VOLBEAT have entered the studio with producers Rob Caggiano (pictured) and Jacob Hansen to record their new studio album, Outlaw Gentlemen & Shady Ladies, which is expected to be released this spring.

The band's frontman Michael Poulsen had this to say, "We're back in the studio, this time breaking some of our old habits and this sometimes means leaving our comfort zone. We are recording in a new environment, producing with a new set up breaking new sonic ground and it's exciting!

"Together with our long time collaborator Jacob Hansen we also have the honor of having producer Rob Caggiano on board in the producer's seat.

"Expect lots of surprises and some of our most rocking heavy songs to date. We feel more than ever that we are taking the Volbeat sound to another level without changing what we're all about. Can't wait for it to get out there!"

VOLBEAT will be kicking off a North America tour in March which will feature direct support from Danko Jones.