0 out of 6 people found the following review helpful:
yet another i <3 Jebus albumWednesday, April 27, 2005
You know. Some artists do have real talent. Such as Switchfoot. And are able to make it in the top 40 industry because their lyrics aren't obviously praising Jesus.
Unfortunately I had to endure this CD in the car of a very religious friend of mine. Long trips to the beach are not fun with this CD.
This group/album is pretty terrible, but I have heard worse, hence the two stars. However Christian music should be banned along with every other form of religious expression. This album gets the thumbs down like every other i <3 Jebus album.
4 out of 4 people found the following review helpful:
Wow a step up from their first album!Tuesday, February 15, 2005
I enjoyed Seven Places, first album (Lonely For the Last Time) but they have taken a step up with the new release! The songs have a much more "deeper" feel to them with more layerings of guitars of all kinds as well as other instruments.
They are truly one of the most unique and talented Christian artists right now with their brand of progressive modern rock (with a pop feel to it). The lyrics have a depth to them that gets into your soul. Check out "I Look Upon Your Hill" which comes from Isaiah 53 and others for a terrific and moving ballad. They also rock quite hard on "Fall in Line", "Even When" and many others.
The thing I like about this album, though, is that they don't stick to just one formula. Several of the songs have that unique and different feel that breaks up the album (where some other modern rock albums don't). The production of Aaron Sprinkle has truly helped them. They also are without a doubt a Christian band and they make no apologies for it! I wholeheartedly recommend it!
10 out of 10 people found the following review helpful:
Beyond their yearsTuesday, November 16, 2004
This band seems to have a Rock and Roll presence that is beyond their years. They seem steeped in the school of power pop heavies like Big Star or Cheap Trick.
This second album sees a lineup change as well as a more mature sound. The sound is full and thick with guitar chops, rumbling drum beats and moving and passionate vocal harmonies. The sound gets under your skin. At first listen it could sound simple. Yet deeper examination reveals thick layers of sound and production.
The kids are talented. I have seen them live and they love what they do. It is evident in the energy they display. The lyrics are deep. They are not your everday Chrstian band lyrics that deal with "Sunday School" questions. They are real and believeable. And the band is relentless and fearless in their faith and offer no apologies.
It is a shame that you will never hear them on modern radio. Seven Places have talent above and beyond what you will hear. I recommend this album to not just lovers of Christ, but simply to lovers of great music.
8 out of 10 people found the following review helpful:
Great Second Album!Wednesday, October 20, 2004
Seven Places continues to impress with the release of their second album! These guys are incredibly talented. God's anointing is on their lyrics and music. You will not be disappointed:)