Matter - Teraphim
The maturity and skill showcased on this record show the craftsmanship of a band that’s been together for a mere three years. For fans of Thrice and Moving Mountains
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May 13, 2014
May 11, 2014
TERAMAZE - Esoteric Symbolism
TERAMAZE is a powerhouse band of incredible musicians who deliver over and over again throughout the long duration of Esoteric Symbolism, though the album is not quite perfect. Read on for the full review.
May 8, 2014
All Sons and Daughters - All Sons and Daughters
All Sons and Daughters have released their self titled album on May 6th, featuring standout songs like 'God With Us', 'Christ Be All Around Me' and 'Tonight'. Here is the review.
Memphis May Fire - Unconditional
Memphis May Fire has created a record a lot of listeners will find accessible, while still maintaining a bit of an edge. Check out the review for their latest release "Unconditional" here.
May 6, 2014
Michael W. Smith - Sovereign
Michael W. Smith, making a label change from Provident to Capitol, releases his new album 'Sovereign' next week (13th May). Check out the review.
Comrades - Safekeeper
Comrades stretches the boundaries of a genre often devoid of vocals, and in the process paints a subtle backdrop for the powerful music they perform. Read on for the full review.
May 5, 2014
The Museum - What We Stand For
The Museum release their new album 'What We Stand For' on May 6th, featuring the single 'Saved My Soul' and standout covers like 'Your Love Never Fails', 'Give Me Faith' and 'Stronger'. Here is the review.
May 1, 2014
Bethel Live - You Make Me Brave
Bethel Music have released their latest album, 'You Make Me Brave', featuring hit songs like 'Forever' and 'Come to Me' and other standouts like the title track, 'Shepherd' and 'I Belong to You'. Check out the review.
LNYX - Captivate EP
Check out this review of LNYX's debut EP, "Captivate."
April 30, 2014
Never Forsaken - The Journey Here
New comers Never Forsaken bring some straightforward rock with a female fronted edge. Produced by Travis Wyrick, "The Journey Here" will appeal to fans of Gretchen, Eowyn, Fireflight, and similar bands like Random Hero.
Passion - Take It All
Passion, a worship movement from Atlanta, Georgia, have released their annual album, 'Take it All'. Check out the review.
April 29, 2014
Prepared Like a Bride - Overcomer
“Overcomer”, the first full length album from Prepared Like a Bride, boasts an impressive mix of crushingly heavy and surprisingly melodic. All of this fronted by powerful vocals and immensely heartfelt lyrics.
April 28, 2014
Michael W. Smith - Hymns
Michael W. Smith has released his new album after a 4 year hiatus. Check out the review.
April 27, 2014
For a Season- Covers EP
For a Season, a worship/acoustic/rock band from Florida, have released their covers EP, with highlights like 'You Are' and 'Oceans'. Check out the review.
April 25, 2014
Kerrie Roberts - Come Back To Life EP
Indie/CCM artist Kerrie Roberts has just released her EP titled 'Come Back to Life'. Check out the review.
Stellar Kart - Frozen EP
Stellar Kart have released their new EP, with three cover songs from the Disney movie, 'Frozen'. Check out the review.
April 24, 2014
Michael Sweet - I'm Not Your Suicide
Stryper frontman Michael Sweet releases his latest solo album, "I'm Not Your Suicide." The hook? This one is also tied to his latest auto-biographical work "Honestly." Both release May 6th. Here is the review of the album portion of that one-two punch.
April 23, 2014
Let//Go - Let//Go EP
Hardcore band Let//Go have released their debut, self titled, independent EP. Released late last year, let's take a look at what the guys from Minnesota have to offer. Check out the review here.
The Beautiful Gate - We All Need Jesus
The Beautiful Gate, a ministry by missionary to Guatemala Dan Ucherek, have released their first album, 'We All Need Jesus'. Here is the review.
April 20, 2014
Sarah Reeves - Acoustic Worship Covers Vol. 1
Indie worship artist Sarah Reeves has released a 14 track covers worship album in March 2014. Check out the review.
April 19, 2014
Phil Wickham - The Ascension (Deluxe Edition)
Phil Wickham has released the deluxe edition of his 2013 album, The Ascension. Check out the review.
April 17, 2014
Francesca Battistelli - If We're Honest (Deluxe Edition)
Francesca Battistelli releases her 3rd album, 'If We're Honest', on April 22nd, featuring hit single 'Write Your Story' and other standouts like 'Giants Fall', 'Holy Spirit', 'He Knows My Name' and the title track. Check out the review.
April 16, 2014
Beth Hazel Farris - EP No. 1
Beth Hazel Farris, a new artist from New Orleans, has released her debut EP, simply titled EP No. 1, featuring 'Follow Me', recently recorded by Casting Crowns on their album Thrive. Check out the review.
April 15, 2014
No Punk Influences - Fight Within
After their recent signing to Thumper Punk Records, No Punk Influences brings us their newest effort, "Fight Within." With a raw, passionate sound, this release is sure to satisfy old school punk rockers. Check out the review here.
April 14, 2014
False Idle - California Or Bust EP
When punk goes acoustic, I get pretty pumped about it.
Chasing Light - I AM
The band stakes a claim to point everyone towards Christ, and I believe that's exactly what they've done with this collection of songs.
Rapture Ruckus - Invader Vol. I
A review of the latest offering from Rapture Ruckus.
April 13, 2014
Jessa Anderson - Whole
Jessa Anderson is back with a brand new album- this time done independently rather than on BEC Recordings. Here is the review of 'Whole', featuring standouts songs like 'Idols', the title track, and 'Everything'.
April 11, 2014
Shawn McDonald - Brave
Shawn McDonald releases his new album 'Brave' on April 15th, his first full length studio album in 3 years, featuring a remastered 'Through it All' and singles 'The End of the Day' and 'We Are Brave'. Check out the review.
April 9, 2014
The Remission Flow - Rhythms Of Grace
Remission Flow leaves me conflicted: Rhythm Of Grace still has vestiges of the cliché riddled CCM that drove me away from most mainstream worship acts, but they have a spark of creativity and a refreshing purpose behind their music that sets them far from the madding crowd.