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Look To You [CD/DVD]

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I have always been a Hillsongs fan, but less so concerning the United albums--they have always seemed a little too "punk" for me, usually containing at least one song I can barely stand to listen to because of a super racy rhythm, guitar lick, or otherwise "surfer" sound (although I do not doubt the worship intent of the performers).

The "Look to You" album was the first United Live CD where none of the songs stood out like that. It is not to be overlooked by adult worshippers. Some songs were definitely more youthful-sounding than others, and some had very hard rock parts interlaced with more serious sections, but all were truly worshipful and controlled--making it one of the best passionate worship albums we own. It is a great synthesis of praise and worship, and definitely finely crafted songs/lyrics--not trite or pop-sounding stuff. The songs do not overlap much on the other albums either, as has been the case in some Hillsongs in the past.

The DVD highlights the passion and authenticity, especially in "All I Need Is You" and "There is Nothing Like." "All for Love" is beautiful, sung by a girl charmingly similar and yet different from Darlene Zschesh. I was very impressed how involved but God-focused the performance was--no-one was flinging themselves at the stage, and no singer was trying to draw attention to themselves. This was really touching. The DVD is also very well done compared to other worship DVDs we own--very professional and artistic, if a little fast in scene movement. It does not contain all of the songs on the album, just six of them.

Overall, I'm really surprised and pleased with this United. I hope they continue in this vein.

Look to You is a continuation of several great releases by United. The music is alive and passionate, and the DVD brings to life the worship of Encounterfest. There are many powerful and moving songs on the album that have been used in my church and youth group. Another great sample of United's passionate worship.

For the last few years, Hillsong United has been capturing the energy and passion for Christ in the hearts of the growing Christian youth movement. United brings that trademark energy, love and passion to this album as well. While the album is excellent throughout, the two best songs are the first, "Salvation is Here" and the last, a jaw-dropping version of Rich Mullin's classic "Awesome God". The album is worth the price for those two songs alone, but the entire album is a perfect blend of United high-energy praise songs and Hillsongs' trademarked worship songs that truely lead you into the throneroom of the Almighty. This album truely expresses a move of God in the hearts of youth everywhere, and the album will be blessing to all who hear it.

I have been listening to Hillsong (and more recently Hillsong United) for the past 7 years. This is definitely one of their best works. Marty Simpson, front man for this group, is heavily involved on the majority of the tracks. I would gladly pay twice retail for this if I had to. Fantastic CD. Comes with a DVD of the same audio performance that is recorded. There are no weak tracks on this disc. The music has helped me to focus on the Lord as I make my way to and from work or when hanging out with friends. Standouts include tracks 1, 2, 4, 8, 10, 11, 13. None of the others are bad, these are just personal faves. God bless.

This album is the best I love it I can not stop listening to it. On another one of my reviews (I have one on Hillsong United United We Stand and Saviour King)(and now this one) I wrote that after I came home from Bible camp I watched Hillsong United on Youtube but when I decided that I had to get the CDs for CHRISTmas (I made CHRIST larger yes I know I ment it) and I was bumbed when I did not get them I (I wrote more on it on my Saviour King review) just had to deal with it till I got more money but anyway this album is outstanding plenty of Joel T. Houston :), Marty Sampson =}, Jonathan Douglas (J.D.), and like hundreds more (people of the Hillsong United band to many names, that and I do not know them )
so as I said on my other reviews GET READY TO HEAR GOD AND FEAL HIS PRESENCE!!!!!!

I love the digital age because you don't have to purchase a whole CD to get 2 good songs. However no need to worry on this album - digital or physical, you'll want the whole thing! Rarely do I encounter an album where a majority of the songs are good - let alone where every one is. Each and every song on this album is a masterpiece, from the title track "Look To You" to the United version of Awesome God. I highly recommend it - you won't be disappointed (I've had this album for a few years now, and I haven't tired of it).

I have heard of Hillsong many times before but dont think I have ever heard a Hillsong performance or song before today. In one day this album has become one of my favorites. Right up there with Michael W Smith "Worship". Helps you get your focus on God.

Good stuff!

This CD is awesome! The songs are uplifting and the music is very contemporary. Our whole family enjoys it!

Anyone young and looking for genuine young praise music should get this. God takes incredibly talented people and makes their talents multiply like crazy. an all of the music is so filled with worship for GOd. a must have, our youth group listens to this stuff all the time now.