While there’s always pressure for artists upon their first release, there’s even more when it comes to the follow-up. In a way, it’s an effort to prove that the first album wasn’t a fluke and that the musician can once again create something mesmerizing, whether it’s similar or completely different in sound. New Jersey post hardcore outfit Chasing Safety faced a similar dilemma as their debut album, Season of the Dead was a beloved darling, garnering much praise and garnering anticipation for a follow-up. After a somewhat lengthy hiatus, the band is back from the dead gearing up to release their sophomore album Nomad via the newly formed Outerloop Group. The underlying question remains, did the hiatus affect the band too much or will they be able to shake off the rust and live up to the well received debut proving to fans and critics they didn’t succumb to the dreaded sophomore slump?

 

Sample Chasing Safety's music and read the full review HERE.

 

 

Editor's Note: Photo courtesy of Chasing Safety's Facebook page.