Metal heroines Nervosa are officially entering a new era. The Brazil-based modern thrash metal powerhouse have announced their sixth studio album, Slave Machine, set for release on April 3, 2026 via Napalm Records — and they’re marking the moment with the arrival of its blistering title track.
A band that has never been content to stand still, Nervosa‘s latest chapter finds them operating at staggering speed with formidable precision. Having conquered some of the world’s biggest metal stages — from Wacken to Hellfest — and earned a reputation as one of the most uncompromising forces in contemporary thrash, Slave Machine aims to cement their status as true genre frontrunners.
Following the momentum of 2023’s Jailbreak, which saw founding guitarist Prika Amaral step fully into the role of lead vocalist, Nervosa now hit harder than ever. The band tear through the scene “with the force of a sledgehammer,” unleashing twelve new tracks that balance sheer aggression with sharpened melody.
Once again, Nervosa have teamed up with producer Martin Furia, known for his work with German thrash legends Destruction. Together, they bridge the gap between old-school thrash ferocity and modern critical edge, crafting an album that feels both rooted and forward-looking. Slave Machine is available for pre-order now.
The newly released title track serves as a ruthless introduction to what’s coming next. “Slave Machine” immediately cranks the velocity, showcasing relentless riffing and layered vocals, while also revealing a slightly different dimension of the band through a catchy alternative bridge — a surprising twist that still hits with crushing force.
Speaking about the song, Nervosa explain: “This song is everything that we want to say and play, many different vocal layers and guitar melodies like a scream to say that we are all part of the ‘Slave Machine’.”
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