Anthrax drummer Charlie Benante recently explained the real reason behind the band’s decision to delay their new album release. He addressed the postponement in a statement shared on Hot Metal Mag.
The explanation focused on internal changes within the band’s management structure and the need for strategic planning with their new team.
“It’s been pushed back because we recently changed the team, management and stuff like that,” Benante said. “We wanted the new people coming in, the new team coming in, (to) really know what’s going on, just kinda have more of a strategic plan.”
The drummer had previously provided details about the revised timeline for the album’s release.
“No, it doesn’t come out in May,” he continued. “We’re putting out our first song and video in May. The record is not coming out till September. We pushed it back a little bit.”
The band plans to release their first single and video in May. The full album is now scheduled for a September release.
The management changes represent a significant shift for the thrash metal veterans as they prepare for their next chapter.
BraveWords reported that Anthrax has signed with Independent Artist Group (IAG) for worldwide representation, the same company that manages Pantera. This strategic partnership aligns with the band’s desire for a more comprehensive approach to their upcoming release.
The upcoming album will mark a significant milestone for Anthrax. It will be their first studio effort since 2016’s “For All Kings.” Blabbermouth noted that the new material was recorded partly at Dave Grohl’s Studio 606 and produced by Jay Ruston, indicating the band’s commitment to high-quality production values.
Benante has described the new album as featuring “a more grown-up kind of sound,” reflecting the band’s evolution over the years. “We’re more mature now and I think the writing shows it,” he explained, suggesting fans can expect a refined approach to their signature thrash metal style.
To build anticipation for the full release, BraveWords revealed that three songs will be released ahead of the complete album, giving fans multiple samples of the new material before the September launch. This rollout strategy demonstrates the band’s methodical approach to reintroducing themselves to the metal scene after an eight-year gap between studio albums.
