GUILT TRIP ANNOUNCE NEW ALBUM ARMOUR OF ANGELS alongside VIDEO FOR EXPLOSIVE NEW SINGLE "NO LOVE LOST"
PHOTO CREDIT: Amy Haghebaert/@cruxsader
Manchester’s five-piece powerhouse, Guilt Trip, has quickly become one of heavy music’s most talked-about names. Comprising vocalist Jay Valentine, guitarists Jak Maden and Sam Baker, drummer Tom Aimson, and bassist Lily Kilcoyne, the band has carved out a reputation for merging aggressive riffs, relentless rhythms, and raw emotional intensity. Their journey from local shows to the international stage has been nothing short of meteoric.
Listen to “No Love Lost” here
Leading the charge is the single “No Love Lost,” a fast and unrelenting 2.5-minute track that encapsulates the essence of Guilt Trip.
The band declares, “’No Love Lost’ is all the best of Guilt Trip spliced into a fast and unrelenting 2.5 minutes. This is just a taste of things to come as we prepare to unleash our third LP, Armour of Angels. We are immensely proud of this record, combining everything special about Severance with an added swing of heaviness and a more mature writing style.”
The track has been praised for its gripping riffs and hard-hitting lyrics, making it a true Guilt Trip song. It has quickly found its place in many fans’ daily rotation playlists, including mine, as it showcases the band’s ability to work cohesively and deliver powerful music.
Guilt Trip also shared a video for new single "No Love Lost" watch below;
The excitement surrounding Guilt Trip has reached new heights with the announcement of their third album, Armour of Angels. Scheduled for release on 5 June through Roadrunner Records, the album promises to deliver the raw intensity fans have come to expect, while also exploring new sonic and thematic territory. The band describes the upcoming release as a culmination of their best work, particularly drawing from their previous album, Severance, but with an added swing of heaviness and a more mature writing style.
From their early days in Manchester’s underground music scene, Guilt Trip stood out for their authenticity and fearless energy. Their debut releases captured the attention of both fans and critics, who praised the band’s ability to channel visceral emotion into every track. Each subsequent release only strengthened their reputation, with their second album solidifying their place as a rising force in the global heavy music community. What sets GUILT TRIP apart is their unflinching commitment to honesty in their music. The band’s sound strikes a balance between ferocious instrumentation and vulnerable, heartfelt lyricism, creating a unique identity that resonates deeply with listeners.
Their rise has been fueled not just by their records but also by a relentless work ethic and a growing international fan base. As they prepare to unleash Armour of Angels, Guilt Trip continues to push the boundaries of heavy music, promising to deliver an album that is both a reflection of their journey and a bold step into new territory. With “No Love Lost” setting the stage, fans can eagerly anticipate what promises to be another standout release from this dynamic and influential band.
Guilt Trip will co-headline a tour with Malevolence through April, and then embark on a festival tour through the UK and Europe this summer.
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