VOLBEAT Reach 13th No. 1 on Billboard Mainstream Rock Chart with 'Demonic Depression'

VOLBEAT have reached their 13th No. 1 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Chart with the single “Demonic Depression.”

With this achievement, the band continues to hold the record for the most chart-topping singles by an artist originating outside of North America.

“Demonic Depression” follows previous No. 1 singles “Time Will Heal” and “By A Monster’s Hand,” all of which appear on the band’s ninth studio album “God Of Angels Trust.”

The band originally set their record in 2020 with “Die To Live” (featuring Neil Fallon), marking their eighth No. 1 at the time and establishing a benchmark that they have continued to extend.

With 13 No. 1 singles, VOLBEAT are now tied for sixth place in the history of the Billboard Mainstream Rock Chart, alongside artists such as:

Van Halen
Godsmack
Disturbed
Linkin Park
Papa Roach

The chart has been active since 1981, placing the band’s achievements within a broader historical context.

“God Of Angels Trust” represents the band’s ninth studio album and includes multiple chart-topping singles, reflecting a continuation of their presence on rock radio.

PREVIOUS NO. 1 SINGLES
Heaven Nor Hell
Still Counting
The Hangman’s Body Count
Lola Montez
The Devil’s Bleeding Crown
Black Rose (Feat. Danko Jones)
Last Day Under The Sun
Die To Live (Feat. Neil Fallon)
Wait A Minute My Girl
Shotgun Blues
By A Monster’s Hand
Time Will Heal
Demonic Depression

VOLBEAT have accumulated more than 145 gold and platinum certifications worldwide, alongside 19 Top 10 singles on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Airplay chart.

Their catalog includes a Grammy nomination for “Room 24” featuring King Diamond, reflecting their continued presence across both mainstream and metal audiences.

LINEUP
Michael Poulsen — Vocals, Guitar
Jon Larsen — Drums
Kaspar Boye Larsen — Bass
Flemming C Lund — Lead Guitar

VOLBEAT are scheduled to continue their “Greatest Of All Tours Worldwide”, with additional European dates forming part of the next leg of their touring cycle.

With “Demonic Depression,” VOLBEAT extend their record on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Chart, reinforcing their position within the format’s history.

Written by Gino Alache – Music Journalist

PHOTO CREDIT: Brittany Bowman