The Royal They Reissues Self-Titled Debut Album
The band celebrates a decade of music with its first-ever vinyl pressing of the 10-track project.
Updated on Oct. 30, 2026 in Alternative
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The Royal They has released a 10th anniversary vinyl reissue of their self-titled debut album. The trio also premiered a new music video for the track Full Metal Black.
Why it matters
The reissue marks a significant milestone for the Brooklyn-based band while providing fans with a first-time vinyl edition of the original 10-track collection.
The anniversary edition features 10 tracks, marking the first time the debut album has been made available in a vinyl format.
The players
The Royal They
The Royal They is a trio featuring Michelle Hutt, Darrell Dumas, and Rick Martinez.
King Pizza Records
King Pizza Records is the label that initially released the bands self-titled debut album.
The details
The newly released music video for Full Metal Black incorporates archival footage documenting the bands history. This reissue follows the groups activity in New York Citys DIY music scene during the 2010s.
Timeline
The band was active in Brooklyn DIY venues during the 2010s.
The 10th anniversary vinyl reissue was released on October 30, 2026.
Industry Dynamics
The Royal They follows a common pattern among independent artists of leveraging past exposure, such as the feature of Full Metal Black on the Welcome to Night Vale podcast, to drive catalog interest. This release reflects the ongoing trend of anniversary-driven physical media reissues for cult-favorite indie projects.
Collectors can now purchase the 10-track debut on vinyl for the first time through major music retailers. Fans can also stream the new music video for Full Metal Black to view archival footage of the bands history.
The takeaway
Collectors interested in indie discography history can now secure a physical copy of this formerly digital-only debut. The band suggests that this release is the first step toward a broader return to both live performances and new recordings.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Broadway World.
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