Ray Boltz - Seasons Change

Thursday 1st April 1993
Ray Boltz - Seasons Change
Ray Boltz - Seasons Change

STYLE: MOR / Soft Pop
RATING 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9
OUR PRODUCT CODE: 13150-20258
LABEL: Word 7019294592
FORMAT: CD Album
ITEMS: 1
RRP: £4.99

Reviewed by Chris Berry

Some albums are named after part of a track which you then have to go hunting for in the album sleeve's lyrics, others are eponymous derived and still others are named after what the producers consider to be the strongest track or title on the product. This one fits the latter perfectly. "Seasons Change" is a brilliantly crafted song with all the hallmarks of a great songwriter's talent. It's a vision of life through a farmer's eyes but that which is part of all our lives. It may seem a little laissez-faire in its attitude but "Just believe and let the seasons change" is not just about the calendar seasons, it's about the different seasons, or times, which we all go through, and anyway, it was particularly relevant for me. A fabulous verse comes near the end and is poetry on its own, without the music -"Hearts grown cold, may be warmed by the summer sun/Dreams you hold, may be closer than you know" -positive lyrics in one of this year's best songs. Elsewhere, yes there are more tracks on this album, Ray slots in nicely to a sort of sub-Eagles approach, more laid-back, more acoustic, but the great words remain. "For Only One" will definitely be a favourite with most, remember those times when you've been asked to stand or raise your hand during a worship to give your life, well here Ray gives a little sermon on how it can happen if you're the only one. Super chorus, this guy certainly knows his trade. I could go on, but why should I? This one is certainly worthy of your time and ears.

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Reader Comments

Posted by Don in USA @ 16:40 on Feb 12 2012

Browsing cds in a new & used shop, I came across this now classic ccm cd of Ray Boltz. I was familiar with the top tune and favorite cd title "Seasons Change". Wow! hard to believe that this September of 2012 marks it's 20th year anniversary. "Saving Grace" that opens the 10 songset, grabs the listener's ears: top notch ccm material! Looking back, the lyrics of the song reflect upon Ray's current lifestyle situation: "on the edge of a big decision, temptation's calling". "For Only One" reaches to all who listen whole heartedly. I love the truth and simplicity of "Seasons Change" chorus.
I wonder how often Ray hears the words to "Not Long Ago" echo?; may he take this song to heart once again.
GOD Bless! -Don



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