Big Blue Sky

Bebo Norman | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (May 15, 2001)
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Essential
• ASIN: B00005ABMZ
• Also Available in: Audio Cassette  |  MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #58,528 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The guy still has it!, September 20, 2001

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"kkinsa" (The Alamo City) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Big Blue Sky (Audio CD)

The first time I heard any of the tunes on this great cd was at the opening concert of his current tour. I could not wait to get the cd.

As you read in the other reviews, the makeup and sound of this cd is not the same as "Ten Thousand Days". In my opinion, it is an easier and more interesting listen. I love his "...Days" cd, but there isn't the diversity of styles and tempos on it like Big Blue Sky has! If you like the simple tunes showcasing Bebo's voice ---they are here. If you hunger for driving pop tunes----they are here. If you want love songs----they are here. The good thing is that HIS incredible lyrics are here as well!

All of this man's music is worth listening to. No matter what the style is, Bebo is still Bebo and he's still cranking out songs that make me long for more!!

If you have a chance to see him in concert and meet him, you will become even more of a fan, like I have!

~~BEBO ROCKS~~

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An evolving sound, an absolute delight!, October 8, 2002

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No one of consequence (Cincinnati) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Big Blue Sky (Audio CD)

I definitely saw a noticeable difference from "Ten Thousand Days" to "Big Blue Sky," but it's not a bad change at all. In the earlier album, Bebo's sound is much more natural and acoustic, the lyrics more poetic and soulful. On this CD, there are still strong traces of the acoustic balladeer in several songs, like "Sons & Daughters" or "Perhaps She'll Wait" (my personal favorite on this album), but also a bit stronger showing of the more pop sound that peeked out in "Stand." This is most evident in the opening few tracks, with lively tunes like "I Am" and "Cover Me," and the very witty and spritely "Underneath."

I can't say that Bebo's sound really changes, so much as his balance or emphasis tends to tip more in favor of the more "rockish" style that I already knew was lurking in him, just waiting to come out. Still, I think the balance on "Big Blue Sky" is a bit of an improvement over the nearly unbroken folk sound of "Ten Thousand Days." Either way, this guy has an awesome talent and a great heart for the Lord, and I doubt there will be many listeners who aren't delighted by what they hear.

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars different... but still good,, May 16, 2001

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"kaylafaith" (Morgan Hill, CA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Big Blue Sky (Audio CD)

This project is good, let's get that straight.

It's also very different from his last excellent cd, Ten Thousand Days. Bebo's newest contains some similarities to recent releases. Like Jen Knapp's sophomore album Lay It Down, the production is heavier and more polished. And interestingly, like Derek Webb's contribution to Caedmon's Call's Long Line of Leavers, there are several love songs. Maybe Bebo's headed for the altar too. :-)

But his trademark songwriting talent still remains, and that gift, coupled with his wonderful voice, makes for some great mellow listening. some highlights are 'Tip of my Heart', 'Where You Are', and 'Perhaps She'll Wait'.

If you've never heard of Bebo, I would reccoment taking a listen to Ten Thousand Days as well. If you are already a fan, enjoy!