JUSTIN BENLOLO (BRKN LOVE): “We Got To Record Using Dave [Grohl] And Taylor [Hawkins’] Drum Set”

BRKN LOVE band photo by Tommy Krause
Courtesy of Spinefarm Records, Photo by Tommy Krause

BRKN LOVE are a garage / hard rock band that was formed by guitarist and lead vocalist Justin Benlolo. Born and raised in Toronto, Canada, his uncle got him into rock ‘n’ roll, where he was introduced to bands such as Kiss, AC/DC, and Led Zeppelin. After discovering his true calling for music, he dropped out of school at age 16, and moved to New York City, with hopes of getting a record deal. His dream became a reality when Spinefarm Records signed his band after a New York showcase. Believing there’s still an audience out there for rock music, Benlolo’s goal is to create rock music for the masses that’s not macho and slick, but edgy enough for the punks. BRKN LOVE already have two studio albums under their belt, their 2020 self-titled album and Black Box (2022).

Lana Teramae of Metal Express Radio had a chat with Benlolo about the band’s upcoming album, The Program (2025). They also discussed recording in the Foo Fighters’ studio, the spontaneity of playing live, his cool tattoos, and more!

The Program will be released on March 28, 2025 through Spinefarm Records!

Band Lineup

Justin Benlolo – guitars and lead vocals
Kyle Duke – guitars
Nick Katz – bass guitar

Check out the music video for “Pulling Leeches” from BRKN LOVE’s The Program!

Author

  • Lana Teramae

    Lana is a reviewer at Metal Express Radio from Honolulu, Hawaii. She's always had a passion for music, but she didn't get into Hard Rock and Heavy Metal music until she discovered Rick Allen's story in the summer of 2019. She was inspired by his determination to play drums for Def Leppard again after losing his left arm in a car accident. From there, her tastes expanded to other bands such as AC/DC, Bon Jovi, Metallica, Judas Priest, Saxon, Cinderella, and Overkill. Aside from listening to music, she loves watching YouTube and writing on her personal blog.

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