The Ongoing Concept - Saloon
A review of the latest band added to the Solid State label, The Ongoing Concept. Will "Saloon" be a "print of someone else's painting"?
Reviews
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August 16, 2013
Shook Like Dead Men - The 5 Solas EP
Shook Like Dead Men have made massive steps ahead of their last effort. They have clearly matured and have even thrown some curve balls into their sound. The bottom line is that like the aforementioned Picasso, “The 5 Solas EP” is more than just chaos. There is a work of art and a message laying beneath, waiting to be delved into.
August 15, 2013
Audrey Assad - Fortunate Fall
Audrey Assad is back with a new album, 'Fortunate Fall', this time recorded and produced independently via Kickstarter, featuring hit single 'Good to Me' and other standouts like 'Spirit of the Living God', 'Help My Unbelief' and 'Lead Me On'. Check out the review.
August 13, 2013
1 Girl Nation - 1 Girl Nation
1 Girl Nation, possibly the first Christian band to form via audition, release their debut album next week Tuesday (20th August), featuring their hit song 'While We're Young', and other standout tracks 'Turn Around', 'Love Like Crazy' and 'Count Your Rainbows'. Check out the review of one of my favourite albums to be released in August 2013.
August 12, 2013
Soulfire Revolution - Revival
Colombian worship movement 'Soulfire Revolution' releases their debut worship album 'Revival' in mid-August, featuring guest vocalists like TobyMac, Kim Walker-Smith and Martin Smith. Here is the review.
August 11, 2013
The Digital Age - Evening:Morning
The Digital Age, remnants of the David Crowder Band, release their debut label fronted album 'Evening Morning' on Fair Trade Services, featuring the cover song 'All The Poor and Powerless', first radio single 'Captured' and promotional single 'Believe'. Check out the review of an album that's destined to be enjoyed by David Crowder Band enthusiasts around the world.
August 10, 2013
Christ's Sake - Christ's Sake
This self-titled album is driving and pairs the basic elements of melodic punk with the old-school stylings of their musical influences, to create a specific, tailored sound that makes Christ's Sake such a good listen.
August 9, 2013
Fielding - Our Side Is an Ocean
A nuanced, well-crafted EP that draws strength from true talent rather than gimmicks.
August 8, 2013
WOW - WOW Hits 2014
WOW Hits 2014 releases on September 24th, featuring 39 radio hits that have been popular throughout 2013 so far. Check out the review of one of the most debated and talked about releases of 2013!
August 7, 2013
Confide - All is Calm
Confide's latest album, "All is Calm" is available on iTunes today!
Tricia - Radiate
Tricia Brock, lead singer of Superchick, releases her second solo studio album 'Radiate' on August 13th, featuring hit single 'Enough' and other standout tracks 'Different', 'Everything as Loss' and 'Love Won't Let Go'. Check out the review.
August 5, 2013
Paul Baloche - Glorieux
Paul Baloche has released his second French album 'Glorieux', French translations of some of his biggest radio hits and other fan favourite songs throughout these last few years. Here is the review.
Abated Mass of Flesh - Brutal Death
Check out Abated Mass of Flesh's EP Brutal Death if you like low gutturals or death metal.
August 4, 2013
Lights Align - Before After
Independent worship artists Lights Align have released their debut album, 'Before After', featuring their radio hit 'Your Name'. Check out the review.
August 3, 2013
Finding Iris - We the Moon
Finding Iris brings a driving rock sound that may remind some of their influences Breaking Benjamin and 10 Years. Is this album worth adding to your rock collection? Read on to find out more.
August 2, 2013
Tammy Trent - Sunny Days
Singer Songwriter Tammy Trent releases her brand new 2013 album 'Sunny Days' on the 6th August. Check out the review of one of my favourite pop/dance albums of the year since Kerrie Roberts' 'Time For the Show' and Capital Kings' earlier album released this year.
Worthwhile - Carry on Kid
Worthwhile have an extremely bright future ahead of them as they blaze their way into the hardcore scene with a positive outlook and a hopeful message.
July 31, 2013
Kim-Walker Smith And Skyler Smith - Home
Kim Walker-Smith, lead singer of Jesus Culture, is back with a new album, this time recorded with her husband Skyler, titled 'Home'. Check out the review.
July 30, 2013
Strengthen What Remains - Turning a Blind Eye
Strengthen What Remains album "Turning a Blind Eye" comes out August 6th, 2013.
July 28, 2013
Everyday Sunday - A New Beginning EP
Pop/dance/punk band Everyday Sunday are back with a new EP titled 'A New Beginning', featuring the hit single 'Calculate'. Check out the review.
Colours - Skin and Bones E.P.
Review on the debut, self-released EP, entitled "Skin and Bones" from the band Colours. Pick it up on iTunes today!
July 27, 2013
Thirtyseven - This Is What I Want
This is something I've been waiting on for a while, and I'm glad these guys finally have something out for people to enjoy.
Hippos of Doom - Road Trip EP
This EP has all the energy, drive, and stylistic aspects of pop punk.
Goodnight Wednesday - The American Nightmare
I think Goodnight Wednesday has a lot of potential to be a good, perhaps great, band.
Jonathan & Emily Martin - Set Your Eyes
Independent husband-wife duo Jonathan and Emily Martin have released their 2013 brand new worship EP, 'Set Your Eyes', featuring standout songs 'As the Watchmen' and 'Spirit Speak'. Check out the review.
July 25, 2013
Tug Fork River Band - No Hope For Man
The Tug Fork River Band bring their newest effort "No Hope For Man" to the table. WIth a distinct southern touch and some BTA inspired riffs, TFRB may bring enough with it to get your attention.
July 23, 2013
Tallhart - We Are the Same
A great simple-but-not-too-naive alternative rock album to play in the car as your summer winds down when you don’t want something too thought-intensive.
July 22, 2013
My Heart to Fear - Algorithm
My Heart to Fear have a very bright future ahead of them. “Algorithm” is sure to garner the band some attention with the passion, skill, and unique elements that are presented.
July 21, 2013
August Rain - Sanctuary EP
Independent folk-worship band August Rain has released their 2013 album, 'Sanctuary EP'. Check out the review.
July 19, 2013
Shine Bright Baby - Dreamers
Shine Bright Baby release their first album on BEC Recordings on July 23rd, featuring hit single 'Beautiful Love' and other standouts like 'Beautiful To You', 'Love Restores' and 'Made To Glow'. Check out the review.