Sleepy-Head Artist: Room Full of Walters Label: Word Time: 12/47:51 They sound reminiscent of the Wallflowers in some places and Weezer in others, but Room Full of Walters is truly an amalgation of many of the various self-proclaimed sub-genres of alternative music... and depending on who you talk to, this could be either their greatest strength or greatest weakness. Nonetheless, the band brings a new flavor to Christian music with their thought-provoking lyrics and fresh sound. While the album certainly has its "inspirational" points, it has enough fun, catchy rock hooks to keep the attention of even the most skeptical listener. The second track, "Pete's a Rocket Scientist," is a prime example of this as is the title track, "Sleepyhead" :
I think you better pick them up... Three Coins in the fountain Father Son and Holy Ghost... Three Coins in the fountain Three things you need the most... By Corey Welton
Sleepy-Head is the first national release for this foursome
from Witchita, Kansas, although they have had three prior indie releases,
which certainly shows they have staying power and commitment. The
band consists of Alan Austin (drums and vocals), Mark Scheltgen (guitars
and vocals), Kurt Stark (bass), and Jamie Woodson (guitar and lead vocals).
Lyrically, Sleepy-Head sees the band changing their lyrical focus
from general relationships to relationships centered on Christ. The
most interesting song has the catchy title "Jefferey Dahlmer Went to Heaven."
The lyrics talk about how any one can accept Christ and go to heaven. An
album of fresh, interesting, and Christ-centered lyrics, matched with some
good hard, melodic modern rock--we have the makings of a hit here.
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