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NeedtobreatheMP3 Music
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  • This version contains: 14 songs and 1 digital booklet
  • Original Release Date: August 21, 2009
  • Format - Music: MP3, Digital Booklet PDF
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Product Details

  • Original Release Date: August 21, 2009
  • Release Date: August 21, 2009
  • Label: Atlantic Records
  • Copyright: 2009 Atlantic Recording Corporation for the United States and WEA International Inc. for the world outside of the United States
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  • Total Length: 49:40
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  • ASIN: B002LCAY7E
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (81 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,077 Paid in MP3 Albums (See Top 100 Paid in MP3 Albums)

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4.8 out of 5 stars
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4.8 out of 5 stars
Great job, guys! J. Pate  |  24 reviewers made a similar statement
Simply put, this is one of the best albums of the year. Mac Man  |  23 reviewers made a similar statement
Most Helpful Customer Reviews
40 of 41 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars "Outsiders" No More August 26, 2009
Format:Audio CD
Things are about to get a lot bigger for the guys from Needtobreathe. They successfully avoided the dreaded "sophomore slump" with their stellar, Dove-award-nominated album, The Heat, back in 2007. Songs from that album appeared in movies, TV shows, and even on ESPN. Now, their third studio release, The Outsiders, showcases a band that has found its identity: outsiders who don't fit neatly into anyone's boxes, but can connect with most. Masterfully blending earnest lyrics with elements of southern rock and a modern rock sound all their own, Needtobreathe has produced easily their finest work to date, and possibly the best rock record of the year thus far.

Fans of The Heat will recognize all the stylistic components that made that record fantastic, but production, musicianship, and song-writing have all improved here, the result being an extremely professional-sounding record that doesn't lose the gritty, southern rock feel. The album leads off with the title track, and the acoustic-driven "Valley of Tomorrow," both of which would have fit right in on The Heat.

"Through Smoke" follows and shows the improved and diverse song-writing skills of the band. Pounding drums, along with subtle guitars and piano support the glorious vocals of Bear Rinehart as he sings of seeing truth through confusion and doubt. Rinehart has one of the best rock voices I've ever heard, and his voice sounds spectacular here. The crescendo, with group vocals and even a harmonica, is simply beautiful and leads right into the current single, "Lay `Em Down." This is straight-up southern rock, hand claps and foot stomps included.
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25 of 27 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Too good not to review it. August 30, 2009
Format:Audio CD
First I need to say I am a music lover. I purchase at least one new album each week. I don't consider myself any kind of authority on what "good" music is versus "bad" music, but I love music for how it makes me feel- the beat, the lyrics, the feel, the way it challenges me or moves me. Whatever. This is the first album I have ever reviewed on amazon, and although I know music is subjective, I don't see how anyone can not like this music. Whether you listen as a Christ-follower or not (I am, my husband is not, and even he can't help toe-tapping when I've got it playing in the background), the songs are powerful, moving, and in a lot of cases, just plain fun. I should probably say that probably 90% or more of the music I purchase and listen to is NOT Christian rock- usually I am not a huge fan- too often Christian rock feels to me just not very relevant to my real day-to-day life, but this is just a fabulous blend of solid music, plus great messages. Good running music, good for inspiration, and good for just jamming in your kitchen or your car. Just solid. I just wish I could tell more people about it. I happen to own their previous album, The Heat, and I loved it, but this is beyond. Do yourself a favor and expose yourself to this band. Then share them with your friends- they'll thank you.
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14 of 15 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic 3rd album August 25, 2009
Format:Audio CD
These guys are just flat out good musicians and song writers. They have there own sound and style, and they OWN it. The blend southern rock, rock, piano, banjos, harmonicas, and all sorts of other musical elements into one unique sound. Not to mention the sound of the vocals is completely unique and he has his own sound that is full of passion and really draws the listener in. There first two CDs were excellent, but this one really shows there roots and you can tell this is the kind of album they have been wanting to create from day one because it resembles there amazing live show more closely than the other 2 CDs. And if you haven't seen them live, make sure you do, they are one of a few bands who actually sound much better live than there CD.

