Of Faith, Power and Glory

VNV Nation

Product Details

• Audio CD (June 23, 2009)
• Original Release Date: June 23, 2009
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Red Distribution
• ASIN: B0028R1M32
• In-Print Editions: Audio CD  |  MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (26 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #3,040 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

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Product Description

2009 album from the Irish/English duo. VNV Nation have been frequently described as one of the most unique and passionate musical acts in the world of Alternative music. Of Faith Power & Glory sees the band reach a whole new level musically. More soulful and raw than before, the album is set to be the band's strongest and most profoundly evocative release yet. As with all of VNV Nation's albums, the title describes the album's theme. In this case, it is a commentary on ourselves as individuals or on humanity as a whole. Faith, Power and Glory; three things that, in succession, can bring people to the greatest of heights and achievement, or that can corrupt and destroy.

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I love this album, June 27, 2009

By	E. Anderson - See all my reviews (TOP 1000 REVIEWER)

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VNV Nation is easily one of my top 5 favorite bands of all time. They never disappoint me with every album they put out (unlike Apoptygma Berzerk). After a two year wait for new material, Ronan Harris and Mark Jackson once again blows my mind away with their new studio album OF FAITH,POWER,AND GLORY when I heard their songs on youtube just prior to the album's US release. The group's brand of catchy futurepop is as infectious and upbeat as ever. I personally this is the band's best effort to date. I know that some people here thinks otherwise but for me personally, I love the album. I like how the album begins with the song "Pro Victoria" with its thunderous rhythms. The melodies on the album is addictive and the beats makes me get up and dance. Songs like "Sentinel", "Tomorrow Never Comes", and "The Great Divide" are so much fun to dance along to. Ronan's lyrics never disappoints me. I personally find his lyrics moving and uplifting to the human soul. His ballads especially moves me. I just love the gorgeous piano ballad "From My Hands". I love the piano melodies and the lyrics are beautiful to say the very least. I know I say this with every VNV cd but it is true when I say that there is not one song on the album I did not like. I find myself listening to the album 2-4 times a day. For me this is a masterpiece!

15 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Nothing new, but nothing bad either., June 23, 2009

By	EerieVonEvil (The Rabbit Hole) - See all my reviews

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I think its safe to say that Ronan Harris is not looking to reinvent VNV Nation's sound or style. This, the duo's seventh full length, follows the same themes, melodies, and structure of the last several albums. You can expect epic dance tracks (Sentinel, Tomorrow Never Comes), New Wave tinged tracks (Defiant), and the noisy spoken word tracks (Art of Conflict). Don't get me wrong, Of Faith, Power, & Glory is a well made record with great production and strong songs. Its just they hold no surprise anymore. VNV Nation is probably the best group in their genre. However, they too have come to a point where there is nothing new to explore. At least not on this release. Ronan Harris continues his honest preachings of the horrors of war, the impending "end of days", and all the "heaven help us" you can take. I have nothing wrong with this, its just since Matter & Form I've been hoping for a shift in style or sound to keep things fresh. I rate this 4 stars as it is a great album, but again, nothing breath taking. My breath was already taken away with Future Perfect and Matter & Form. If you are a longtime VNV Nation fan you may agree. I still recommend the purchase. This cd comes in an environmentally sound package. I fully support this, but dont be surprised if your newly purchased cd is already scratched upon opening the package, due to being pressed in between rough cardboard.

Enjoy.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars If You And I Had Never Seen The World Through The Eyes Of A Child...We Never Would Have Wanted To Stop Time..., July 5, 2009

By	Christopher Vaughn (San Antonio) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

It's funny how you can judge a book by it's cover. Or rather album art for that matter. I was really harsh on "Judgement" when it released and it eventually grew on me (still not their best effort). The cover for the new album drew me quickly at the local music haunt. First album by VNV I didn't purchase online since "PTF 2012" (which I stumbled upon @ a Best Buy back when it first released). With a humble heart I pulled off the plastic stuck it in my cd player and was astonished and amazed. Not since "Futureperfect" did I have this stoic grin of a fanboy on my face! The non-assuming intro thrums along with a tolling beat. Almost telling you to stop, listen and know that something great is about to come your way.

Then one of the best songs VNV Nation has done to date hits your ears...
"Sentinal" is a whole-hearted true state of the art VNV creation. It envelopes and soothes and tears apart anything synthpop from the last two years. "Tomorrow Never Comes" has urgency and rhythm and inspiration!
Okay...it is like I am listening to the band I heard when I first put "Praise The Fallen" in my car cd player all those years ago. Ronan and Mark are back with a full lengther that will move you and have you commit some time to their art. "Ghost" is a beautiful and elegant ballad.
"Art Of Conflict" (only 2 of 2 instrumentals total!) instills the energy that tracks in the past like "Lightwave" and "Ascension" did. "In Defiance" could well be the second single for the album. "Verum Aeternus" has lyrics that Ronan should be ever proud of! Some of the most heart looming I have heard since "Further" and "Standing" back in the day. The tagline to my review stems from this amazing track! They end the album with a simple dance-ballad "Where There Is Light" - but it's no somber yawner.

Not since "Empires" have I spinned a disc this many times. I am even playing it at my store while my customers shop! Garnering fans!

Not every album is for everyone. I have been guilty of disregarding an album before giving it true regard as I am sure many of you have. I have been harsh on some albums that people hold dear. So in saying this..."Of Faith, Power and Glory" may not be that record for some of you. But give it the opportunity to grace your ears. It's not one to miss everyone!

Thank you Ronan and Mark for all your hard work at your craft! See you on tour - 28th of July to be exact!