Grade 2 Share New Single “Better Today” Ahead Of Talk About It
Isle of Wight punk trio Grade 2 have released their new single “Better Today”, offering another glimpse into their forthcoming fourth album Talk About It, due out April 3 via Hellcat Records.
The track explores the difficult impact depression can have on relationships while also reflecting on the fragile but hopeful process of recovery. Built around the band’s sharp, melodic punk style, “Better Today” contrasts moments of personal collapse with the gradual rebuilding that follows.
Guitarist Jack Chatfield explains that the song reflects on both accountability and growth, highlighting the emotional fallout of struggling with mental health while trying to maintain relationships.
A Defining Moment For The Band
Formed over a decade ago as school friends, bassist Sid Ryan, guitarist Jack Chatfield, and drummer Jacob Hull have steadily carved out a reputation for honest songwriting and relentless touring.
Their upcoming album Talk About It captures a pivotal period for the band. The record reflects years spent navigating the realities of life on the road while maintaining connections back home — experiences that have shaped both their outlook and their songwriting.
New Album ‘Talk About It’ Out April 3 via Hellcat Records
Across the album’s eleven tracks, Grade 2 channel those moments into direct, emotionally grounded punk songs that balance grit with melody. It’s a record that speaks to endurance and evolution, built from real-life struggles and hard-earned progress.
Talk About It Tracklist
- Cut Throat
- Hanging Onto You
- Standing In The Downpour
- Better Today
- Talk About It
- Don’t Worry About Me
- Crash And Burn
- Smugglers Haven
- Rotten
- Wasteland
- Otherside
2026 Tour Dates
20.03 – The Deers Head – Belfast
21.03 – Lost Lane – Dublin
28.03 – The Bodega Social Club – Nottingham
29.03 – The Key Club – Leeds
30.03 – The Deaf Institute – Manchester
31.03 – The Garage Attic – Glasgow
01.04 – Exchange – Bristol
03.04 – O2 Academy Islington – London
04.04 – Strings – Isle Of Wight
25.04 – Zakk – Dusseldorf, Germany
26.04 – Don’t Panic – Essen, Germany
27.04 – Hansa39 – Munich, Germany
29.04 – Arena Wien – Vienna, Austria
30.04 – F-Haus – Jena, Germany
01.05 – BETA Club – Copenhagen, Denmark
02.05 – Bahnhof Pauli – Hamburg, Germany
03.05 – Mikropol – Berlin, Germany
06.05 – Paradiso – Amsterdam, Netherlands
07.05 – Hall Of Fame – Tilburg, Netherlands
18.06 – Graspop Metal Meeting – Belgium
20.06 – Letzigrund Stadium – Zurich, Switzerland
The tickets are available via the band’s Website.
