Published: March 30, 2026
The German thrash metal band expand their latest album with a new video while continuing their European tour and preparing for a U.S. run in 2026
German thrash metal pioneers Kreator continue to develop their latest chapter with the release of the video for “Loyal To The Grave”, a track taken from their album “Krushers Of The World”.
The song stands out as one of the album’s more melodic moments, combining the band’s signature aggression with a more anthemic and atmospheric approach, reinforcing the balance that has defined Kreator’s modern era.
Frontman Mille Petrozza commented on the video:
“The video was inspired by the movie ‘The Crow’… I hope you enjoy our journey into obscurity as much as we do.”
The visual presentation builds on these ideas, combining performance elements with a cinematic tone that reflects themes of loyalty, unity, and resilience.
“Krushers Of The World” presents a continuation of Kreator’s legacy within thrash metal, combining speed, precision, and melody while maintaining the intensity that has defined the band since their formation in the early 1980s.
Produced by Jens Bogren, the album reflects a refined sound shaped through decades of evolution, balancing aggression with clarity and compositional depth.
TRACKLIST
Seven Serpents
Satanic Anarchy
Krushers Of The World
Tränenpalast
Barbarian
Blood Of Our Blood
Combatants
Psychotic Imperator
Deathscream
Loyal To The Grave
LIVE 2026
EUROPEAN TOUR
March 31, 2026 — Esch sur Alzette, LU — Rockhall
April 1, 2026 — Zurich, CH — Halle 622
April 3, 2026 — Den Bosch, NL — Mainstage
April 4, 2026 — Essen, DE — Grugahalle
April 5, 2026 — Frankfurt am Main, DE — Jahrhunderthalle
April 7, 2026 — Milan, IT — Alcatraz
April 8, 2026 — Ljubljana, SI — Media Center
April 9, 2026 — Vienna, AT — Gasometer
April 10, 2026 — Ludwigsburg, DE — MHP Arena
April 11, 2026 — Munich, DE — Zenith
April 12, 2026 — Prague, CZ — Forum Karlin
April 13, 2026 — Budapest, HU — Barba Negra
April 15, 2026 — Warsaw, PL — Arena Torwar
April 17, 2026 — Hamburg, DE — Inselpark Arena
April 18, 2026 — Berlin, DE — Uber Eats Music Hall
April 20, 2026 — Riga, LV — Palladium Riga
April 21, 2026 — Helsinki, FI — Black Box
April 23, 2026 — Stockholm, SE — Annexet
April 24, 2026 — Oslo, NO — Sentrum Scene
April 25, 2026 — Copenhagen, DK — Poolen
USA TOUR
May 7, 2026 — Fort Lauderdale, FL — Revolution Live
May 8, 2026 — Daytona Beach, FL — Welcome to Rockville
May 10, 2026 — Atlanta, GA — The Masquerade
May 11, 2026 — Knoxville, TN — The Mill & Mine
May 12, 2026 — Raleigh, NC — The Ritz
May 14, 2026 — Worcester, MA — Palladium
May 15, 2026 — McKees Rocks, PA — Roxian Theatre
May 16, 2026 — Columbus, OH — Sonic Temple
May 18, 2026 — Davenport, IA — Capitol Theatre
May 19, 2026 — Minneapolis, MN — First Avenue
May 20, 2026 — Chicago, IL — Romova Theatre
May 22, 2026 — Huntington, NY — Paramount
May 23, 2026 — Baltimore, MD — Maryland Deathfest
FESTIVAL
July 23, 2026 — Rock Harz Festival, DE
LINEUP
Mille Petrozza
Jürgen “Ventor” Reil
With “Krushers Of The World”, Kreator continue to reinforce their position within thrash metal, combining decades of experience with a sound that remains aggressive, refined, and forward-looking.