Momentum

tobyMac

Product Details

• Audio CD (November 6, 2001)
• Original Release Date: November 6, 2001
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Forefront
• ASIN: B00005QK1Q
• In-Print Editions: MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (87 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #6,539 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

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29 of 30 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars An unexpected, pleasant surprise., January 18, 2002

By	Christian Zimmerman "Popular music afficianado" - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

First of all, let me say that I generally consider CCM to be rather obnoxious. So when I received this CD from my Mom (who had just learned that I listen to music with explicit lyrics), I assumed it was a misguided attempt to balance out my collection. However, I pride myself on having an open mind, and gave "Momentum" a spin.

Wow. I had never been a big fan of dc Talk, so I was completely blindsided. I had expected more evidence of the band's slide from their peak at "Jesus Freak". What I got instead is a mix of rap-rock which rates next to Linkin Park as opposed to Limp Bizkit, and laid-back rap in the vein of De La Soul.

For the most part, this album is awesome. The best tracks include "Get This Party Started", "What's Going Down" (the best cover of "For What It's Worth" I've ever heard), the title track, and my favorite part, the filler.

The only song that I don't really like is "Extreme Days" which sounds too much like an attempt to get the attention of secular skateboarders/rollerbladers. Other than that, this CD is extremely good. Give it a try, even if you don't like most CCM.

13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely Incredible!, September 2, 2002

By	Brendan Berkley "Seek truth at ZAMagazine.org" (Pittsburgh) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I was introduced to Toby Mac at Creation, a massive Christian music festival. He was the first group that really got the crowd going. I loved all of the songs and the atmosphere, and that led to my purchase of his CD.

Let me say up front that I am not the biggest hardcore fan in the world, and I certainly do not like rap. However, there is something about this CD that makes it amazing. Perhaps it is the lyrics, which are among the most meaningful that I have encountered in a CD. Maybe it is the production. Everything flows, and musical effects are placed wonderfully. All of the songs are well-placed. The opening song is perfect, and it just goes from there. There are a few humorous interludes placed, which include Fred from Toby's Macintosh and Toby's son Truett rapping.

In conclusion, buy this CD. You can't go wrong. I'm not a fan of the genre and I love it, and people who like the genre love it. It is an excellent CD.

15 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I wasn't sure, but..., February 21, 2002

By	Brandon K. (WA, United States) - See all my reviews

I know what has been missing from dcTalk of late. It's Toby Mac! Okay, so he's still with the group, but this CD showcases exactly what dcTalk could have been after Jesus Freak. Don't get me wrong. I liked Supernatural, and I realize that dcTalk is the sum of several different talented artists. But dcTalk seems to be becoming more and more Kevin Max (sorry, I can't bring myself to say "K-Max" yet), and less Toby and Tait.
This CD sets all that straight. Here is the missing rap element from dcTalk. And here is a songwriter that knows how to actually, well, write. From "Irene," which I swear could be a Wyclef Jean track, from the guitar solo to the style of the song itself, to "Momentum," Toby Mac has a killer album filled with great songs. Of the three solo albums, Toby Mac wins my award for best "should've been dc" and "best use of son on an album." Buy it now, now, now I tell you. Now!!!!