With Three, released in 2025, Kupalo tears into their heaviest, most visceral work yet—a hard rock record that doesn’t pull punches. Anchored by blistering guitar work and sharpened by real-life angst, the album opens with the searing Mojo and closes with the unrelenting 13 Gold Pieces, framing a record that pulses with fury, resilience, and unmistakable heart. “The hard rock aspect has always been deep in our core,” says frontman Kyle Verry, and on Three, that core sounds like it’s been lit on fire.
This isn’t just loud for loud’s sake. The band dives into weighty themes—corporate disillusionment, personal struggle, the slow grind of modern life—and channels them into riffs that bite and lyrics that cut deep. “It’s heavy, it’s raw,” Verry notes, and he’s not exaggerating. But amid the firepower, there are moments of restraint—acoustic interludes and space for reflection—that give the album depth and dynamic range. Three doesn’t just pummel; it speaks.
Sonically, Three strikes a bold balance. You can hear the bruising edge of Metallica, the melodic heft of Foo Fighters, and flashes of something distinctly Kupalo—a moody grit that feels earned, not imitated. The band self-produced the album, and it shows in its precision. Intricate stereo panning and layered textures reward headphone listening, though Verry insists it slaps no matter how you spin it. “Put it on anything. Just make it loud.”
What really makes Three stick is its storytelling. Mojo grabs you by the collar and dares you to keep up, while 13 Gold Pieces delivers a climactic gut punch. The in-between tracks wrestle with everything from burnout to betrayal, all grounded by Verry’s unflinching vocals. Listeners have already connected with the raw honesty; messages are pouring in from fans who hear their own struggles echoing back at them. Whether it’s 2 a.m. headphone therapy or a fuel-up for your next rage-run, this album has a pulse worth matching.
Beyond the music, Kupalo has built a world—one laced with their signature “Dragon lore,” an evolving mythology that plays out in their songs, visuals, and fan interactions. It’s a universe where guitars are weapons, lyrics are spells, and community is everything. “We love sharing the rawk from deep within,” Verry says with a grin, and it’s not just talk. Their performances tap into that spirit—raw, shared, and humming with something between sweat and story
Looking ahead, Kupalo isn’t cooling down. New music is already on deck for 2026, promising to expand their mythos and sound alike. “More music!!!!” Verry says, Yes!!!, with four exclamation points. And if Three is any sign, they’ve got plenty more in the tank. Fans of Queens of the Stone Age, Black Sabbath, or any band that still believes in the cathartic, gut-punching power of rock should pay attention.
“We love the fans,” Verry says, simply and sincerely. And Three is a hell of a love letter—loud, honest, and roaring with purpose. In a world that often feels numb, Kupalo makes you feel something. Hard.