Reviewed by Tony Cummings

Proof that CCM is now an international language this excellent new album has all the drive, passion and professionalism of American AOR though this features a German singer and a British producer, one Paul Field. Punchy rockers and smouldering ballads all sung with grit and fire. My favourites are the moody Hank Pool/Paul Field song "Easy Answers" (where Ralph sings some effective blue eyed soul licks ala Mark Williamson) and the radio friendly rocker "Cross My Heart". But wherever you look there are class cuts. Let's hope an adventurous British company gives this an outing and some Fest brings him over. For Ralph is, on the strength of 'Face The Feeling', an exceptional talent.

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