[30th May] Yungblud released a brand new single today; the heart wrenching ballad, ‘Zombie’. Hear the trackHERE.
The release of the track will be followed by the premiere of its music video at 4pm. On Wednesday, Yungblud teased a preview on social media, revealing that the video will star the Academy Award-nominated actress Florence Pugh. The music video for ‘Zombie’, directed by Charlie Sarsfield and produced by Untold Studios, will go live at 4pm. Last month, Yungblud showed his support for Florence Pugh, attending the European premiere of Marvel’s ‘Thunderbolts’, in which Pugh stars. See images of Yungblud at the premiere HERE.
‘Zombie’ is the third single from Yungblud’s forthcoming album, ‘Idols’, out on 20th June. His most ambitious project yet, ‘Idols’ is the first part of a double album, with the release date of part two yet to be announced.
Speaking about the track, Yungblud explained, “The song was written initially about my grandmother going through serious injury and trauma, leading her to become a different person to who she was before. It’s about the feeling of deterioration and ugliness; shutting out the world and the people we love out of the fear of becoming a burden or an embarrassment.
He added, “We all want someone or something to comfort us no matter how we are right now or who we become in the future. But it’s f*cking scary.”
The song’s powerful video matches its message, with Pugh portraying a healthcare worker at her emotional brink, overwhelmed by grief and exhaustion.
Fans were treated to a preview of the track at Yungblud’s surprise London gig in March. The artist announced a last minute show at Scala, playing ‘Zombie’ to a packed out room.
The single’s release follows Yungblud’s recent appearance on BBC‘s The Interviewwith Laura Kuenssberg, where he discussed the inspiration behind his festival, Bludfest. The festival was born out of Yungblud‘s desire to present a curated lineup at an affordable cost to fans, fostering an inclusive, community-driven environment in the process. Bludfest returns for its second year on 21st June at The National Bowl in Milton Keynes.
‘Idols’, the album by Yungblud is out on 20th June via Locomotion/Island Records.
ALBUMFORMATS:
VINYL
* Each vinyl offer includes a 4-page lyric booklet and 1 of 6 collectible double-sided photo lithos – unique to each vinyl variant – designed to form a cross-shaped image when the set is completed.
Black Vinyl (Standard)
Yungblud Store Exclusive: Signed “Distant Smoke” Marble Vinyl
Includes signed album artwork print
Indie Exclusive: Signed “Supermoon” Silver Vinyl
Features alternate cover and includes signed album artwork print
Amazon Exclusive: “Wishing Well” Magenta Vinyl
Spotify Exclusive: “Hell And Back” Two-Color Vinyl
CDs
Standard CD
Signed CD
Available via Yungblud Store and indie retailers
Amazon Exclusive CD
Features alternate cover
‘Idols’ full tracklisting:
Hello Heaven, Hello
Idols Pt I
Lovesick Lullaby
Zombie
The Greatest Parade
Change
Monday Murder
Ghosts
Fire
War
Idols Pt II
Supermoon
About Yungblud:
Yungblud is fast becoming one of the key musical voices of his generation, blending influences from Rock, Punk and Pop to monumental effect. His arena-filling performances around the world have cemented his place as one Britain’s most electrifying musical exports. He has received several accolades, including the MTV EMA for Best Alternative (2021) and the O2 Silver Clef Award for Best Live Act (2022). Known for his electrifying stage presence and boundary-pushing lyrics, Yungblud continues to challenge conventions while inspiring fans worldwide with messages of authenticity and acceptance. This year, Yungblud debuted own curated festival Bludfest and released his first book, the instant No1 Sunday Times Best Seller, ‘You Need to Exist: A Book to Love and Destroy’ on Penguin Books.
