Brat Released New Album Manslayer in September
The New Orleans band recently dropped their second full-length record and announced a local release show.
Updated on Oct. 13, 2026 in Metal
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New Orleans band Brat released their second full-length album, Manslayer, in September 2026. The group is now preparing for a local release show at the New Orleans Jazz Museum.
Why it matters
The band sought a more cohesive sound for this record, which evolved into a death metal direction over several years of development. This release marks a significant milestone in their discography.
Brat recorded the album in a single 10-day session at Bricktop studio in Chicago. The upcoming show at the New Orleans Jazz Museum features tickets priced at $12.51.
The players
Brat
This New Orleans-based band consists of vocalist Liz Selfish, guitarist Brenner Moate, drummer Dustin Eagan, and bassist Ian Hennessey.
Liz Selfish
She serves as the vocalist for the band and penned the lyrics for their new album.
Andy Nelson
He is the producer who worked with the band during their 10-day recording session in Chicago.
New Orleans Jazz Museum
This institution is hosting the band for their official local album release concert.
The details
Vocalist Liz Selfish wrote the lyrics for the album, which was produced by Andy Nelson. Following their September tour dates with Gwar and Weedeater, the band is set to depart for a month-long European tour.
Timeline
September 2026: Brat released their second full-length album, Manslayer.
October 16, 2026: The band performs an album release show at the New Orleans Jazz Museum.
Late October 2026: The group begins a one-month tour across Europe.
Industry Dynamics
The release aligns with the ongoing trend of bands seeking more cohesive studio production within the death metal genre. This album positions the group within a competitive landscape of acts currently touring the international circuit.
Fans in New Orleans can attend the release show for a ticket price of $12.51. Listeners can stream or purchase the new record across major music platforms.
The takeaway
The band transitioned into a more focused death metal sound after years of musical evolution. Fans can catch their latest work live during the upcoming local release show or their European tour.
What happens next
Brat will perform at the New Orleans Jazz Museum on October 16, 2026, followed by a one-month European tour commencing at the end of October 2026.
Further reading
Learn more about local music events in New Orleans Metal.
More information
Purchase your tickets for the upcoming performance on the concert ticket purchase page.
Source note: This article includes information reported by NOLA.
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