PIXEL GRIP ANNOUNCES NEW ALBUM + TOUR; NEW SINGLE OUT NOW

PIXEL GRIP ANNOUNCES NEW ALBUM  PERCEPTICIDE: THE DEATH OF REALITY  OUT JUNE 12TH  SHARES NEW SINGLE AND FOCUS TRACK  “REASON TO STAY” THE PERCEPTICIDE NORTH AMERICAN HEADLINE TOUR THIS FALL; TICKETS HERE PRE-ORDER/SAVE PERCEPTICIDE: THE DEATH OF REALITY HERE Photo Credit: Yulia Shur “Razor-edged anthems that range from brooding industrial techno to airy synth pop to sexually assertive bass music” - NYLON “Pixel Grip is relentlessly aggressive and relentlessly horny” - PAPER “[Pixel Grip] melds Chicago house, French electronica, and high-energy to atmospheric synth-pop to create an enticing and entrancing sonic paradise beyond heaven” - THE BIG TAKEOVER “Imagine if Aphex Twin, Lorde, LCD Soundsystem and SURVIVE got together to make a supergroup” - AUDIOFEMME “Sexuality. Danger.” - GHETTOBLASTER “[Pixel Grip] have unveiled an intimidating and dynamic piece of techno minimalism and all around intensity” - DESTROY/EXIST Underground electronic trio Pixel Grip announces their eagerly awaited independent third album, Percepticide: The Death of Reality, set for release on June 12th. Alongside the announcement, Pixel Grip shares a gripping new single and visualizer, “Reason to Stay”. Serving as the fourth release and focus track from the album, it’s a raw, abrasive offering, pulsing with distortion and resilience, anchored by a pounding bassline where vocalist Rita Lukea leans fully into the chaos–confronting betrayal head-on. Speaking on “Reason to Stay”, Rita Lukea shares, “The focus track of the album embodies aggression. With a pounding, abrasive bassline and a chorus that’s shouted at you: “What's the point of giving less than 100%? You pushed me to the limit what the fuck you expect?”  Rita introduces the idea that resilience can be ugly and wrathful, and when faced with the option to leave, she chooses to stay -  “Just to hear you scream”. Coinciding with the news, Pixel Grip has announced they will embark on their North American headline tour this Fall, which will kick off in St. Louis on September 23rd. The 26-date Percepticide tour will see Pixel Grip trek across the US and Canada before it wraps with a hometown show at Metro in Chicago on November 14th (full dates below). Artist pre-sale begins on Wednesday, venue pre-sale begins on Thursday, and general ticket sales begin this Friday, May 9th at 12PM local time. For more information and ticket purchasing visit https://pixelgripmusic.com/tourdates. “Reason to Stay” follows the previously released pulse-pounding singles, “Split”, “Stamina” and “Bet You Do”. Continuing to push boundaries, Pixel Grip—comprised of Rita Lukea (vocals), Jonathon Freund (synth), and Tyler Ommen (drums) is a genre-defying force. Blending darkwave, electronic, and avant-pop influences, the trio consistently expands their sound while maintaining their signature raw energy and star power. Written over a three-year hiatus between Los Angeles and Chicago, Percepticide: The Death of Reality is the sound of fragmentation, catharsis, empowerment, and rebirth. It’s a raw exploration of personal and collective struggles. Born from a period where each member confronted their own demons of betrayal, addiction, neglect, and emotional fracture—the album captures a band navigating the collapse and reconstruction of perception, identity, connection, and reality(ies), resulting in a sonic palette that reflects destruction and rebirth. Pixel Grip shares, “The album title itself is a portmanteau of "percipere" (to perceive) and "-cide" (to kill), signifying "the killing of perception." Percepticide: The Death of Reality is more than just an album—it’s a visceral experience, a statement, and a call to redefine how we see the world.” Rita adds, “‘Percepticide’ is a cognitive distortion and a symptom of trauma – beliefs you hold to be true are shattered – as you question everyone and everything around you. My dream is that expressing my rage can help someone else feel empowered and at the very least, less alone. You’re never stuck, and you’re never alone.” Known for their seductive, avant-garde aesthetic and electrifying live performances, Pixel Grip has cultivated a cult following through relentless touring and an unapologetic exploration of themes rooted in desire, power, and liberation, amassing over 7M streams to date. In 2024, they toured as direct support for HEALTH and DEHD, followed by a sold-out North American headline run, including a standout performance at Chicago’s RIOT Fest. Their underground anthems “ALPHAPUSSY” and “Demon Chaser” have caught the eye of high fashion houses and have been featured on fashion runways for VERSACE and Alexandre Vauthier. Now, with their third album and headline tour on the horizon, Percepticide: The Death of Reality marks a bold new chapter in Pixel Grip’s evolution—furthering their sonic and artistic vision into thrilling, uncharted territory. STREAM “REASON TO STAY” https://ffm.to/kyykpbk WATCH “REASON TO STAY” VISUALIZER https://youtu.be/jkDE1_ZBbsU LISTEN TO “SPLIT” https://ffm.to/pixel-grip-split WATCH THE OFFICIAL VIDEO FOR “STAMINA” https://youtu.be/7YBe414fPcc?si=DljhIyVfqB4LYqNy LISTEN TO “BET YOU DO” https://youtu.be/hqdn0-Ke36Q?si=nxFZPbkiNkzc9jDm PRE-ORDER/SAVE PERCEPTICIDE: THE DEATH OF REALITY https://ffm.link/3vmwnxa PERCEPTICIDE: THE DEATH OF REALITY TRACKLIST 1. Crows Feast 2. Bet You Do  3. Stamina 4. Reason to Stay 5. Insignificant 6. Noise 7. Moment With God 8. Split 9. Last Laugh 10. Work or Shut Up 11. Jealousy is Lethal 12. Gonna Be Faster

THE PERCEPTICIDE TOUR DATES PURCHASE TICKETS HERE 9/23 - St. Louis, MO @ OFF Broadway 9/25 - Dallas, TX @ Deep Ellum Art Co. 9/26 - Austin, TX @ Levitation Fest 9/27 - Houston, TX @ White Oak Music Hall 9/29 - Atlanta, GA @ The Earl 9/30 - Durham, NC @ Motorco  10/1 - Philadelphia, PA @ Ukie Club 10/3 - Washington, DC @ DC9 10/4 - Brooklyn, NY @ Baby's All Right 10/5 - Boston, MA @ Middle East 10/7 - Montreal, QC @ Foufones 10/8 - Toronto, ON @ Lee's Palace 10/9 - Detroit, MI @ Magic Stick 10/21 - Minneapolis, MN @ Turf Club 10/22 - Omaha, NE @ Reverb Lounge 10/24 - Denver, CO @ Ophelia's 10/25 - Salt Lake City, UT @ State Room 10/27 - Phoenix, AZ @ Valley Bar 10/28 - Las Vegas, NV @ Swan Dive 10/29 - San Diego, CA @ Quartyard 10/31 - Los Angeles, CA @ El Rey Theatre 11/1 - San Francisco, CA @ Substance Fest 11/4 - Portland, OR @ Revolution Hall 11/5 - Vancouver, BC @ The Pearl 11/6 - Seattle, WA @ Neumos 11/14 Chicago, IL @ Metro