Customer Reviews

Phenomenon

5 star:		(84)
4 star:		(8)
3 star:		(3)
2 star:		(3)
1 star:		(4)

 

 

You probably wouldn't even know they are Christian if you just listen to the music. But the record label they are on (Tooth & Nail) is a dead giveaway. The music mixes hard-rock with a little nu-metalish influence and a clean vocalist that fits the bands musical style. At times, the vocalist reminds me of the vocalist from Adema, and the music, at times, is similar to P.O.D. or Pillar, except the vocalist doesn't rap on this album like on their debut.

Also, the drummer, on certain songs, can get really complex. Sometimes it sounds like he's using a double-kick (but I don't think he does), and it gives the songs a nice beat that sounds really good and interesting. The bass, however, is probably the least impressive, since he just mostly follows what the guitar is doing. He does have some interesting lines, though, in the beginning of some songs where the guitar isn't being played, so the bassist still shares some of the spotlight on this album.

The lyrics on this album seem to have a religious 'feel' to them, but not so much that it would make TFK sound preachy. The lyrics have a positive and uplifting message, while still keeping the songs upbeat, catchy, and fun to listen to.

Some things that kind of bothered me, though, is that some of the songs sound a bit too similar. You could switch the vocal tracks around with different songs and it would sound good, but too similar. This album would have been fantastic if TFK would have made some of the songs sound more distinct and different from each other, but they still do a good job overall. This album is still a very good listen and would be enjoyable for Christians and nonChristians alike.

As most people have probably never heard ot his band Thousand Foot Krutch, I view them as one of the best bands I've ever heard. Their album entitled Phenomenon is just what their music sounds like. Being a Christian rock band in the world today, they are not viewed on the popular places of Tv such as MTV or VH1.
However, that has not stopped one famous song from being heard by many people on this album entitled "Rawkfist". It has been heard by religous people, everyday listeners and could probably be used at a party for drinking music. the sound of this song "Rawkfist" is explosive and gives you the same feeling when you're in the middle of a mosh-pit.
Other songs such as "This is a Call" or "Ordinary" display their views upon life and are not quite as heavy as "Rawkfist". These two have more of a mellow-rock sound but still nothing to try to fall asleep to.
Being a religoius groud, they include messages in their music instead of your death matel yelling and screaming band of how they hate life and are all doped up on drugs. They write songs about living for God and growing up as a Christian. They explain siutations of teenagers and some of the outcomes they choose when they're faced with hard choices in life.
On this album, Phenomenon, their music ranges from hard rock, to light guitar and drums to some screaming. Songs such as "Bounce" and "I Climb", have some of your typical screaming, but in a controlling state, which acually sounds decent. Even then, however, when they're yelling, Thousand Foot Krutch is still trying to send a message, but in a more powerful state of singing perhaps to get the point across a little heavier.
Being viewed as a Christian rock band does not give anyone the right to view them as your stereotypical alleluia, praise the lord type of gospel music. It's not gospel and they are not trying to convert people. They play rock music and most of their songs are about life choices in which most teenagers can relate to and therefore listen to them. I give them a 5 star rating on lyrics, music and performance. These guys are good.

Thousand Foot Krutch is one of the best christian rock bands out there. Here is a synopsis on a few of the songs on the album:

1. Phenomenon - This song is a technical miracle, with everything from subtle palm muted guitsr, to a hard hitting chorus. Great song.

4. This is a Call - A beautiful and touching song that really hits home to real people. Lyrically brilliant and musically moving.

5. Rawkfist - A pump up kick you in the face rap rock song. All there is to it.

Thats it. Buy it now.

