Brave Days come out swinging with “Friendly Fire,” a blistering pop-punk anthem featuring none other than Nick Diener of The Swellers. Released via Common Thread Records, this track marks a major moment for the band—channeling pure emotion, massive hooks, and a collaboration that feels both earned and explosive.
Right from the first hit, “Friendly Fire” surges with urgency: tight, driving guitars, punchy drums, and soaring melodies that feel built for sweaty basement shows and open highway escapes alike. Nick Diener’s guest vocals cut through with familiarity and force, perfectly complementing Brave Days’ energy while adding a heavy dose of melodic punk pedigree.
The production, handled by @rocktothawizzle, is crisp and loud without sanding down the grit. It’s polished where it needs to be, but still hits with heart. Mastered by Spectre Mastering, the final mix strikes that elusive balance between clarity and rawness—a rare sweet spot in modern pop-punk.
More than just a single, “Friendly Fire” is a passing of the torch between eras of emotional, melody-driven punk. Brave Days sound like a band stepping confidently into their next chapter—with the voice of a scene legend right beside them.
