Bright as Blasphemy
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| Released | August 15, 2025 | |||
| Recorded | 2022–2025 | |||
| Length | 39:27 | |||
| Label | Alchemy Recordings | |||
| Producer | Pete Loeffler | |||
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Bright as Blasphemy is the tenth studio album by the American rock band Chevelle, released on August 15, 2025, through Alchemy Recordings. It marks the band's first album since 2021's NIRATIAS and their first release following their departure from Epic Records. It is the band’s shortest album in length and tracks and the only Chevelle record solely produced by Pete Loeffler.
Background
In June 2022, Chevelle announced that they had plans to record their tenth studio album in November or December, and release the album in 2023.[1][2] In multiple interviews, drummer Sam Loeffler described the writing process as "torturous," comparing it to "pulling your hair out and then trying to put it back in." The album was self-produced by Pete and Sam Loeffler, marking a departure from their longtime collaboration with Joe Barresi producing their albums,[3][4] with touring bassist Kemble Walters assisting in engineering.[5]
In July 2024, Chevelle signed with Alchemy Recordings, a new label founded by Danny Wimmer and Dino Paredes. This move was seen as a return to a more independent and collaborative atmosphere, with the band citing a positive and musician-focused environment.[6] The band also announced plans to release the album in September or October 2024.[6] The album was later delayed to 2025.[7]
Release and promotion
The album's lead single, "Rabbit Hole (Cowards, Pt. 1)", was released on March 25, 2025.[8] A music video was released on May 14.[9] The second single, "Jim Jones (Cowards, Pt. 2)", followed on May 28. On the same day, the band officially revealed the album's title and release date of August 15, 2025.[10]
To support the album, Chevelle will embark on a 38-date North American headlining tour beginning August 7, 2025, with support from Asking Alexandria and Dead Poet Society, and concludes on October 2.[11]
Critical reception
| Review scores | |
|---|---|
| Source | Rating |
| Kerrang! | 2/5[12] |
| New Noise Magazine |   [13] |
| Sputnikmusic | 3.5/5[14] |
In a mixed to negative review, Steve Beebee of Kerrang! wrote, "There’s poise here...but it’s as if Chevelle can’t work out how to make their weapons fire, or to put it more bluntly, figure out a tune...the duo’s music has sizable jaws but needs way sharper teeth." In a more positive review, Lamar Ramos of New Noise Magazine stated, "Bright as Blasphemy isn’t a reinvention so much as a refinement: a veteran band taking stock of their strengths, pushing the edges of their sound without losing the punch that made them a fixture in American rock."[13] Simon K. of Sputnikmusic wrote, "There’s nothing on Bright as Blasphemy that’s earth-shattering, but it is all well-refined stuff that...makes it one of the strongest releases in their catalogue."[14]
Track listing
All music is composed by Chevelle.
| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Pale Horse" | 4:37 |
| 2. | "Rabbit Hole (Cowards, Pt. 1)" | 4:09 |
| 3. | "Jim Jones (Cowards, Pt. 2)" | 5:09 |
| 4. | "Hallucinations" | 4:22 |
| 5. | "Wolves (Love & Light)" | 4:43 |
| 6. | "Karma Goddess" | 4:11 |
| 7. | "Blood Out in the Fields" | 3:34 |
| 8. | "AI Phobias" | 3:47 |
| 9. | "Shocked at the End of the World" | 4:55 |
| Total length: | 39:27 | |
Personnel
Credits adapted from Tidal.[5]
Chevelle
- Pete Loeffler – vocals, guitar, production (all tracks); bass (track 2)
- Sam Loeffler – drums
Additional personnel
- Kemble Walters – engineering (all tracks), bass (1, 2, 4, 8, 9)
- Beau Burchell – mixing
- Mike Kalajian – mastering
References
- ^ "Chevelle Is Writing New Album, Hoping To Enter Studio In November". Blabbermouth.net. June 4, 2022. Archived from the original on June 4, 2022. Retrieved June 3, 2025.
- ^ Turman, Katherine (June 7, 2022). "Chevelle Has Begun Working On A New Album". Metal Injection. Archived from the original on June 7, 2022. Retrieved June 3, 2025.
- ^ Ambrosio, Isabella (May 4, 2025). "Chevelle's Sam Loeffler Says Self-Producing Their Upcoming Unannounced Record Was A Suggestion By Previous Producer, Joe Barresi". Metal Injection. Archived from the original on May 4, 2025. Retrieved June 3, 2025.
- ^ "Sam Loeffler On Not Using Outside Producer For Chevelle's Upcoming Album: 'It's The Hardest Thing We've Ever Done'". Blabbermouth.net. May 1, 2025. Archived from the original on May 2, 2025. Retrieved June 3, 2025.
- ^ a b "Bright as Blasphemy / Chevelle / Credits". Tidal. Retrieved August 11, 2025.
- ^ a b "Chevelle Signs With Alchemy Recordings, Plots September/October Release For New Album". Blabbermouth.net. July 25, 2024. Archived from the original on July 26, 2024. Retrieved June 3, 2025.
- ^ Kennelty, Greg (December 22, 2024). "Chevelle Set To Release A New Single Soon, Tenth Album Due In 2025". Metal Injection. Archived from the original on December 21, 2024. Retrieved June 3, 2025.
- ^ Adams, Gregory (March 26, 2025). "Hear Chevelle's first song in 4 years "Rabbit Hole (Cowards, Pt. 1)"". Revolver. Archived from the original on March 26, 2025. Retrieved June 3, 2025.
- ^ "Chevelle Releases Music Video For 'Rabbit Hole (Cowards, Pt. 1)'". Blabbermouth.net. May 14, 2025. Archived from the original on May 16, 2025. Retrieved June 3, 2025.
- ^ "Chevelle Announces 'Bright As Blasphemy' Album, Shares Lyric Video For New Single 'Jim Jones (Cowards, Pt. 2)'". Blabbermouth.net. May 28, 2025. Archived from the original on May 29, 2025. Retrieved June 3, 2025.
- ^ Keenan, Hesher (March 26, 2025). "Chevelle Debut First New Single in Four Years, Announce Headlining Tour". MetalSucks. Archived from the original on April 4, 2025. Retrieved June 3, 2025.
- ^ Beebee, Steve (August 12, 2025). "Album review: Chevelle – Bright As Blasphemy". Kerrang!. Archived from the original on August 15, 2025. Retrieved August 15, 2025.
- ^ a b Ramos, Lamar (August 11, 2025). "Album Review: Chevelle – Bright as Blasphemy". New Noise Magazine. Archived from the original on August 15, 2025. Retrieved August 15, 2025.
- ^ a b Simon K. (August 17, 2025). "Review: Chevelle - Bright as Blasphemy". Sputnikmusic. Archived from the original on August 17, 2025. Retrieved August 17, 2025.