BONNIE AND THE JETS II

Part 2 of the trilogy

Story by Matthew Murray

30/10/2025

Bonnie and the Jets release their stunning new album ‘II’, blending anthemic power with raw honesty. Reinvention never sounded this good.

After months in the studio and a series of powerful singles, soul-rock band Bonnie and the Jets have released their second full-length album ‘II’, which marks a bold new chapter for the band. It explores important themes such as karma, identity, and reinvention. Rooted in their signature soul-rock sound – with vintage warmth and a forward-thinking edge – the album blends soaring anthems with intimate, emotionally charged moments. The result is a sound that feels both timeless and innovative. The record features brilliant guest appearances from Marius Lien & Stian Carstensen, capturing the feel of their Norwegian roots. ‘II’ is the second album in their planned interconnected trilogy (With the third instalment arriving in 2026!) and Bonnie describes how "This album is a kind of journey through the past couple of years; both personally and musically, it’s about shifting, letting go, rebuilding... we’ve gone deeper, taken more risks, and tried to be as honest as possible. Reinvention has been a key part of that.” With singles like ‘House of Creation’, and ‘Naked’ the band has already offered a glimpse into the emotional and sonic landscape of ‘II’ – where big choruses meet raw vulnerability and nerve, and ‘Diamonds & Gold’ is a superb reminder of that incredible style! With ‘II’, the band embraces both evolution and reflection, it represents not just a continuation, but a reinvention – musically, emotionally, and creatively. ‘Diamonds & Gold’ is a powerful yet intimate song about self-respect and self-worth. It reflects on what we choose to value in ourselves in a world that often shouts loudest about superficial ideals. Bonnie describes the emotional core of the song, revealing how “We wanted to create a song that feels both strong and personal, something that reminds you of your own worth, no matter what you're going through.” The track continues the band’s signature blend of soul and rock, and it was recorded at Lekerommet Studio, Oslo in the winter of 2024. This second full-length album ‘II’ was released digitally on October 17th, and also available in physical formats, both vinyl and CD. ‘II’ will be celebrated with performances at Dark Season Blues in Svalbard, the week after the digital launch. Bonnie and the Jets are: Vocals: Caroline “Bonnie” Bonnet, Guitar: Dagfin Hjorth Hovind, Drums: Alf Magne Hillestad, Keys: Kristian Wentzel, Bass guitar: Haldor Haug Knutsen, Backing vocals: Johanna Dahl Bryne Fans of Mother`s Finest, Blues Pills, Led Zeppelin and Alanis Morisette will love it.