BABYMETAL & Bloodywood Unite in “Kon! Kon!” Genre-Bending Collaboration

July 13, 2025 rocknews

Japanese kawaii-metal pioneers BABYMETAL have teamed up once again with Indian nu-metal trailblazers Bloodywood to drop their electrifying new single, “Kon! Kon!” — a genre-bending anthem that’s already igniting fanbases across continents. The track, released on July 11, is the fourth single from BABYMETAL’s upcoming album Metal Forth, due out August 8 via Capitol Records.

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Filmed live at Madison Square Garden, the video captures the raw synergy between BABYMETAL’s theatrical precision and Bloodywood’s folk-infused fury.

Foxes Meet Tigers: The Sound of “Kon! Kon!”

“Kon! Kon!” is a sonic whirlwind — a playful nod to the Japanese onomatopoeia for a fox’s bark, layered with Bloodywood’s signature dhol-driven stomp. The track opens with BABYMETAL’s sugary harmonies before detonating into a wall of riffs and tribal percussion. It’s a cultural collision that shouldn’t work — but absolutely does.

Following their 2024 collaboration Bekhauf, this second outing feels tighter, bolder, and more theatrical. Bloodywood’s Raoul Kerr delivers politically charged verses with spitfire intensity, while Su-metal and Moametal counter with ethereal choruses that soar above the chaos. The result? A track that’s as danceable as it is mosh-worthy.

Live at MSG: A Moment of Metal Unity

The video, directed by MixOne Cinema and executive produced by KOBAMETAL, was shot during BABYMETAL’s sold-out show at The Theater at Madison Square Garden — a historic moment for both bands. Fans were treated to a surprise appearance by Bloodywood, whose entrance triggered a roar that nearly lifted the roof.

The performance is a masterclass in contrast: BABYMETAL’s choreographed elegance meets Bloodywood’s raw, unfiltered energy. Together, they create a visual and sonic spectacle that feels like a global metal summit.

What’s Next: Metal Forth and Beyond

BABYMETAL’s fifth studio album Metal Forth promises more genre-defying collaborations. The tracklist reads like a metalhead’s dream:

Track	Featured Artist
from me to u	Poppy
RATATATA	Electric Callboy
Song 3	Slaughter to Prevail
Kon! Kon!	Bloodywood
Sunset Kiss	Polyphia
My Queen	Spiritbox
METALI!!	Tom Morello

With Metal Forth, BABYMETAL are positioning themselves not just as genre disruptors, but as global curators of metal’s future.

Fan Reactions & Cultural Impact

Social media lit up within hours of the release. Fans praised the track’s “chaotic harmony” and “unreal chemistry,” while others hailed it as “the future of metal diplomacy.” The collaboration also sparked renewed interest in Bloodywood’s activism-driven lyrics, which tackle issues from mental health to social justice.

BABYMETAL’s fox god mythology and Bloodywood’s cultural pride create a narrative that transcends borders — a reminder that metal, at its core, is about unity through noise.

Final Thoughts

“Kon! Kon!” isn’t just a song — it’s a statement. It’s BABYMETAL and Bloodywood saying, we’re here, we’re loud, and we’re rewriting the rules. With Metal Forth on the horizon and a North American tour wrapping up, the duo’s momentum is unstoppable.