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CHRISTIAN ROCK RECAP WITH RYAN ADAMS
#37 - Heal The Hurt, Confessions of a Traitor, My Epic
NRT's rock reporter Ryan Adams highlights what's new in Christian rock and metal
 


CHRISTIAN ROCK RECAP WITH RYAN ADAMS, #37 - Heal The Hurt, Confessions of a Traitor, My Epic
Posted: May 29, 2024 | By: RyanAdams_NRT
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I recently moved to a big city with my family and have been attending a variety of local rock and metal shows. Something I've noticed is that there is a distinct difference in the moments after the show between Christian-based bands and mainstream. The former should leave you with a message of hope and love in godly brotherhood. The latter is primarily in it for entertainment (though still quite positive at times) and is not the same.
 
This is one of the reasons why I'm a big supporter of the Christian rock and metal scenes. I hope that this article series helps you discover more bands that can deliver the types of messages you want and need to hear in the songs. Here are some of the new songs and albums released in April 2024.
 
Heal The Hurt - "Withering"
 
I'm excited to introduce you to a new metalcore band: Heal The Hurt. Fronted by Trevor Tyson, an avid supporter of the Christian rock and metal community, Trevor has started a new band. The debut single, "Withering," is a song that tackles mental health and presents a shred of hope amid vulnerable, relatable songwriting. This song is a refreshing debut for the band and I hope we get more music from them soon.

 
 
Confessions of a Traitor - "Hail Mary"
 
Following an already heavy-hitting single, "Fatal Frame," the English metalcore band Confessions of a Traitor recently unleashed one of their most impactful and aggressive songs yet. "Hail Mary" is not what you might think based on the name alone--the song directly addresses and condemns abuse in the church. To add to the weight of the song, the singer from metalcore band Convictions, Michael Felker, adds his own intense screams to the mix. The result is an impressive and heart-wrenching metalcore song that highlights Confessions of a Traitor as experts in the scene and tackles a hushed topic.

 

My Epic - "North Star"
 
It's no secret that I'm a big fan of Facedown Records and any band attached. My Epic was a long-time signed band but recently they made a big change--the post-hardcore group is going to release their fourth studio album through Tooth and Nail Records. The album, Loriella, will release on June 28. The lead single, North Star," is accompanied with a great, narrative music video. The song encourages us to embrace change in our lives and reflect on our past--seeing how it can improve ourselves and those around us. It is an emotive song, and I'm excited to see how it interacts with the rest of the record as a whole.

 

Listen to these new releases on our New Christian Rock Playlist and New Christian Metal Playlist on Spotify and Apple MusicCheck out both playlists and consider giving them a follow and share. I hope you find some new artists and bands that you will love.

Other Christian Rock/Metal EPs or Albums

Listen To Spotify Rock Playlist | Listen To Spotify Metal PlaylistListen To Apple Music Rock Playlist | Listen to Apple Music Metal Playlist
  • Scapegoat - Skirmishes of Existence and Expiration
  • Sight Recieved - Bones
Other Christian Rock/Metal Singles

Listen To Spotify Rock Playlist 
| Listen To Spotify Metal Playlist Listen To Apple Music Rock Playlist
  • Manafest - "Learning How To Be Human"
  • Thousand Foot Krutch - "Be Somebody - Reignited"
  • P.O.D. - "Lies We Tell Ourselves"
  • Remedy Drive - "Real Life"
  • UnWorthy - "This Present Darkness"
Previous Christian Rock Recap Editions
#36 - Convictions, Meet Your Maker, Tierra Vacia
#35 - Meadows, Spoken, Diamonds to Dust

Ryan Adams lives in Las Vegas with his family and spoiled rotten dog. He is an avid supporter of the Christian rock and metal scenes.

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