Senses Fail - The Importance of The Moment of Death

 I first came across Senses Fail in High School. They had an EP out called "From The Depths of Dreams." It had a generic emo/ pop punk sound that I wasn't big on. A few songs were catchy and stuck with me. So when they put out their first full length "Let It Enfold You" I decided to have a listen. It was more of the same, except exaggeratedly so. I essentially dismissed the band after giving up on the record.

It wasn't until recently that Senses Fail caught my ear again, while listening to Pandora (Brand New Radio). The song was called "Can't Be Saved." It was engaging and held my interest long enough for me to take notice. When I realized that it was Senses Fail and that the song came from the record that followed "Let It Enfold You" I decided to give the band another chance. I'm glad that I did. The band ventured away from their mostly pedestrian take on third-wave emo and actually developed a heavier sound that seems to suit them well.

Senses Fail are set to release their sixth full length, "Pull The Thorns From Your Heart." The band has diversified their approach with each album. But with their latest single "The Importance of The Moment of Death" the band displays a completely dissociative sound. The song is stripped back, featuring a driving riff and an overall punk rock approach. Senses Fail seem bent on reinventing themselves, which can be risky for a band as well established as they are. However, if what we have so far is any indication, it's hard not to be excited about the new record and the new direction.