Japanese metalcore band Crystal Lake has shared the new single, “Neversleep (feat. Myke Terry)” its upcoming seventh studio album, “The Weight of Sound,” set for release on Jan. 23, 2026, via Century Media Records.
The track, which features Myke Terry from Volumes and Fire from the Gods on vocals, is one of the darker pieces of the new record. “Neversleep” follows prior released singles “The Weight of Sound,” “Crossing Nails” and “BlüdGod.”
“This track is the one where I poured in the hardcore/metal/punk elements that I’ve carried as my own background to the limit,” guitarist/founder Yudai “YD” Miyamoto said. “It’s simple, but with an extra twist, and at times hybrid arrangements, updating it into the kind of extreme sound that represents the current Crystal Lake Every part of the song is made for you to dance, so don’t think too much—just feel it and enjoy. Stay heavy.”
The upcoming album has been teased ever since Crystal Lake joined the label back in 2024. It features a diverse lineup of guest artists across the heavy music spectrum, including Jesse Leach (Killswitch Engage), David Simonich (Signs of the Swarm), Taylor Barber (Seven Hours after Violet), Myke Terry (Fire from the Gods, Volumes) and Karl Schubach (Misery Signals). Pre-order the album here.
”When I look back, I realize that Crystal Lake has now been active for 23 long years,” Miyamoto said. “People often say, ‘time flies,’ but the truth is we’ve carved out countless histories together—with friends, bandmates and fellow musicians – sharing struggles that drew blood and building this band piece by piece. I have constantly been inspired by the people and the environment around me. To play that music together with comrades-in-arms is what it means to be a band. And the music that band creates has the power to shape a new culture. Our new album ‘The Weight of Sound’ is a reflection of this way of life. I truly hope you will listen and enjoy it.”
“The Weight of Sound” track list:
- Everblack (feat. David Simonich)
- BlüdGod (feat. Taylor Barber)
- Neversleep (feat. Myke Terry)
- King Down
- The Undertow (feat. Karl Schubach)
- The Weight of Sound
- Crossing Nails
- Dystopia (feat. Jesse Leach)
- Sinner
- Don’t Breathe
- Coma Wave
“The Weight of Sound” will be available in the following formats.
- CD Digipak
- Grey LP (EU/UK)
- Ltd. white-transp. red marbled LP (limited to 600 copies worldwide)
- Translucent Forest Green LP (US)
Crystal Lake will join forces with American metalcore band Miss May I for an early 2026 co-headline tour in Europe and the U.K., with special guests Great American Ghost and Diesect as special guests. Tickets are available here.
Crystal Lake/Miss May I tour dates:
with Great American Ghost and Diesect
02/24/26 – The Netherlands, Utrecht @ Tivoli Pandora
02/25/26 – Belgium, Antwerp @ Zappa
02/27/26 – Germany, Karlsruhe @ Substage\
02/28/26 – Germany, Cologne @ Essigfabrik
03/01/26 – Germany, Hamburg @ Logo
03/02/26 – Germany, Berlin @ SO36
03/03/26 – Czech Republic, Prague @ Rock Cafe
03/05/26 – Austria, Vienna @ Szene
03/06/26 – Germany, Munich @ Backstage
03/07/26 – Switzerland, Geneva @ PTR/L’Usine
03/09/26 – Spain, Barcelona @ Razzmatazz 2
03/10/26 – Spain, Madrid @ Copérnico
03/11/26 – Portugal, Lisbon @ LAV Lisboa ao Vivo
03/12/26 – Spain, Vitoria @ Jimmy Jazz
03/14/26 – France, Paris @ Nouveau Casino
03/15/26 – France, Lille @ The Black Lab
03/16/26 – UK, Southampton @ The Brook
03/17/26 – UK, Cardiff @ Tramshed
03/19/26 – UK, London @ O2 Academy Islington
03/20/26 – UK, Manchester @ Club Academy
03/21/26 – UK, Glasgow @ The Garage
03/22/26 – UK, Birmingham @ O2 Academy2
Crystal Lake also will support Of Mice & Men on its Australian tour in May 2026.
Crystal Lake with Of Mice & Men:
05/05/26 – AU Perth @ Magnet House
06/05/26 – AU Adelaide @ Lion Arts Factory
05/08/26 – AU Melbourne @ Max Watts
05/09/26 – Sydney @ Manning Bar
05/10/26 – Brisbane @ The Triffid
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