When it came time for thrash rockers Anthrax to start the writing and recording process for the follow-up to 2011's Grammy-nominated Worship Music, there was no doubt that the entire band wanted producer Jay Ruston there with them from the start. Ruston first worked with Anthrax during the final-stages of Worship Music, but for this new album, he's been "in the room" every step of the way.

"He's become an intregal part of our process, that's for sure," said Scott Ian. "It's cliche, but he really has become a sixth member."

In this video clip, Ian, Frank Bello, Charlie Benante, Joey Belladonna and Jonathan Donais talk about Ruston's invaluable contribution to the making of For All Kings:

According to Themusic.com.au, Anthrax have secured a deal with record label Nuclear Blast in Australia and New Zealand, allowing the band to release their upcoming album For All Kings in the oceanic region in various formats via the label.

Speaking out about the album guitarist Ian Scott remarked: “For All Kings is the MOST METAL Anthrax album ever. Fitting for all our most metal friends in Australia and New Zealand. I can't wait for you all to hear this and headbang your brains out. See you all soon!"

"Breathing Lightning”, the first official track from For All Kings, due out February 26th (Megaforce/North America), is currently streaming at BraveWords here.

The band's Frank Bello, Charlie Benante and Scott Ian talk about the writing and recording of the song in this new video clip:

"Breathing Lightning" and the track "Evil Twin" will be available at indie retail beginning January 15th as a download card included in each box of the band's fully customized, limited-edition full, 52-card deck playing cards. On February 26th, the card will enable the holder to download the entire album.

On January 26th at 6 PM Anthrax will be coming to Vintage Vinyl in Fords, NJ to celebrate their first album in over three years, For All Kings. Pre-order the new album or Anthrax's new custom playing cards through Vintage Vinyl to receive a wristband to attend the event.

The band will also be signing posters and one additional item with the purchase of either the playing cards or CD and vinyl LP pre-orders through Vintage Vinyl. Wristbands for the event are available on a first come first serve basis until supplies run out.

For All Kings tracklisting:

CD1:
“You Gotta Believe”
“Monster At The End”
“For All Kings”
“Breathing Lightning”
“Suzerain”
“Evil Twin”
“Blood Eagle Wings”
“Defend/Avenge”
“All Of Them Thieves”
“This Battle Chose Us”
“Zero Tolerance”

CD2 (Bonus Live-CD):
“Fight ‘Em ‘Til You Can’t”
“A.I.R.”
“Caught In A Mosh”
“Madhouse”

"Evil Twin" lyric video:

Artwork preview video:

Trailer:

Drummer Charlie Benante promises that the eleven-song For All Kings will be "aggressive and super-thrashy”. The album was written by Benante, bassist Frank Bello, and rhythm guitarist Scott Ian, the dynamic triumvirate whose unique composition chemistry is, in part, what sets Anthrax's music apart from other bands' in the same genre. Add to that Joey Belladonna's breathtaking vocals and the searing guitar leads by newest member Jonathan Donais, and it's no wonder the band is so excited for fans to hear what will be their 11th studio album.

Anthrax have teamed up with Back Story Events for an exclusive live interview event to discuss the record on January 13th in New York City at AOL Studios (770 Broadway, 10003). Tickets include a meet and greet, complimentary beverages and more. Get tickets here.

Anthrax kicked off its first tour of 2016 with Lamb of God on January 15th in Pittsburgh. Dates are below:

January
19 - Tabernacle - Atlanta, GA
22 - Constant Convocation Center - Norfolk, VA
23 - Hammerstein Ballroom - New York, NY
24 - Oakdale Theatre - Wallingford, CT
28 - Royal Oak Music Theatre - Royal Oak, MI
29 - Egyptian Room at Old National Center - Indianapolis, IN
30 - Aragon Ballroom - Chicago, IL
31 - Orbit Room - Grand Rapids, MI
 
February
2 - Arvest Bank Theatre at The Midland - Kansas City, MO
4 - Revention Music Center - Houston, TX
5 - Bomb Factory - Dallas, TX
6 - Concrete Street Pavilion - Corpus Christi, TX
8 - ACL Live at the Moody Theatre - Austin, TX
9 - Diamond Ballroom - Oklahoma City, OK
11 - Brooklyn Bowl - Las Vegas, NV
12 - Hollywood Palladium - Los Angeles, CA