Following their explosive debut Evoke (2022), Belgian modern metal band MANTAH return with their highly anticipated second full-length album “Antidote”—a fierce and focused evolution that cements their place among the new wave of European heavy acts.

Antidote feels like the remedy for today’s chaos. Blending 90s nu-metal fury with industrial precision and a modern melodic punch, Antidote delivers ten tracks that balance aggression, emotion, and groove. The result is an album that sounds heavier, darker, and more personal than ever before. Where Evoke laid the foundations, Antidote tears down the walls.  

Recorded at Mantah HQ and produced, mixed, and mastered by Tommie Bonajo (Tomster Studios, NL), Antidote captures the raw intensity of the band’s live energy while pushing their songwriting to new heights. The ten songs move between aggression and emotion, hope and frustration, forming a cathartic journey from the high-voltage opener “Start” to the unexpected Seal cover “Crazy”, every track hits with conviction and clarity.

Since forming in 2022, MANTAH have carved out a reputation for their commanding stage presence and high-impact performances—earning slots at Alcatraz Festival, Ancienne Belgique Brussels, Parkpop, and more. With Antidote, they take the next big step, refining their sound and vision without losing the raw spark that defines them.

Set to drop on Friday, October 31st, 2025, via Polderrecords!

Guitarist Bart: “With this new record, we’ve really found our voice. It’s heavier, sharper, and more focused than anything we’ve done before. I honestly think it’s our strongest work to date. There’s a new energy in the sound that just feels right. I’m genuinely proud of what we’ve created, and I can’t wait for people to hear it.”