Reviewed by Rick Gregory

Debbie L Rice has overcome some great personal trials to get where she is today. Her trials and faith are reflected in her songs though. In Debbie's own words she says that she considers herself a songwriter and keyboard player, not a singer. This is obvious by the quality of her vocals which do leave a lot to be desired. Anyway, as I like to say, "it's not what you know but who you know" and she does feature guest vocals from Jennifer Barber and Peggy Morrison who do seem more naturally gifted. Debbie's songs have been attracting some attention as she was recently nominated in the Contemporary Artist Of The Year for the prestigious Momentum Awards given out by IndieHeaven.com. There are contrasting styles to Debbie's music. There's a strong country direction but also an undertone of a Celtic feel to the first track "In Your Silence". Also, the last three tracks have an electronic/pop feel to them but again the vocals let the songs down slightly. In "Building Idols In A Fallen World" Debbie's lyrics are easy to relate to as she sings of putting things and people in the wrong place, she says "But when we put you first Oh Lord, we finally find our way back home."

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