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Sunn O))) Announces New Album and North America Tour

2/20/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Sunn O))) (the drone metal duo) will release their self-titled album on April 3 via Sub Pop, their first in six years.
They will tour North America from March 30 in San Francisco and Europe from June 23 in Zurich.
They released their second single, "Butch’s Guns," after "Glory."
The album was recorded in a natural setting.
The artwork features Mark Rothko pieces.

History

Historical Context

Sub Pop Records, founded in 1988, played a pivotal role in popularizing grunge and alternative rock, notably through Nirvana's groundbreaking album "Nevermind," which sold over 30 million copies worldwide. This success marked a cultural shift in the early 1990s, leading to the mainstream acceptance of alternative music and influencing contemporary acts like Sunn O))), who continue to evolve the genre today.

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Story summary

Sunn O))) (the drone metal duo) will release their self-titled album on April 3 via Sub Pop, their first in six years.
They will tour North America from March 30 in San Francisco and Europe from June 23 in Zurich.
They released their second single, "Butch’s Guns," after "Glory."
The album was recorded in a natural setting.
The artwork features Mark Rothko pieces.

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