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Without Looking Down

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I am going to go against the grain and say that in my opinion, this CD is not quite as good as Mitch's self-titled debut. The sweeping production that made the debut album an incredible listening experience from start to finish has been somewhat lacking in Mitch's subsequent projects. (Maybe due to the absence of Rich Mullins?) In some places, the music here sounds overproduced, considering that Mitch's voice lends itself to a simple accompaniment. If you're only looking for one of Mitch's CD's, I recommend his first one; but if you buy this one, it should still be worth it, because there are some gems to be found here. The musical style (with a couple exceptions)is mostly in the realm of straight pop, partly acoustic, partly electric. There is enough variety to keep it interesting, but if Mitch wants to keep growing as a musician, he needs to diversify in the future. With each CD, Mitch McVicker resembles Rich Mullins less and less, but some common traits are still there. Mitch's songwriting approaches Rich's creativity, but there will never be another Rich Mullins. Still, McVicker does as well as anyone at carrying on Rich's legacy, while continuing to step out as an artist in his own right. Here's hoping Mitch's visibility increases with future releases.

Mitch has developed into a great songwriter out of the shadow of Rich Mullins. His concerts are personal, a lot of fun, and sometimes even profound. This album captures some great songs with great arrangements. The background banjo provides a subtle but very nice touch to Take the Wheel and Stargazer. The strings enhance everything and send the music to a new level. The "Squeaky Cheese Curds from Wisconsin" line tells of how personally Mitch gets to know his fans and reveals the depths of his travels. The first seven songs run together very well. The whole album is definitely worth getting.

The project, very much anticipated, very much desired. How do you wait for something that you know will
come eventually, but you wanted yesterday? Anxious, nervous, excited. That describes how I felt about
getting my soul on this compilation of new songs. Mitch has a talent for navigating us through a wide
valley of emotions as he blends twelve songs into a collection. This collection Without Looking Down has
lyrics that are masterful, and beautifully textured with the Gospel and words from and to our Lord.

Those prolific lyrics are skillfully blended with superb melodies. Strikingly different then the first two solo
albums, in that these songs have already evolved to the next level of delivery. Not to take away from the
first two solo albums, because they truly are masterpieces of joy, waiting to be discovered by more of
God's children. Yet often Mitch will put a new spin on songs after he has recorded them. The results are
engaging, powerful and like a road the lyrics haven't ventured on. You crave a re-recording of some of
his songs to get both versions. This album, is like the second version already. They are developed,
moving, well paced and soul satisfying. At times the pace is elegant, at times it's playful, often it's
prayerful. Mitch writes the music, plays it in concerts and then puts it on an album. Quote from Mitch I go
out and I play for people and then I document the music later in an album. The mission of my ministry
would be to point people to Jesus.. and to expose them to the Kingdom of God through word and song and
through the life we live as we interact. I think we're foolish to think that we're an entertainer.. and I go no..
people don't come to Christian concerts to be merely entertained .. they come totally to take something else
away with them.. so it's a ministry whether you realize it or not.

Not holy Just Yet, and I need you Jesus were the only two songs I heard a first cut on. These two songs for
me were songs that I felt he truly had to share with others on an album. The version he chose to recorded
is amazing. Lyrics didn't chance, but the tempo and full band have brought them home.

Mitch's collection of songs recorded has grown to 39; too many to share at concerts. Picking the twelve
that made this album cut and would go into future concert rotation must be a challenge. I like it when
God challenges people. The twelve he picked to share at this time are exceptional.
Without Looking down is a joyful collection of songs to own. Every now and then a sparkle of brilliance is
revealed. This artist is one of those bright lights, a vehicle God shines through. This album is powerful
and very worthy addition to your music collection. Filled with soulful intensity and variety. Exemplary is
the ordinary for this artist's songwriting ability and Mitch delivers once again on this album just that. A
wide range of music that is filled with relevant psalms we can all use in our own walk with God to those
catchy and contagious entertaining soul dancing melodies that simply bring joy to our day. Fresh, clean,
insightful, fun, prayerful, joy, high energy, intimate, sharing, praise and thanksgiving. This album shows
those qualities along with his ever continuing maturing in Christ. Mitch is always searching to follow Him,
seeking God's will first, and then stepping out onto the path God says, this is the one to go on. Experience
part of the journey with him and share and support his ministry by ordering the music today!

I love this album! I got a great deal on it - low price, great quality, fast delivery. Best investment I've made in a while!