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John Mark McMillan – Economy CD Review

November 4, 2011 in cd review, CD's/DVD's, Review with 2 Comments

John Mark Mcmillan
Economy

Some might say that this is John’s second CD and followup to the Medicine. Well technically YOU ARE WRONG because he had already released music before he go signed to Integrity. John has been in the music scene for quite a while now and has carved his way into the hearts of millions through people covering his songs. Now that those covers have paved the way for him to get in front of people as well I was worried his sound might get watered down. Worried it might get stuck in the box I like to call “that sound’ with over processed and over produced drivel that we hear so much these days.

Praise God like others at Integrity (bravo to those guys again) he is creating ART as an act of worship and not as an act of trying to sell records.

This followup to “The Medicine” is brilliant! Of course he brings us wonderful lyrical content that is poet and beautiful, but at the same time striking and arresting sometimes. Like “I believe You can overcome my economy…You can dig me out of the grave” are driven at our hearts but also bring to mind the time we are living in. He truly has worked hard at his craft at pulling on heartstring and at the same time giving us hope through songs like “murdered son”. The only song I have issues with is “who is this” which is very similar to the bridge tag in “skeleton bones” and that is because I don’t expect a guy like him to repeat a phrase.

Instrumentally it is just wonderful. Great production and creativity. There are times where it seems vocally he could have stretched more for a bit more diversity. Sometimes he gets a bit too Bruce Springsteen for me, but then I remember I don’t like springsteen’s voice and I love John’s!

I absolutely love the song “Sins are Stones” which seems like John’s attempt at a modern hymn. I hope to do this someday soon in church.

The only thing I have issues with and that I have issues with half the christian CD’s and worship our there is WAY WAY too many woah’s and Oh’s. At least he didn’t add in OO’s and AH’s.

Bottom line is this is a brilliant CD that is is not better than “The Medicine”. It is different than that album and 100% equal to it. Many times the second release determines the quality of an artist and often it falls flat. This is a MUST buy album that I promise you will love just as much as “The Medicine”.

Disclosure of Material Connection: We received this CD free from Integrity Music to listen and post a review on our site. We were not required to write a positive review. The opinions we have expressed are my own. We are disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 <http://www.access.gpo.gov/nara/cfr/waisidx_03/16cfr255_03.html <http://www.access.gpo.gov/nara/cfr/waisidx_03/16cfr255_03.html> > “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”

Daniel Bashta: Red Bull for the soul

September 6, 2011 in CD's/DVD's, integrity music, Review with 2 Comments

Today Daniel Bashta’s new CD “the sounds of daniel bashta” came out. I first heard daniel a while back with his previous independent album and then later heard a lackluster cover from the crowder band of “Like a Lion”

I had the privilege of getting an advanced copy of this CD from my great friends at Integrity Music. Because this CD has been threatening to come out for a while now I think I have had it since Feb.

This is one of those CD’s that I think we can call a turning point in “corporate worship”. People like Misty Edwards and Jason Upton, who I love, have been around for a while now, but most of their music is not accessible for all many churches. Integrity has been launching amazing artists that are not only accessible, but are also out of the box and skilled with their craft. They are not just trying to churn out hits. They are trying to create a new sound of worship and I love that.

Bashta just reeks of the prophetic and grips the soul with lyrics like “I am the sound I am the voice…I am Jesus to this city!” It is not a CD with bubble gum lyrics. His words inspire and convict and most of all lift up Jesus.

I like to describe this CD as Jason Upton with ritalin or Red bull for the soul. There is such passion that rips through the songs that I am pretty sure they had to clean off the mic with a towel during recording.

I love a guy who sings with unbridled passion and conviction and Daniel does just that.

Because I have had this CD for a while now I have been able to incorporate some of the music. I have used “with everything”, “freedom is calling” and of course “Like a Lion”.

There is something so pure about “like a lion”. Something so breathtaking about its simplicity “My God’s not dead… He’s roaring like a lion”. The bridge is my favorite part because it says “let heaven roar” and just connects the revival with the church with the outpouring of the heavens.

“freedom is calling” is amazing and once again a call for the church to RISE. Then there is the song “the sound” with lyrics

“Hell can you hear me
Can you hear me
Are you listening

Darkness do you fear me
Do you fear me
Are you trembling”

WOW…seriously. not much needed to write about that one.

There is so much I can say about this CD and it’s lyrics. I am a huge Ihop fan and the prophetic movement, but it seems that that style of worship has not permeated the church as a whole. I think this CD and more coming out of integrity like John Mark McMillan, Brothers McClurg, and All sons and Daughters are breaking the mold and introducing the church to things we have lost. Depth, artistry, mystery, revival, warfare, and true passion.

Bravo Daniel for making one of the best CD so far this year! (a close second would be Owl City). Thank you for fueling the fire and giving the church sustainable red bull for the soul.

THIS ONE GETS 5 STARS!!!

GO BUY IT NOW!!

Disclosure of Material Connection: We received this CD free from the publisher to listen and post a review on our site. We were not required to write a positive review. The opinions we  have expressed are our own. We are disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 <http://www.access.gpo.gov/nara/cfr/waisidx_03/16cfr255_03.html <http://www.access.gpo.gov/nara/cfr/waisidx_03/16cfr255_03.html> > “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”

How to get the new “Dirt Poor Robins” CD for free or save $70

March 10, 2010 in CD's/DVD's with 6 Comments

The new “Dirt Poor Robins” CD is out…and you are worried about spending the 7.99 on itunes. I get that totally. So here is how you can get it for free.

Go to your CD collection and grab these CD’s/book:

  1. Panic at the Disco
  2. Kings X
  3. Flemming & John
  4. Blondie
  5. Queen
  6. Bjork
  7. Alice in Wonderland Book

Ok..you have them? Now…throw them in a blender..use the PULP setting for about 32 sec.

Once it stops look inside…

do you see the new “Dirt Poor Robins” CD?

hmm…didn’t work..

well lets go to plan B and save you $70+ because instead of buying all the CD’s above you could buy:

the new “Dirt Poor Robins” CD

and join the COOL club!

FREE CD GIVEAWAY!!!!

March 13, 2009 in CD's/DVD's, the joint with 8 Comments

I’m pretty sure you people who read my blog were not paying attention in the last post…

We the people of “the joint” are giving away 3 copies of Jonathan Lee’s new CD.

ok in case you missed it again… FREE MUSIC!!!

So how do you win it?

EASY: Comment on any of the 3 reviewers blogs about this review and you will be entered to win a free download of Jonathon Lee’s Release “Let them Hear”. Spread the word on twitter, your blog, pony express etc…We have 3 copies to give away so COMMENT!*

ok so get on it…this isn’t very complicated. We have a ton more stuff to give away each week…but it’s no fun if you don’t take it!

Review: Jonathon Lee – Let Them Hear

This CD can be purchased/listened to at:
http://www.jleeworship.com/hp.html

The Joint: Jonathan Lee w/giveaway

March 11, 2009 in CD's/DVD's, Review, the joint with 14 Comments

GIVEAWAY!!: comment on any of the 3 reviewers blogs about this review and you will be entered to win a free download of Jonathon Lee’s Release “Let them Hear”. Spread the word on twitter, your blog, pony express etc…We have 3 copies to give away so COMMENT!*

Review: Jonathon Lee – Let Them Hear

This CD can be purchased/listened to at:
http://www.jleeworship.com/hp.html

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