The iconic Belgian provocateurs Lords Of Acid erupt back onto the scene with "Karaoke Superstar", their first new material since 2016 — and they make their return with all the theatrical excess, neon sleaze, and tongue‑in‑cheek irreverence that made them legends in the first place.
A hyper‑charged collision of industrial, metal, acid dance, and chaotic pop culture, the single finds the group leaning gleefully into their most outrageous instincts. Inspired by the sensory overload of Japanese game shows, the spectacle of pop celebrity, and the darker corners of fetish‑club aesthetics, "Karaoke Superstar" is a deliberately over‑the‑top anthem built for both the dancefloor and the imagination.
Adding an extra spark, the track features a guest appearance from US hitmaker and DJ Princess Superstar, whose playful vocal interplay cuts through the aggressive EBM‑driven sequencing. The result is a call‑and‑response frenzy that marries pounding club energy with theatrical satire — a reminder that Lords Of Acid have always understood that hedonism and humour can coexist in the same sweaty, neon‑lit room.
Formed in Antwerp in 1988, Lords Of Acid remain one of the most influential forces to emerge from the hard‑edged electronic underground. Their early fusion of techno, acid house, industrial grit, and unapologetically provocative themes reshaped the landscape of club culture. From the notorious New Beat classic “I Sit on Acid” to their chart‑storming albums throughout the ’90s and 2000s, the group carved out a global cult following and a reputation for pushing boundaries both musically and visually.
Decades later, their legacy endures — and "Karaoke Superstar" proves they haven’t lost their bite. Instead, they return louder, brighter, and more mischievous than ever, ready to remind the world why their name still commands instant recognition across the darker edges of electronic music.
If this is the opening shot of a new era, Lords Of Acid are clearly not interested in subtlety. They’re here to provoke, entertain, and dominate the dancefloor once again. Link

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"This time we're trying not to complicate things too much. We want to have a simple message, but that doesn't mean there will be fewer arrangements or less songwriting..." - Pedro Paixão
"Within this darkness, where there's no light at all, the golden raven still shines. It's not like a perfectly cut statue of Michelangelo..." - Val Perun
"When you feel something you need to share, creating songs is the best way to do it. You can reflect on yourself so that you can relax and be relieved of that emotion." - Çağla Güleray
"We only make an album when we feel genuinely inspired. You can't just say, "OK, I'm going to record a new album", because without inspiration, it would be boring." - Gregor Mackintosh
