Kingston’s two-time JUNO Award winning rock band, The Glorious Sons, unveiled their newest single titled “Mercy Mercy” this week (video below).
The song, released in collaboration with Warner Music Canada, combines elements of familiarity and innovation to showcase the band’s distinct sonic style and poignant lyrics, while highlighting their anthemic and ambitious nature. The single is now available for streaming on major platforms and has hit the airwaves.
Lead singer and songwriter, Brett Emmons, describes “Mercy Mercy” as a personal and introspective prayer. The song encapsulates his struggle to navigate a complex process of self-forgiveness and acceptance. Emmons provides listeners with a glimpse into his inner thoughts, acknowledging the potential humor or concern that may arise from them. A friend once remarked that the band’s upcoming album resembles someone engaged in a mental battle with themselves. Within this context, Emmons believes “Mercy Mercy” embodies faith in oneself and in the future, despite the enduring presence of the past.
The song delves into the depths of the human experience, exploring themes of redemption, vulnerability, and unwavering pursuit of personal growth. With its rousing chorus and profound artistic contributions, “Mercy Mercy” takes listeners on a sonic journey that demands their attention.
Originating from Kingston, Ontario, The Glorious Sons have consistently pushed the boundaries of modern rock music by infusing it with deeply personal yet universally relatable elements. Their previous releases have garnered critical acclaim and achieved commercial success, resulting in multiple JUNO Awards, sold-out tours, and a devoted global fanbase.
The Glorious Sons’ hit single “S.O.S. (Sawed Off Shotgun),” featured on their acclaimed 2017 JUNO Award-winning album “Young Beauties and Fools,” achieved remarkable success. The track soared to the number one position on the U.S. Mainstream Rock chart, maintaining its reign for an impressive four consecutive weeks. Moreover, it secured the top spot as the most played song on U.S. Rock radio and held the title of the most played CanCon song on Canadian Rock Radio throughout 2019. Additionally, “S.O.S. (Sawed Off Shotgun)” dominated the Active Rock chart in Canada, remaining at number one for a remarkable ten consecutive weeks and making history by spending an astounding 64 weeks on the Canadian Rock Radio Chart.
Continuing their triumphs, The Glorious Sons released their third full-length studio album, “A War On Everything,” which garnered international acclaim. The album, hailed as one of Classic Rock UK’s Albums of the Year, produced a string of hits. The lead single, “Panic Attack,” achieved the band’s second consecutive number one on the U.S. charts and also claimed the top spot in their home country, where it remained at number one for an impressive ten consecutive weeks. Furthermore, the album’s second single, “Kingdom In My Heart,” solidified The Glorious Sons’ success, becoming their third consecutive number one and marking their twelfth consecutive Top 10 radio hit in Canada.
“Mercy Mercy” represents a significant milestone in the band’s career and serves as the lead track from their upcoming fourth studio album, titled “Glory,” which is set to be released this fall.
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