THIS CD IS BETTER THAN GREAT I COULD LISTEN TO THIS CD SEVERAL TIMES OVER WITHOUT SKIPPING A TRACK AND THIS CD IS REALLY DIVERSE THERE ARE TRACKS WITH RAPPING SUCH AS "RAWKFIST" AND "ORDINARY" THERE ARE TRUE METAL SONGS "BREAK THE SILENCE" AND "QUICKEN" THIS CD ALSO HAS A SLOWER SONG "THIS IS A CALL" THE CD IS DEFINITELY HAS A POSITIVE MESSAGE(LISTEN TO "FAITH LOVE HAPPINESS")


1 PHENOMENON 8/10
2 STEP TO ME 9/10
3 LAST WORDS 9/10
4 THIS IS A CALL 8.5/10
5 RAWKFIST 12/10
6 FAITH LOVE HAPPINESS 8/10
7 I CLIMB 7.9/10
8 QUICKEN 10/10
9 NEW DESIGN 8/10
10 BOUNCE 10/10
11 ORDINARY 10/10
12 BREAK THE SILENCE 11/10

BUY THIS CD

As a lover of all music and all different genres, this is my favorite album to date. I received this album as a gift for Christmas and have listened to it, probably over 200 times. I usually listen to it once a day while I work-out. If you like hard rock/alternative/nu-metal do yourself a favor and get this c.d. I am just very impressed and am cannot wait for the "Art of Breaking" album to come out July 19th. People might be thrown off because they are a christian band, but just listen to a few songs and you are totally jacked up and up-beat. Funny how music can do that to you.

If I could give this more stars I would, its just a wonderful gift of music.

What a great CD! I had never heard of TFK before I went to Acquire the Fire but when I heard them in concert they rocked. My friend got this CD and I probably listened to it more then him. If you're thinking about getting this CD do so. And if you have the chance to see them in concert do so. Also, I would like to say that the three best songs on the CD are "Last Words", "Phenomenon", and "Rawkfist". All of which I heard in concert. I wasn't big into christian music (besides Switchfoot) until I heard these guys. Now, that is almost all I listen to. Well, in conclusion, don't hesitate to buy this CD. Thanks for reading my review.

This album is one of my all-time favorites. I cannot wait until TFK releases another album! Heavy, melodic, great lyrics, awesome guitar and vocals. This album is the entire package.

This CD gets my blood pumping! My favorite tracks are 1-5, especially the title track "Phenomenon", and "Rawkfist". The latter has a bit of a rap vibe to it, as does "Bounce", another one that I like. All the songs are good, but some of them I had to listen to a few times before I liked them. But not the first 5.
An underlying Christian message, but not obvious. I gave it to my stepbrother, just telling him they were a metal band, not Christian, so that he would actually listen to it. You have to listen a few times before you hear it, but it's there. So you can listen to it with your kids in the car, no guilt.
If you like to listen to hard, loud rock but don't like cringing at negative or profane lyrics, PICK IT UP.

To the guy below me:You obviously don't appreciate what TFK is doing here.Criticizing their music and how Trevor sings is horribly wrong.There is nothing illegal with uniqueness or what God has blessed them with.To my readers:BUY THIS CD!!! You will thank me later.This CD has powerful lyrics and a great voice to go along with it.I guarantee you will listen to this CD a hundred times if you have a great taste in music.Remember..powerful lyrics,great voice,and a guarantee to remember! You will not regret buying this CD,nor will you be disappointed. TFK RAWKS!!!

This is my first review, and I have over 200 cds, so that shows you how much I have enjoyed this band. I didn't even know that TFK was a christian band before I fell in love with them. I am not a hardcore christian or anything, but i do notice it in their creative lyrics, and I like it. I been listening to them nonstop since I got their CD. I've never heard their first CD but will probably look into it after reading the reviews on it. I noticed a couple people said that this puts the new POD cd to shame and I have to say that I agree to this. This CD is impressive both musically and lyrically, which is hard for a band to accomplish.

Favorite songs: Rawkfist (their Single), Faith, Love, and Happiness, Phenomenon, This Is A Call....ah, they're all growing on me, I honestly love them all.

There's not many CDs from start to finish, but this is one of them! I'm listening to them even as I type this review. I'm really looking forward to future music from TFK.

"It's TFK, we rock the party, and keep the party jumpin' in an old school way!"