Life Is Not a Snapshot

Josh Wilson | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (September 8, 2009)
• Original Release Date: 2009
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Sparrow
• ASIN: B002J0QDWI
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #29,779 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Good lyrics, music, and voice, January 9, 2010

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Christopher W. Morris - See all my reviews
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Josh Wilson has a way of sounding like all his songs could be radio hits without them being lame or coated with a plasticy pop-culture sheen. His lyrics are fairly original, true to the Bible, and well-crafted. The music and voice are pleasant to listen to. I wouldn't necessarily be surprised to see this young man's music make it 'mainstream.'

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5.0 out of 5 stars What I needed to Hear, December 8, 2009

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While driving home from my sister's house three hours away I happened to catch Josh Wilson on the radio. I tuned in to the station in the middle of his "Amazing Grace" rendition and was captivated by the song's haunting beauty. I kept listening to his interview hoping to catch the name of the artist to look up later. They finally it as he went into "Right in Front of Me". I started to cry while listening to it. Those two songs alone are worth buying this CD. Of course all the others are wonderful too, but those two have a powerful message and wonderful music. I ordered both this CD and his first, "Trying to Fit the Ocean in a Cup" as soon as I got home. If you are searching for God or just need a little reminding that we are not alone, you'll love this CD. I can't wait to hear what he comes out with next.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Short Second CD Worth Buying, September 21, 2009

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Mark Baker (Santa Clarita, CA United States) - See all my reviews
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I got and fell in love with Josh Wilson's debut CD last year, so when he released his short follow up, I had to get it. It is only seven tracks long, but it's also much cheaper than a full length CD, so it all evens out. And the songs here are well worth getting.

The CD actually opens with the Christmas influenced "Sing." It was actually part of an MP3 release he did last Christmas. But the song works well for the entire year. The song is a praise song to the God who has saved us, but also a reminder of how much we needed Him to save us. It's a nice mid tempo track that will get stuck in your head. Trust me, you won't mind.

The title is pulled from the next song, "Before the Morning." It's a pop ballad written to someone dealing with the struggles in life, reminding them that God is still there and will bring them through this challenge.

"Listen" and "How to Fall" are the upbeat tracks of the disc. The first is a very honest admission that he needs to listen to God more. The second is a very fun love song.

"Do You Want to Know" is really the only track I don't love here, but I have a feeling that is because it convicts me. The slower song is about the needs we overlook daily as we go about our lives.

"Right in Front of Me" is another slow song as Josh pleads with God for some proof to help ground his faith. It's a very honest song, and I identify with it more than I should.

The disc ends with a dueling guitar instrumental version of "Amazing Grace." It's very well done and great to listen to.

I always love it when a new artist releases a great second disc, and that's the case here. Josh's lyrics are still sharp and identifiable. There is a hint of rock in his pop/folk music that will continue to appeal to the fans he made with his first release. And if you are looking for a great new artist to try, look no further.