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Bad Mothers Union – release ‘Cut In Half’ the second single from upcoming album ‘Sore Losers’ you can read our review here

Bad Mothers Union continue their gritty ascent with Cut In Half, the second single lifted from their forthcoming album Sore Losers (out February 12th), and it’s a track that leans hard into tension, texture, and controlled chaos.

From the opening bars, Cut In Half announces itself with a low-end heft that feels both confrontational and hypnotic. The band’s bold decision to run two bass guitars isn’t a gimmick here, it’s the backbone of the song’s identity. One bass stalks the groove with a blunt, driving pulse, while the other weaves around it, adding menace and movement. The result is a dense, physical sound that feels more like it’s pressing against your chest than simply coming through your speakers.

Over this rumbling foundation, Bad Mothers Union layer jagged guitars and tightly coiled drums, creating a restless push and pull between restraint and release. The production keeps things raw without sacrificing clarity, letting each element breathe while preserving the band’s rough-edged character.

What stands out most is the band’s confidence. Cut In Half doesn’t chase trends or easy hooks; instead, it doubles down on atmosphere and groove, trusting the weight of its arrangement to do the heavy lifting. It’s a smart, muscular release that suggests Sore Losers will be an album unafraid to experiment while staying grounded in raw rock energy.

If this single is any indication, Bad Mothers Union are sharpening their sound — and they’re not afraid to split expectations right down the middle.

‘Cut In Half’ doesnt do thing by half messures and scores an 8 out of 10

Rating: 8 out of 10.

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Reviewer  – Ian Mc Donnell @mcgigmusic

Ian Mc Donnell

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