The long-standing New York hardcore quartet Madball has returned with their tenth studio album, Not Your Kingdom. The release arrives as the band continues to be cited as a primary influence for modern hardcore acts like Turnstile and Knocked Loose.
The album opens with „Tethered,” a track that blends traditional hardcore punk with subtle hip-hop influences in the vocal delivery of frontman Freddy Cricien. Other highlights include the high-speed „Flammable” and the anthem-like „Rebel Kids,” which encourages independent thought.
Musically, the record maintains the boisterous energy that Madball has been known for since their 1994 debut, Set It Off. However, Not Your Kingdom also finds the band exploring new sonic avenues while staying true to their roots in the New York scene.
Reviewers have praised the colossally heavy drum production and the unforgiving nature of the guitar riffs across the album’s runtime. The release reinforces Madball’s position as a vital force in the global hardcore community in 2026.