Taylor Momsen has detailed the creation of the new album from The Pretty Reckless, titled 'Dear God', in a recent interview [1].

The release marks a significant emotional shift for the band, as Momsen utilized the recording process to explore deeply personal and psychological themes. By focusing on vulnerability, the project seeks to connect with listeners through raw, unfiltered songwriting.

Momsen said she spent the creation of the album "tapping into the innermost, darkest corners" of her mind [1]. This internal exploration resulted in a project that she described as "extremely vulnerable" [1].

The influence of late musician Chris Cornell served as a primary source of inspiration for the work. Momsen said, “Chris Cornell’s music touched my soul” [1]. This connection to Cornell's legacy helped shape the sonic and emotional direction of the new material.

Looking forward, the band is preparing for an upcoming tour described as "primal" [1]. Momsen said that the group is entering this new phase with renewed intensity. "There's a fire in us that has been relit and is burning with gasoline," she said [1].

The project represents a departure from previous work by leaning into more transparent and heavy emotional themes. By citing Cornell, Momsen aligns the album with a tradition of rock music that balances melodic power, profound grief, and introspection [1].

““The album is extremely vulnerable,””

The shift toward a more vulnerable and 'primal' sound suggests The Pretty Reckless is pivoting away from polished rock toward a more visceral, raw aesthetic. By explicitly linking the album to the influence of Chris Cornell, Momsen is positioning 'Dear God' within the lineage of grunge and alternative rock that prioritizes emotional honesty over commercial accessibility.