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The beauty is not hard to find | Posted January 02, 2009
What separated the Esterlyn’s debut project, Lamps, from other pop/rock acts was the passion of lead singer’s Luke Cadwell’s voice and his artistic songwriting. One thing that that is not lacked on Mending the Meaning acoustic EP, is the vocals and the lyrics which is only amplified in the five song EP.
With the intention of keeping things simple teaming up with producer Rob Hawkins (Fireflight, Nevertheless, Jackson Waters) certainly was not a bad thing. The strings of the first song, “sweet love”, are finely tuned and are reminiscent of Jon Forman’s solo EPs which and allow listeners to easily listen to the well crafted lyrics’ that speak of God’s grace (I stop again take a breath/I think about my past regrets /A smile breaks and finds a place,/In this valley I see your grace’.). The piano driven "Esther" is an epic track where Cadwells vocals shine and where message of God’s faithfulness to the weak is passionate rather than cliche.
The vocal hooks is strong spot on virtually all points on Mending the Meaning but particularly on the acoustic guitar led “beauty to be found. The soft “how great is your love” is very complex using the most verity of instruments that enhance the melancholy tone of the lyrically simple tune. The contrast to “how great is your love” is free the light” where Cadwell’s vocals take precedence over the music to drive a song with a “lamps” like message (‘Won’t you free the light/Let it come inside/Fall to your knees/Surrender your life… Can this life be new/Could it be the one to change you’).
The music is well crafted but the passionate lyrics are really where Esterlyn strikes gold again. Great ballads such as these will be an excellent addition to the band’s arsenal. Those who want more of Jon Forman’s guitar driven acoustic ballads should look up Meaning the Meaning Acoustic EP.
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Excellent | Posted August 13, 2010
This is thoroughly a pleasant album to listen to. It's not very long, but the lyrics are quite meaningful and the sound is beautiful. Usually I don't get too much into EP's but this is one that I would like to get.
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pretty good | Posted August 12, 2010
All i can say is good job Esterlyn. This band is great and they remind of legendary bands like Switchfoot and Needtobreathe. I definetley recommend you get this album.
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i LoVe It | Posted August 12, 2010
this album is very soft and acoustic. it's very calming and encouraging. the vocals are top-notch and soothing. the music is beautiful and the sound is resonating.
Definitely check it out.
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love it | Posted August 04, 2010
i absolutely love this release from esterlyn! from the first time i heard them play "esther" live i loved them. this ep is so beautiful, so meaningful, and one that you will definitely love! :)
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greatest band ever! | Posted June 08, 2010
this is the ever i love how the lead singer knows his way around the vocals. its amasing how a local band (to my stat/city)is ginna be sooo famouse. i saw esterlyn at ATF (aquire the fire) and i have loved them since
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Esther | Posted May 03, 2010
This acoustic EP by Esterlyn is simply beautiful. It's raw, genuine and worshipful. Luke Caldwell's vocals are amazing and heartfelt.
The song "Esther" is a touching song about God's love for those who are unloved and a prayer for us to be able to care for them too.
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