Album Review: After Everything Else by The Breathing Method

Review By Glen Parkes

A cathartic whirlwind of grunge grit and hard rock heart

If Nirvana and Soundgarden locked horns in a grunge-fueled showdown with Korn watching from the sidelines, you might just capture the raw intensity of After Everything Else, the searing debut album by The Breathing Method. This Ayrshire-based band channels 25 years of musical experience into a gritty, unflinching exploration of life’s struggles, triumphs, and everything in between.

Lead singer Scott Booth describes the album as a “mirror to our lives,” and it’s clear this band is pouring their souls into every note. Themes of anxiety, depression, disillusionment, and resilience thread through the album, making it a relatable journey for anyone who’s faced life’s darker corners. The band’s years away from music have only deepened their sound, creating a maturity that sets After Everything Else apart from your average post-grunge fare.

From the jagged edges of “Inside Darkness”, to the haunting introspection of “Tragic Confusion””Inside Darkness”, each track serves as a chapter in the band’s collective memoir. The result is an album that feels deeply personal yet profoundly relatable.

Each track on After Everything Else feels like a chapter in a deeply personal diary, tackling themes of mental health, disillusionment, and resilience. Scott Booth’s vocals cut like a blade through a storm of grungy guitar riffs and thunderous drums, giving voice to the universal struggles of modern existence.

The band’s chemistry is palpable, their 25 years of shared history manifesting in tight, no-nonsense arrangements that waste no time on fluff. Whether it’s the snarling power of Jamie Haining and James Dougan’s guitar work or the steady, anchoring presence of Gee McClure’s bass and Duncan Brown’s percussion, this is a group that knows exactly how to channel their collective energy.

After Everything Else is more than an album; it’s a catharsis. With its hard-hitting riffs, snarling vocals, and unfiltered honesty, The Breathing Method has created a collection of songs that refuse to be ignored. This is post-punk grunge rock at its very best.

So, sit up and take notice. The Breathing Method has arrived, and they’re not mucking around. After Everything Else is your new favorite grunge-rock therapy session. Release day can’t come soon enough—January 24th, mark your calendars.