Final Killer album ‘The Grand Finale’ out in September

Pioneering Belgian heavy metal band KILLER were originally formed in 1980 by guitarist and singer Paul “Shorty” Van Camp and drummer “Fat” Leo (who sadly passed away on February 13th, 2026). Prior to that, both had been active in a rock/blues formation named Mothers Of Track. The classic line-up of KILLER was completed by guitarist Ivo “Spooky” Van Doren.

Heavily influenced by the New Wave Of British Heavy Metal and Motörhead, the trio quickly gained a reputation for loud and aggressive heavy/speed metal and, along with Acid and Crossfire, became one of Belgium’s most successful bands.

Signing a record deal with Mausoleum Records, KILLER issued a string of classic albums in the early eighties – “Ready For Hell” (1980), “Wall Of Sound”(1982) and “Shock Waves” (1984) – before breaking up for the first time in 1987. A few reunions and five more albums followed, the last one being “Hellfire” on HNE in 2023.

And now it’s time for “The Grand Finale” – KILLER’s very last studio album, scheduled for September 11th 2026 via High Roller Records.

Consisting of Paul “Shorty” Van Camp (guitars/vocals), Ian Anthony (bass) and Vanne (drums), KILLER haven’t lost any of their punch. According to “Shorty” Van Camp, the album “is a dedication to Lemmy of Motörhead, who is one of our all-time heroes.”

“‘The Grand Finale’ is a typical KILLER album,” continues the guitarist and singer. “True old school metal referring back to our old days. The songs are very catchy, with strong refrains that everyone can sing along to after only a few listens. Simple but honest. And of course, flashing explosive guitar solos which are my specialty. This time I composed all music and lyrics on my own.”

A lyric video for the album’s title track is premiered here: https://youtu.be/C2i6pFHccB8

Cover Artwork by Mario Lopez. Mixed and co-produced by Ivan Opdebeeck and Shorty at Secret Boulevard Studios. Mastered by Patrick Engel / Temple of Disharmony.

Tracklist:
01. Loaded Gun
02. Welcome In The Real World
03. The Grand Finale
04. Gone Too Soon
05. Roll The Dice
06. Hard Day Coming
07. Don’t Get Me Wrong
08. The Fire Still Burns
09. In The Eye Of The Storm
10. What You See Is What You Get

Line-up:
Paul “Shorty” Van Camp – All Guitars, Bass Guitars , Vocals
Vanne Opdebeeck – Drums, Backing Vocals
Jan Anthonis – Bass, Backing Vocals

Special guest vocals : Lloyd “Lemmy Kilmister” on “What You See Is What You Get” and “Roll The Dice”