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Your Gateway to Music and More from a Christian Perspective Slow down as you approach the gate, and have your change ready.... |
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Days Ahead
Artist: BDA Label: Creative Trust Workshop Length: 12/4:32 BDA comes from Greenville College, which also produced Jars of Clay. It should come as no surprise, then, that their debut album has some Jars of Clay tone to it, or that two band members list that group among their chief influences. But there is also a rougher, edgier sound to their music that makes their sound somewhere between pop rockers Third Eye Blind, and influential smartpop band Toad the Wet Sprocket. “Love is Here,” reminding Christians they are never alone, perhaps is the best example of this song. Other listeners to this disc thought this was a Jars song, until Matt Jones’ vocals kicked in. “Truth Found You,” my personal favorite, flips the traditional idea of people finding God, pointing out that He actively seeks time with us. “Don’t Be Long” feels like a stripped down version of Third Day, while “All To Thee” is the ballad of the disc, almost hymn-like in its approach and sound. “Mystery of You” lyrically recalls Rich Mullins “Hard to Get”, pointing out that God is impossible to understand fully, and testifying about man’s need for faith. BDA will resonate with young adults and high schoolers, and those who are looking for pop with an edge to it. Better Days Ahead? Very possible, if this album is any indication. Brian A. Smith
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