A "Resounding" Album
Posted March 27, 2008
By IronJedi,
Vertical Shift Records has done it again. If you're unaware of them, they are a mission and ministry-oriented label dedicated to signing and distributing bands whose first priority is sharing the "Good News" through song. The latest release from their roster of artists is Re:Zound's Abandonded to You; an album dense with charismatic, vertically oriented tunes.
This five piece band, hailing from Arizona has been together for 11 years (what a coincidence) and, with God's help, has managed to accomplish some pretty amazing feats. Early 2007 saw the band traveling to Asia. Their tour included stops in Cambodia, Thailand and India. They also played in Communist Vietnam where their live concert, with over 10,000 in attendance, was televised nationally. Prior to signing with VSR, the band was MTV's No. 1 Undiscovered Band of 2004, They have also scored three top 20 R&R hit singles during their indie tenure and performed with Jeremy Camp, Michael W. Smith, David Crowder Band and Tree 63.
The music of Abandoned to You is predominantly guitar driven but the layered rhythm keeps things interesting. Acoustic, electric and bass guitars are used for maximum effect but the band doesn't shy away from using keyboards to add depth and texture. The band creates music that is at once original and familiar but avoids being formulaic.
The band's maturity and experience shine throughout and the performance of every song has an almost majestic feel. Standout tracks include "Beautiful," "Abandoned to You," "How Amazing Are You," and "I Will Bow Down." It's easy to find yourself singing along with lead vocalist Jason Anderson or respectfully rockin' along with the rest of the band.
If your idea of worship music leans toward edgy (think Vineyard's Burn Service, Kutless, Skillet, Tree 63, Wavorly, and Jeremy Camp), then purchase / download this fantastic rock/worship album A.S.A.P. View All Music And Book Reviews By IronJedi | View IronJedi's Profile
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