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When The Quarantined’s single “Skeleton Chair” went viral all around the globe and amassed more than a million views on Tik Tok alone, it became crystal clear that Sean’s special combination of vulnerability and fearlessness was resonating strongly in the hearts and minds of listeners found all around the world.
–Flaunt Magazine August 25, 2025
Aversion to Normalcy is The Quarantined’s long-awaited deep dive into trauma, healing, and the myth of “being fine.” Instead of trying to package pain neatly, the album leans into the real, messy process of rebuilding yourself when the world refuses to slow down. Through raw vocals, heavy riffs, and vivid lyrics, the record explores what it means to hold onto resilience even when everything around you feels unstable.
Across tracks like “Skeleton Chair,” “Shadow (on my back),” and “Nemesis (friend of mine),” the album moves through different phases of emotional reckoning—falling into chaos, confronting the darker parts of yourself, and ultimately choosing forgiveness and freedom. Sean Martin’s lived experiences as an Iraq War veteran give the record a visceral honesty; every song sounds like someone trying to make sense of who they are after being changed by the world in ways they didn’t ask for.
–Modernneon November 16,2025
In an era where political discourse often feels like a battlefield, Sean Martin of The Quarantined is using his platform to sound the alarm against the creeping tide of fascism and ideological division. A combat veteran turned visionary artist, Martin argues that the modern landscape has left well-intentioned people caught in a crossfire between radical extremes.
Through his upcoming album, Aversion to Normalcy, he advocates for a "Self-Care" philosophy—not as a shallow trend, but as a survival tactic to preserve one’s capacity for love and reason. For Martin, music isn't just entertainment; it is a vehicle for "skill-checking" the ego and finding a place for humanity in a world increasingly dominated by vindictiveness.
-Medium and Authority Mag present August 17,2025
Nashville’s The Quarantined have returned with their most poignant work yet, a five-track EP that serves as a visceral exploration of survival and the rejection of a fractured "status quo." Tracked at the legendary Blackbird Studios with producer Nathan Yarborough, the record is a masterclass in modern rock intensity, blending grunge-inspired guitar walls with crashing percussion.
At the heart of the project is frontman Sean Martin, whose experience as an Iraq War veteran infuses the lyrics with a rare, heavy-hitting authenticity. From clashing guitar lines that mirror internal conflict to vocals that demand attention, Aversion to Normalcy is more than just an album—it’s a raw documentation of the grueling, necessary journey of choosing to heal in a complicated world.
-Atwoodmagazine December 2,2025
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