NOLA legends DOWN appear on the latest cover of Decibel Magazine (December 2026). The feature celebrates the band’s long-awaited new studio album, Volume V, set for release on November 20th via Nuclear Blast Records.
DOWN’s bond runs deep. For over three decades, the quintet of Philip H. Anselmo, Pepper Keenan, Kirk Windstein, Jimmy Bower, and Pat Bruders has quietly built a legacy like no other.
The guys initially crossed paths as teens in various local bands throughout New Orleans. Over the years, each musician went off and made a name for himself with Anselmo notably fronting Pantera, Keenan holding down guitar and vocals for Corrosion Of Conformity, Windstein leading Crowbar, and Bower slinging guitar in Eyehategod.
Two writing sessions yielded the bulk of material on Volume V. Upholding a tradition dating back to Down II, the members retreated to Anselmo’s home studio and their de facto clubhouse, Nodferatu’s Lair. Songs originated on the spot as they jammed face-to-face. Throughout 2025, the music naturally took shape. Keenan and Windstein chose to simultaneously record guitar together, giving the album a timeless punch.
Watch DOWN’s previously released video for “Blood Oath” HERE and “The Myth” HERE.
Volume V will be released on CD and digital formats as well as 2xLP in the following color variants:
Orange (World)
Yellow + Red Galaxy (Nuclear Blast US Exclusive)
Orange + Red Galaxy (Nuclear Blast EU Exclusive) * Sold Out *
Black (Band Exclusive #1) * Sold Out *
Clear, Black + Red Smoke (Band Exclusive #2) * Sold Out *
Orange + Black Galaxy (Decibel Exclusive) * Sold Out *
Smoke (Revolver Exclusive) * Sold Out *
Transparent Neon Orange + Black Marble (Nuclear Blast Exclusive)
As a special bonus, Tipitinas in New Orleans will host a special DOWN – Volume V listening party on Thursday, November 19th as part of The Great NOLA Trendkill kick-off party, featuring Suplecs, Spirit In The Room, and Nest. Find more info HERE.
In December, DOWN will headline day two (December 5th) of this year’s edition of the Decibel Magazine Metal & Beer Fest Denver. The appearance marks the band’s first Denver appearance in over twelve years!
Tickets for all shows are on sale now. See confirmed dates below.
DOWN – Volume V Listening Party:
11/19/2026 Tipitinas – New Orleans, LA
DOWN Live – US Festival Dates:
10/24/2026 Sick New World Texas – Fort Worth, TX
11/20-21/2026 The Great NOLA Trendkill – New Orleans, LA
12/05/2026 Decibel Metal And Beer Fest – Denver, CO
5/16/2027 Boardwalk Rock – Ocean City, MD
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Source: EARSPLIT PR
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