Pop-punk royalty is striking while the iron is hot. Just two years after re-igniting the classic era with 2023’s One More Time…, Blink-182 is already back in the studio crafting their next full-length record.
Speaking on The New York Times Popcast, iconic drummer and producer Travis Barker delivered the bombshell news that fans have been praying for. While discussing his upcoming raw autobiographical documentary, Travis Barker: Louder Than Fear, Barker laid it out plainly when asked about what’s cooking in the band’s camp:
“I’m starting a couple of other projects, also as a producer, and I’m working on the next Blink album.”
When pressed on whether listeners should expect the release this year or further down the line in 2027, Barker didn’t hesitate: “We’re working on it this year.”
A Prolific Era for Pop-Punk’s Powerhouse
This confirmation marks one of the most creatively prolific periods in Barker’s legendary career. Beyond driving the rhythm engine for Blink-182, Barker revealed he is simultaneously producing and playing session drums for the upcoming Alkaline Trio album — a poetic full-circle nod considering Matt Skiba’s stint in Blink during DeLonge’s hiatus.
The momentum behind Mark Hoppus, Tom DeLonge, and Travis Barker has reached a fever pitch since their emotional reunion. One More Time… proved that the trio’s trademark chemistry — blending razor-sharp hooks, soaring choruses, and hilarious banter — was as potent as ever. Following the massive success of their Missionary Impossible world tour and the recent 20th-anniversary expanded reissue of Take Off Your Pants and Jacket (complete with six bonus tracks), the band shows zero signs of taking their foot off the gas.
Barker’s album drop hint coincided with the promotion of his intimate documentary Travis Barker: Louder Than Fear. Premiering initially at the Tribeca Festival, the documentary makes its streaming debut on August 13 on Hulu and Disney+, offering fans an unfiltered look into his life, music, and physical resilience.
With studio sessions actively underway and creative juices flowing across multiple projects, 2026 is shaping up to be an explosive year for Blink-182 diehards. Stay tuned to hit-channel.com for breaking studio updates, track reveals, and release dates as they land!