Cro-Mags Premiere First New Single In Six Years

NYC hardcore pioneers Cro-Mags have premiered their first new song in roughly six years, “Wired For Chaos.” The track shares its title with the 2024 documentary centered on the life of the band's vocalist and bassist Harley Flanagan. Speaking to Rolling Stone, Flanagan described the song's musical direction: “It comes in with an aggressive metal intro befitting a UFC walk-in or a video game, then bursts into a more traditional HC thrash vibe before returning to a heavy beatdown at the end in an unmistakable Cro-Mags style.” He also explained the personal themes behind the lyrics: “The song is literally about being programmed and wired for chaos from birth, not just by environment, but by parents, trauma, childhood experiences, and the resulting PTSD that I personally struggle with as a result.” The track arrives with a music video directed by Rex Miller. According to Flanagan, the footage highlights the unusually broad appeal of the band's audience: “I am proud to say that we are one of those few bands that bridge the gap between hardcore kids, metalheads, punks, skinheads, and more, as seen in the audience of this video, which was filmed at our shows on the past few tours. Not many bands have such a blended fan base besides Motörhead, and I am proud to say that we are following in that tradition.” Cro-Mags have also signed with BLKIIBLK for the release of their seventh studio album, which the band currently expects to arrive in 2027.