New Model Army’s Justin Sullivan On “Unbroken,” U.S. Touring Plans& More — “Paltrocast” Exclusive

Known for their unique blend of punk rock, post-punk, folk, alternative rock and all kinds of musical sub-cultures, New Model Army refuses to belong to any club or style. Formed in Bradford in 1980, the band’s lineup has changed over the years, with Justin Sullivan being the constant and central figure. New Model Army’s music often addresses themes related to social and political issues, personal struggles, and the human condition, making them a significant presence in the alternative rock and post-punk music scenes. Its 2019 studio album From Here hit the #13 spot on the UK Album chart and #6 on German Album chart. The group’s 2023 live album Sinfonia hit #1 on the UK and German Video Charts, notably making it the highest charting album in the band’s history.

Written and recorded over quite a long period of time — with the process interrupted by both the delayed 40th Anniversary shows and the Sinfonia live orchestral project — Unbroken is a quintessential New Model Army album. Full of guitars but with the emphasis, as…