Jon Schaffer’s Sons of Liberty unveil “Molon Labe” music video

Track taken from the new, reimagined collection “Thought Crimes (Volumes 1 & 2)”
Physical formats set for July release via The Circle Music

Athens, Greece; 16 June 2026: Heavy metal project Jon Schaffer’s Sons of Liberty has released a brand new music video for the track “Molon Labe”, taken from the band’s upcoming physical album “Thought Crimes (Volumes 1 & 2)”.

The track presents a historical look at defiance and individual liberty. It is the second music video off the new album, following the release of “Full Spectrum Dominance”.

Jon Schaffer, the founder, chief songwriter, and driving force behind iconic heavy metal acts Iced Earth, Demons & Wizards, Sons of Liberty, Jon Schaffer’s Purgatory, and the Schaffer/Barlow Project, said:

“Molon Labe (translated as Come and Take It, or Come and Take Them) is a song that I wrote and recorded in 2011. The song is inspired by King Leonidas and his actions during the Battle of Thermopylae (480 BC), and that’s why this song is dedicated to him and his elite royal guard of 300 Spartans. These actions have become a legendary symbol of courage, discipline, and self-sacrifice against an overwhelming force. As I was attempting to channel the spirit of Leonidas in the writing and recording process, I discovered a new sound in my voice that seemed to fit with the energy of the song. I feel Molon Labe adds an interesting dynamic to the flow of tracks on Thought Crimes.”

“Thought Crimes (Volumes 1 & 2)” is streaming on all platforms. For collectors, a special physical rollout will arrive via The Circle Music on July 4, 2026, marking the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. This includes a double gatefold vinyl edition in five vibrant colors (with an exclusive limited run of 100 copies sold out in 24 hours via www.icedearthmerch.com), a luxurious limited-edition leather box CD, and a sleek digipak CD, and cassette.

*** Due to the 1st exclusive selling out faster than any other icedearthmerch.com exclusive in the online store’s history, a second exclusive glow in the dark vinyl – limited to 100 copies – and signed by Jon Schaffer has been added.

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Originally crafted with programmed drums to minimize costs, these releases were designed not for profit, but as a gift to the world to be copied, shared, and amplified freely.

At its core, Sons of Liberty’s music exposed the machinations of a fraudulent financial system and the insidious creep of authoritarianism, serving as a stark warning to humanity. Today, with those shadows cast longer than ever, this music stands as a timeless testament to truth, unfiltered and unapologetic.

What sets Sons of Liberty – Thought Crimes (Volumes 1 & 2) apart is its transcendence of partisan divides. This is not an echo chamber of political agendas; it’s a universal wake-up call, championing freedom as the bedrock of peace and prosperity for every person on the planet. In a world fractured by division, Schaffer’s lyrics rally for pro-freedom/pro-humanity ideals: anti-authoritarian, non-partisan, and rooted in the unyielding principles of liberty. It’s a reminder that true empowerment comes from questioning and resisting systems that promote aggression and erode our shared dignity, fostering unity through principles of liberty, individual sovereignty, and collective resilience.

Elevating the original material to new heights, this release features thunderous, newly recorded drums by longtime friend Mark Prator, whose precision and groove has powered classics from Iced Earth (The Dark Saga, Something Wicked This Way Comes), Demons & Wizards (Self-Titled Debut), and Jon Schaffer’s Purgatory (EP 2018). Paired with a cutting-edge modern mix by Jim Morris, the result is a sonic powerhouse that has matured like a fine wine – delivering an intensity and honesty that’s all too rare in today’s pop culture landscape.

In an age where ideas can be silenced, this stands as the most censored and cancelled heavy metal music in history. It begs the question: Why? Are thought crimes an inevitable reality in a world that fears unbridled truth? Dive in, reflect, and educate yourself – because freedom isn’t a spectator sport; it is difficult, it requires action, and it’s the only path to a better world for all of us.