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Sunn O))) Releases New Single "Butch's Guns" and Announces Upcoming Tours
2/20/2026, 11:49:11 AM
New Music and Album Release
Sunn O))) has unveiled their new single "Butch's Guns," which is part of their self-titled album set to release on April 3, 2026, via Sub Pop. This marks the band's first album in six years, following their previous studio LPs, *Life Metal* and *Pyroclasts*, released in 2019. The single follows the earlier release of "Glory" and showcases the duo's signature drone-metal sound, characterized by thick, sludgy textures that push the boundaries of heaviness.
The album was recorded at Bear Creek Studios in Woodinville, Washington, with producer Brad Wood. The natural surroundings of the studio influenced the music, allowing the band to explore new creative avenues. "There was no stress, no worry about the timeline. We just let ourselves go," said guitarist Stephen O'Malley, emphasizing the collaborative spirit of the album, which features only O'Malley and bassist Greg Anderson.
Upcoming North American Tour
Sunn O))) will embark on a North American tour starting March 30, 2026, in San Francisco, California, and concluding on April 25, 2026, in Portland, Oregon. The tour will cover various cities, including Los Angeles, Dallas, New York, and Chicago. The complete list of North American dates includes:
- March 30: San Francisco, CA - Regency Ballroom
- March 31: Los Angeles, CA - United Theater
- April 1: Phoenix, AZ - The Van Buren
- April 3: Dallas, TX - Trees
- April 4: Austin, TX - Emo's
- April 5: Houston, TX - White Oak Music Hall
- April 6: New Orleans, LA - Civic Theatre
- April 7: Atlanta, GA - The Goat Farm
- April 9: Columbus, OH - The Bluestone
- April 10: Washington, DC - Lincoln Theatre
- April 11: Philadelphia, PA - Union Transfer
- April 12: New York, NY - Town Hall
- April 13: Montreal, QC - Le National
- April 14: Toronto, ON - 131 McCormack
- April 16: Chicago, IL - Salt Shed
- April 18: Iowa City, IA - Englert Theatre
- April 19: Omaha, NE - The Waiting Room
- April 20: Denver, CO - Ogden Theatre
- April 22: Boise, ID - Shrine Social Club
- April 24: Seattle, WA - Showbox SoDo
- April 25: Portland, OR - Roseland Theater
European Tour Expansion
In addition to the North American dates, Sunn O))) has announced a European tour that will commence on June 23, 2026, in Zurich, Switzerland, and will include stops in Antwerp, Amsterdam, Köln, Bristol, Brighton, Liverpool, Leeds, Birmingham, and London, concluding with two nights in Berlin on July 6 and 7. The European tour dates are as follows:
- June 23: Zurich, CH - Rote Fabrik
- June 24: Antwerp, BE - Trix
- June 25: Amsterdam, NL - Paradiso
- June 26: Köln, DE - Essigfabrik
- June 28: Bristol, UK - Prospect Building
- June 29: Brighton, UK - Corn Exchange
- June 30: Liverpool, UK - The Dome
- July 1: Leeds, UK - Project House
- July 2: Birmingham, UK - O2 Institute
- July 3: London, UK - Troxy
- July 6: Berlin, DE - Silent Green Betonhalle
- July 7: Berlin, DE - Silent Green Betonhalle
Conclusion
Sunn O))) continues to push the boundaries of drone metal with their new single "Butch's Guns" and the upcoming self-titled album. The extensive North American and European tours are set to showcase their innovative sound and artistic vision, promising an immersive experience for fans. Pre-orders for the album and tickets for the tours are currently available.
