Bullet For My Valentine, often abbreviated as BFMV, is a Welsh heavy metal band that has become a staple of the international hard rock scene. Formed in the year 1998 in Bridgend, Wales, the group originally started under the name Jeff Killed John but underwent a shift in music direction and rebranded to their current moniker. The band currently consists of Matt Tuck as the lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist, Michael 'Padge' Paget as the lead guitarist, Jamie Mathias as the bassist, and Jason Bowld as the drummer. They are known for their intense blend of heavy metal and hard rock with elements of metalcore, which has won them a dedicated fanbase around the world.

With their career spanning over two decades, Bullet For My Valentine has released several influential albums and earned a reputation for their deeply passionate music and explosive live performances. Their discography includes hit albums such as 'The Poison' (2005), 'Scream Aim Fire' (2008), and 'Fever' (2010), with recent releases including the self-titled 'Bullet For My Valentine' in 2021. This album delved into heavier and darker tones, showcasing the band's willingness to continually evolve their sound. Singles like "Knives," "Shatter," and "Parasite" underline their commitment to ferocious riffs and emotionally-charged lyrical content, while "Halo" and its various iterations reveal their ability to experiment within their genre. With each release, Bullet For My Valentine cements their status as titans within the metal community, consistently pushing the boundaries of their music and engaging with a wide spectrum of metal aficionados.

Genres

Alternative Metal

Melodic Metalcore

Nu Metal

Post-grunge

Uk Metalcore

Welsh Metal

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Latest Release

Halo (Urbandawn Remix)

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Bullet For My Valentine

Single - Released August 25, 2023