ALBUM REVIEW: EMN – Resurrect the Faithful

Every Mother’s Nightmare (EMN) is a hard rock/metal band from Memphis, Tennessee. Since 1987 they have released six albums that profoundly differ from one another. Each album tells a distinguished story of good times, wounded pasts, and overall life encounters. It has been recognized that the band simply writes what they live. My point is proved by their album ‘RESURRECT THE FAITHFUL,’ released in October of 2020. 

The album was recorded at Supernova Sound Memphis. It carries itself to be remarkably unique with a variety of guitars and booming rhythm segments. It brilliantly crosses musical boundaries. The lyrics include subject matters that will differ by the audience as it correlates to their personal lived situations. Each of the eleven songs takes on a soul of its own with pure rock bliss. 

The opening song, ‘Getaway,’ is considerably breezy, meeting the standards of alternative rock. The lyrics are notably brilliant. Sadly, GenZs aren’t into rock n’ roll; otherwise, this would have been in much higher demand. With heavy rock sounds, it comes off as ravishingly dead. I dig it. It’s the perfect door to this room of raw thoughts and rebellious tunes. 

The second song, ‘Breath,’ has a profound mid-tempo, feeling quite grungy. Though in my humble opinion, it was one of the weakest in the track. There’s nothing thoroughly wrong with this one other than it didn’t come out as effective. However, it was evident that the band had a deep connection with it. It’s meaningful to them; sadly, it just doesn’t pull out as strong as the other songs. It is the only song that I don’t entirely enjoy. This was the only negative thing I can point out about the band. 

The songs “Sin in My Heart” and “Here’s to the Ones” are much stronger, having more of a stoner rock vibe with slightly (yet notably) more of a groove. They open similar to Red Hot Chili Peppers or even an older song by Nirvana. Some parts of the melody and chorus feel almost comparable to pop music. 

Though the last two songs were memorable, by far, the very strongest of the entire album is “When It Goes Away.” It’s incredibly satisfying, and I found myself listening to it several times on repeat. It sounds warningly rebellious and ruggedly perfect. 

Halfway through the album is a game-changing twist, of which the mid-tempo drops and shows rather vibrant colors. The entire album is quite literally the inner thoughts and lives of the bandmates. I strongly encourage any fan of hard rock or metal head to listen to this album.