Sanctus Real returns with their new studio album Pieces of a Real Heart. Working with acclaimed producers Chris Stevens (Tobymac, Sanctus Real, Matthew West) and Jason Ingram & Rusty Varenkamp (Tenth Avenue North, Rush of Fools, Bebo Norman) this album finds the band maturing and growing as songwriters and individuals. Pieces of a Real Heart is the sound of a rock band retaining their aggressive edge but incorporating more diverse musical instrumentation and sounds – as heard on the debut single “Forgiven”.
With over 350,000 career units sold, Sanctus Real has a strong radio history with 6 #1 CHR singles, 6 Top 5 singles and 2 AC Top 20 singles. Their debut single “Forgiven” is already connecting with radio listeners, and explores the theme of forgiveness in a profound and simple way. “The working-out of forgiveness is so key to our growth and maturity as followers of Jesus,” says lead singer Matt Hammitt. “The very idea that we have been forgiven for so much wrong moves, reforms, transforms and heals us. As we were framing ‘Forgiven’ around this concept, we realized that this was such a fundamental aim for all of us – to forgive and be forgiven.”
The standout track “Lead Me” is further evidence of the band’s musical and lyrical growth, as the song follows a husband striving to lead his wife and family. Already getting a strong response live, the song will further connect with listeners when it’s released to radio in early 2010.
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Nice :)| Posted March 02, 2010
I really like the signature sound of Sanctus Real :) It's great to hear some new stuff from you guys. I especially love that I was familiar with one of the songs before I heard it here, I didn't realize that song was from this album. I love how you guys have different sounds from song to song. Keep up the good work!
Pieces another Grammy nominee| Posted March 02, 2010
Pieces of a Real Heart is another amazing album from Sanctus Real. Songs like 'Forgiven' and 'Lead Me' are amazing but sure hits will include 'Redeemer' and 'I'll Show You How To Live'. This is an amazing CD as none of them sound the same but yet flow beautifully.
Sanctus Real, Pieces Of A Real Heart| Posted March 02, 2010
I found myself listening more intenting to the lyrics of this album than other Christian albums. The lyrics are not strange either, they cover subjects everyone can relate to.
Stellar| Posted March 01, 2010
This album is softer and smoother than their previous "We Need Each Other." It shows a nice change of pace, and is definitely something I look forward to adding to my collection.
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