Belgian modern metal outfit Mantah releases first single from upcoming new album

After a period of silence, Belgium’s Mantah is back in full force. The brand-new single ‘START’ is the first powerful statement from their upcoming album ANTIDOTE, set for release on October 31, 2025.

With ‘START’, the band showcases exactly what they stand for: energetic, modern metal with a razor-sharp edge. The signature Mantah sound remains present, but this time, the band embraced subtle industrial influences to push their sound forward. The result is a fast-paced, no-compromise track that kicks the door wide open.

Production was once again handled by Tommie Bonajo, who delivered a crisp, cutting-edge mix. For the visuals, Mantah teamed up with rising creative talent Guillian Maertens, who’s responsible for the artwork, photography, and music videos: all capturing the toxic, modern aesthetic of the new era.

The ANTIDOTE album will be celebrated with a release show on November 1, 2025, at Club De B in Torhout/Belgium, the very venue where it all started for Mantah exactly three years ago. A return to their roots, with eyes fixed on the future.

Unlike their debut album, which was released independently, Mantah is now working with Polderrecords, the Belgian label known for pushing bands like Gnome and Hemelbestormer to the next level. The release will receive the full treatment: CD, digital, and vinyl.

Guitar player Bart:

“START sets the tone for what’s coming. This track embodies everything Mantah stands for in 2025: heavy, intense, and sharply focused. We’ve made a record we truly believe in.”

MANTAH is a dynamic metal band that has been making a serious mark on the Belgian metal scene since 2022. With a distinctive blend of modern metal and the raw energy of the ’90s, their music channels the spirit of icons like KoRn, Linkin Park, and Static-X, while injecting a contemporary edge reminiscent of Bring Me The Horizon and I Prevail.

In just a short time, Mantah has proven their potential with impressive milestones. They played twice at the legendary Alcatraz Festival, captured attention at major events like Fonnefeesten, Rock Affligem, and Parkpop, and supported international acts in iconic venues such as AB Brussels, Cactus Bruges, and Wilde Westen Courtrai – consistently earning praise for their intense, high-impact live shows.

Now setting their sights even higher, Mantah finished the recordings of their 2nd album ‘Antidote’, slated for release in fall 2025. With their unstoppable energy and a sound ready to break through borders, Mantah is poised for the next big step.