The Crosses- Outlier

Label: Back On Black

Released 8/21/2026

Metallic precision meets punk urgency: Die Kreuzen frontman Daniel Kubinski returns with a fierce, progressive evolution of Midwest hardcore! Daniel Kubinski, the howling voice of influential Midwestern punk/metal band Die Kreuzen, returns with the next chapter of his musical legacy: The Crosses. Joined by a formidable lineup of veteran players - Jim Potter (Dr. Shrinker) on guitar, Jesse Sieren (Big Laugh) on drums and bassist Joe Sanfelippo (Sanfelippo appears on the Outlier record) who has since been replaced by bassist Chris Ortiz (Magnetic Minds) - The Crosses bridge their classic hardcore roots with the angular, progressive metallic edge of bands like Voivod. Following a decade of live performances, the band's debut release Outlier serves up 6 punching, explosive songs that feature a rare blend of metallic precision, thrashcore speed, and punk urgency. RIYL: Die Kreuzen, Voivod, early Hüsker Dü, Big Laugh, Dr. Shrinker, Celtic Frost, Saccharine Trust

Track listing:

1. Nails
2. Hate Market
3. Nychthemeron
4. Natronium
5. Man in the Trees
6. I'll Never Forget You