GuideReviews Index

pureNRG - 'pureNRG'
12 bubbly pop/dance tracks make this debut release from pureNRG a bulls-eye hit! They will fill the upcoming Jump5 void perfectly for the tween audience.

Leeland - 'Sound Of Melodies'
Maybe 'Sound Of Melodies' isn't the huge breath of fresh, new air that the hype predicted, but Leeland's debut album is definitely refreshing. Passionate to the core, the album offers modern, brit-infused pop/rock/worship in each and every song. Strong musical arrangements and a passion that is almost palpatable make 'Sound Of Melodies' a CD that you feel as much as you hear.

Kirk & Joni Bovill - 'Are You Ready?'
Review of gospel artists Kirk & Joni Bovill's CD - Are You Ready?

Jonas Brothers – It's About Time
Nicholas Jonas still has an incredible voice that has plenty of room to grow, but in many areas of the album, it clashes with his brothers. When you add that to lyrics that are shallow and music that can't decide if it wants to be bubblegum pop or pop/punk, you don't get much that will appeal to anyone beyond the pre-tween crowd - no matter how "hot" the 6th graders think Nick is.

Kutless - 'To Know That You’re Alive'
Some folks didn't like Strong Tower because it was a slower and softer Kutless. Those people will be happy to know that the Kutless of old is back with To Know That You’re Alive ... well, sort of back anyway. This side of Kutless mixes power ballads with all-out rockers and they do it in such a way that most people should be pretty happy with it.

'Teaching True Love to a Sex-at-13 Generation' - Eric & Leslie Ludy
A very appealing part of the Ludy’s message is its focus on empowerment. They don’t want teens to be innocent in the sense of naïve or ignorance.

Jars of Clay - 'Redemption Songs'
Reviewer Kevan Breitinger says, "Jars of Clay has succeeded wonderfully in their desire to bridge the relevance gap between the church of yesterday and today."

pureNRG - Here We Go Again
pureNRG didn't go backwards with the dreaded sophomore slump; they moved forward with a definite purpose. Unlike some of the bubble-gum pop saturating the airwaves today, this group of young people actually has something to say.

Lost Anthem - 'Otherside of Nowhere'
Lost Anthem's release "Otherside of Nowhere" is a promising offering from this TN band.

Alison Kitchen - 'Mercy Dancing'
Alison Kitchen, independent chrisitan artist, CD Review of Mercy Dancing.

Jump5 - 'The Very Best of Jump5'
A popular favorite among the "tween" audience, Jump5 is also a favorite with my 10 year old and her friends, so I have the opportunity to hear them frequently. While Jump5's songs aren't going to give solutions to the world's problems, they're just plain fun to listen to, regardless of your age.

Julian - 'Fruit of the Spirit'
Review of Julian's CD Fruit of the Spirit

Inhabited - 'The Revolution'
Inhabited is headed up by brother/sister duo Marcus and Sara Acker, making music out of their passion for young people. I can't think of a better reason, and their hearts for ministry come across strong in every tune.

RJ Helton - 'Real Life'
First discovered on "American Idol", RJ deserves the attention he got as a finalist. This youth-oriented CD showcases both his talent and his message well.

Eric Heatherly - 'The Lower East Side of Life'
Reviewer Kevan Breitinger says, "I’m tellin’ you, you don’t have to like country to like Heatherly. He’s got attitude to spare and some of these truth-packed tunes really rock."

Shaun Groves - 'White Flag'
Reviewer Kevan Breitinger says, "I'm going to take a deep breath and promise to try not to carry on too much but it won't be easy. What can I say: I feel in love, I dropped to my knees, I ran into the streets to beg strangers to listen to Shaun Groves' amazing new CD."

Sara Groves - 'The Other Side of Something'
Sara Groves CD Review The Other Side of Something

Genie - 'Wildflowers'
Genie Wildflowers CD Review Christian Music

Forever Changed - 'The Need to Feel Alive'
The Need to Feel Alive is packed with musical excellence, variety and great vocals.

FFH - 'Still the Cross'
Still the Cross is a great CD by a great group. Heartfelt and powerful stuff on this release.

Dietrech - 'Always In My Heart'
Dietrech CD Review Always in My Heart christian pop music

Circleslide - 'Uncommon Days'
Honest, exciting and electrifying, Circleslide hits the mark with their debut release, Uncommon Days. You may not initially be drawn to thickly swirling guitars but give yourself time to move farther into this music. You won't be sorry.

Casting Pearls - 'Casting Pearls'
Reviewer Brian Jones says, "While paying obvious homage to bands like U2 and Queen in the flow and delivery of this CD, it's still a good piece of work that isn't what I'd call a "copy-cat"."

Building 429 - 'Rise'
Overall this CD is a strong showing for Building 429 and they should feel good about successfully overcoming the dreaded "sophomore slump." The album flows well from start to finish with good energy, plenty of emotion and honesty and a well-done sound mix.

Sarah Brendel - Sarah Brendel
Each song rings with deep honesty and vulnerability, even as she mixes styles throughout.