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Pieces of a Real Heart

Sanctus RealAudio CD
4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (45 customer reviews)

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Considering the average shelf life of most bands these days, it’s a particularly rare quality when a group not only sticks together for the long haul but maintains a strong sense of mission in the process. For Sanctus Real who began sixteen years ago in the basement of the home belonging to guitarist Chris Rohman’s parents, their purpose has never wavered even as musical trends ... Read more in Amazon's Sanctus Real Store

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  • Audio CD (March 9, 2010)
  • Original Release Date: 2010
  • Number of Discs: 1
  • Label: Sparrow Records
  • ASIN: B00361HVG6
  • In-Print Editions: MP3 Music
  • Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (45 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #9,026 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

1. Forgiven
2. These Things Take Time
3. The Way The World Turns
4. Lead Me
5. The Redeemer
6. Take Over Me
7. I Want To Get Lost
8. 'Til I Got To Know You
9. Dear Heart
10. I'll Show You How To Live
11. Keep My Heart Alive

Editorial Reviews

Sanctus Real returns with their new studio album Pieces of a Real Heart. Working with acclaimed producers Chris Stevens (TobyMac, Sanctus Real, Matthew West) and Jason Ingram & Rusty Varenkamp (Tenth Avenue North, Rush of Fools, Bebo Norman) this album finds the band maturing and growing as songwriters and individuals. Pieces of a Real Heart is the sound of a rock band retaining their aggressive edge but incorporating more diverse musical instrumentation and sounds Their debut single "Forgiven" explores the theme of forgiveness in a profound and simple way. "The working-out of forgiveness is so key to our growth and maturity as followers of Jesus," says lead singer Matt Hammitt. "The very idea that we have been forgiven for so much wrong - moves, reforms, transforms and heals us. As we were framing `Forgiven' around this concept, we realized that this was such a fundamental aim for all of us - to forgive and be forgiven." The standout track "Lead Me" is further evidence of the band's musical and lyrical growth, as the song follows a husband striving to lead his wife and family.

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Praise them and support them by buying legal downloads of their music. Sis  |  5 reviewers made a similar statement
Wonderful music and lyrics!! Kathy  |  9 reviewers made a similar statement
It's definitely one of the best Christian albums I've purchased in the past year. J. Watts  |  6 reviewers made a similar statement
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35 of 36 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Sanctus Real [Pieces of a Real Heart] March 10, 2010
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Popularly known for its captivating recordings and live performances, Toledo, Ohio-based Sanctus Real's breakthrough album, The Face of Love, released in April 2006, landing at No. 2 on the Billboard Top Heetseekers chart and amassing a string of radio hits including the No. 1 songs "I'm Not Alright" and "Don't Give Up." While The Face of Love was inspired by real-life heartache and rediscovered joy, the band's fourth studio release, We Need Each Other, marked a completion of that healing process and is a call for unity. Award-winning band Sanctus Real gave fans an early preview of its upcoming, fifth studio album Pieces of A Real Heart with its brand new song, "Forgiven," which has already been a Top 10 hit at radio.

If you like the new, softer sounding "Forgiven," then you will absolutely love the entire new album. Personally, I'd say Sanctus Real's songs have matured along with the band members, similar to Switchfoot in that way. However, if you're looking for edgy rock songs like "Everything About You," "I'm Not Alright" and "Turn On The Lights" you won't really find them on this album with maybe the exception of "Take Over Me," which is one of the rockers on the album. If you liked radio hits "Something Heavenly," "Face Of Love" and "Don't Give Up," then you'll love this album, which is chock full of radio-friendly yet very personal and engaging songs including "These Things Take Time," "Lead Me" and "The Redeemer." "These Things Take Time" got me moving in a similar way to hit song "Don't Give Up." "The Way The World Turns" completes a trilogy of songs that all focus on the topic of faithfulness and the challenges in our walks as Christians to accept and give forgiveness, and also seeking Truth and Hope.
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13 of 15 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome Album May 9, 2010
By Dave S.
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The Song "Lead Me" is one of the most powerful songs on marriage ever written! GET this CD, you will not be disappointed.
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10 of 11 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars The entire family enjoyed this album July 3, 2010
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I orginally purcahsed this record after hearing 'Lead Me' on Air1. I was pleasantly suprised at how well the entire album is. Even my husband who doesn't really like Christian music enjoys the song Lead Me and the entire album. Currently the album is in the 16 year old sons room.
I am looking forward to more music from this artist.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Good for my soul December 24, 2011
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I have to say this band has hit it on the head for any Christian who feels it when they fall short of perfection. We strive. We cry. We get back up. The music is inspirational, the words are humbling. I plug it in to get my day stared = )
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5.0 out of 5 stars No Brainer! March 19, 2011
By Sis
Format:MP3 Music
Its simple if it says Sanctus Real on the CD just buy it. The lead singer has a distinctive voice backed up by an equally awesome band. Praise them and support them by buying legal downloads of their music.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Very good February 16, 2011
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I just created a Pandora station for Switchfoot and what was the 2nd group that it played? Sanctus Real. I liked the song so much that went directly to Amazon and downloaded the album. The entire album is awesome. It is definitely a blessing to me as I'm going through some difficult times. The songs lift me up.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great! January 20, 2011
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This is probably their best album in my opinion. Not only are all of the songs great, but this Deluxe version includes acoustic versions of many of the songs. For those unfamiliar with their sound I would say it compares well to Goo Goo Dolls' sound. Enjoy!
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3 of 4 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Met My Highest Expecations March 13, 2010
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To get to the point, Sanctus Real has nearly abandoned their rock edge and in its place is an album filled with radio friendly pop/rock songs, with the exception of "Take Over Me". This is not a bad thing, in fact it is up to par with their other phenomenal albums.

