True Brew is the eighth studio album by the Swedish punk rock band Millencolin. It was released on April 22, 2015, in Europe, and April 28, 2015, in the United States, through Epitaph Records. The album marked the band's first release in seven years, following 2008's Machine 15.
Recorded at Soundlab Studios in Örebro, Sweden, and produced by the band members themselves, True Brew sees Millencolin returning to a sound reminiscent of their earlier, fast-paced melodic punk rock. The album features a mix of high-energy tracks and more nuanced compositions, reflecting the band's signature style that blends melodic sensibilities with the raw energy of punk rock. Lyrically, the album explores themes ranging from societal observations to personal reflections.
Three singles were released from the album: "Sense & Sensibility," "True Brew," and "Bring Me Home." The album generally received positive reviews from critics, who praised its energetic sound and noted its strong return to form for the veteran punk band.
Track Listing (Standard Edition):
- Sense & Sensibility
- Man of a Sort
- True Brew
- Perfection Is Boring
- Bring Me Home
- Mr. Fingers
- Silent Scandal
- Chameleon
- Autopilot Mode
- A Farewell to Armchairs
- Nothing
- For Free
Personnel:
- Nikola Sarcevic – vocals, bass
- Erik Ohlsson – guitar
- Mathias Färm – guitar
- Fredrik Larzon – drums