Malden, Massachusetts Oct 24, 2026 (Issuewire.com) - Heavy metal band B.F. Raid (Boston's Final Raid) announces the December 1, 2026 release of Within The Wine, a four-part concept EP that brings together four interconnected songs from the band's 2024 album Raided Again and its 2026 release Combat Zone. Available on vinyl, CD, and major streaming platforms, the EP presents these songs together in their intended narrative sequence for the first time.
Within The Wine is a story about the passage of time, the seductive nature of escapism, the consequences of excess, and the realization that growing older and growing up are two very different things.
Rather than approaching these themes through a single character or event, the EP unfolds across four chapters, moving from quiet reflection and the familiar surroundings of neighborhood bars to the increasingly destructive consequences of habitual behavior and, ultimately, a confrontation with one's own identity.
The story begins with "Within The Wine" (Part I), originally released on Raided Again in 2024. Through imagery of empty glasses, fading relationships, and time slipping away, the opening chapter establishes the emotional foundation of the narrative. What initially appears to offer comfort and escape gradually becomes a symbol of everything being lost.
"Divebar Allstars" (Part II), from 2026's Combat Zone, takes listeners into the world of neighborhood bars and their familiar cast of characters. The regulars, the stories, the unfulfilled ambitions, and the promises of a different tomorrow all become part of a seemingly endless cycle. As the years pass, the faces may change, but the patterns remain remarkably familiar.
In "Three Days Under" (Part III), also from Combat Zone, the consequences of that lifestyle become increasingly difficult to ignore. Using the language of a troubled romantic relationship, the song portrays the destructive hold of alcohol, the conflict between dependence and self-awareness, and the struggle to escape a cycle that continues despite its consequences.
The narrative reaches its conclusion with "The Day I Killed Brian Scott" (Part IV), the EP's most direct and unsettling chapter.
Despite its provocative title, the song is not about a literal killing. Brian Scott represents an immature, reckless, and self-destructive identity that has persisted long past its usefulness. His symbolic death represents the difficult decision to abandon irresponsible behavior and the habits that prevent someone from moving forward.
The conclusion is not intended as a simple declaration of redemption. Instead, it examines the uncomfortable realization that meaningful change sometimes requires confronting and leaving behind a familiar version of oneself.
Together, the four songs create a continuous narrative about choices, consequences, and the passage of time. Drawing on the characters, environments, and observations that have long influenced B.F. Raid's songwriting, Within The Wine explores experiences that are deeply human without presenting them as a personal confession.
Although the individual tracks have appeared on previous releases, their presentation as a complete concept EP provides a new perspective on the music. The final chapter brings the story full circle, giving listeners a different understanding of the events and themes introduced at the beginning.
With its December 1 release on vinyl, CD, and streaming, Within The Wine invites listeners to experience the four chapters in sequence, as one complete work.
Four songs. One story. A lifetime of consequences.
WITHIN THE WINE — TRACK LISTING
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Within The Wine (Part I)
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Divebar Allstars (Part II)
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Three Days Under (Part III)
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The Day I Killed Brian Scott (Part IV)
Release Date: December 1, 2026
Formats: Vinyl, CD, Digital/Streaming
Artist: B.F. Raid (Boston's Final Raid)
Genre: Heavy Metal
ABOUT B.F. RAID
Formed in 1981 just outside Boston, Massachusetts, B.F. Raid is a heavy metal band whose music combines powerful guitar-driven arrangements with narrative songwriting rooted in human experiences, memorable characters, and the darker realities of everyday life.
The band has maintained its connection to the Boston-area heavy metal scene while continuing to develop new material that reflects both its musical roots and evolving creative direction.
The current lineup features Bill Kotowski on vocals, Bruce Owens on guitar, keyboards, and mandolin, Matt "Moose" Howard on bass, and Jamie Forbes on drums.
Following the release of Raided Again in 2024 and Combat Zone in July 2026, Within The Wine represents another chapter in the band's commitment to storytelling through heavy metal.
Media Contact
B.F. Raid (Boston's Final Raid)/Brian Scott bruce@bfraid.com 617-658-3353 51 Pleasant St #245 Malden, MA, 02148 http://bfraid.com
