Banks Arcade Interview: Talking ‘Second Place Superstar’ and More!

24/09/2026 Carl Fisher 1 min read

Banks Arcade, the modern alternative metal band, are back with their brand-new album, ‘Second Place Superstar’, on September 25th, 2026, via Arising Empire.

The biggest and boldest Banks Arcade record yet? Without a doubt and the proof comes in twelve forms. Second Place Superstar is the sound a band at peak confidence, the sound of a band filled with vigour, the sound of a band locked in, and the sound of a band who know exactly what they want. It’s world domination, or nothing, and there’s simply no denying that the mass appeal of a record like this means the former is way more likely.

Read the full review here.

We spoke to lead vocalist and founding member Joshua O’Donnell about the new album, the journey to its release, why he is so excited about it coming out, growing the band, and much more.

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