Final Production by the Late, Great Chris Tsangarides

With its first week at radio in North America, the MORE – Destructor album debuts at #2 Most Added on both the NACC HEAVY 30 and Metal Contraband Chart while entering the chart itself at MCC at #44, as the road to redemption for the band MORE continues. Bassist Baz Nicholls reflects. “It has been a long journey since the heady days of “Warhead“and “Blood and Thunder,” but the entity that is MORE lives on. There have been many trials to overcome along the way, including the passing of three band members. The turning point came when Chris Tsangarides joined the band, bringing a new sense of optimism and purpose. The magic Chris brought, with his wizardry recording skills and vision, is evident in this production, and MORE has maintained that same integrity to have it as heavy and crushing as he intended. MORE are proud to present Chris Tsangarides’ last work, “DESTRUCTOR”.

Forged in London in 1979 (originally under the name Defender), MORE quickly became part of the second wave of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal. Their first two albums, Warhead (1981) and Blood & Thunder (1982), captured the raw energy and unbridled ambition of the era.

Through lineup changes, internal clashes, and the shifting tides of the music industry, MORE endured. Guitarist Laurie Mansworth went on to form Airrace; bassist Baz Nicholls remained a key figure; vocalist slots rotated between Paul Mario Day, Mick Stratton, and, later, Mike Freeland.

As of 2025, MORE’s lineup features:
• Baz Nicholls (bass)
• Peter Welsh (guitar)
• Steve Rix (drums)
• Mike Freeland (vocals)

Together, they carry forward a vision that honors the fierce spirit of NWOBHM while embracing fresh dynamics, darker atmospheres, and expansive songwriting.