Williams was beloved in many communities, known in the music scene primarily for his work as the lead guitarist for Every Time I Die which disbanded in 2022, which he followed with his new band Atomic Rule in 2024.

We're just about through the summer and I think it's high time we report in on some of the records that have most resonated with us here at WXOU so far this year.

The New Abnormal is not just a great selection of songs with a variety of pop hooks, raw vocals, and spacey electronics. The album feels like a reunion, like a group of friends getting over their grievances and petty disagreements to recognize their care for one another.