Swedish punk band Bödel release their long-awaited debut album Dödsbringaren on January 30, 2026, via DiSTAT Records. Hailing from the Skaraborg region, the group delivers fast, hostile crust punk rooted in d-beat and hardcore tradition. The album is short, brutal, and relentless, packing twelve tracks into just twenty-five minutes of nonstop pressure.
Dödsbringaren is driven by speed and raw force. The guitars tear forward with sharp, distorted riffs, while the drums hit with constant urgency and little restraint. The bass stays thick and punishing, locking the songs into a heavy forward motion. Everything feels stripped down and direct, with no space wasted and no soft edges.
At the center of the album is vocalist Leya, whose voice cuts through the noise with ferocious intensity. Her delivery is harsh and commanding, pushing each song toward a sense of collapse and confrontation. The vocals feel urgent and uncompromising, giving the album its apocalyptic tone. Rather than decoration, the voice functions like another weapon in the mix.
The band combines experienced players with fresh energy. Guitarist Arvid, bassist Henke, and drummer Micke bring tight execution and control, allowing the chaos to feel deliberate instead of loose. The chemistry between the members keeps the songs fast but focused, avoiding excess while maximizing impact.
Production on Dödsbringaren is raw but clear. Recorded and mixed by Jocke Rydbjer at Wolfden Studios, the album keeps a live, aggressive feel without becoming muddy. Each instrument is easy to track, even at full speed, reinforcing the album’s sense of urgency and clarity.
The CD edition includes all of Bödel’s previous releases, bringing the total track count to twenty-three songs. This gives listeners a full view of the band’s short but explosive history. The first single, “Domare och bödel,” arrives ahead of the album on January 9.
Dödsbringaren presents Bödel as a band focused on destruction, speed, and conviction. With its harsh sound and unfiltered delivery, the album stands as a powerful statement from Sweden’s current punk underground.
