November 13, 2025

Bearings Talk “Comfort Company”, Turning 30, and Finding Their Sound Again

32 minutes

Collin Hanes from Bearings joins OurSpace to talk all about the band’s brand-new album Comfort Company (out November 7). We dig into what makes this record their most natural-sounding yet, how the songwriting process has evolved, and why embracing imperfection gave the album its character.

We also chat about getting older in the scene, the Menzingers’ influence, and how Derrick from State Champs ended up on the track “Float Away.”

If you’re into emo, alt rock, or pop punk that grows up without losing its heart, you’ll love this conversation.

⏱️ Timestamps:

00:00 – Intro

01:15 – Writing Comfort Company across Canada and LA

06:40 – The meaning behind the album title

10:25 – Why this record feels more raw and natural

15:55 – Turning 30 and the nostalgia that comes with it

21:10 – How “Float Away” came together with Derrick from State Champs

27:45 – The Menzingers influence and embracing realism

33:20 – Room 21 Studios and the making of the record

38:00 – What’s next for Bearings

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