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The release of Idols II on February 20 2026 marks a career defining moment for British rock star Yungblud following his historic win at the 68th Annual Grammy Awards for Best Rock Performance. Published through Capitol Records and Locomotion this expanded conceptual project features eight additional tracks including the new single Suburban Requiem and a high profile collaboration with The Smashing Pumpkins on the alternative radio chart topper Zombie. Written by Yungblud and Mati Schwartz and produced by Schwartz the Idols era has already generated over 500 million streams cementing him as the first British artist to sweep three major rock nominations in a single year. By leveraging a sold out 2026 North American arena tour and the critical momentum of his Grammy success Yungblud is effectively transitioning from a counter culture icon to a global rock powerhouse proving that his blend of punk authenticity and stadium scale production remains the most commercially dominant force in modern guitar music.
Listen to Idols II here.
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