California’s metallic hardcore titans Lionheart are back and hitting harder than ever with their brand-new single “Bulletproof” - a ferocious statement track that marks the beginning of the next chapter in the band’s unstoppable rise. Groove-heavy, razor-sharp, and fueled by the Oakland outfit’s trademark intensity, “Bulletproof” captures everything that has made Lionheart one of the most dominant forces in modern hardcore: pure aggression, anthemic gang-shouts, and a swagger that could only come from the West Coast.

The release of “Bulletproof” also kicks off the official pre-orders for Lionheart’s highly anticipated new album Valley of Death II, set for release on January 9th, 2026 via Arising Empire.

Serving as the sequel to their crushing 2019 record Valley of Death, the new album promises to be heavier, darker, and even more unrelenting.

Now, after officially re-signing with Arising Empire, Lionheart are charging into their next era with renewed force. With one of 2026’s most anticipated hardcore albums on the horizon, the band is poised to push their legacy even further. Their return to Europe in January 2026 for a massive headline tour—joined by Madball, Gideon, and Slope—will showcase exactly why this new chapter with Arising Empire marks a decisive and powerful step forward.