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Confessions Of A Church Kid isRachel DeLong's debut full-length album and easily her most personal project to date. Released on 29 May 2026, the nine-track collection explores the highs and lows of growing up in church, ultimately discovering that true identity is found in Christ rather than in performance or trying to appear "good enough."
Is guitar music on its way back? As Arctic Monkeys frontman Alex Turner famously declared during a Brit Awards speech, "Rock 'n' roll might fade away at times, but it will never die." Judging by several releases over the past six months, I'd say he was...
Read More Confessions Of A Church Kid isRachel DeLong's debut full-length album and easily her most personal project to date. Released on 29 May 2026, the nine-track collection explores the highs and lows of growing up in church, ultimately discovering that true identity is found in Christ rather than in performance or trying to appear "good enough."
Is guitar music on its way back? As Arctic Monkeys frontman Alex Turner famously declared during a Brit Awards speech, "Rock 'n' roll might fade away at times, but it will never die." Judging by several releases over the past six months, I'd say he was right.
The album bursts into life with Oh My Dear, whose driving guitars and soaring chorus make for a superb opening. It immediately sets the tone for what's to come.
Neighbor opens with a gritty indie-rock feel before exploding into pop-punk at its finest. The pounding drums, tight guitar work and infectious harmonies combine to create one of the album's catchiest moments.
The overarching theme of the album is Rachel's experience of growing up in church. What makes Confessions Of A Church Kid so refreshing is her honesty. She doesn't shy away from either the joys or the struggles, making these songs feel authentic and relatable. Listening to That's Me, I couldn't help but hear echoes of Pink in Rachel's vocal style. It's a wonderful performance that showcases both confidence and vulnerability.
Dopamine takes the album in a slightly different direction. It's heavier and more intense, but the musicianship throughout the track is exceptional. Songs like this demonstrate Rachel's versatility and are sure to win her plenty of new fans.
At its heart, this is a rock and pop-punk album, but Rachel isn't afraid to broaden the sound. Tracks such as Confessions weave in more melodic pop influences without ever losing the energy that runs through the record.
Clocking in at just 27 minutes, the album races by. It bursts into life and is over before you know it, making it one you'll want to play again immediately. But if you really want to hear the full quality of Rachel DeLong's vocals, make sure you stay for the closing track, Picture of Heaven. It catches you completely off guard with its beauty and emotion. For me, there's something genuinely special about the way this album ends.
I love the energy of this record and the strength of Rachel's vocals, but what impressed me most is the songwriting. Confessions Of A Church Kid isn't simply a collection of pop-punk songs; it's a creative, honest and thoughtfully crafted album that highlights Rachel DeLong as both an outstanding songwriter and an artist with a very bright future.
LTTM Rating 5 Out of 5 Stars
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