Vultures (EP)

Vultures is the third extended play from Disciple. They released the EP on September 25, 2015, independently.

Vultures
EP by
Disciple
ReleasedSeptember 25, 2015 (2015-09-25)
GenreChristian metal, alternative metal, Southern metal
Length21:03
LabelIndependent
ProducerMatt Arcaini
Disciple chronology
Attack
(2014)		 Vultures
(2015)		 Live in Denmark
(2016)

Background

While working on the album Attack, the band wrote many songs, including the six songs on this EP. They did not include these songs on the album, claiming that they did not thematically complement the album.[1]

In an interview, lead singer Kevin Young stated that the song "Bring the Dead to Life" was written by Jason Wilkes. The story behind the song was that Wilkes' friend saw his former band's deceased drummer, Scotty Lockridge, in her dream. Wilkes went on to write this song, dedicating it to Lockridge.[2]

Critical reception
Professional ratings
Review scores
SourceRating
The Christian Beat4.8/5[3]
Jesus Freak Hideout[4]
Jesus Wired94/100[5]
New Release Today[6]

Awarding the EP four and a half stars for New Release Today, Mary Nikkel states, "Vultures is set apart from the spiritually empowering fight songs found on Attack by its brooding edge, drawing out the midnights of the soul in order to declare the presence of Christ's grace in even the darkest moments."[6] Christopher Smith, giving the EP four stars at Jesus Freak Hideout, writes, "Like Attack, all the elements that make a high caliber rock album are present on Vultures." Rating the EP a 4.8 out of five from The Christian Beat, Chris Major says, "Vultures is as well-produced as any other Disciple record and perfectly complements their iconic collection."[3] Stephanie Crail, rating the album a 94 percent for Jesus Wired, says, "Vultures is yet another remarkable album in an already impressive career, and only serves as further proof that Disciple is well deserving of their place in the realm of Christian rock."[5]

Track listing
No.TitleLyricsMusicLength
1."Sayonara"Kevin YoungTrent Reiff, Josiah Prince, Andrew Stanton, Young2:57
2."Snooze"Young, Jason WilkesWilkes, Prince, Young2:49
3."Awakening"YoungStanton3:48
4."More"Young, WilkesStanton3:12
5."Bring the Dead to Life"Young, WilkesWilkes3:49
6."Breaking Down"YoungYoung, Prince4:28
Total length:21:03


Credits

The Band

  • Kevin Young - vocals
  • Andrew Stanton - lead guitar
  • Josiah Prince - rhythm guitar, programming
  • Joey West - drums, artwork, layout

Production

  • Matt Arcaini - producer, engineering, bass
  • Ainslie Grosser - mixing
  • Dan Shike - mastering
  • Fred Williams - programming
  • John DeNosky - digital editing

Charts
Chart (2015) Peak
position
US Christian Albums (Billboard)[7] 49

References
  1. "Disciple Releases Vultures EP". www.newreleasetoday.com. Retrieved 2016-10-08.
  2. "#749 - "Bring the Dead to Life" by Disciple". www.newreleasetoday.com. Retrieved 2016-10-08.
  3. Major, Chris (October 24, 2015). "Disciple Outperforms Itself With "Vultures" EP". The Christian Beat. Retrieved October 28, 2015.
  4. Smith, Christopher (September 26, 2015). "Disciple, "Vultures EP" Review". Jesus Freak Hideout. Retrieved September 18, 2015.
  5. Crail, Stephanie (12 February 2016). "Disciple's "Vultures" Descends Upon Christian Rock Fans". Jesus Wired. Retrieved March 1, 2016.
  6. Nikkel, Mary (September 25, 2015). "Life From Death". New Release Tuesday. Retrieved September 28, 2015.
  7. "Disciple Album & Song Chart History". Billboard Christian Albums. Retrieved October 9, 2015.
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