Church Music is arguably David Crowder*Band's their most innovative effort to date. Packed full with 17 tracks, the band's aim was for this album to serve as a reminder of the continual evolvement of music within the Church.
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Phos Hilaron (Hail Gladdening Light)
02.
Alleluia, Sing
03.
The Nearness
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Shadows
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Eastern Hymn
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SMS (Shine)
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The Veil
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We Are Loved
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All Around Me
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How He Loves
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Can I Lie Here
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Birmingham (We Are Safe)
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Church Music - Dance(!)
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What A Miracle
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Oh, Happiness
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God Almighty, None Compares
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In The End (O Resplendent Light!)
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David Crowder On "Church Music" (Not On Album)
Church Music Soothes the Soul| Posted October 25, 2009
I am at a place where I am spiritually dry. I got Church Music because I am going to see DCB in concert next month in Atlanta. This album is soothing to my soul. I especially love "Eastern Hymn", "All Around Me", and "How He Loves". Thank you for writing music that stays on one's mind and points to the Giver of Peace.
David is Amazing... Again| Posted September 22, 2009
I just got this today and it is all I have listened to. David and the guys from Waco have outdone themselves. The Lord has blessed them greatly! Crowder's fans will not be disappointed. I cannot wait to see what he does with this in his live set.
WARNING... you may hate this CD| Posted September 22, 2009
As much as it pains me to say this, chances are very good that you will not like this CD on your first listen, if ever. However this worship album, is possibly one of the best worship albums ever put together! It is groundbreaking and sadly controversial. As an employee at a small Christian bookstore in the North East, I hear alot of opinions about music, and in the nearly 24 hours that this CD has been on the shelves, I have heard more negative feedback about it than say Derek Webb's new (and more legitimately controversial) album, which I have heard a fair ammount of negativity around also! The general consensus is that "It's Techno, Dance, Electronic yuck! Not WORSHIP!" And as DCB redily points out, anything showing admiration and praise to our Savior and Creator is considered worship in His eyes. NOW that I have that out of the way, I would like to tell you why you WILL like the album.
Church Music, is a genuine and heart felt Electronic/Techno/Rock worship project that is sure to stun even some long time DCB fans. The songs on the album are sewn together with precision and is truly a delight to listen to. The album features guest vocals from five of Christian rocks most angelic voices, Lacey Mosley (of Flyleaf fame, and she brings a bit of Flyleaf along with her, her signature scream is subtly slipped into "The Nearness") and the four very talented young ladies from the band Eisley. And if for any reason their bands crash and burn, the ladies would be a very welcome addition to DCB in my opinion. The vocals as a whole from DCB members and non-members alike are ethereal. Musically the band has never been better, take The Nearness as an example. The song is a complex and up-tempo wonder that is tied together exquisitely.
From beginning to end (an epic 70+ minutes), Church Music delivers the goods, and again, in my opinion, is one of DCB's best albums, one of the best of the year for sure, and one that history will look on favorably.
Church Music for the Living| Posted September 21, 2009
I must confess to knowing little of DCB. I've heard a few songs, enough to know that they are a Modern Worship style band, pretty basic rock and roll. Good music, but my expectations were sort of low. I pity the grandma that is going to pick up this CD based on the title. Church Music Indeed, only if your church happens to be a dance club.
Church Music finds the David Crowder Band at their best with a Techno/Electronica/Dance masterpiece. If that scares you, this album isn't for you. I'm sure the Oak Ridge boys would love your business. I L-O-V-E this Album. This is 17 Cuts! of Dance Worship. From Phos Hilaron to In The End this album barely takes a breath. My Favorites are The Nearness, Shadows, The Veil, How He Loves and the British Sounding Oh Happiness. Bad Songs. I know of none. A Hard Review to write, only because it's very hard to type while you're dancing.
Church Music makes my very short list of Perfect Albums (There are under 10). Sorry Hawk Nelson (Boo NRT for pulling DCB's stream early), but if you want to Live Life Loud, you'll get Church Music.
Church Music Lives Up to Its Hype| Posted September 21, 2009
I just got done listening to the preview of Crowder's Church Music (thanks newreleasetueday for the preview!!). From despair to hope, want and plenty, sorrow and joy, the DCB has covered the entire spectrum on this new masterpiece.
The layering of the synths, heavy guitars, and rhythmns create a wide open sound that keeps you going. Not to mention the lyrics are great(as usual). Well worth the buy.
David Crowder Band, Church Music| Posted September 17, 2009
This album was a pleasant surprise. It has a totally different music sound from anything I have ever heard, but I liked it. Over this different music, you could still hear and understand all of the lyrics.
Great Stuff| Posted September 16, 2009
More great stuff from the Jeremy Bush* Band... once again the band has out done them self in producing a quality song collection. It's vintage Jeremy and yet new and fresh. Fans will not be disappointed.
Who Knew DCB could Dance!?!?!| Posted September 16, 2009
This is an AWESOME album from beginning to end. When I first read the title, I thought that these guys bowed to the masses and did a traditional praise and worship album like so many of their peers. Thank goodness they kept true to themselves and put out another album chock full of their unique stylings. These tracks cover the gamut from traditional DCB "pop" to a more dance-influenced club sound and even foray into an all-out rock fest. Through it all, the lyrics are definitely uplifting and encouraging. These guys constantly lift up praise to God and encourage their listeners to listen in and join the ride. This is one to listen to over and over and over...Enjoy!
Church Music| Posted September 15, 2009
I totally love the whole album! It is completely Crowder material. Awesome music to listen to about our wonderful King! The sound of the music is inspiring, makes you want to jump, raise your hands to the King.
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