UNREST is comprised of 12 songs that collectively push the sonic boundaries of the band outwards in numerous directions while still maintaining a strong foothold on our melodic punk-hardcore roots. The production on the record is a massive leap forward compared to previous releases and it is widely apparent that we took our time trying to get this release right after you give it a listen. UNREST clocks in at 24 minutes and 37 seconds listening time and is packed with everything you'd expect from a follow up to Discontent... hard hitting, no-nonsense, lean punk/hardcore songs that take you on a roller coaster ride of tempos, emotions, and lyrical themes. It's political. It's personal. It's both introspective and a commentary on the surroundings we're submerged into on a daily basis. Overall, it's a collective document for how we view the world we're living in, our designated place in it, and, despite how grim and dismal the outlook may be at this moment, UNREST is a declaration of how we can all work together to make this life better in the present moment and to leave a better world for those yet to come after we're gone. - xxx SPIRITS
As with all of our previous releases, the packaging for the vinyl release of UNREST is unique and will definitely catch your eye if you have a liking for packaging design and an intricate layout. The LP Jacket is diecut so that the front of the record acts as an empty picture frame, allowing for the lyric insert (a 12x24" double sided insert) to be placed into the jacket as one of four 'portraits' on the lyric sheet. Each portrait has a twist on the misrepresentation of the American dream and the things we're taught from a young age to aspire to and value simply because society has dictated as such.
Vinyl version includes digital download.
Artwork layout/design was handled by Doug Dean from Pittsburgh, PA.
Mixed at God City Studio in Salem, MA by Kurt Ballou.
Mastering was handled by Brad Boatright at Audiosiege.
For fans of: BATTERY / GO IT ALONE / HAVE HEART
Track Listing:
01. Human Credential
02. Fearful Symmetry
03. Osu
04. The Syndicate
05. Adopt Dont Shop
06. Unruhe
07. Eyes of Love
08. Cerulean Blue
09. Learn The Hard Way
10. Anesthetized
11. El Mundo Gira
12. OR7