Review: Broken Lungs

Broken Lungs – Funeral Envy (Single Review)

Birmingham’s hardcore heavyweights Broken Lungs have returned after a year and a half with Funeral Envy – and it’s nothing short of a blistering reminder of why they’re one of the most exciting names on the UK underground scene right now.

From the very first note, Funeral Envy drags you headfirst into its chaotic energy. It’s raw, urgent, and unrelentingly powerful — the kind of track that grips you by the throat and refuses to let go. The band’s influences are clear, with echoes of Gallows, Cancer Bats and even a little early Converge, yet Broken Lungs bring their own venomous edge, forging a sound that feels both familiar and fiercely their own.

Lyrically, the single hits hard with its stark honesty. Dedicated to anyone who’s ever felt trapped by the relentlessness of everyday existence, Funeral Envy is as much a rallying cry as it is a release — a reminder that “you are not alone” even in life’s darkest moments. It’s bleak, yes, but never hopeless. Instead, the band channels that darkness into a cathartic burst of rage and solidarity.

Having already shared stages with the likes of Palm Reader, Ithaca, ’68, and Graphic Nature, Broken Lungs have proven they can stand tall alongside some of the most respected names in hardcore and punk. Funeral Envy is another bold step forward, showcasing a band that continues to refine their craft while staying true to the raw crossover energy that first put them on the map.

If this track is any indication, Broken Lungs are ready to storm stages once again — louder, angrier and more unapologetic than ever.

Verdict: A high-intensity rager that perfectly captures the chaos of modern existence. Broken Lungs have never sounded more vital.

Out 12th September

Link: https://linktr.ee/BrokenLungsUK