The Band Perry released “Kill It” on May 29, completing a romantic-goth trilogy that began with “PSYCHOLOGICAL” and “Buzzards,” marking the band’s latest chapter as Kimberly Perry and Johnny Costello prepare for their return to CMA Fest.
Quick Facts
- “Kill It” arrived May 29, 2026, via Nashville Harbor Records & Entertainment
- The song follows “PSYCHOLOGICAL” (February 2026) and “Buzzards” (May 2026) in a three-part romantic-goth trilogy
- The Band Perry performs at CMA Fest on June 5, 2026, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville
- The band currently consists of Kimberly Perry (lead vocals, guitar) and Johnny Costello (mandolin, background vocals)
The new single closes out a creative arc that began earlier this year. “PSYCHOLOGICAL,” released in February, kicked off the romantic-goth trilogy, followed by “Buzzards” in May. Each track explores themes of love and heartbreak through a darker aesthetic that marks a sonic shift for the country duo.
The Band Perry’s CMA Fest appearance comes as part of their broader return to live performance. Beyond the main stage at Nissan Stadium on June 5, the duo has also lined up appearances at the SiriusXM Music Row Happy Hour and the Billboard Country Live lineup during the festival weekend, giving fans multiple opportunities to catch their music in Nashville.
Sources
- RTTNews — confirmed “Kill It” release date and trilogy completion
- Shore Fire Media — provided details on the romantic-goth trilogy and CMA Fest appearances
- MusicRow.com — reported Big Machine Records CMA Fest pop-up performance details
- Nissan Stadium — verified CMA Fest 2026 performance at Nissan Stadium on June 5
