Sublime’s legacy was forever altered by the untimely passing of lead singer Bradley Nowell in 1996. While surviving members Eric Wilson and Bud Gaugh continued to perform through projects like Long Beach Dub Allstars and Sublime With Rome, the band’s core identity remained tied to that tragic conclusion. Now, however, the group is entering a new chapter. With Bradley’s son, Jakob Nowell, stepping into the role of lead singer for live performances, the band has officially announced Until The Sun Explodes, their first new studio album since 1996.
The band has also shared a video for the project’s chill, atmospheric title track. You can watch the video below:
In a statement regarding the new single, Bud Gaugh expressed the band’s collective sentiment: “This song is the title track of our new album and it expresses the gratitude we all feel as well as our intent for the future of our band and the music we love! Until the Sun Explodes is our reality. Thank you for enjoying life with us!”
Jakob Nowell was careful to frame the project as a tribute rather than a continuation of the original band’s discography. “The last Sublime record that will ever be made is Self-Titled. There’s no replacing history, period,” he noted. “Until The Sun Explodes the album is an epilogue, and ‘Until The Sun Explodes’ the single is the epilogue to the epilogue. It is a tribute to the expansive works of Sublime, it is an acknowledgment for all that my father has done for me my entire life, and most importantly it is a thank you. I love you dad, and I owe you my life.”
Eric Wilson echoed the excitement surrounding the release, adding, “I am really excited about the album that’s coming out. I think it will set the tone for the summer of 2026!”
Sublime’s Until The Sun Explodes Album Cover Artwork
Sublime’s Until The Sun Explodes Tracklist
1. “Ensenada”
2. “Wizard”
3. “Can’t Miss You”
4. “Backwards” Feat. FIDLAR
5. “Maybe Partying Will Help Pt 1”
6. “Favorite Songs” Feat. Skegss
7. “Personal Hell”
8. “F.T.R.”
9. “Evil Men”
10. “Trey’s Song” Feat. H.R. of Bad Brains
11. “Casino Taormina”
12. “The Problem With That Is It Makes Me Stoked”
13. “Gangstalker”
14. “Figueroa”
15. “Froggy”
16. “Come Correct” Feat. G. Love
17. “What For”
18. “247-369” Feat. Fletcher Dragge of Pennywise
19. “Maybe Partying Will Help Pt 2”
20. “Until The Sun Explodes”
21. “Thanx Again”
Until The Sun Explodes is scheduled for release on June 12 via Atlantic Records.
