London punks Rifle announce self-titled debut album

London punk band Rifle have announced their self-titled debut album.

Landing on January 16, 2026 via Year0001, the record “centres on the working-class experience,” they explain. “Some of the choruses and vocal hooks were inspired by the chants you’d hear on football terraces, with that natural sing-along quality.

“We also wanted to capture the sound and identity of being a London band, which I hope comes through on the album. A lot of the music we listened to while recording has a strong London identity. Groups like Cockney Rejects and Cock Sparrer may not have a big overlap in sound, but their lyrical focus and overall ethos definitely define them as London bands. That’s something we were aiming to achieve as well.

“This album was our first time recording everyone’s parts separately. We made sure we were all actively listening to what everyone else had laid down, constantly offering suggestions and keeping the encouragement flowing. And of course, recording with Jonah, who produced the album with us, meant there was no shortage of ideas and support.”

You can hear what’s to come with lead single No King below:

Following the release of the LP, you can catch Rifle live at Moth Club in London on March 28, 2026.

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