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Rise

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I,too, wondered how 429 could make a Cd as good as their first but I must admit that they did it.They are truly motivated and their words and music excel so many that are their contemporaries.

I love this CD. It's the second Building 429 CD I've bought, and I actually like this BETTER! If you take this CD and add Glory Defined off of their first album, you would have a perfect CD.
LOVE IT!

It's funny to read reviews where people say how much of an improvement B429 has made as a band since their debut album. In all actuality, "Rise" is about as close to their original sound as they've gotten on a CD. I've been following the band since 2001, which means I first heard them live, in concert, and have been to at least 10 concerts by them. They are now, as they have always been, a top-notch live band. The harder, more aggressive sound on "Rise" is actually reflective of the sound they've had in concert for the past 5 years. They put out 3 CDs before "Rise," and I can honestly say "Rise" is closest to their live sound they've gotten in the studio. I was slightly disappointed at "Space in Between," because it was NOT reflective of the power of their live performance. It was watered down, in my opinion. "Rise" is definately their redemption from that. I would suggest to anyone who purchased SIB and "Rise", and hasn't seen them live, to go to a concert soon and experience them. You'll find this "different" sound on "Rise" really isn't that different at all.

this is an awesome album. i listen to their first cd a couple of days ago and that one rocked and then i got this one and it rocks too. just as good as the first.great christian music.

If you liked the first album you will surely like this one. Building 429 had a reputation to live upto with a hit debut album and winning an award for artist of the year at the GMA's and they've risen to the occasion. Where as the debut showcased a generic accoustic style of rock "Rise" is heavier and more edgier with more of a grunge type sound. The song writing has improved too. This just doesnt feel anything like the debut but will still please fans of building 429 as they will enjoy the progress the band has made inbetween the debut and this album. Take a listen for yourself and you will see how much these guys have matured as musicians.

I purchased this album on the release date because I could not wait to listen to the new songs and with good reason. This album is absolutely fabulous! It is even better than their first realease. "I Belong To You" is one of my favorite songs on this album. I recommend this album to one and all. I can't wait for even more great music from these rising artists!

This CD is a prime example of how rock music can be used for God's glory! I like over half the tracks on this album and can honestly say that I plan to listen to this CD in the future. My favorite song is "Fearless" which encourages Christians to give their all for God and be fearless in spreading His message of love. Overall, a good CD full of awesome rock melodies that you can learn to love!

Overall the album isn't quite as good as Glory Defined. The song Because You're Mine is easily the best on the cd and has the same harmonies as Space Between Us. Also I'm really liking the harder edge they picked up for Rise and Empty (the only two heavy songs on the cd). However, most of the songs seem a little too hectic, as if too many instruments and different vocals and beats are going on at the same time and therefore, it never quite comes together. Rise, Empty, Because You're Mine, and the lesser Searching For A Savior are pretty much the standouts. Also, they really killed Blessid Union of Souls' "I Believe". The point of a remake is to do it better...not worse. Not a bad album but I truly expected better.