KINDA HARD Lyrics & Tracklist – Bilmuri, Jeremy McKinnon & Collaborators

Album Information

KINDA HARD is a studio album by American alternative rock project Bilmuri, the solo-driven band led by musician, singer, and producer Johnny Franck. The album was released in 2026 through Columbia Records and represents another stylistically diverse entry in Bilmuri’s catalog. Known for blending elements from multiple genres, the project continues its tradition of combining alternative rock, metal, pop melodies, and experimental production choices.

The album follows Bilmuri’s previous releases and maintains the project’s reputation for unpredictable songwriting, humorous aesthetics, and genre-bending sound design. Across thirteen tracks, the record moves between heavy guitar-driven passages, melodic hooks, and modern production techniques that mix rock instrumentation with contemporary influences.

Release and Background

KINDA HARD was announced in early 2026 as the follow-up to Bilmuri’s earlier work and was scheduled for release on April 10, 2026. Ahead of the album’s arrival, several songs were issued as singles, including “MORE THAN HATE,” “HARD2TELL,” and “TWICE.” These tracks provided an early glimpse into the album’s energetic sound and genre-blending style.

The single “ALWAYS LET YOU DOWN”, released on March 13, 2026, features a collaboration with members of the band A Day To Remember, including vocalist Jeremy McKinnon. The album rollout also generated speculation regarding additional guest appearances, as Bilmuri had previously worked in the studio with several artists from the modern alternative and metalcore scenes.

The record contains thirteen tracks and was produced with a focus on creative experimentation, blending distorted guitars, melodic vocals, and unexpected musical elements such as pop-influenced structures and instrumental flourishes.

Musical Style

The musical direction of KINDA HARD continues Bilmuri’s hybrid approach to songwriting. The album merges alternative rock with metalcore influences while also incorporating pop, electronic production textures, and occasional country-style melodic elements. This eclectic style reflects Johnny Franck’s background as both a guitarist and producer.

Throughout the album, songs shift between heavy riffs, upbeat hooks, and atmospheric passages. Tracks like “TWICE” emphasize melodic rock arrangements with prominent guitar work, while other songs balance humor and emotional themes through dynamic production and layered instrumentation.

The project’s unconventional song titles and stylistic shifts contribute to its distinctive identity within the modern alternative rock landscape.

Tracklist

1. KINDA HARD
2. TWICE
3. WORST PART OF YOU
4. ROCK BOTTOM
5. MORE THAN HATE
6. HARD2TELL
7. WHERE TO FIND ME
8. ST4RF1SH SPR34DR
9. SHYT FYST
10. ALWAYS LET YOU DOWN
11. BACK, THEN
12. HONEST
13. WAVES

Credits

Primary Artist: Bilmuri (Johnny Franck)

Featured and Collaborating Artists: Jeremy McKinnon (A Day To Remember), members of A Day To Remember, additional collaborators from the alternative rock and metal scene.

Songwriting: Johnny Franck

Production: Johnny Franck, Jameson Roper

Label: Columbia Records

Recording Project: Bilmuri

Genre: Alternative Rock, Alternative Metal, Experimental Rock

Release Year: 2026