GADGET: "Coerced" EP from Swedish grindcore veterans premieres in full!

Swedish grindcore veterans GADGET have unveiled their highly anticipated new EP “Coerced” in its entirety, now streaming via Invisible Oranges ahead of its official release on May 8th, 2026 through De:Nihil Records.

Marking the band’s first proper release in a decade and their debut with the revamped lineup, “Coerced” captures GADGET at their most focused and uncompromising.

The full premiere offers a comprehensive look at the band’s renewed creative drive, balancing raw intensity with sharper dynamics and subtle experimental nuances. With “Coerced”, GADGET reaffirm their place among the genre’s most ingenious acts, proving not only their return, but a clear evolution of their sound and intent.

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"Coerced" is the band's first proper release since 2016 and the debut with the revitalized lineup featuring Emilia Henriksson on vocals and Kristofer Jankarls on guitar.

"Coerced" comprises seven tracks written between 2019 and 2023, alongside a re-recording of the 2017 track "Funerary Rites", which had previously been released only digitally in 2020 and never received a physical release. True to GADGET’s signature style, the EP delivers their relentless blend of grindcore, hardcore punk, and death metal, now pushing even further into the uncomfortably dense territories of noise and doomy sludge. The new material preserves the abrasive intensity that longtime fans expect, while also introducing subtle twists and turns that keep the sound fresh and unpredictable.

With "Coerced", GADGET prove that they are not just returning—they are evolving. The EP captures the raw energy, sharp dynamics, and small experimental touches that have always defined the band’s approach, making it a definitive statement of their ongoing relevance in the grindcore scene. This release is a bold reminder that GADGET remain masters of their craft, combining sheer brutality with inventive songwriting, and they are now poised to reignite their live performances and push forward with renewed determination. "Coerced" is the ultimate announcement: GADGET are back, stronger and more uncompromising than ever.