Since forming in South London in 2013, USA Nails have built a sizable following thanks to a lineup comprising members drawn from acclaimed outfits like Kong, Future Of The Left, Death Pedals, and Silent Front.

Their new album, Feel Worse, explores the concept of schadenfreude, the perverse pleasure derived from the misfortunes of others. With a potent blend of blistering new material, the band confronts the specters of austerity, authoritarianism, and the insidious grip of consumer culture. From the toxic allure of reality TV to the relentless march of hyper-capitalist agendas, no stone is left unturned as USA Nails launch a scathing assault on societal ills.

At the heart of it lies an unapologetically intense and chaotic strain of post-hardcore, channeling raw energy and visceral urgency into every track. The album emerges as their most potent offering yet, a testament to their unwavering commitment to unfiltered expression.

Co-frontman Steve Hodson elaborates on the album's underlying themes, shedding light on the uneasy dance between public spectacle and private agony: “That’s what 'An Audience Of Love' refers to. Audiences loving the unease of others. It becomes an uneasy comedy in itself, and almost a cycle of parody. Infidelity and abuse normalized through public shaming almost. Similarly, 'On Computer Screen' is about Catfish[ing], another concept that fascinated me. Both the catfished and catfisher would put themselves on global television, again both parties displaying their vulnerability to the world for entertainment purposes.”

As the album unfolds, the band turns their gaze inward, exploring the scars left by laddish culture and the brutal dynamics of schoolyard bullying. Reflecting on his own experiences, Hodson dives headfirst into the harrowing landscape of adolescence, where vulnerability becomes currency and scars run deep: “'Feel Worse' and 'Pack Of Dogs' are about laddish culture and schoolyard bullying. As youngsters, we jostle for social positioning and at times it’s at the expense of other people’s well-being. I used to say my teenage years were character-building, but on reflection, I’d probably say they were character-destroying, and those who made me feel so small through physical and emotional attacks probably don’t remember, hence the refrain ‘It’s just some words’. Maybe I should just 'man up' a bit. There’s a parallel in all of this, I guess, and in the fact that I wrote songs about my own experiences, some of them exposing my own vulnerabilities to an audience. Ok, maybe not to the extent of my references but hey, an audience nonetheless.”

Gareth Thomas, the other half of the band's songwriting duo, offers insight into tracks like "The Sun In The Sands," offering a semi-fictional glimpse into the tumultuous world of South London estates and the feuds that define them: “It’s a semi-fictional account of the estate where I live in South London and my feuding neighbors who LOVE to fight, and LOVE to make each other suffer. I recorded my vocals in my flat for this one and was a bit worried they might hear me shouting about them when I was doing it. 'The Sun in the Sands' is the name of a roundabout just across town that I’ve heard on radio traffic reports since I was a kid. It always sounded quite mysterious and otherworldly to me, but I’ve been there as an adult and it’s sadly quite ordinary.”

From the searing indictment of bigotry in "Networking Opportunity" to the incisive commentary on cultural consumption in "Beautiful Eyes!," USA Nails pull no punches, delivering a blistering critique of the status quo. Yet, amidst the chaos and cacophony, there exists a glimmer of hope. Album closer "I Love It When You Succeed" offers a poignant inversion of the album's prevailing themes, celebrating the triumphs of others even as envy simmers beneath the surface.

In recent years, USA Nails have shared stages with luminaries such as Metz and UK noise-rock icons Mclusky, embarking on relentless tours across the US and Europe. From headline gigs to supporting slots for the likes of Future Of The Left and Viagra Boys, their live prowess remains unmatched.