfold.

Order BABYMETAL’s METAL FORTH now.

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