Pastor Chris Congregation - West Virginia Snake Handler Revival (2025) [Hi-Res]

The album documents the unique religious tradition of the last Appalachian church practicing rituals with venomous snakes. Recorded by Ian Brennan under the extreme conditions of a live service, the record captures an aggressive, trance-like fusion of rock and roll and fiery preaching. The musical accompaniment is characterized by raw guitar sounds, improvisational vocals, and a powerful energy comparable to heavy metal. The project also highlights the deep socio-economic decline of the region, where religious ecstasy serves as a form of survival and cultural resistance.

Tracklist:
1-1 Pastor Chris Congregation - Spirit of God [1:14]
1-2 Pastor Chris Congregation - Jesus Has To Be #1 [2:47]
1-3 Pastor Chris Congregation - I'm a Lord Jesus Man [2:57]
1-4 Pastor Chris Congregation - ADHD Meds & Starbucks [1:36]
1-5 Pastor Chris Congregation - Rock and Roll Was Stolen From God By Satan [1:14]
1-6 Pastor Chris Congregation - Prepare for the Times of Famine [1:19]
1-7 Pastor Chris Congregation - Television Soap Operas Battles [1:23]
1-8 Pastor Chris Congregation - Do You Love Him? [1:09]
1-9 Pastor Chris Congregation - Taking Up Serpents (and It's Alright) [3:17]
1-10 Pastor Chris Congregation - Maybe I Won't Do What I Say I'd Do [0:22]
1-11 Pastor Chris Congregation - Don't Worry It's Just a Snakebite (What Has Happened to This Generation?) [5:12]
1-12 Pastor Chris Congregation - Just a Few More Miles (I've Got No Reason to Quit) [4:06]