Reviews
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January 26, 2014
Independent worship artist Mike Coia released his first EP in 2013, with standout songs like 'Burn' and 'Home'. With vocal similarities to Starfield and Charlie Hall, here is the review.
January 24, 2014
Orion Walsh - The Tale of a Broken Compass
I’m very sorry to not have heard The Tale of a Broken Compass in 2013, because I want all the more time to digest what I’ve heard, and it would have undoubtedly made it on my Best Of list.
Casting Crowns - Thrive
Casting Crowns release their long-awaited new album 'Thrive' this coming Tuesday, featuring the hit song 'All You've Ever Wanted' and other standouts like 'Thrive', 'This is Now' and 'Broken Together'. Their most musically diverse album to date, check out the review.
January 22, 2014
Switchfoot - Fading West
Check out my review of Switchfoot's half-soundtrack, half-studio album Fading West.
Brooke Waggoner - Originator
Brooke Waggoner returns with her fourth album Originator, her strongest and most balanced effort to date
January 21, 2014
Josh White - Absolution
It’s deceptively simple, both musically and lyrically, but the closer you listen, you hear more layers underscoring it, until you finally decide to surrender and let yourself be caught up in it, caught off guard by the beauty of simplicity.
January 20, 2014
Falling Up - Hours
Falling Up's 2nd half of the Machine de Ella Project - Hours is a fantastic album.
Clear Convictions - A Past That Attempts to Define Me
Gritty and fast paced hardcore with an old school vibe abounds on “A Past that Attempts to Define Me”
David Thulin - Reconstruction 2.1
David Thulin, EDM and remix artist, has released his latest EP, Reconstruction 2.1, featuring remixes of songs by Jonathan Thulin, Shine Bright Baby, Rapture Ruckus, Natalie Grant, Press Play, and a new song featuring Nicole Croteau. Check out the review.
January 19, 2014
Solamors - Depravity's Demise
Jason Wisdom and Alex Kinas (formerly) of Becoming the Archetype team up with Travis Turner (Aletheian) to bring a new album that blends the combined member's past work with a hopeful new future. But, can "Depravity's Demise" get out from the shadow of the often similar "Celestial Completion"? Read on to find out.
January 17, 2014
Agonal - A Suffering Complete
Check out Agonal and their third record that came out last year called A Suffering Complete which was released by Sanctus Gladius Records. The gothic doom metal awaits you.
Exiting the Fall - Windchaser
Hailing from Boston, MA we take a look at a very impressive independent post-hardcore release from Exiting the Fall.
Evan Wickham - Make Us One
Brother of Phil Wickham, Evan Wickham has released his latest worship album, 'Make Us One'. One of my favourite worship albums to be released in 2013 (and one of the albums that I missed out in listening in 2013), here is the review.
January 15, 2014
The Old-Timers - Spiritus Sanctus
Check out my review of The Old-timers "Spiritus Sanctus" on Thumper Punk Records.
Josh Guthrie - Josh Guthrie
Josh Guthrie, independent worship leader, has released his first self titled EP, featuring the famous Warr Acres song, 'Saviour Crucified'. Check out the review.
January 13, 2014
Saving Grace - The Urgency
As Facedown's first release of the new year, Saving Grace brings a solid hardcore album that will not disappoint longtime fans. Still, is "The Urgency" worthy to follow after such a powerful landslide of great albums from their label? Read on to find out.
Number One Gun - This Is All We Know
Number One Gun more than delivers in the return to their original lineup. Complex and intricate instrumentation back Jeff Schneeweis's signature vocals over eleven tracks that range from all-out rock anthems to electronic-laced ballads. Any fan of the band's catalog will find something to love on this solid album.
January 12, 2014
Silver Cities - Lights
Australian indie rock band Silver Cities have released their album, 'Lights' in December 2013. Check out the review.
The Devil Wears Prada - 8:18
Check out my review of The Devil Wears Prada "8:18"
January 10, 2014
Still Remains - Ceasing to Breathe
Still Remains are back, and what I would say better than ever.
January 8, 2014
Red Roots - Triplicity
Christian pop/country trio Red Roots have released their third album, Triplicity, featuring their hit song 'Seven Days'. Check out the review.
Being As An Ocean - Dear G-d...
Check out my review of Being as an Ocean "Dear G-d"
January 6, 2014
Lauren Hicks - When Everything Fades
Independent pop/worship artist Lauren Hicks has released her debut project, 'When Everything Fades', featuring the hit single 'Hero'. Check out the review.
January 5, 2014
Jonathan Thulin and Charmaine - Acoustic Living Room Concert
Jonathan Thulin and Charmaine embarked on a living room acoustic tour of Australia, with my house being the first venue. Here is a review of what happened that night.
January 2, 2014
Seth And Nirva - I Need You
Husband and wife duo Seth and Nirva (Nirva's from TobyMac's Diverse City Band) have released their first EP, I Need You, featuring collaborations with Shonlock, TobyMac, Bryan 'Mr Talkbox' Chambers and GabeReal. Check out the review.
December 30, 2013
Silent Planet - Lastsleep (1944-1946)
Silent Planet are sure to take the industry by storm with their unapologetic lyrics, in your face music, and unique delivery that culminate into a fresh and exciting blend of heavy music.
December 28, 2013
Lessons - American Ghosts
If you’re looking for a record that hearkens back to the days of non-gimmick, old-school metalcore then Lessons might be the band for you.
Marie Miller - You're Not Alone EP
Curb artist Marie Miller has released her debut EP, titled 'You're Not Alone'. Here is the review.
December 26, 2013
Christmas: Joy to the World - Various Artists
Centricity Music have released their own Christmas compilation, featuring artists like Downhere, Andrew Peterson, Jonny Diaz, Jason Gray, as well as newer artists like Carrolton and Lauren Daigle.
December 22, 2013
Fit For A King - Descendants (Redux)
While there are a few changes I did not care for, the majority of them are for the best, making “Redux” worthy of a listen.































