BABYMETAL has released a new collaborative track with metalcore band Spiritbox. The announcement came through their official YouTube channel.
The announcement highlighted the release of both the music video and their latest album.
“Watch ‘My Queen (feat. Spiritbox)’ Music Video on YouTube,” BABYMETAL announced. “New album ‘METAL FORTH’ is out now.”
The collaboration marks another addition to BABYMETAL’s diverse catalog of metal fusion tracks. It now features the Canadian metalcore band Spiritbox as guest artists on the new album.
This latest release represents a significant milestone for the Japanese kawaii metal pioneers as they continue to push boundaries in the metal genre. The partnership with Spiritbox demonstrates BABYMETAL’s ongoing commitment to exploring new sonic territories while maintaining their distinctive sound.
METAL FORTH serves as a celebration of BABYMETAL’s 15th anniversary, their official store revealed. The album marks a decade and a half of innovative metal fusion. The album expands their sound with collaborations from multiple artists, including Spiritbox, Poppy, and Bloodywood. It pushes toward what the band describes as “beyond HEAVY METAL.”
The album’s strategic release on August 8, 2025, via Capitol Records marks BABYMETAL’s continued global expansion efforts. Their Instagram announcement confirmed this timing aligns perfectly with their ambitious touring schedule. The release includes their first headline shows at London’s prestigious O2 Arena.
The release coincides with BABYMETAL’s extensive North American tour. Black Veil Brides and other notable acts will support them on this tour. Spotify’s pre-release information indicated the tour represents one of their most ambitious international ventures to date. It further cements their position in the global metal scene.
The collaboration with Spiritbox particularly highlights BABYMETAL’s ability to seamlessly blend their signature kawaii metal style with contemporary metalcore elements. This creates a unique sound that appeals to both established fans and new audiences across different metal subgenres.
You can listen to BABYMETAL’s new song featuring Spiritbox shared via YouTube below.
