Ken Carson continues his streak of releases with his new track “margiela,” produced by Akachi, 16yerold, Gfelds, Lolaxva, and DJ Moon. The release marks his third consecutive drop, following “yes” and “catastrophe,” arrives as he performs nationwide on the Antagonist 2.0 Tour, including a recent standout set at ComplexCon. With a few dates remaining, the tour will wrap up in his hometown of Atlanta at State Farm Arena. Listen HERE via Opium / Interscope Records. Today, he also shares the video alongside the track — watch HERE.
The release continues the momentum from his previous drops, “yes” and “catastrophe.” Directed by Gunner Stahl, “catastrophe” has already garnered nearly 2 million views, while “yes” drew early praise from critics, with Billboard calling it “a sonic exorcism — chaotic, emotionally unhinged, and fully locked into Carson’s dark creative universe,” and BET writing, “If you haven’t given Ken Carson a few spins yet, this is the perfect track to start with. After this one, you’ll be deep in his catalog looking for more heat.” The single also reached nearly a million first-day streams on Spotify alone, marking it as Ken’s second track to hit that milestone, alongside “overseas,” which is now certified Platinum. Watch the video for “catastrophe” HERE. Listen to “yes” HERE.
2025 has been a defining year for Ken Carson, who’s currently on the road with Playboi Carti for the Antagonist 2.0 arena tour. Earlier this year, he released his chart-topping album More Chaos, which earned him his first No. 1 on the Billboard 200—a breakthrough moment for the Atlanta-born artist and his biggest debut to date. Since its release, he’s earned four new RIAA Platinum certifications for “Fighting My,” “Overseas,” “SS,” and his critically acclaimed album A Great Chaos. He was also recognized on Variety’s Young Hollywood Impact Report and delivered a standout performance at ComplexCon last month, where he debuted exclusive collaborations with Jesse Jo Stark’s Deadly Doll line and Affliction. Performing to a packed crowd, the Opium artist showcased the distinct sound and energy that continues to cement his role as a leader in culture.
More Chaos showcases production from his trusted circle, including Starboy, Lil 88, F1LTHY, Outtatown, Lucian, and Legion. On release night, Ken surprised fans with the bonus track “Off The Meter,” marking the first official Opium collaboration between Ken, Playboi Carti, and Destroy Lonely, a landmark moment for the label. Listen HERE. The album, released on April 11th, marked a bold evolution of the style Ken introduced on A Great Chaos, a revolutionary blend of rap, punk, and electronic music he simply defines as “chaos.” AGC was Carson’s first top 10 entry on the Billboard 200 and claimed the No. 1 spot on Apple Music’s All-Genre chart, Spotify’s Global and U.S. charts, and HITS Top 50, amassing over 21 million streams on release day alone. The album garnered support from industry giants like The New York Times, Pitchfork, Billboard, Rolling Stone, and Complex, and was featured on several “Best Of 2023” lists. Listen HERE. Following the release, Ken embarked on his biggest headline tour to-date, the “Chaos World Tour,” in summer 2024. Performing in 3,000-6,000-capacity rooms, selling more than 230,000 tickets across both the North American and European legs of the tour. Highlights included two sold-out shows at Shrine Expo Hall in LA (10,000 tickets sold), three sold-out shows at Terminal 5 in NYC (9,000 tickets sold), two sold-out shows at Roadrunner in Boston (7,000 tickets sold), and two sold-out shows at Coca-Cola Roxy in Atlanta (8,000 tickets sold), among many others. Known for high-octane, electrifying performances, Ken’s live shows are a spectacle of raw energy and dynamic stage presence, consistently generating viral moments.
Ken’s influence extends beyond music, earning co-signs from icons like Young Thug, Anthony Kiedis of the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Jay-Z, Justin Bieber, and LeBron James, and even a shoutout on Jeopardy! In 2024, he toured as an opener for the Red Hot Chili Peppers, sold-out a collaboration with Ed Hardy, took the stage at Rolling Loud Miami, and performed at ComplexCon in Las Vegas. He was also named one of “The 20 Best Rappers in Their 20s” by Complex. Ken Carson is continuing his rise in 2025 with major milestones, delivering a standout performance at Rolling Loud California, securing his first-ever headline festival slot at Rubicon, and starring in the latest Y/Project x Heavn by Marc Jacobs campaign. A Great Chaos defined an era for Ken, and now, with More Chaos and beyond, he’s pushing the movement to new heights, proving there’s no end to the storm he’s created.
ANTAGONIST TOUR ROUTING:
Thu Nov 13 – Raleigh, NC – Lenovo Center
Fri Nov 14 – Charlotte, NC – Spectrum Center
Sun Nov 16 – Sunrise, FL – Amerant Bank Arena
Thu Nov 20 – Houston, TX – Toyota Center
Fri Nov 21 – Dallas, TX – Dickies Arena
Sun Nov 23 – Austin, TX – Moody Center
Fri Nov 28 – Nashville, TN – Bridgestone Arena
Sun Nov 30 – Tampa, FL – Benchmark International Arena
Mon Dec 01 – Atlanta, GA – State Farm Arena
About Ken Carson: Ken Carson is a breakout Atlanta-born artist who just earned his first No. 1 on the Billboard 200 with More Chaos, his boldest and most successful project yet. Already named one of the best albums of 2025 by Complex and Genius, the record expands on the world he built with 2023’s Platinum-certified A Great Chaos, home to the Hot 100 hit “overseas” and a fixture on year-end best-of lists from The New York Times, Pitchfork, Billboard, Complex, and Rolling Stone. Across his discography, Ken has amassed over 4 billion streams, sold 230,000+ tickets globally, and recently earned four new gold RIAA certifications for “Succubus,” “SS,” “Jennifer’s Body,” and “I Need You.” Recognized on Variety’s Young Hollywood Impact Report, he has also fronted campaigns for Y/Project x Heaven by Marc Jacobs, delivered standout sets at Rolling Loud and ComplexCon, and earned co-signs from Young Thug, Jay-Z, Justin Bieber, and Anthony Kiedis. A Great Chaos defined an era for Ken, but with More Chaos, he’s taking it even further—pushing boundaries, growing his cult following, and solidifying himself as one of the most compelling voices of his generation.
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