Behemoth release music video for title track of their forthcoming album

EAT MY FLESH. DRINK MY BLOOD. I AM THE SHIT OV GOD.

Legendary Polish extreme metal giants Behemoth have revealed the title, cover art and release date of their upcoming new opus “The Shit Ov God” which is due to be released on 9th May via Nuclear Blast Records. Alongside the band's 13th album announcement and title track, which you can stream now on your preferred platform HERE, they've also released an opulent music video which is available to watch now below:

Behemoth have always been known for not shying away from controversy, and they most certainly remain true to this approach with their 13th full-length. Here's a band that, 34 years in, is releasing its most inflammatory and extreme record to date. Eight songs that go into the fathoms of humanity, divinity, and what defiance means in an age where individuality is prized but everyone is clinging to their saviours. Musically, politically, or otherwise. The title of the album is in line with those sensibilities. Intentionally polarising, founder and frontman Nergal, says of the title, "We chose this provocative title deliberately, rejecting subtlety in favour of a direct and polarising statement. It’s a defiant plunge into the depths, daring to seek the absolute even in the gutter."

But make no mistake, despite its apparent unsubtlety, the album title gets a touch of genius when seen in combination with the strikingly clever artwork, which depicts an upside-down version of the most common Christogram, "IHS".

Nergal commented:

"I’ve reached a point in Behemoth’s journey and my own creativity where words and statements mean less and less. The true essence of who we are and what we stand for lies in our music, our art, our visuals, our sounds, our performances, and the ways we connect with you. I deeply believe Behemoth represents transcendent, timeless art.

The number thirteen—so magical and significant. If this were to be our final album, I could say I die a proud man. Without a shadow of a doubt, this is the most refined, purest representation of Behemoth. No filler, no excess—just the very best we have to offer, handed to you.

Hail Satan."

Single Cover by Bartek Rogalewicz/ Lodge.Black

BEHEMOTH meticulously chose the audiovisual artists involved on the album. Production on the album was helmed by the inimitable Jens Bogren of Fascination Street Studios (Emperor, Enslaved, Kreator, Rotting Christ et al.). Working closely with the band, Bogren's deft hand underscored the band's natural sound while sacrificing none of the mayhem and ferocity which permeates the band's essence. As is always the case with BEHEMOTH, the visuals were as carefully constructed as the sound. The band tapped long-time collaborator and partner in crime Bartek Rogalewicz (BLACK.LODGE.IS.NOW) as well as Dark Sigil Workshop to make the beautifully ominous and unique cover-art.

The Shit Ov God Track Listing:

1. The Shadow Elite

2. Sowing Salt

3. The Shit Ov God

4. Lvciferaeon

5. To Drown The Svn In Wine

6. Nomen Barbarvm

7. O Venvs, Come!

8. Avgvr (The Dread Vvltvre)

The new album “The Shit Ov God” is available to Pre-order / pre-save now HERE

The new album will be available in the following formats:

- White With Gold/Black Marble LP Gatefold – Nuclear Blast Mail Order (600)

- White LP Gatefold – Indie (700)

- Clear LP Gatefold – Worldwide Retail (4500)

- Black LP Gatefold – Behemoth Webstore

- Black and Gold Splatter Deluxe LP Gatefold – Behemoth Webstore (2333)

^ Also available as part of a Deluxe Boxset via the Behemoth Webstore

- Picture Disc Deluxe LP (Glow In The Dark) – Behemoth Webstore

- Silver With White Splatter LP Gatefold – Mystic Productions (750)

- Black And Gold Split LP Gatefold – Mystic Productions (750)

- Clamshell (Mediabook & Pin Set) - Mystic Productions (1000)

- Jewelcase CD

- CD Mediabook

- Cassette - Mystic Productions (250)

- Digital Album

And, just to round everything off, don’t forget you can catch Behemoth live in 2025 as them embark on their “Unholy Trinity” European tour alongside Satyricon and Rotting Christ. A full list of dates is below:

The Unholy Trinity Tour 2025

04-April - AT - Vienna, Gasometer

05-April - DE - Munich, Zenith

06-April - DE - Berlin, Columbiahalle

08-April - CH - Zurich, Halle 622

11-April - FR - Paris, Olympia - LOW TICKETS

12-April - UK - London, O2 Academy Brixton

13-April - NL - Tilburg, 013 Poppodium - LOW TICKETS

15-April - DE - Cologne, E-Werk

16-April - DE - Wiesbaden, Schlachthof

18-April - SE - Stockholm, B-K

20-April - NO - Oslo, Inferno Metal Festival *Behemoth only*