Prodigy producer Liam Howlett is returning with a brand-new studio album described as a “kurevsky zlý rave,” marking the group’s first full-length release in eight years, according to statements given to the magazine NME. The upcoming record follows the band’s 2018 album No Tourists and their subsequent return to live performance following the death of Keith Flint.
Liam Howlett Traces Prodigy Beginnings and Sound Evolution
According to an interview with the magazine Mixmag, Howlett spent a year locked in his room at age 15 learning music technology. He scouted mixing competitions, listened to records, and built a foundation in the late 1980s British rave scene.
Seeking a harder edge than existing electronic acts, Howlett founded Prodigy alongside Keith Flint, Maxim, and Leeroy Thornhill. During the promotion of the album Music for the Jilted Generation, Howlett noted that the group aimed to blend dance music with rock-and-roll energy in a way no prior act had attempted.
Live Return and Upcoming Album Release Details
Prodigy maintained their high-energy sound despite the loss of frontman Keith Flint, who died by suicide four months after the release of No Tourists in 2018. Following a three-year hiatus from live shows, the group returned to touring and confirmed a performance at Prague’s O2 arena on November 23.
Did you know? Liam Howlett originally described early Prodigy tracks simply as a “zlý rave” before scaling up the description for their upcoming project to NME this past spring.
The upcoming studio album represents the group’s first major body of recorded work since 2018, maintaining the raw electronic intensity that defined breakthrough hits.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the last Prodigy studio album released?
The band released their last studio album, No Tourists, in 2018.
Who are the core members of Prodigy mentioned in historical lineups?
The group’s foundational lineup includes Liam Howlett, Keith Flint, Maxim, and Leeroy Thornhill.
Where are Prodigy performing next?
Prodigy is scheduled to play a live concert at the O2 arena in Prague on November 23.
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