''Anthems'' is the first extended play from Messengers.

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released the EP on November 9, 2010. Messengers worked with Daniel Schmuck, in the production of this album.AllMusic Credits
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Critical reception

Awarding the album two stars from ''

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'', Matthew Leonard states, "old thrash metal". Christian Cunningham, rating the album a seven out of ten at

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, says, "A fine EP with much to shout about!" Giving the album four stars for Jesus Freak Hideout, Scott Fryberger writes, "''Anthems'' is a well-written EP, and they definitely have potential to improve with time." BMer, awarding the album four stars by Indie Vision Music, describes, "''Anthems'' is going back to the roots of spirit-filled hardcore, potentially filling the void that longtime hardcore fans have been hoping to fill."

Track listing

References

{{DEFAULTSORT:Anthems (Messengers EP) 2010 EPs Facedown Records albums