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Free Music Review: LOVE IT!!!
Hit: 5 Stars
This is probably one of the best CDs I've ever purchased. I bought it on a whim at a christian bookstore and ever since I started listening I can't stop! The lyrics are so meaningful and the music itself is beautiful and moving. I just bought the sheetmusic for this CD and I'm arranging some of the songs for my church choir!! This is an absolutely fantastic CD and I highly recommend it.Free Music Review: Casting Crowns
Hit: 5 Stars
Excellent Christian CD. One of the best I've bought in the past 3 years. Good lyrics, great music.Free Music Review: I will choose to listen and believe the Voice of Truth...
Hit: 5 Stars
Wow. That about sums up what I felt when I first heard Casting Crowns. Their music is so heartfelt and passionate! My first exposure to CC was when I borrowed WOW Worship Aqua from my library, and heard their song "Who Am I". That song struck a chord with me, because it portrayed perfectly the gratitude I felt toward the Lord for showing any interest in me, the chiefest of sinners. I did some exploration, and found this CD. It is an amazing buy. I'll list the songs and briefly say what made them good.
#1. What If His People Prayed - Superb song. It is an interesting song lyrically as well as musically. I like how this song highlights the importance of going to God in prayer when you are down, and not turning to things of this world "What if the family turned to Jesus /
Stopped asking Oprah what to do" This is one of those speakers-on-MAX songs that is sure to put you in a good mood. 4.5/5
#2. If We Are The Body - Probably my 2nd favorite. This is an account of how some churches are very particular of who can be a member of the congregation, and asks why "If we are the body, why is His love not showing them there is a way?" Excellent song with an even better message. We should all pray that when a new person enters our church, we do not begin to judge them without ever meeting them. Another great song. 5/5
#3. Voice of Truth - This is my favorite song on this CD. While the first two songs of this CD are more upbeat and employ the use of more electric guitar and strong drums, this song is a nice contrast as it is more of a ballad. The lyrics are so powerful. Not that I don't like a good guitar riff, but the quieter ballad-style showcases the lyrics and the message so well. Haven't we all been in the situation where there's a giant before us on the plain of our soul telling us "You'll never win"? Then the chorus soars with "But the voice of truth tells me a different story / The voice of truth says 'Do not be afraid!' / And the voice of truth says 'This is for My glory!' / Out of all the voices calling out to me / I will choose to listen and believe the voice of truth." Definitely an encouragement when you feel like the whole world is against you. 5/5
#4. Who Am I - Wow. If there was ever a song that made you want to cry, this is it. It is so humbling to consider that the God of all creation would care to know us. It aptly describes us as "a flower quickly fading / a wave tossed in the ocean / a vapor in the wind". This song continues to speak to my heart every time I listen to it. It's a wonderful blessing. 5/5
#5. American Dream - This is the other speakers-on-MAX song on this CD. It tells the story of a father trying to get his family everything they want, when all they want is more time to spend with him. It is a warning not to put too much importance on material goods that will fade away, and instead be more concerned with the state of our immortal souls. It is a wonderful song lyrically, and musically it delivers with strong guitar and drums. It drives the point home. 5/5
#6. Here I Go Again - I can relate to this song, because I've been in a situation when I've wanted to talk to a friend about Jesus, but I've been too afraid to mention it, and then they were gone from my life, and I never told them anything. This is a quieter ballad, but there are some guitar riffs. "What am I so afraid of? / Here I go again / talking about the rain..." Give us strength, Lord, to not be afraid and to boldly proclaim the message of life. 5/5
#7. Praise You With The Dance - This song sounds a bit more like the generic worship song you hear on Christian radio. Not like that's a bad thing, but it seems to veer away from the "Casting Crowns sound". However, it showcases Megan and Melodee's voices more than the other songs. While this is a nice praise song, it doesn't have the strong message the other songs have. 3.5/5
#8. Glory - Okay, while now we've gotten the "CC Sound" back, again, we're lacking a bit of a message. Another wonderful praise song, but lacking a strong message making it almost a little forgettable, but still wonderful to sing and praise our Lord with. 4/5
#9. Life of Praise - I'll tell you right now, I don't especially like this song. That is, I don't really like the verses. At the very beginning when it says "I will praise you Lord always / not just for the things you've done for me", the beat changes to... sixteenth notes it sounds like when it says "not just for". For a first-time listener, that can throw you off easily. But, the chorus is nice. Also, if you've ever wondered some of the titles that the Lord is called, listen to the chorus "For You are awesome / God of the Nations /
Lion of Judah / Rock of the Ages / Alpha, Omega" It's not a bad song, just a bit too quirky for my taste. 4/5
#10. Your Love Is Extravagant - This one is a quiet ballad, too, but it appeals to me more because I enjoy how Mark Hall and the ladies of CC harmonize so nicely. It's quiet, but it speaks about an intimate relationship with our Lord, which is what we all want. Quiet, yet loving. 4.5/5
Overall rating: 4.7/5
This is an EXCELLENT CD, and I highly recommend this to anyone who enjoys Christian music with a message. If you don't buy this CD, you are missing out on a real treasure! The Lord has blessed these men and women, and they are using their gifts for his glory!
Free Music Review: incredibly touching
Hit: 5 Stars
I'll just keep this short and sweet.
Everytime I hear this artist, and their songs, I am always touched by their incite and deep meaning. It really makes you think, "yeah, I agree". And it just really touches you in a way that makes you want to get out there and DO SOMETHING for the Lord our Savior. Its a much needed kick in the butt that isn't a hard kick.
Get it, listen to it, and DEFINITELY listen to it with non believers. They need to know what they are missing out on.
oh and GO TO THEIR CONCERTS!
Free Music Review: Love this one
Hit: 4 Stars
I bought this CD and Lifesong, and truth be told, I listen to this cd so much more than life song. There's just so much more beats and stuff on here