NIGHTBREAKERS Get Raw on New Single “Not Like We Used To”

We’ve all seen the “shiny” version of NIGHTBREAKERS. But with their latest single, “Not Like We Used To,” the gloves are officially coming off.

This isn’t just another catchy pop-rock anthem; it’s the title track of their debut album, and it serves as a massive warning shot for what’s coming next. If you thought you knew their sound, think again—this track is darker, heavier, and a whole lot more honest.

A Masterclass in “The Messy Breakup”

There’s a specific kind of anger that only comes when a long-term relationship finally hits the wall. It’s not just sadness—it’s frustration, exhaustion, and that bitter realization that things have shifted permanently.

“Not Like We Used To” captures that exact frequency. It is easily the most raw the band has ever sounded. They’ve traded the polished, radio-ready sheen for something that feels like it was recorded in a basement at 2:00 AM after a blowout fight. The emotion isn’t just in the lyrics; it’s in the grit of the vocals and the weight of the instrumentation.

The Bardo Novotny Influence

The band teamed up with Bardo Novotny (from Beauty School Dropout) for production, and his DNA is all over this track. Novotny helped the band strip away the fluff, leaning into a sound that feels more “renegade” than “pop.” It’s aggressive, it’s moody, and it sets a high bar for the rest of the debut album.

See It Live This Spring

The timing is perfect, too. NIGHTBREAKERS are heading out on a North American Tour this spring alongside Beauty School Dropout. Hearing this track through headphones is one thing, but witnessing this level of raw energy in a live venue is going to be a completely different animal.

The takeaway? NIGHTBREAKERS aren’t playing it safe anymore. “Not Like We Used To” is the sound of a band finally finding their teeth.

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