MORE is a British heavy metal band that emerged from the New Wave of British Heavy Metal (NWOBHM) scene, originally formed in London in 1979. The band built its reputation early on with Warhead (1981) and Blood & Thunder (1982), even touring alongside Iron Maiden during the Killers era and appearing at Monsters of Rock.

After decades of lineup changes and industry shifts, MORE returns with Destructor, their long-awaited third album. What makes this release especially significant is that it serves as the final production from legendary producer Chris Tsangarides, whose work with bands like Judas Priest and Helloween helped shape heavy metal as a genre. The album itself was actually recorded years ago, with final mixes completed just before his passing in 2017 and later rediscovered and finished in 2025.

That history matters, because Destructor doesn’t feel like a modern reinvention; it feels like a preserved moment in time, delivered years later with all the grit, power, and authenticity that defined the band’s original era. Check out the full track by track review below!

Track by Track

Hearts On Fire


“Hearts On Fire” opens the album exactly as intended by Tsangarides, who specifically chose it as the lead track. The song carries emotional weight beyond typical metal themes, focusing on resilience and humanity, particularly in the face of illness and adversity. It sets the tone with urgency while still grounding the album in something real.

Rocquiem


“Rocquiem” leans into a darker, almost theatrical tone. As one of the early singles tied to the album rollout, it represents the band’s ability to blend classic heavy metal structure with a more dramatic atmosphere, keeping things rooted in their NWOBHM identity while still sounding fresh.

Scream
“Scream” brings the raw, aggressive energy that defines More at their core. It strips things back to intensity and release, leaning into the band’s long-established style of direct, riff-driven heavy metal.

New World
“New World” stands out as one of the more accessible and powerful tracks on the album, described as especially “catchy” while still maintaining its heavy edge. It balances melody with force, making it one of the album’s more immediate standouts.

Destructor
The title track is a straight-up hard rock and metal centerpiece. It embodies the album’s overall identity, delivering a heavy, no-frills approach that feels like a statement of purpose from a band that has been doing this for decades.

Spirits of War


“Spirits of War” became a clear fan favorite even before release, with live audiences reportedly joining in on its chant-style chorus. That energy translates into the recording, making it one of the album’s most anthemic and crowd-driven moments.

Immortal
“Immortal” leans into that same anthem-driven style, with a chorus that feels built for live performance. It has already been noted as a potential standout for shows, thanks to its strong, fist-raising energy.

My Obsession
“My Obsession” takes a slightly different turn, though not entirely successfully. Some critics have pointed to it as one of the weaker moments on the album, feeling more generic compared to the stronger tracks surrounding it.

Wolf Behind Your Eyes
This track stands out as one of the album’s strongest overall. It highlights More’s ability to combine melody with heavy instrumentation, showcasing the band’s signature sound through strong guitar work and structure.

More
Closing the album, “More” acts as both a statement and a continuation. It reinforces the idea that this band is not simply revisiting the past, but still actively contributing to the genre decades later.

Final Thoughts

Destructor is more than just a comeback album; it’s a time capsule with real weight behind it. Between its origins as Chris Tsangarides’ final production and its roots in the NWOBHM movement, the album carries both historical significance and genuine musical impact.

Rather than chasing modern trends, MORE leans fully into what they’ve always done best; tight riffs, strong choruses, and a no-nonsense heavy metal foundation. The result is an album that feels authentic, lived-in, and earned, proving that More is still a relevant force in metal, not just a legacy act.

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