Ruthless - Curse of the Beast Ruthless

The name RUTHLESS itself means “without mercy.” Since the early 1980s, led by vocalist Sammy DeJohn, the band has stayed true to its style of metal, from the classic first EP Metal Without Mercy (1984) and the debut cult album Discipline Of Steel (1986), to later albums They Rise (2015) and Evil Within (2019). They’ve never wavered in their devotion to the power of bands like JUDAS PRIEST, ACCEPT and BLACK SABBATH, always staying true to their roots.

Their latest album, The Fallen, was released in January 2024 on their new label Fireflash Records, home to acts like WOLF and HOLY MOSES, followed by a European tour supporting fellow believers JAG PANZER, cementing their reputation as a magnificent live band.

Now, RUTHLESS are proud to announce the release of their next studio album, Curse Of The Beast. The band has created an album full of power and passion, combined with the classic ’80s metal sound, ready to become a future classic and a must-have for anyone who loves traditional heavy metal like METAL CHURCH, JUDAS PRIEST, EXCITER and others.

Curse Of The Beast was recorded with producer Ron Sandoval, known for work with KERRY KING among others, who also handled the final mix and mastering. The album will be released on July 17th, 2026.

“We can't wait for you all to hear it. We have a couple of surprises on this one and it's going to destroy,” reveals Sammy.

Immediately afterwards, the band will play selected shows in Europe alongside MINDWARS and THE TROOPS OF DOOM, including the legendary Headbangers Open Air.