Despite the lack of the anthemic songs such as "Everything About You", "I'm Not Alright" or a personal favorite "Sink Or Swim", Pieces of A Real Heart is still a refreshing listen. Songs like "These Things Take Time", "I Want to Get Lost", "The Redeemer", and "The Way The World Turns" are all upbeat songs and extremely catchy. "These Things Take Time", being the most upbeat song on the album, ironically deals with some heavy material. "I want to know why pain makes me stronger. I want to know why good men die. Why am I so afraid of the dark, but I stray from the light?... Tell me is it easier to doubt or harder to believe?"

The song "Forgiven" is gaining a lot of attention, and for good reason. It starts off with a banjo and a xylophone, quiets to a nice piano, and picks up for the chorus. It is definitely a highlight off the album.

This is arguably Sanctus Real's most personal album to date (the comparison being The Face of Love). In the song "Lead Me" Hammitt is essentially asking Christ to lead him so that he can lead his wife and his daughters. All of the songs off this album have potential to be heard on the radio, but for the song "Dear Heart" it is inevitable. The idea of the song is that Hammitt is writing a letter to his own heart, telling it that it has let him down. It's an interesting concept that turns out to be one of the highlights of the album. "I'll Show You How To Live" is another personal song to his daughters.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars This is a great CD
I was very pleased with this purchase. There is not a song on this CD that I didn't like. Great purchase.
Published 2 months ago by Dailey
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic album!
There really aren't any bad songs on this album, and the songs that are on it are inspirational. If you're considering purchasing this, buy the CD with AutoRip. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Steven DiTrapani
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Great Great
Lead Me is one of the most insirational songs I have ever heard. We should all follow the "lead" of that song
Published 4 months ago by Satisfied
5.0 out of 5 stars Good CD
Received product much sooner than expected; quality was great and nothing broken. Was exactly what I expected with no problems.
Published 4 months ago by pib
5.0 out of 5 stars "Xmas gift
This was a requested CD for my daughter. She is a avid lover of christian music, and this is one she put on a list of possible items to purchase. She is very pleased.
Published 5 months ago by Ruth J
5.0 out of 5 stars good cd
this was a very good cd to listen to. Its a christian cd with a little rock. I like alot of songs on it.
Published 5 months ago by Amy Kyall
5.0 out of 5 stars Passion of a real heart for God!!!
Sanctus reak has a way of getting across a deep passion and love for God in way that everyone can relate to. This is an album that portrays that love so poetically yet so simply. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Justin Dammeier
4.0 out of 5 stars Looked okay when opened
I can't quite rate this well. It was given as a gift, so I don't know how well it worked. It looked to be brand new when it was opened, though, so I'm assuming it was in good... Read more
Published 5 months ago by Leah H Wattenphul
5.0 out of 5 stars Definitely a buy
This is a definite buy. I can put it on in the background when I'm driving to work or consider it when I want a more in depth experience.
Published 5 months ago by NightOwl
4.0 out of 5 stars Packing care
Love the CD but the case arrived broken. Better care should be taken when packing especially this time of year.
Published 6 months ago by JML
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