Hatebreed Announces Album Fatal Paradox, Releases Single

The Grammy-nominated hardcore and metal band Hatebreed announced on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, their first new studio album in six years, titled "Fatal Paradox." The album is scheduled for release on November 6 through their new label, BLKIIBLK, the heavy metal imprint of the Frontiers Label Group. Alongside the album announcement, the band released the lead single, "Kill Count Increase."

Frontman Jamey Jasta described the single as a definitive statement for the new record, calling it "straightforward, in-your-face Hatebreed." He said the track gets "down to business and comes up for air two-and-a-half minutes later," aiming to leave listeners wrecked and wanting more. The album was produced by longtime collaborator Chris "Zeuss" Harris, whom Jasta referred to as a "sixth member" of the band, highlighting a deep creative trust built over years of partnership.

"Fatal Paradox" contains 11 tracks, including features such as "Sacrifice Season" with guest vocals from Obituary's John Tardy. The band characterizes the album as operating at "full tilt," delivering a blend of breakdowns, d-beats, and aggressive intensity. Songs range from thrash-influenced cuts like "Kill Count Increase"...