Employee of the Month EP cover

Employee of the Month EP

Relient K · 2002

21 min · 6 tracks · alternative rock

Catchy melodies and witty lyrics blend alternative rock with playful pop-punk energy.

Why this album works

This EP helped Relient K gain significant attention in the Christian music community, featuring in several notable charts. It is also recognized for its clever songwriting and humor, which set them apart from contemporaries in the pop-punk genre.
Best for
playful energy for group settings short bursts of catchy melodies steady pacing for easy listening
Context
The 'Employee of the Month EP' is Relient K's third release, coming after their debut album 'Mmhmm' in 2000 and following the successful 'Two Lefts Don't Make a Right...but Three Do'. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their style and building a loyal fanbase within the Christian rock scene.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Trademark 4:01
  • 2 In Love With the Eighties (Pink Tux to the Prom) Standout 3:10
  • 3 Wit's All Been Done Before Standout 3:32
  • 4 A Penny Loafer Saved, a Penny Loafer Earned Standout 2:26
  • 5 For the Band 4:24
  • 6 Failure to Excommunicate 3:38

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