Oliver Zurita of Expansion Radial wrote "Musically, Salem Burns is dynamite. The main riff has that grimy, powerful texture that defines good hardrock. The bass and drums are relentless, setting the pace powerfully. Teej Leit's vocals have deep, energetic nuances, perfect for sustaining the tension of the lyrics. The production sounds organic, not overly processed. It feels real, as if you were standing in front of the band live."