PHILADELPHIA – The Menzingers have released “Better Angels,” a new single from their forthcoming album, Everything I Ever Saw, setting the stage for a significant artistic statement.
The Menzingers have released “Better Angels,” the second single from their ninth studio album, Everything I Ever Saw, due July 17, 2026, via Epitaph Records. This track follows earlier previews “Chance Encounters” and “Nobody’s Heroes,” deepening anticipation for the full-length release. The album was recorded in Philadelphia at Memory Music Studios with Grammy Award-winning producer Will Yip, a long-time band collaborator.
The release of “Better Angels” is accompanied by an official music video directed by Britain Weyant. The Scranton, Pennsylvania quartet, comprised of Greg Barnett, Tom May, Eric Keen, and Joe Godino, will embark on a North American headline tour starting September 24, 2026, in Dallas, TX, concluding November 22 in Brooklyn, NY.
A Meditation on Unity Amidst Societal Fractures
The Menzingers’ “Better Angels” reflects societal division, advocating for empathy and shared humanity. Vocalist Greg Barnett discusses finding common ground in a fragmented world, questioning our ability to recognize each other. This urgent message underpins their new album, Everything I Ever Saw, exploring personal upheaval and loss. Discover more in our breakdown of “Better Angels” by The Menzingers.
Tom May likens “Better Angels” to late-night conversations, pushing against cynicism and stressing individual responsibility for collective betterment. The title references Abraham Lincoln’s First Inaugural Address, evoking historical division to underscore a contemporary need for unity. This aligns with the album’s integration of deeply personal experiences like divorce and new parenthood into a broader narrative of collective resilience.
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