The musical project known as Torture has announced a new album titled War Crime 2: Genocide Protocol. This release is scheduled for November 15, 2025. The album is described as a direct protest against current geopolitical events, specifically addressing the conflict in Palestine.
K.K., the creative force behind Torture, shared details about the album, which serves as a sequel to the debut album, War Crime: 37 Tracks – 37 Homicides. The announcement was made on October 7, 2025, marking an important date for the artist.
Key Takeaways
- Torture's new album, War Crime 2: Genocide Protocol, releases November 15, 2025.
- The album is a sequel to War Crime: 37 Tracks – 37 Homicides.
- K.K., the project's mastermind, links the album to the conflict in Palestine.
- Fifty percent of proceeds from all three albums will go to Doctors Without Borders and the PCRF.
- The album is structured into three acts, each with a distinct musical approach.
Album Release and Thematic Focus
The release date for War Crime 2: Genocide Protocol is set for November 15, 2025. This date holds significance for K.K., as it marks the 37th anniversary of the signing of the Palestinian Declaration of Independence. The album announcement itself coincided with the second anniversary of the October 7th Massacre.
K.K. stated that these dates are highlighted to draw attention to the historical context of the conflict. The artist believes that the October 7th Massacre is often misrepresented as the beginning of the current situation. Instead, K.K. emphasizes a longer history of conflict.
"Many don’t look at the underlying issue: Israel has been terrorizing and committing a genocide against the Palestinians for more than 70 years now. How do you expect them not to fight back?" K.K. stated in the announcement.
Did You Know?
The Palestinian Declaration of Independence was signed on November 15, 1988, by the Palestine National Council in Algiers.
A Statement of Protest and Support
The new album is described as a direct protest. It specifically targets the involvement of the United States in the conflict. K.K. views the album as a call for an end to the perceived genocide and apartheid against the Palestinian people.
To support humanitarian efforts, 50% of the proceeds from sales of all three Torture albums on Bandcamp will be donated. These funds will go to two organizations: Doctors Without Borders and the Palestine Children’s Relief Fund (PCRF).
Background on Organizations
- Doctors Without Borders (Médecins Sans Frontières - MSF) provides humanitarian medical care in conflict zones and areas affected by endemic diseases.
- Palestine Children’s Relief Fund (PCRF) is a non-political, non-profit organization providing medical and humanitarian relief to children in the Middle East, regardless of their nationality or religion.
Album Structure and Musical Composition
War Crime 2: Genocide Protocol is structured into three distinct "Acts." Each act corresponds to a major book from the Christian Bible: "I. Genesis," "II. Exodus," and "III. Revelation." These acts will be released separately, offering different musical approaches.
Act I: Genesis
The first act, titled "Genesis," is fully composed. K.K. compared its composition style to Torture's previous work, "4 – Enduring Freedom," but noted that "Genesis" will feature more complexity. This suggests a meticulously planned and intricate musical arrangement for the opening segment of the album.
Act II: Exodus
The second act, "Exodus," takes a different approach. It is described as fully improvised, similar to Torture's first three albums. This act is specifically based on the Al-Tabaeen School Attack, which occurred on August 10, 2024. This event reportedly resulted in the deaths of over 80 Palestinians and injured 47 others. The improvised nature aims to reflect the raw and immediate impact of such events.
- More than 80 Palestinians killed in the Al-Tabaeen School Attack.
- 47 individuals injured during the incident.
- The attack serves as the central inspiration for the improvised second act.
Act III: Revelation
The final act, "Revelation," returns to a fully composed format. However, it is a shorter integral serialist piece for a chamber orchestra. This act draws inspiration from classical composers such as Anton Webern, Pierre Boulez, and Morton Feldman. This mirrors Torture's earlier works, "Exhibit B" and "Enduring Freedom," which also concluded with classical pieces. The inclusion of a classical composition provides a stark contrast to the aggressive slam metal style.
K.K. expressed anticipation for listener reactions to the album. The artist concluded the announcement with a strong political statement: "free Palestine & fuck the IOF!"
