London’s regret punk champions Burnt Tapes are back and they’ve never sounded bigger. Their brand new album New Lungs is out today, delivering 10 tracks of raw honesty, soaring hooks, and that bittersweet blend of grit and melody they’ve made their own.
Recorded after a period of change and reflection, New Lungs feels like a band breathing differently, still fueled by the urgency of their earlier work, but with a sharper focus and deeper emotional weight. These are songs about growth, loss, and finding light in the cracks, all wrapped in anthemic choruses that beg to be shouted back in sweaty rooms.
From the driving opener to the closing notes, Burnt Tapes have crafted a record that pushes their sound forward without losing the heart-on-sleeve vulnerability fans have always loved. Think Iron Chic’s singalongs, Spanish Love Songs’ emotional depth, and The Menzingers’ knack for turning life’s bruises into punk rock poetry.
New Lungs is out now everywhere you get your music. Play it loud and your heart will thank you later. Get it on vinyl or cassette and your collection will thank you later (link here).