STYLE: Rock RATING OUR PRODUCT CODE: 131290-19867 LABEL: Reunion 602341017329 FORMAT: CD EP ITEMS: 1 RELEASE DATE: 2012-11-06 RRP: £7.99
Reviewed by Brendan O'Regan
The Florida-based band have quickly established themselves as major CCM sellers and for those who have yet to catch up this six-song compilation offers their Christian radio hits. From the opening track "By Your Side" I was hooked. The lyrics are thoughtful and thought provoking ("Why are you still searching as if I'm not enough" which seems like a riposte to U2's "Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For"). "Hold My Heart" captures a poignant sense of longing ("I'm on my knees begging you to notice me") before breaking into an anthemic chorus. "Strong Enough To Save" is encouraging in its confidence in God while the most accessible and commercial song is "Healing Begins" with its vital message and gorgeous chorus. If you're looking for strong melodies and lyrics that are challenging and reassuring, this showcase should be investigated.
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Product Description
The Discover Series was created as a first point of entry for casual fans in purchasing music by artists they know and like. This 6-song collection features the artist’s best radio hits across several albums giving the consumer a wide spectrum of the artist with the intention of encouraging more purchases of the artist’s catalogue. With a great track listing priced at a great value, the Discover Series will create new music buyers for the artist and ultimately create long-time fans.