Overall, I don't have any favorites on this CD because they are seem to all be really good, but if i had to pick I'd say: The Outsiders, Through Smoke, Prisoner, and Girl Named Tennessee are a few of my standouts at this point. And only because I've had the single "Lay Em Down" a few months before the CD release and it's been played on repeat the last few months!!!

Buy this CD!
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Coming up for air... August 28, 2009
By J. Pate
Format:Audio CD
This is one of those bands that I can't BELIEVE I didn't know about sooner. A friend of mine introduced me to Needtobreathe a few weeks ago with "The Heat". I bought that album, along with their first one, simply on his recommendation. I can't say I was blown away by their first album ("Daylight"), but "The Heat" was simply spectacular. After listening to that album all the way through, it became clear that I would need to get "The Outsiders" as soon as it was released.

"The Outsiders" is NOT as immediately good as "The Heat". There simply weren't any songs on "The Heat" that I didn't IMMEDIATELY love. There are a few on "The Outsiders" that I'm not too sure about yet ("Prisoner", "Hurricane", "Girl From Tennessee"), but I'm not giving up on them. These songs are a bit of a departure/experiment for this band and I think they'll become favorites after some time, but for now, they seem a little unfinished or half-realized. EVERY OTHER SONG is absolutely incredible. These songs are inspiring, fist-pumping, foot-stomping, sing-along masterpieces. I literally listened to the first track 5 times before I even got to the second one. It was just so good that I didn't want to be let down by the second song. As it turns out, I wasn't let down until "Hurricane" came on (and again, I think it's growing on me).

As a follower of Christ, it is cool to find a band that, while obviously believers, is a little less "preachy" and a little more "everyman". I feel life, struggle, hope, faith and failure in this music and I just can't stop listening to it. I think a song-by-song review is in order here:

1. The Outsiders - 5 stars - The banjo intro, followed by the hand claps, followed by the airtight rhythm section is just flat-out awesome.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars Value
This cd really lifts my spirits. It puts my in a mindset of simplicity with God. Simply listen. Cry out. And breathe. I am not only satisfied but encouraged by this band. <3
Published 3 days ago by James B. Hazel
5.0 out of 5 stars Great music. Great message.
The Outsiders is my second Needtobreathe CD and I enjoy this one as much as I do The Reckoning. Needtobreathe provides terrific musicianship, exceptional vocal skills and lyrics... Read more
Published 9 days ago by J. R. Hunt
5.0 out of 5 stars Love NEEDTOBREATHE
I am so happy that I found this CD on-line, because it is hard to find any of their CD where I live. This is my favorite band!
Published 1 month ago by Angela Shew
5.0 out of 5 stars Their Best Album
Love this album. I never get tired of listening to it. In my opinion, this one is their best. Every track is great.
Published 2 months ago by R. OShea
5.0 out of 5 stars l luv this band!
I first heard of needtobreathe when their song "keep your eyes open" off of their album the reckoning on air1, i luved this song so i bought their cd at my local christian... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Mona Hernandez
4.0 out of 5 stars WOW WOW YAWSA!
What sound, What faith What an awesome listen to.

There are so many reviews that sum up the technical, lyrics, music, etc.... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Alaxi
4.0 out of 5 stars Sweet.
Good CD. Some of the songs sound slightly dated (being slightly older), but well worth adding to your collection. Good condition.
Published 2 months ago by Travis Cooper
4.0 out of 5 stars Good CD
This is a really good album! Needtobreathe has a great mix of high energy and relaxing music.. Great for driving
Published 2 months ago by M. Haben
5.0 out of 5 stars Love it
The first needtobreathe album I have purchased and it won't be the last. This has sold me on the musicianship and high-quality music of the band.
Published 2 months ago by A. Starr
4.0 out of 5 stars great album
good music, toe tappin' and some singing out loud tunes.
Good vibes and feelings from this one.
quite a joy.
Published 2 months ago by darrin ruddy
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