Black Veil Brides discuss their shift to a heavier sound: “None of us were really that excited about it”

Black Veil Brides, fronted by Andy Biersack, has emerged with a fresh sound evident from their newest single, “Certainty,” signaling a potential shift towards a heavier direction. Biersack shares insights during a conversation with Rock Sound’s James Wilson-Taylor about the band’s evolving style.

The new tone of Black Veil Brides’ music may stem from the fact that they’ve been creating music collectively for a long time. Biersack mentions their aversion to repeating past work, stating, “we don’t like to make the same record twice.” The underlying shift towards a darker narrative was driven by their desire to say something more substantial in their music this time around.

Having been a band since 2006, Black Veil Brides have released six studio albums, with solo ventures from Biersack under Andy Black also finding success. The band’s decision to explore a heavier sound was not just a creative whim but a necessity to align with the narrative they wanted to convey effectively.

According to Biersack, the intense emotions in their upcoming album come from a desire for authenticity in their storytelling. There is a deliberate effort to avoid making every song heavy, aiming instead for a cohesive sound that captures different aspects of Black Veil Brides’ signature style. The overall tone of the record is perceived as more aggressive than previous releases, offering a fresh take on their musical evolution.

In explaining the darker narrative underpinning the new album, Biersack mentions that the track “Certainty” reflects on rigid belief systems. These themes are inspired by the film “Conclave,” where absolute certainty can hinder growth and change. The song highlights the struggle when certainty hardens into rigid belief systems, mirroring much of today’s polarizing social and political discourse.

Ultimately, the pendulum swings towards a more intense and heavy direction for Black Veil Brides, emphasizing the gravity of their thematic explorations. By acknowledging their maturity as a band and embracing darker narratives, Black Veil Brides’ forthcoming release promises to be an exciting venture into uncharted musical territories.