Reviewed by Daniel Cole

This is Shaded Red's debut album and what a fine one it is too. Two of the tracks ("Something" and "Dreaming") are produced by ex-Audio Adrenaline guitarist Barry Blair and he has done a good job on both. A lot of the songs on this album are built around gutsy, gritty guitar hooks and then build up into a musical explosion. The vocals side is good too and sometimes remind me a bit of Jars Of Clay. The lyrics on this album are strong and up front and cover such issues as the Cross, God's love, trusting God and lukewarm Christianity. My favourite tracks include "Let lt Out", a catchy song with a groovy chorus, "Falling For You", "Something" and "Faker" ("You're a faker and you know it/You're a faker and you show it to the world"). The last track "Use Me" is slow gentle, asking God to take his whole life and use him. I like this album and it's well worth listening to; a strong debut.

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