“Miracle, Baby was written directly after Futureproof. After experimenting with hip hop/RnB influences on that song, it really helped inform a direction for us to follow – we tried to pull vocal inspiration from soul and funk and musical inspiration from almost a prog-rock background. The lyrics are light-hearted in a way which felt refreshing to include in the Moral Panic world. We wanted to create a narrative – they’re actually very nearly a joke, but the end seems to turn them round somehow and makes the whole thing more punchy.”

Along with the new track the Southend-on-Sea group also announced their latest EP, ‘Moral Panic II’ which will feature 5 brand new tracks. This new release will focus on reflection tinged with anger, emotion, and hope, whilst passionately discussing many of the important issues we face in modern society today. The EP will include their recent single ‘Futureproof’ and ‘Miracle, Baby’ and it will be released on July 23 via Sony Music UK/RCA Records.

The record serves as a companion release to the Essex band’s third album, ‘Moral Panic’, which was released last year via RCA/Sony. When asked about the new EP the band stated that “Moral Panic II was something we decided to do only after Part I was all mixed, mastered and the records pressed.  It didn’t feel like we were done with the Moral Panic theme – I think partly because we hadn’t been able to tour the project yet, it didn’t feel right to move on. But we also had the luxury of time to assess the album and explore some avenues we felt the album may have missed.”

They went on to say “In that way, it was important that Moral Panic II comprised of completely fresh, newly written songs rather than songs that just didn’t wind up making the album, like how a traditional deluxe version would function. There’s a familiarity, but we also really honed in on a new side of the band. Part II rounds Part I out – really, the two parts should be enjoyed as one project.”

Nothing But Thieves are also set to embark on a UK and Ireland arena tour later this year. You can see the list of the dates below.

‘Moral Panic II’ Tracklist:

1. Futureproof
2. If I Were You
3. Miracle, Baby
4. Ce n’est Rien
5. Your Blood

Nothing But Thieves UK and Ireland Tour:

30/09/2021 Olympia – Dublin
02/10 Ulster Hall – Belfast
04/10 O2 Academy – Birmingham
06/10 Pavilions – Plymouth
07/10 Motorpoint Arena – Cardiff
08/10 O2 Arena – London
10/10 O2 Academy – Birmingham
11/10 Barrowland – Glasgow
12/10 Barrowland – Glasgow
14/10 Victoria Warehouse – Manchester
15/10 Victoria Warehouse – Manchester
16/10 Motorpoint Arena – Nottingham

What Did You Think When You Made Me This Way? – out October 19th

The four-track release was produced by Jim Abbiss, best known for his work with Adele and The Arctic Monkeys, and mixing was handled by David Sardy, who’s worked with the likes of Noel Gallagher, Catfish And The Bottlemen and Oasis. See the tracklist below:

1. Forever And Ever More
2. Gods
3. You Know Me Too Well
4. Take This Lonely Heart

The Essex rockers have released the opening track, ‘Forever And Ever More’, as the lead single. Over an industrial backing of buzzsaw guitar riffs and switching time signatures, Conor Mason sings a rolling melody packed with characteristically dark imagery. Some of the most memorable lines can be found in the first verse:

Down in the gutter and looking for trouble
Or something to that effect
And there she was, a mirror cross
Ironically ’round the neck
And as you kissed me upon the lips
And the fever came without a warning

Backed by the success of their 2015 breakout self-titled LP and their recent headline appearance at Reading, Nothing But Thieves are tomorrow heading on a world tour that includes a spate of UK dates. Get tickets here and see their itinerary below: