NYHC kings Madball remain one of the few legacy acts capable of seamlessly bridging the gap between the old-school era and the modern heavy music landscape. To say hardcore is in the band’s DNA is an understatement – it is their lifeblood.
On their tenth studio album, “Not Your Kingdom” which will be released on July 24th, 2026, via Nuclear Blast, the band delivers their trademark tales of survival, but with a deeper, more introspective edge. The lyrics offer a raw look into Freddy Cricien’s perspective on the current state of the world and the human condition, marking their most personal release to date.
The first glimpse into the album arrives with “Rebel Kids”. An anthemic track at its core, it leans into the band’s classic groove and unrelenting energy while striking a chord with the new generation of hardcore fans. The accompanying music video was co-directed by Freddy Cricien and Dave Causa, with Causa also handling filming and editing duties.
Madball’s Freddy Cricien comments: “Funny enough, ‘Rebel Kids’ was the first track written for this album and actually was completely put together probably 2 years ago… or so. The sentiment, vibe and message of the song really became the catalyst for what came after. We all loved the song immediately but I couldn’t have known it would be the first single. We have several songs that we feel could be first ‘out of the gate’. But in the end ‘Rebel Kids’ made the most sense musically, lyrically etc. We look forward to releasing this song and album. It’s a special one for us and we’re hoping the rest of the world feels the same once they hear it”!
Watch the official video for “Rebel Kids” below.
“Not Your Kingdom” is available for pre-order in the following formats:
• CD Jewel
• Vinyl
– Blue and White Propellor (NB MO LP exclusive (EU/US))
– Blue Transparent (Retail US/EU)
– Black & Opaque Skyblue (Coretex EU Exclusive)
– Oxblood Opaque & Opaque Sky Blue (Revolver US Exclusive)
• “Not Your Kingdom” Cover Art T-Shirt
Pre-order & pre-save “Not Your Kingdom” here.
Tracklist:
1. Tethered
2. Flammable
3. Rebelude
4. Rebel Kids
5. Don’t MisStep
6. What Say You
7. Stab Wounds
8. Sunrise
9. Life’s a Mural
10. Family First
11. Clockwork
12. IWI
13. The Ride
14. Chase a Dream
“Not Your Kingdom” was tracked at The Boneyard Studios in Nashville, TN, with additional interludes recorded by Jeff “Stress” Davis and Chuck Treece at Chop Shop Studios. The album was produced and engineered by the team of Andrew Baylis, Aiden Thompson, and Grady Saxman, with final mixing and mastering handled by Lee Rouse. The striking cover art features photography by the legendary Cornell Capa, courtesy of Magnum Photos and the Cornell Capa Estate.
Worldwide Shows 2026:
05.07 FR Saint Nolff @ Plein Air
05.22 US Brooklyn, NY @ BNB Bowl (The Brooklyn Monarch)
05.29 MX Monterrey, Nuevo Leon @ Venue867
05.30 MX Guadalajara @ Foro Boletomovil
05.31 MX Mexico City @ El Foro 1869
European Tour Dates 2026:
06.18 DE Potsdam @ Waschhaus Potsdam gGmbH – Arena
06.19 PO Zdunska Wola @ Alternative Day
06.20 PO Chojnice @ Intertony Festical
06.21 DE Rostock @ Peter-Weiss-Haus
06.22 PO Poznan @ Klub B17
06.23 DE Schneverdingen @ Alte Schlachterei
06.24 DE Leer (Ostfriesland) @ Zollhaus Gastro
06.25 NL. Ysselsteyn @ Jera On Air
06.26 FR. Rouen @ Furn Defendu
06.27 FR Rennes @ Superbowl of Hardcore
07.25 DE Badbergen @ Pistole HC Food
07.26 DE Hünxe @ Ruhrpott Rodeo
07.26 DE Insming @MozHelll Open Air
07.27 DE Karlsruhe @ Alte Hackerei
07.28 DE Cologne @ Gebäude 9
07.29 DE Kaseel @ Goldgrube
07.30 DE. Löbnitz@ Full Rewind
07.31 CH Gränichen @ Open Air
08.01 FR St. Maurice de Gourdans @ Sylak
North American Tour Dates 2026:
08.21-22 CA Montreal, QC @ Vans Warped Tour Montreal(Parc Jean Drapeau)
09.19 US Louisville, KY @ Louder Than Life (Kentucky Expo Center)
Decades in, Madball remains the gold standard of New York Hardcore – proving they are not just survivors, but masters of the craft. Their live performances are a masterclass in controlled chaos, dripping with a ferocity and raw integrity that most bands can only hope to emulate. They’ve stayed sincere, stayed dangerous, and stayed at the top. Ain’t nothing changed.
Line-up:
Freddy Cricien – Vocals
Mike Gurnari – Guitar
Mike Justian – Drums
Paul Delaney – Bass
Weblinks:
www.facebook.com/madballNYC
www.instagram.com/madballnyc
