Massacre Records is proud to announce a partnership with Polish extreme metal legends Behemoth for the worldwide physical edition of their exclusive release I, Scvlptor. Available on CD, LP, MC and Limited-Edition Box Set, the release is scheduled for September 4, 2026 — a worldwide simultaneous physical release through Massacre Records.
This release marks a significant milestone for Massacre Records, representing one of the most exciting and prestigious partnerships in the label’s storied history. To be entrusted with bringing I, Scvlptor to fans worldwide is a testament to the label’s enduring commitment to delivering the highest quality physical releases to the global metal community.
I, Scvlptor is an exclusive release featuring 8 unreleased songs — a significant and self-contained body of work. Pre-orders go live on June 1, 2026, when the official cover artwork and full tracklist will also be revealed. Stay tuned to the official channels of both Behemoth and Massacre Records for all upcoming announcements.
“Behemoth are one of the most powerful and iconic forces in extreme metal, and we could not be more honoured to bring I, Scvlptor to their fans on CD and vinyl worldwide,” said Thomas Hertler, Label Manager of Massacre Records. “This is a landmark moment for our label, and we are fully committed to giving this release the presentation it deserves.”
Nergal, Behemoth:
“I, Scvlptor is Behemoth’s latest full-length release — an autonomous work that bridges our past with what is new and fresh. It features brand-new, previously unreleased tracks that embody the full force of our live energy, intensity, and the fire that has driven this band for decades. We also revisited our earliest material, reshaping it with a modern edge while preserving its ancient spirit. I, Scvlptor is equally a tribute to the artists and bands without whom Behemoth would never have existed. Get ready for 40 minutes of a sonic pilgrimage forged at the highest level!”
BEHEMOTH: A GLOBAL PRESENCE
Behemoth’s ascent from the Polish underground to the upper echelons of the international album charts is one of extreme metal’s most remarkable stories. With virtually every major release over the past two decades, the band has broken new ground commercially — without ever compromising a single note of their uncompromising vision.
The Apostasy (2007) marked the band’s first-ever entry on the US Billboard 200, debuting at No. 149 — a landmark moment that signalled the arrival of a new global force in extreme metal.
Evangelion (2009) raised the bar further, debuting at No. 56 on the Billboard 200 and making it clear that Behemoth’s fanbase was growing at an extraordinary rate.
The Satanist (2014) shattered all expectations. Debuting at No. 34 on the Billboard 200, it became the highest-charting black or death metal album in the chart’s history at that time — a record-breaking achievement that sent shockwaves through the industry. The album simultaneously debuted at No. 1 in Poland on the OLIS chart, the band’s home country — cementing Behemoth as a mainstream cultural phenomenon as much as an underground institution. Nergal himself called it “unheard of” and noted that no black or death metal artist had ever reached a higher Billboard position.
I Loved You at Your Darkest (2018) continued the momentum, debuting at No. 85 on the Billboard 200. In Poland, the album again dominated, reaching No. 1 on the vinyl chart and No. 4 overall. The album also charted highly across Germany, Sweden, the UK, Australia, and beyond.
Opvs Contra Natvram (2022) saw Behemoth chart once more across multiple territories, including a Top 20 entry on the UK Official Albums Chart (No. 19), further cementing their position as one of the most commercially viable extreme metal acts in the world.
BEHEMOTH ON TOUR: 2026
Behemoth enter the announcement of I, Scvlptor in the midst of one of the most ambitious touring years of their career, with two landmark runs on either side of the Atlantic confirming their status as a genuine arena-level draw in the world of extreme metal.
The Godless IV Tour — North America (Spring 2026)
Behemoth are currently headlining their “The Godless IV Tour” across North America — a 26-date headline run stretching from San Diego (April 14) to the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles (May 21), with festival appearances at Welcome to Rockville and Sonic Temple. Supporting Behemoth on the majority of dates are death and black metal legends Deicide, Immolation and Rotting Christ — a package rightly hailed across the metal press as one of the most formidable extreme metal bills ever assembled on American soil. The run has seen sold shows from coast to coast, with Behemoth packing theatres and ballrooms across the US and Canada and reaffirming their position as the undisputed headliner of the extreme metal world.
“In League With Satan” Co-Headline Tour — Europe (October 2026)
This autumn, Behemoth will co-headline the “In League with Satan” European tour alongside Norwegian symphonic black metal titans Dimmu Borgir, with Swedish black metal icons Dark Funeral as special guests. Widely regarded as one of the most anticipated extreme metal events of the decade, the tour sees three of the genre’s most commanding live acts sharing a stage for the first time, promising colossal productions, blistering performances, and a nightly spectacle of occult grandeur. Full tour dates below:
09 Oct — Zurich, Switzerland — Halle 622
10 Oct — Zwickau, Germany — Sparkassen-Arena
11 Oct — Esch-sur-Alzette, Luxembourg — Rockhal
13 Oct — Milan, Italy — Alcatraz
14 Oct — Munich, Germany — Zenith
16 Oct — Paris, France — Zenith
18 Oct — Den Bosch, Netherlands — Mainstage
20 Oct — Cologne, Germany — Palladium
22 Oct — Hamburg, Germany — Inselpark Arena
23 Oct — Berlin, Germany — Columbiahalle
24 Oct — Brno, Czech Republic — Hala Vodova
27 Oct — Helsinki, Finland — Ice Hall
29 Oct — Stockholm, Sweden — Berns
30 Oct — Copenhagen, Denmark — K.B. Hallen
RELEASE INFORMATION
Artist: Behemoth
Title: I, Scvlptor
Label: Massacre Records
Format: CD, LP, MC & Ltd. Box Set (Physical Worldwide)
Release Type: Exclusive Release — 8 Unreleased Songs
Release Date: September 4, 2026 (Worldwide)
Pre-order Date: June 1, 2026 — Artwork & tracklist reveal
ABOUT BEHEMOTH
Formed in Gdańsk, Poland in 1991, Behemoth are widely regarded as one of the most important and influential extreme metal acts of all time. Fronted by the visionary Adam “Nergal” Darski, the band have built a global following through decades of uncompromising artistry, incendiary live performances, and a catalogue that has consistently pushed the boundaries of black and death metal. Their commercial ascent has been as relentless as their music: The Apostasy (2007) marked their first-ever entry on the US Billboard 200 at No. 149; Evangelion (2009) climbed to No. 56; and The Satanist (2014) shattered all expectations with a No. 34 debut — the highest position ever achieved by a black or death metal album in Billboard 200 history — while simultaneously hitting No. 1 in Poland. I Loved You at Your Darkest (2018) again topped the Polish charts and entered the Billboard 200 at No. 85, alongside Top 10 Hard Music positions in the US, Canada, and multiple European territories. Opvs Contra Natvram (2022) continued the streak with a Top 20 entry on the UK Official Albums Chart. With virtually every major release charting higher than the last, Behemoth stand as both commercial titans and true underground icons — an extraordinary achievement for a band that has never compromised a single note of their uncompromising vision.
ABOUT MASSACRE RECORDS
Founded in 1991, Massacre Records is one of Europe’s longest-running and most respected metal labels. Label Manager Thomas Hertler has been with the company since its very first day, steering it through over three decades of releases spanning virtually every corner of heavy music. With a catalogue of more than 1,200 releases and home to some of the genre’s most celebrated artists, Massacre Records remains dedicated to the craft of quality physical releases and to serving the global heavy metal community.
