British legend The Blood is making its presence felt once again. On January 10, 2026, they unleashed a brand-new track titled „Boulevards of Banality.“ Far from being a dusty archival find, this is fresh studio material that confirms the group—centered around The Cardinal (Colin Smith)—is currently very much active.

The song delivers exactly what fans of the cult album False Gestures for a Devious Public have come to expect: raw sound, punk punchiness, a slightly theatrical, dark atmosphere

This recent burst of activity is far from random. Their entire new output is intricately linked to a multimedia project called Vagabond Vendetta. This umbrella brand unites The Cardinal’s autobiographical fantasy book with a conceptual musical soundtrack, of which this new single is likely a part.

The single’s artwork – a figure evoking Jesus Christ and scales balancing a heart against grenades – clearly channels the provocative aesthetic that has defined the band since the 1980s.

In 2026, The Blood are not merely a nostalgic memory; they are a fully functioning band with a sharp, clear vision. You can find „Boulevards of Banality“ on all major streaming platforms now.

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