New Found Glory - Resurrection

1xLP on Coke Bottle Green Vinyl Bouncing back from their first lineup change since the band formed in 1997, New Found Glory return with Resurrection, an album of triumphant pop-punk that finds the band returning with a newfound sense of focus and confidence. Written after the band's tumultuous relationship with guitarist Steve Klein led to his ejection from the group, New Found Glory sound like anything but a band recovering from a tragic loss. Revitalized and refocused, New Found Glory tackle the ugly business of parting ways with pop-punk aplomb, pouring their energy into creating the quintessential break-up record. Rather than a sonic pity party fueled by torch songs, however, Resurrection is the kind of break-up album you dive into when you've decided you're finally over everything and ready to emerge into the sunlight once again. The band sounds vital and energetic, and while there's still a hint of sour grapes to be heard, all in all the album feels like a return to the basics. G