Exodus Announce New Album “Goliath” and Release First Single “3111”
Legendary American thrash metal band Exodus have officially announced the release of their new studio album titled Goliath. The record will become the twelfth full-length album in the band’s discography and is scheduled for release on March 20, 2026, via Napalm Records. Along with the announcement, the band unveiled the album’s first single, the powerful and uncompromising track “3111”, which has already sparked strong reactions among fans of the genre.
The song “3111” opens the upcoming album and immediately sets its dark, aggressive tone. The title refers to real-life statistics of violence — the number of murders recorded in Ciudad Juárez, Mexico, in 2010. Musically, the track stays true to the classic Exodus style, combining fast-paced riffs, a dense rhythm section, and the relentless delivery the band has been known for over several decades.
A music video was filmed for “3111,” but its release faced restrictions: YouTube refused to host the video due to excessively graphic content. According to the band, the clip will be released later in an alternative format on other platforms.
The album Goliath is described by the band members themselves as one of the most ambitious and diverse works in Exodus’ career. All members of the group took part in the songwriting process, along with several guest musicians. Among them are Peter Tägtgren (Hypocrisy, Pain), who contributed guest vocals on the track The Changing Me, and violinist Katie Jacoby, who appears on the title track Goliath. Recording, mixing, and mastering were handled by producer Mark Lewis, known for his work with Cannibal Corpse, Whitechapel, and other heavy music acts.
Special attention is drawn to the return of vocalist Rob Dukes, who rejoined Exodus after a long absence. For him, Goliath marks his first studio album with the band in 16 years and the first since Exhibit B: The Human Condition (2010). His unmistakable voice once again dominates the new material, adding even more aggression and intensity to the band’s sound.
Formed in 1979 in San Francisco, Exodus are widely regarded as one of the pioneers of thrash metal and a cornerstone of the Bay Area scene. Although the band was never officially part of the so-called “Big Four, ” their influence on the genre and on generations of musicians remains undeniable. With Goliath, Exodus clearly demonstrate that they are still in peak form and have no intention of slowing down.
