Royal Republic Release Final ‘The Blastbeaters’ Single: Epic Power Ballad Cover of Village People’s ‘Go West’
Malmö/London, 10 November 2025 – Swedish rock’n’roll renegades Royal Republic have delivered the glittering curtain call to their wildly chaotic The Blastbeaters project: a brand-new, luxuriously over-the-top cover of the Village People classic ‘Go West’. Transformed from disco anthem to a towering power ballad drenched in sweeping strings, champagne-soaked slow-dance vibes, and a healthy dose of irony, this is the diamond-studded finale fans never knew they needed.
In true Royal Republic style, what began as a fictitious black metal side-project spiraled into a full-blown saga of absurdity and sincerity – reimagining pop hits with corpse paint, questionable decisions, and a beat-up Volvo 140. ‘Go West’ seals The Blastbeaters EP, closing a chapter that blended black metal theatrics, pop nostalgia, and unhinged storytelling into one feverish dream.
The Blastbeaters Saga Ends in Glorious Chaos: From Joke to Cult Phenomenon
The Blastbeaters were never meant to be real – just Royal Republic (Adam Grahn, Hannes Irengård, Jonas Almén, Per Andreasson) in full black metal regalia, “gone wildly off the rails.” What started as a one-off gag exploded into a four-part EP of disco covers:
- Venus (Shocking Blue) – Thunderous launch in June 2025.
- I’m So Excited (Pointer Sisters) – Glitter-soaked chaos in August.
- Stayin’ Alive (Bee Gees) – Heavier revival in September.
- Go West (Village People) – The sweeping, string-laden swan song.
Each release came with narrative videos tying into the Blastbeaters’ “quest for world domination” – complete with costume changes, explosions, and more hairspray than a ’80s prom.
“Royal Republic loudly presents the final stand of The Blastbeaters – ‘Go West’! A tribute to anyone who’s ever been in a band.”
The music video for ‘Go West’ – directed/edited by Ted Lindén (Bullsize Production) – premiered November 7 at 5:00PM CET on the band’s official YouTube channel. It wraps the storyline with answers, explosions, and heartfelt absurdity – the perfect send-off.
Why ‘Go West’ is the Perfect Blastbeaters Finale
Royal Republic didn’t just cover ‘Go West’ – they reinvented it as a slow-dance power ballad soaked in champagne and glitter. Sweeping orchestral strings replace disco beats, irony meets sincerity, and the result is a track that’s equal parts epic and hilarious. As the band puts it: a “grand and glorious finale” to a project that “was never meant to exist.”
Stream the full The Blastbeaters EP now – featuring all four covers in one chaotic package.
What’s Next for Royal Republic? LoveCop Tour Continues into 2026
With The Blastbeaters laid to rest, Royal Republic return to their high-octane roots. Catch them on the ongoing LoveCop Tour, hitting France in early 2026:
- Feb 27: Lyon – Transbordeur
- Feb 28: Nancy – L’Autre Canal
- Mar 2: Ostwald – Point d’Eau
- Mar 3: Vauréal – Forum
- Mar 4: Saint-Herblain – La Carrière
- Mar 6: Clermont-Ferrand – La Coopérative de Mai
- Mar 7: Toulouse – Bikini
- Mar 8: La Rochelle – La Sirène
- Mar 11: Lille – L’Aéronef
- Mar 13: Rouen – 106
Royal Republic Discography Highlights & The Blastbeaters Legacy
| Release | Year | Key Tracks |
|---|---|---|
| We Are the Royal | 2010 | Tommy-Gun, Full Steam Spacemachine |
| Save the Nation | 2012 | Everybody Wants to Be an Astronaut |
| Weekend Man | 2016 | Baby, Here I Come Again |
| Club Majesty | 2019 | Fireman & Dancer (Power-Disco peak) |
| LoveCop | 2024 | Wow! Wow! Wow!, Ain’t Got Time |
| The Blastbeaters EP | 2025 | Venus, I’m So Excited, Stayin’ Alive, Go West |
The Blastbeaters saga proved Royal Republic’s genius: turning a black metal parody into a celebration of musical freedom. Whatever comes next? It’ll be loud, fun, and gloriously nonsensical.
Stream, Watch, Follow Royal Republic
- Single/EP:‘Go West’ & The Blastbeaters
- Video:Official ‘Go West’ Premiere
- Tour Tickets:RoyalRepublic.net
- Official Site:RoyalRepublic.net
- YouTube:Royal Republic Official
- Instagram:@RoyalRepublic
- Facebook:Royal Republic
Royal Republic bid farewell to The Blastbeaters with ‘Go West’ – a glittering, string-soaked masterpiece of irony and heart. Stream it, watch the epic finale video, and prepare for whatever chaos comes next. The saga ends, but the party never stops.
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