The Rasmus New Single Banksy
Finnish rock trailblazers The Rasmus are back with a vengeance, unleashing “Banksy”—their high-octane latest single and blistering live video from the critically acclaimed 11th studio album Weirdo, out now worldwide via Better Noise Music. Dropped on November 19, 2025, this riff-driven anthem pays homage to the elusive street artist Banksy, weaving gritty graffiti vibes with the band’s signature dark atmospheres, anthemic hooks, and unflinching social commentary on misfits, environmental crises, and the Ukraine conflict. If you’re searching for The Rasmus Banksy lyrics, streams, or tour deets, this ultimate guide has it locked: full breakdowns, insider quotes from Lauri Ylönen, setlist teases, and every confirmed date on the ongoing Weirdo Tour 2025 (with support from The Funeral Portrait) plus groundbreaking 2026 headlines Down Under. Because in a world of “weirdos,” The Rasmus are the kings of chaotic cool—941M+ Spotify streams don’t lie.
From their 2003 “In the Shadows” supernova to Weirdo‘s futuristic edge (co-written with Desmond Child and Marti Frederiksen in sun-soaked Greece), these 6x Platinum, 8x Gold-certified phenoms keep evolving: heavy guitars clash with electronic pulses, pop earworms meet metal fury. “Banksy” isn’t just a track—it’s a fan-favorite live lifter that’s electrifying crowds on the road. Crank it up and join the rebellion!
“Banksy” Lyrics, Live Video Breakdown & Why It’s The Rasmus’ Boldest Statement Yet
“Pumped up for a crawl through the city / Hair Joan Jett black so pretty / You’re back / With a lick and a kiss / Painting your lips / Like Banksy’s last graffiti.” Those opening lines from “Banksy” set the scene for a taut, energetic banger that fuses The Rasmus’ melodic punch with raw, street-level poetry. Inspired by Banksy’s provocative stencils—from Ukraine war murals to eco-protests—it’s a nod to outsider art and unfiltered expression. Frontman Lauri Ylönen, a graffiti artist himself, shares: “Banksy has been a big favorite of ours for a long time. We’ve gone on tour spotting Banksy’s graffiti around the U.K…. The fans have reacted really well to this song at our shows—it’s a lift-up song in our set. It’s fast and full of energy, which fits the live set extremely well.”
Directed by bassist Eero Heinonen and shot at Helsinki’s iconic Tavastia club during a recent tour stop, the live video is a whirlwind of sweat, strobes, and crowd surges—fast-cut frenzy capturing “insanely fast visual tempo” with European graffiti overlays from the road. “I wanted… too much… happening on the screen all the time,” Heinonen explains. “It’s really cool that it includes street graffiti we’ve seen all over Europe, throughout the ‘Weirdo’ tour.”
Stream “Banksy” Everywhere: Spotify/Apple Music.
On Weirdo (released September 12, 2025), “Banksy” slots into a 10-track kaleidoscope of chaos: From the toxic romance of “Break These Chains” (feat. Blind Channel’s Niko Vilhelm) to the apocalyptic “When the Apocalypse Comes,” it’s their heaviest, darkest pivot yet—perfect for misfits craving escape. Full tracklist below—pre-save if you haven’t.
Weirdo Tracklist:
- Creatures of Chaos
- Break These Chains
- Rest in Pieces
- Dead Ringer
- Weirdo
- Banksy
- Love Is a Bitch
- You Want It All
- Bad Things
- I’m Coming for You
The Rasmus Weirdo Tour 2025: Full Dates, Setlist Predictions & Support Scoop
The Weirdo Tour 2025 is a global rampage blending Weirdo fire with “In the Shadows” nostalgia—expect 90-minute sets packed with pyro, crowd dives, and that unbreakable Lauri-Eero-Emppu-Aki chemistry (vocals, bass/guitar, guitars, drums). Support: The Funeral Portrait on most Euro/UK legs, bringing emo-rock heat. Tickets via therasmus.com—prices ~€30-€60; VIP upgrades for meet-and-greets.
