Cody Frost Sharpens the Edge with the Explosive 'VIOLENCE'

Burnley-born polymath Cody Frost—musician, illustrator, and tattoo artist—has returned with the ferocious new single, ‘VIOLENCE,’ a track that doesn’t just push boundaries but obliterates them. Following the atmospheric groundwork laid by previous singles like ‘SOMETIMESICAN’TFEELATHING’ and ‘NATURAL SELECTION,’ ‘VIOLENCE’ lands as a definitive, uncompromising statement, confirming Frost’s place as one of the UK’s most essential voices in alternative music.

The track showcases Frost’s signature genre-defying sound, successfully merging raw, industrial-tinged aggression with a melodic sensibility that keeps the emotional core front and center. Sonically, it’s an immediate gut-punch, built on explosive energy that perfectly mirrors its thematic intensity. What truly elevates the single is the emotionally charged vocal performance; Frost channels pure, confrontational rage and discomfort into every note, cutting deep both musically and lyrically.

Lyrically, ‘VIOLENCE’ tackles profound and necessary subject matter: objectification, the invasion of unwanted touch, and the desperate urge for personal autonomy. As Frost describes it, the song is a direct response to these violations, exploring "discomfort, rage, and the urge to reclaim space, identity, and autonomy.” This reclamation is palpable throughout the track—it serves not just as a catharsis, but as a rallying cry, transforming deeply personal experiences into a universally powerful anthem about drawing firm lines and fighting back.

Since the release of their 2021 debut EP, ‘IT’S NOT REAL’, Frost has built a formidable reputation backed by millions of streams and critical praise from outlets like BBC Radio 1, Kerrang!, and Billboard. Their willingness to collaborate across the alternative spectrum—working with names like Enter Shikari, Debbie Gough (Heriot), and You Me At Six—demonstrates an artist unafraid to explore the full breadth of the scene. This multidisciplinary approach, extending to their work as a tattooist and illustrator, enriches their musical output, lending it a rare sense of authenticity and visual edge.

With ‘VIOLENCE,’ Cody Frost has delivered a raw, vital, and undeniably powerful piece of music. It is a track that demands attention, not only for its explosive sound but for its unflinching lyrical honesty. It serves as a stark warning and a compelling reason why Cody Frost is an artist to watch closely as we head into 2026. Fans will have the chance to experience this energy live at The Courtyard Theatre, London on December 10th.