Germany's MELONBALL Drop New Single + Video “Silence + Compliance” via Thousand Islands Records & Rookie Records; New LP Coming Feb 27
German punk rock juggernaut MELONBALL roar back today with a fiery new single, “Silence = Compliance,” released jointly through Thousand Islands Records (CAN) and Rookie Records (GER). The track is the first preview of the band’s highly anticipated sophomore full-length, 'Take Care' arriving on February 27, 2026.
A blistering call-to-action, “Silence = Compliance” delivers a pointed message: when injustice thrives, silence is not neutrality — it’s complicity. With lightning-speed riffs, razor-sharp precision, and commanding vocals from Oli Barth-Jurca, the single urges listeners to speak up, push back, and refuse complacency in the face of oppression.
Built on a foundation of fast, technical, politically-charged punk, MELONBALL’s signature sound shines through: intricate drum work, melodic yet aggressive guitar lines, and a vocal performance that cuts straight through the noise.
Since the release of their 2023 debut BREATHE (Thousand Islands / Lockjaw Records), MELONBALL have carved out an impressive international footprint. They’ve stormed stages at major festivals including Ruhrpott Rodeo, Manchester Punk Festival, Mighty Sounds, Mission Ready, Punk Rock Holiday, and Music 4 Cancer, while sharing lineups with genre heavyweights like A Wilhelm Scream, Authority Zero, Lagwagon, Belvedere, The Iron Roses, Punk Rock Factory, and ZSK.
Following a UK tour in 2023 and a 10-date Eastern Canada run in 2024, MELONBALL continue their global reach with a four-show stretch supporting Satanic Surfers in November 2024. Their acoustic EP eup•nea, released in April 2024, showcased a dynamic new side of the band — further fueling anticipation for their upcoming second album.
New Album Coming Early 2026
The band’s forthcoming sophomore record 'Take Care' will arrive February 27 via Thousand Islands Records (CAN) and Rookie Records (GER), marking the next evolution of MELONBALL’s relentless, socially conscious punk assault.
BAND LINEUP
Oli Barth-Jurca – Vocals
Basti Völler – Guitar, Backing Vocals
Viktor Knebel – Guitar
Jens Wagner – Bass
Tommy Hlatky – Drums
STREAM “SILENCE = COMPLIANCE”
https://bfan.link/silence-compliance
Watch the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QyVMOOQccRQ&list=RDQyVMOOQcc...
Pre-Save 'Take Care'
https://orcd.co/melonball_take_care
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What others have said:
Ear Nutrition:
“Skate Punk is time resistant, powerful and straight to the point in the modern scene and it is bands such as Melonball that toast a rich legacy as they hurtle forth into the future.”
That’s Good Enough For Me:
“Melodic and angsty throughout… I was surprised at how this song stuck with me for a while after listening. Fans of never‑let‑up melodic punk rock will likely find something to like here.”
The Whole Kameese:
“An Absolutely Melodic Gem.”
Click Roll Boom
“Melonball present a fresh perspective that navigates the delicate balance between mellowness and the spirited energy of their punk roots… the passion of their rebellious spirit remains undiminished.”
