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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Better than their previous album..., March 7, 2000
From the opening chords of the first track, I could already tell that I would like this album much more than the first two from The Waiting. Their brand of acoustic-based pop rock became catchier with this release, with more memorable hooks and melodies invading each song. Brad Olsen's voice soars in the mid-tempo title song, (does the chorus remind anyone else of REO Speedwagon?), the more upbeat "Easy to See", and the addictive "Company You Keep". The ballad "I Am" is a wonderful ode to the need of God's guidance, and is in many ways as moving as the epic "Hands in the Air" from the second album. Radio hits like "Disappear" and the cool "Speak" are included with the unexplainably catchy "Let it Go". "Too Many Miles" is the highlight though, riding on the wings of a reflective theme, semi-driving rhythm and methodical arrangement, closing out an album that makes me anticipate what's next from this band.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Another great one from The Waiting, March 30, 1999
By A Customer
I don't understand what propels some bands into the spotlight while others wade endlessly through the quagmire of anonymity. Christian band "The Waiting" is one of the latter. Although they have a pretty strong little fan base, The Waiting is pretty obscure even among the religious community, and I really can't figure out why.The sophomore installment from The Waiting is titled "Unfazed," and is definitely their best album yet. It's not as overtly religious as their previous record, (although their songs that are overtly religious are some of the best in Christian music, listen to "Beautiful Blood" on their last album for an example), and the sound is more alternative. The first two songs on the album, "Unfazed," and "Easy To See," are catchy guitar driven songs that are a really promising start to the album. The rest of the recording doesn't keep up the pace unfortunately, but there is still some great music. I especially like the beautiful chaos of the chorus in "Make It Disappear," and the somewhat goofy but catchy "Let it Go." If you're a fan of Christian alternative music, you should love this CD, and if you haven't heard of them before, listen to the song samples from their self-titled debut (available here at amazon.com). If you're not a fan of Christian music, this is still a great CD. Check it out!
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
More than worth the money..., November 29, 1999
This album is filled with catchy, melodic songs --each of them with a unique hook that will keep you coming back again and again. Best of all, though, each song gives praise to God and speaks from the heart. The lyrics are VERY heartfelt and most listeners can probably identify with the same struggles and victories as the band. This is an awesome album by an amazing group.
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