Bring Me The Horizon's Oli Sykes Teases 12 Bangers from 'Nex Gen: Director’s Cut' Archives

Oli Sykes teases 12 unreleased gems from Bring Me The Horizon’s 'Nex Gen' sessions, hinting at a fresh 'Director’s Cut' album experience.

A Treasure Trove of New Tunes Awaits Bring Me The Horizon Fans

If you're a fan of Bring Me The Horizon, get ready to geek out—Oli Sykes has opened the vault, revealing that the band’s archives for their ‘Post Human: Nex Gen’ album are packed with 12 potential new songs. That’s right, a whole dozen tracks that could be hitting your playlists sooner than you think!

Bring Me The Horizon rocking Reading Festival 2025. Credit: Derek Bremner

This news comes after Sykes teased last year that there was unreleased material from the recording sessions for the 2024 album ‘Post Human: Nex Gen.’ The frontman expressed a desire to share these hidden gems by releasing a special ‘director’s cut’ edition of the album.

Catching Up Backstage: 12 Songs and Counting

Just last week at Reading & Leeds festival, Oli gave fans a glimpse of what’s brewing behind the scenes. He mentioned that the archives hold about 12 songs—each one a banger, no less. Imagine the thrill of discovering fresh tracks that didn’t make the initial cut but now have a chance to shine.

Bring Me The Horizon electrifying the Reading stage. Credit: Derek Bremner

When asked if fatherhood changed his music-making mindset, Oli reflected that it’s “a little too early to tell,” but he did feel a “renewed sense of the pressure being off.” With twins arriving in July, family life has become a priority, yet his excitement for the music remains strong.

Balancing Fatherhood and Music: Pressure Off, Creativity On

As the band gears up to release this treasure trove, Sykes admitted the timeline might stretch a bit. The birth of his twins with partner Alissic shifted his focus to family first—but the music isn’t going anywhere. He’s confident the songs will eventually see the light of day.

“I’ve got so much from the ‘Nex Gen’ archive that I want the world to hear. I literally phoned my label and management and said, ‘It’s nearly here, I’ve got 12 songs and they’re all bangers.’” – Oli Sykes

The frontman is clear that while the music is important, it’s not the be-all and end-all anymore. He acknowledges that many bands take real breaks between albums—even years. But Oli loves the process and will release new tunes when it feels right.

A Director’s Cut with a Fresh Sound on the Horizon

Sykes gave a nod to the ‘Director’s Cut’ concept he mentioned previously, confirming that it’s still happening. However, he’s craving a fresh sound—songs that need to be honed and crafted, rather than rushed out.

He also teased that some tracks he’s sitting on aren’t part of the ‘Nex Gen’ project at all but something different. That new direction will likely emerge after he takes some time away to decompress and rethink the band’s next chapter.

The ‘Post Human’ Series: A Story Unfolding

‘Nex Gen’ is the second installment in the ‘Post Human’ series, the follow-up to 2020’s ‘Survival Horror.’ Originally, the band planned to roll out several records back-to-back, but now they’re pacing it with a broader narrative arc planned for years ahead.

Oli Sykes and Bring Me The Horizon commanding the crowd at Reading 2025. Credit: Derek Bremner

Festival Triumph and Future Plans

At Reading & Leeds 2025, Bring Me The Horizon delivered an immersive set full of stunning visuals and explosive energy. Their headline performance marked only the second time they’ve led the dual festival, following a co-headline with Arctic Monkeys in 2022.

Critics praised the set for its sci-fi blockbuster vibe, pyrotechnics, and unrelenting energy—all culminating in a performance that felt like a grand finale song after song. The band’s transformation from scrappy metalcore kids to stadium-filling rock icons was on full display.

What’s Next for Bring Me The Horizon?

While there’s excitement for the ‘Director’s Cut’ and new songs, Oli is also realistic. He understands that life outside music—fatherhood, personal growth—must come first. This shift could ultimately deepen the band’s creative well.

“I feel comfortable that the band is fine and we’re doing alright. We don’t need to do better. That will help with the output,” he said, showing a mature, grounded outlook after years of relentless touring and releases.

Watch Oli Sykes Discuss Fatherhood and Music

Check out Oli’s candid chat on fatherhood, the future of the band, and what new music fans can expect from Bring Me The Horizon in this exclusive interview:

Bringing It All Together

Bring Me The Horizon fans have plenty to look forward to, whether it’s the upcoming 12-track ‘Nex Gen: Director’s Cut’ or whatever creative surprises Oli and the band have in store down the line. Balancing life’s new chapters with a love for music, Oli Sykes is proving that great art can come from embracing change and patience.

FAQ

• How many unreleased songs does Bring Me The Horizon have from the ‘Nex Gen’ sessions?
  Oli Sykes mentioned there are about 12 unreleased tracks that could be part of the ‘Director’s Cut’ album.
• Has fatherhood changed Oli Sykes’ approach to music?
  While it’s early, Oli feels less pressure and more balance, focusing on family but still passionate about music.
• What is the ‘Post Human’ series?
  It’s a string of albums starting with ‘Survival Horror’ in 2020, continuing with ‘Nex Gen,’ and planned to unfold over several future releases.
• Will there be a new album soon?
  The ‘Nex Gen: Director’s Cut’ is expected to arrive with new material, but the timing might be flexible to accommodate Oli’s family life.
• How was Bring Me The Horizon’s Reading 2025 performance received?
  Their set was lauded for impressive visuals, energy, and stage production—earning rave reviews and solidifying their rock icon status.

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