Loudness Wars releases new single “Battlefield”

Born from long-standing friendships and a passion for powerful, emotionally-charged rock music, UK-based trio Loudness Wars are making their own ripple across the modern rock landscape. Based on nostalgia yet fiercely forward-facing, their sound pulls threads from acts like Guns N’ Roses, Smashing Pumpkins, Nirvana, Sound Garden and Foo Fighters, but stitches them into something entirely their own.

Leading the project is vocalist and guitarist Jerome, who brings a global perspective to the band’s output, having been born in Sri Lanka and raised in the UK. His musical journey has seen him pass through various projects over the years, sharpening both his songwriting and production talents. He’s joined by bassist Rich, a friend from university days and drummer Ian, who has known Rich since childhood. Together, they channel a chemistry that’s been years in the making, anchored by trust and shared history, now manifesting through the grit of guitars, punchy rhythms and bold vocals.

Their story so far is one of organic development, moving from loose jam sessions to focused studio work. It was at a local spot in Chesham that they teamed up with London-based producer Jay to bring their debut single “Withered Flower” into being. The track introduced Loudness Wars as a band unafraid of emotional weight, mixing gritty textures with soul-searching lyrics, resulting in a spectacular entrance.

Now, they’re back with their brand new sophomore single titled “Battlefield” and it’s an exciting leap forward in both sound and sentiment. Where “Withered Flower” smouldered, “Battlefield” expands their sound, delivering a visceral account of emotional conflict and the scars that last long after the smoke clears. Recorded in two worlds, the drums were laid down in the band’s rehearsal space, keeping the energy impactful, while the remaining parts were sculpted at home with Jerome handling the production and mixing duties himself.

Set up by a laid back groove of softly pattering drums and light guitar tones, Jerome’s expressive voice rings out above to thread delicate melodies into the building arrangement. Swelling with subtly gritty textures and the rise of splashing cymbals, the track’s gradually developing energy shifts into charging riff-driven aesthetic before floating back down to the intricate verse where smooth bass lines underpin the groove.

Deftly balancing alternative rock energy with graceful melodic songwriting, “Battlefield” delivers another epic showcase of the band’s highly original and thoroughly engaging sound. Stepping into 2025 with another incredible rock music moment, Loudness Wars continue to impress on their second outing and they’re sure to win over more and more fans as they share more of their compelling musical vision.

Listen to Battlefield below

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