Swedish hard rock veterans EUROPE have released the hook-laden new single ""The Cult Of Ignorance"", the second track unveiled from their highly anticipated forthcoming studio album, ""Come This Madness"", due on September 25 via Silver Lining Music.,Driven by an instantly memorable hook and an anthemic chorus, ""The Cult Of Ignorance"" combines undeniable catchiness with a message that resonates in today's fast-moving world, delivering moments of reflection without losing its positive, feel-good energy.,As well as featuring EUROPE, the accompanying star-studded video showcases cameos from high-profile friends of the band, including renowned actress Malin Åkerman, former World No.
1 and multiple Grand Slam champion tennis player Stefan Edberg, astronaut Christer Fuglesang, Howling Pelle (THE HIVES), Mikael Åkerfeldt and Fredrik Åkesson (OPETH) and E-Type, alongside many other notable personalities from the world of music, film, fashion, sports and science.,This marks another highlight in EUROPE's storied career.
As well as featuring EUROPE, the accompanying star-studded video showcases cameos from high-profile friends of the band.
This follows a bold new visual chapter for the band, marked by an unconventional music video for their previous single ""One On One"", which was accompanied by acclaimed actor Peter Stormare ("Fargo", "The Big Lebowski", "Minority Report", "8MM", "Armageddon") and directed by Patric Ullaeus.,With ""Come This Madness"", EUROPE deliver a landmark record that finds them fully realized and present, confronting the world as it is.
The album was recorded at RMV Studio, the Stockholm-based recording facility founded by Benny Andersson and Ludvig Andersson.
The album features special guest appearances from Tobias Forge (GHOST) and Mikael Åkerfeldt (OPETH).
EUROPE has seen it all.
Pushed forward.
Never stood still.
And still, they rise again, continuing to defy expectations, evolving, adapting, and pushing forward without compromise.,EUROPE will also embark on an extensive run of live dates, including numerous festival appearances and a major tour to celebrate the 40th anniversary of ""The Final Countdown"".
Kicking off in Glasgow on September 30, ""The Final Countdown 40th Anniversary Tour"" promises to unite the legacy that defined them with the renewed energy driving them forward today.,This marks another highlight in EUROPE's storied career.
With this release of EUROPE's highly anticipated studio album ""Come This Madness"", they reaffirm their position as one of hard rock's most consistent and enduring acts, always pushing boundaries, evolving their sound, and refusing to let go.