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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
America's Coldplay, June 4, 2009
When I showed someone else this album, the first band that came to their mind was Coldplay. This band is quintessentially American though. Both bands enjoy the topic of ghosts (Coldplay in "Cemeteries of London" and "42" compared to Seabird's "Apparitions") and they both involve a piano player who is also the main vocalist, two guitarists, and a drummer. What else do you need? Now this album is definitely not as complex as a Coldplay album, but it has simple, catchy songs like "Maggie Mahoney" that you will catch yourself singing or hymning after listing to the album. The vocals are clear and fit the lyrics well. Just like Chris Martin, Aaron Morgan has an uncanny ability to transition into the upper register smoothly. Just like Coldplay, the backup vocals blend well. Just like Relient K (different comparison this time), Seabird does not go out of there way to make their songs Christian, so most of their songs are equally applicable to non-Christians. In fact, God is never mentioned explicitly in the album if I recall correctly; His presence is implied in "Not Alone" and He is implied as the Savior in "Rescue". This album is all about surviving hardship, and just like in Coldplay's "Lost", songs like "Cottonmouth (Jargon)" and "Black & Blue" encourage those who are hurting. This is a great album with a unique sound. If you like Coldplay, you should enjoy Seabird as well. Also, it goes without saying that Seabird is even better live than on 'Til We See the Shore.
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5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fantastic!, April 9, 2009
I picked up this CD not too long ago and absolutely love it. Although the group is a Christian band, their style is not preachy by any means. As the common product description states, the album "is full of honest and vulnerable songs about real life struggles, relationships, losses, bittersweet goodbyes and having the courage to tell your childhood sweetheart you love her." Unlike some of the mainstream bands that cast poor light on relationships, etc., these guys write through the eyes of their faith, which shows by the way everything is seen from a positive light. Whether you're looking for a song about falling in true love with someone ("Falling for You"), a cry out to the Lord to save us when we're at the end of our ropes ("Rescue"), or overcoming fears ("Apparitions"), you'll find that the variety of life situations covered on this CD are about themes that anyone can relate to and find comfort in. Even the album name itself sends a message of looking beyond our present circumstances to something greater...to hope.
I'm already anticipating their next release, these guys have the potential of having a phenomenal career!!
*Also: Check them out at the upcoming 2009 Spirit West Coast Festival in Del Mar from 22-24 May or from 31 July - 02 August in Monterey.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Music for the Heart!, June 6, 2009
This is an great record. The songs immediately draw you in. The mix of vocals, piano/keyboards, and guitar is top notch. The transitions from verse to bridge to chorus etc. are very very interesting, powerful, musical. I hear what I believe is an AC-30 Class A amp sound (With delay at times) on the guitar. I love that sound! Get this MP3 now! No regrets.
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