(hed)p.e. have officially completed work on their upcoming new album ‘Relapse’, the follow-up to their 2023 record ‘Detox’.
Frontman Jared Gomes confirmed the album’s completion while detailing the emotional and chaotic process behind its creation, describing it as both cathartic and unrestrained.
“Relapse is done
The new record is titled Relapse.
So much time invested.
There were tears of pain and tears of joy.
We smashed and destroyed shit on this one.It was like going to therapy. But it was also like escaping rehab and road tripping on a bender.
Life is a beautiful struggle.
Relationships with chemicals.
Relationships with the ones we love.It’s all on this record.
I just can’t wait for y’all to hear it.
i’m so freaking excited for yall to hear this one i swear.”
Alongside the announcement, the band also drew backlash after unveiling AI-generated artwork connected to the release rollout, sparking discussion among fans online.
When one fan questioned the decision, writing, “i doubt making a cover is that expensive man, why the ai?”, the official (hed)p.e. account responded directly:
“it’s a picture no one said cover cry somewhere else.”
Despite the criticism, the band have not indicated any changes to the rollout strategy, with ‘Relapse’ expected to continue the thematic direction established on ‘Detox’.
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