Butcher Babies return with Nightbloom, an album shaped by survival, heartbreak and reinvention. With Heidi Shepherd taking centre stage, the band explore a more melodic, radio-ready sound without completely abandoning their heavier roots. Rhys Tagg examines whether this bold new direction delivers.

Heidi Shepherd discusses Butcher Babies deeply personal new album Nightbloom, the role therapy played in its creation, and why the record is ultimately about survival rather than suffering.

Gig Review: Cradle Of Filth - Butcher Babies - High Parasite - Black Sattelite. O2 Forum Kentish Town - 31 August 2024. A Haunting Halloween Spectacle In London Words: @koksownia Photography: @robert_sutton_photography @cradleoffilth @danifilthofficial @butcherbabies @highparasiteofficial @blacksatellite @o2forumktown

Gig Review: The electrifying performances of Butcher Babies, Ignea, and Ghosts Of Atlantis at Fear Factory's show in Bristol SWX. Read the review now. Words; @hutchie224 @butcherbabies @ignea.band @ghostsofatlantisofficial @swxbristol

Bloodstock 2022 / Sunday, Skarlett Riot stake their place while Butcher Babies bring LA energy. @bloodstockopenair #boa22 Photography: @inglisnomad @liz_medhurst @pmonkhouse1 @skarlettriot