Metal, Hardcore, Indie, Rock
The cat is out of the bag: Samurai Pizza Cats have announced their long anticipated second album “Press Start”, which will be released 27th March 2026 via Century Media Records. The album comes just in time for the band’s own ‘Samurai Pizza Fest’, which will be held in Cologne, Germany, on 28th March – the festival has recently announced its sold out status. The announcement of their new record follows on the band’s prior single releases ‘Super Zero’, ‘Pandastruck’, ‘Fear No Slice’, and ‘City of Gold’.
Pre-order the new album here.
Additionally, the band announced on their socials that powerhouse drummer Robin Scheer is officially joining the lineup, marking a new chapter as they bid a heartfelt farewell to Stefan Buchwald, who departs the band on his own terms. With their second album on the horizon and an ambitious run of live shows ahead, Samurai Pizza Cats are positioned to make 2026 their most explosive year yet.
TRACKLISTING
1. Insert Coin
2. Pandastruck
3. T-Rex(plosion) (feat. Ankor)
4. Fear No Slice
5. Error 808
6. Level Up
7. Ramen-Man (feat. BABYBEARD)
8. Penguin Supreme
9. Super Zero
10. City Of Gold
11. Thanks For Playing
12. Pizza Homicide – STVW Version
The album will be released in the following formats:
ABOUT Samurai Pizza Cats:
Samurai Pizza Cats from Castrop-Rauxel have long since ceased to be an insider tip since releasing their first self-published songs. Founded in 2021 by Daniel Haniß (Electric Callboy), Sebastian Fischer, and Stefan Buchwald (both formerly of Fall Of Gaia), the band quickly built a loyal fan base thanks to their unique sound and high-energy live performances. Since 2021, Stefan Reufer has been the bassist of the Ruhr area band and a permanent member of Samurai Pizza Cats. At the end of 2025, Robin Kemper joined the band as the new drummer, bringing fresh momentum to the Castrop-Rauxel-based lineup.
Musically, the band moves between metalcore and deathcore with electronic influences, standing out through catchy melodies and powerful guitar riffs. Their songs are characterised by a blend of biting humour and profound themes, which adds an extra humourous touch to their name—an allusion to a cult anime series.
With “YOU’RE HELLCOME”, Samurai Pizza Cats released their debut album in 2023. The record was released on 22nd September and entered the Top 100 of the German album charts.
In January 2024, the band played a nearly completely sold-out headlining tour across Germany and Austria. At the beginning of 2025, they released two new songs, ‘Superzero’ and ‘Pandastruck’, and went on the tour of the same name in March.
In August 2025, Samurai Pizza Cats raised the bar even higher. With the song ‘Fear No Slice’, the band presented themselves in top form once again, showcasing the unmistakable Samurai Pizza Cats style that makes them so unique.
Looking ahead to 2026, the ‘Samurai Pizza Fest’ is already on the calendar. The band’s first-ever festival will take place on 28th March 2026, at the Live Music Hall in Cologne and features an impressive lineup with From Fall to Spring, STVW, and Statefall—sure to make every music fan’s heart beat faster.
Their new album “Press Start” will be released on 27th March 2026 via Century Media Records. With the singles released so far, it sets a clear statement of taking stages beyond national borders, infused with a generous dose of pizza and chaos.
BAND MEMBERS
Sebastian Fischer – vocals
Daniel Haniß – guitars
Stefan Reufer – bass
Robin Scheer – drums
