Sunn O))) releases new drone-metal single "Butch's Guns" and announces European tour dates. New self-titled album out April 3 on Sub Pop.
- February 26, 2026
AceShowbiz - Sunn O))) have released a fresh single titled Butch’s Guns, featured on their upcoming self-titled album set to drop on April 3 via Sub Pop. This new track arrives shortly after their previous release, “Glory,” which came out last month, continuing to build anticipation for the full album. Fans can listen to “Butch’s Guns” through the official channels as it showcases the band’s signature drone-metal sound.
Alongside the new music, Sunn O))) have announced additional European dates to complement their already scheduled North American tour. The European leg is slated to begin in Zurich on July 23 and will include stops in major cities such as Amsterdam, London, Berlin, and others. While a comprehensive list of dates is yet to be finalized, the band has revealed their itinerary so far, promising more shows to be added soon.
Since signing with Sub Pop in October, Sunn O))) have released three singles—“Eternity’s Pillars,” “Raise the Chalice,” and “Reverential”—marking a significant chapter in their career. Their most recent studio albums, Life Metal and Pyroclasts, were released in 2019, showcasing the duo’s evolving sound within the drone and experimental metal genre. Additionally, they put out a live album in 2021 titled Metta, Benevolence, recorded during Mary Anne Hobbs’ BBC Radio 6 Music show.
For those interested in exploring their critically acclaimed work, Life Metal was featured in “The Best Metal Albums of 2019,” reflecting the impact and quality of their output in recent years.
The upcoming tour schedule for Sunn O))) is extensive, starting March 30 in San Francisco, CA, and includes numerous stops across the United States and Canada before moving into Europe this summer. Highlights from the North American leg include shows at Regency Ballroom in San Francisco, The Town Hall in New York City, and the White Oak Music Hall in Houston.
European concerts will kick off at Rote Fabrik in Zurich on June 23, followed by performances at Trix in Antwerp, Paradiso in Amsterdam, Essigfabrik in Köln, and several venues across England and Germany, including The Troxy in London and Silent Green Betonhalle in Berlin. The European tour runs through early July, with dates continuing until at least July 7.
Tickets for the tour are available through Ticketmaster and StubHub, offering fans multiple options to secure entry to these highly anticipated shows. As Sunn O))) continue to promote their new album and singles, the expanded tour dates reflect growing demand and enthusiasm from audiences worldwide.