| Date | City | Venue | Country | Support/Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 20 | Zurich | Komplex 457 | CH | The Funeral Portrait Buy Now |
| Nov 21 | Karlsruhe | Substage | DE | The Funeral Portrait Buy Now |
| Nov 22 | Saarbrucken | Garage | DE | The Funeral Portrait Buy Now |
| Nov 23 | Frankfurt | Batschkapp | DE | The Funeral Portrait Buy Now |
| Nov 25 | Cologne | Live Music Hall | DE | The Funeral Portrait Buy Now |
| Nov 26 | Utrecht | Tivoli | NL | The Funeral Portrait Buy Now |
| Nov 27 | Antwerp | Trix | BE | The Funeral Portrait Buy Now |
| Nov 28 | Paris | La Cigale | FR | The Funeral Portrait Buy Now |
| Nov 30 | Glasgow | SWG3 Galvanizers | GB | The Funeral Portrait Buy Now |
| Dec 1 | Manchester | O2 Ritz | GB | The Funeral Portrait Buy Now |
| Dec 2 | Cardiff | Great Hall | GB | The Funeral Portrait Buy Now |
| Dec 4 | London | O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire | GB | The Funeral Portrait Buy Now |
| Dec 5 | Southampton | 1865 | GB | The Funeral Portrait Buy Now |
| Dec 6 | Nottingham | Rock City | GB | The Funeral Portrait Buy Now |
| Dec 10 | Guadalajara | Auditorio Telmex | MX | Buy Now |
| Dec 12 | Monterrey | Auditorio Banamex | MX | Buy Now |
| Dec 13 | Mexico City | Velodromo Olimpico | MX | Buy Now |
Setlist Tease: “In the Shadows,” “Funeral Song,” new cuts like “Banksy” and “Rest in Pieces.” Last updated Nov 25, 2025—more Euro dates earlier in the year (e.g., Finland Sept starts).
The Rasmus 2026 Tour: First-Ever Australia Headlines, Festivals & Global Expansion
2026 marks uncharted territory: The Rasmus’ debut Australian headline run— a three-night blitz that’s already buzzing as their “major milestone.” Plus festival slots at Nova Rock and Resurrection Fest. Expect Weirdo deep dives and career-spanning anthems. Tickets on sale now—~AUD $60-80.
| Date | City | Venue/Festival | Country | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 30 | Brisbane | The Triffid | AU | Buy Now |
| Jan 31 | Sydney | Manning Bar | AU | Buy Now |
| Feb 1 | Melbourne | Max Watt’s | AU | Buy Now |
| Jun 13 | Nickelsdorf | Nova Rock Festival | AT | Buy Now |
| Jun 16 | Krakow | Lost Generation Festival | PL | Buy Now |
| Jul 1-4 | Viveiro, Lugo | Resurrection Fest | ES | Buy Now |
More 2026 dates TBA—world tour vibes incoming.
The Rasmus’ Ukraine Legacy: Headlining Atlas Fest & Raising $84K for Kids’ Hospital
Amid Weirdo‘s misfit ethos, The Rasmus stepped up big: In July 2025, they headlined (as the sole foreign act) Ukraine’s Atlas Festival in war-ravaged Kyiv, partnering with Good Donations and Blockbuster Mall to raise 3.5M hryvnias (~$84K) for Okhmatdyt Children’s Hospital—funding vital surgical tools. Eero Heinonen’s short doc “The Rasmus in Ukraine” (Sept 26, 2025) captures the grit and gratitude—watch here. “Banksy”‘s Ukraine-inspired edge? It’s personal.
Finland’s Spotify/YouTube/Instagram overlords (941M streams, #1 rock exports), The Rasmus keep thrilling: Follow Website | Facebook | Instagram | TikTok | YouTube | Spotify.
This The Rasmus Banksy era? Pure adrenaline—tag your weirdo crew for London Dec 4. Who’s moshing in Oz first?
FAQs About The Rasmus ‘Banksy’ Single, Weirdo Album & 2025-2026 Tour
When did The Rasmus release “Banksy”?
November 19, 2025, as the latest single from Weirdo—a live video shot at Helsinki’s Tavastia club.
What’s the “Banksy” video about?
Directed by Eero Heinonen, it’s a high-energy live clip blending Tavastia footage with Euro tour graffiti—fast-paced chaos capturing fan-favorite vibes.
When did The Rasmus’ Weirdo album come out?
September 12, 2025, via Better Noise Music—their 11th LP, blending dark rock with pop hooks.
Who are the band members of The Rasmus?
Lauri Ylönen (vocals), Emppu Suhonen (guitars), Eero Heinonen (bass), Aki Hakala (drums)—Finnish rock royalty since 1994.
What are The Rasmus’ 2025 tour dates in the UK?
Dec 1 (Manchester O2 Ritz), Dec 2 (Cardiff Great Hall), Dec 4 (London O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire), Dec 5 (Southampton 1865), Dec 6 (Nottingham Rock City)—w/ The Funeral Portrait.
When is The Rasmus’ first Australia tour in 2026?
Jan 30 (Brisbane The Triffid), Jan 31 (Sydney Manning Bar), Feb 1 (Melbourne Max Watt’s)—tickets on sale now via therasmus.com.
How did The Rasmus support Ukraine?
Headlined Atlas Fest July 2025, raised $84K for Okhmatdyt Children’s Hospital via Good Donations—watch the doc for the full story.
Where can I buy tickets for The Rasmus Weirdo Tour?
Official site therasmus.com/tour—on sale now for 2025/2026 dates; more announcements expected.
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