This week on Full Metal Jackie, John Kevill of Warbringer joins the show to celebrate the release of their new album, Wrath and Ruin, dropping this Friday. This marks their seventh studio album and first in five years, reinforcing their legacy in the thrash scene.
John discusses the creative spark behind Wrath and Ruin, the themes of power and class structure explored in songs like “The Sword and the Cross” and “A Better World,” and how music has helped him process difficult times.
We also talk about the band’s 20+ year journey, the significance of longtime bandmate Adam Carroll, and John’s thoughts on the state of thrash metal in 2025—including who he’d pick for a modern “Big 4.”
Warbringer will hit the road this year with a U.S. co-headlining tour with Allegaeon and a European run supporting Kreator. Tune in this weekend to hear the full conversation and get ready for Wrath and Ruin this Friday!
