The masters of doomed heavy metal have finally broken their silence. Khemmis, the Denver-based powerhouse that has consistently redefined the boundaries of the genre, has officially announced the details for their upcoming fifth studio album, simply titled Khemmis. Set for a worldwide release on June 12, 2026, via Nuclear Blast Records, the album promises to be their most energized and profound work to date.
To celebrate the announcement, the band has unleashed the lead single and official music video for "Invocation of the Dreamer". The track is a perfect distillation of the Khemmis sound: crushing riffs, soaring dual-guitar harmonies, and the hauntingly powerful vocals of Phil Pendergast. "This album is a culmination of everything we've learned as a band," Pendergast shared. "It's about finding light in the darkest of places."
"Forsake The Light" World Tour
Alongside the album announcement, Khemmis has revealed the dates for their massive 2026 "Forsake The Light" World Tour. Kicking off in North America this spring and heading to Europe and the UK in the fall, the tour will see the band performing their most ambitious stage production yet. Known for their flawless live execution, this tour is set to be one of the highlights of the 2026 metal calendar.
As the band prepares to take their new sonic journey across the globe, the excitement in the metal community is palpable. Khemmis has always been a band that rewards deep listening, and their self-titled effort looks to be a landmark release for the decade.
Khemmis is available for pre-order now in various limited-edition formats. The journey into the Everblack continues.
