Black Veil Brides Announce Album Vindicate for May 2026

Black Veil Brides, the theatrical heavy metal band fronted by Andy Biersack, announced their seventh studio album, Vindicate, set for release on May 8, 2026, via Spinefarm Records. The project marks the group's first full-length effort since 2021's The Phantom Tomorrow and arrives alongside the debut of its title track as a new single.

In a statement, Biersack described the album's core themes. "This record is rooted in the feelings of revenge and vindication," he said. "These are emotions that can either push us forward or hold us back. There's a duality to them. They can fuel growth, drive ambition, and help us rise above what's tried to break us, but they can also become destructive if we let them consume us." He elaborated that each song delves into aspects of that internal conflict, from external retribution to personal reckoning with past pain. "At its core, though, this album is about resilience," Biersack added. "It's for anyone who's ever had their dreams doubted or their fire challenged by people who couldn't see their vision. We're all born with that spark. The world will try to take that away at times, but this record is about holding onto it, fighting back, and...