Emery – I Am Only a Man
This new release that dropped yesterday is a lighter side of Emery that I haven’t heard before. Their last 2 CDs that consisted of beautifully melodic voices mixed with screaming harmonies and accompanied with a good, alternative style of rock-n-roll. The new CD, while it remembers much of the old style, is quieter and softer and on music side, and there simply isn’t as much screaming. That isn’t really a good or a bad thing, it is simply an observation. Emery’s previous style of mixing the melodies and loud screaming was what attracted me to them, much like the popular sound of Anberlin.
I am pleased with the growth of this new sound that Emery has and happy to see them expand. The first 2 songs grab you with the traditional Emery sound, then a whole new sound takes over for the next 2 songs and the switchback continues throughout the entire CD.
Also, right now Amazon has the CD selling for at $1 cheaper than iTunes. Check out this link to download the full CD in MP3 format.
Lyrically, Emery is just the same as always. Strong, yet quiet, Christian Lyrics.
Type: Alternative/Modern Rock
Lyrics: B
Sound: B+
Song Diversity: B+
Overall Rating: B+