Get the new FREE JFH MP3 compilation -- Vol. 13!
Get the new FREE JFH MP3 compilation -- Vol. 13!

JFH Music Review



Article One
Colors And Sounds



Artist Info: Discography
Album length: 14 tracks: 60 minutes, 24 seconds
Street Date: May 27, 2008


Article One is a band that was born out of a family of musicians and a mildly-successful Christian solo artist. The two brothers, Nathan and Matt Piche, started the band in 2003 with Dave De Smit playing drums, touring until they released their debut self-titled album in 2007. Now, adding bassist Mark Laidman, the group seems to have grown a bit after a less-than-stellar debut and are ready to release their second album, Colors and Sounds.

Sophomore records are usually hit or miss, especially if a debut has either been strongly accepted or just collected dust on store shelves. With Colors and Sounds, Article One shows a definite push for the better. Their self-titled was full of slow, mostly forgettable violin and guitar-driven tracks that didn't really give that "wow" factor, and much of those violin and guitar influences rock their sophomore effort, but in a much stronger way. It still doesn't have that unique feel (much of their music can be compared to MercyMe or even a more alternative version of Sanctus Real), however some tracks stand out as the band shows some great potential to go far. Songs like "If The World Gives Up," the enthusiastic intro "Without You (I'm Not Alright), the title track, and the smooth yet upbeat feel of "Searchlights" really give Article One a place to stand in a music world full of imitators.

During their debut, it seemed that Article One was afraid to let loose and have fun with their music. Something must have happened when producer Tedd T (Mute Math) got into the studio with them, because many of the songs have an in-your-face feeling, and it also gives a feeling that the guys love what they're doing, something that is often apparent to listeners. With fourteen tracks (three of which are instrumentals) and a good amount of energy on almost all of them, Article One has an impressive sophomore record on their hands. CCM fans will find a lot to love here, as many of the tracks are radio friendly, but all in all this seems like the debut that the band should have had, and is definitely well worth a listen.

- Review date: 5/22/08, written by Justin Mabee



(JFH Sponsor Spot)

Get the new FREE JFH MP3 compilation -- Vol. 13!

 

. Record Label: Inpop Records
. Album length: 14 tracks: 60 minutes, 24 seconds
. Street Date: May 27, 2008
. Buy It: Amazon.com

  1. Without You (I'm Not Alright)
  2. Colors & Sounds
  3. Searchlights
  4. Never Too Late To Call
  5. Set To Start (Fall For Love)
  6. Becoming
  7. If The World Gives Up
  8. Love You Tomorrow
  9. Dare To Believe
  10. Looking For Angels
  11. Angels
  12. Above All Else
  13. Taken By The Storm
  14. Peace ‘Til We Meet Again
spacer Click For Audio Sample   Click For Song Lyrics
Click For Audio Sample   Click For Song Lyrics
Click For Audio Sample   Click For Song Lyrics
Click For Audio Sample   Click For Song Lyrics
Click For Audio Sample   Click For Song Lyrics
Click For Audio Sample   Click For Song Lyrics
Click For Audio Sample   Click For Song Lyrics
Click For Audio Sample   Click For Song Lyrics
Click For Audio Sample   Click For Song Lyrics
Click For Audio Sample   Click For Song Lyrics
Click For Audio Sample   Click For Song Lyrics
Click For Audio Sample   Click For Song Lyrics
Click For Audio Sample   Click For Song Lyrics
Click For Audio Sample   Click For Song Lyrics

 

 

go to main Album review page
go to Album review archive

 


(JFH Sponsor Spot)

 

 

                 
Get the new FREE JFH MP3 compilation -- Vol. 13!

Search JFH




This Friday, November 8, 2024
ALBUMS
Gabby Barrett Carols and Candlelight [Warner Music Nashville]
CXMMXNS CXMMXNS Chapter 1 - EP [Essential Worship]
New Hope Oahu There Is One - EP [DREAM]
Neal Morse & The Resonance No Hill For A Climber [InsideOut]
TAKE Time Bomb [Resuscitation Records]
Lauren Talley A Lauren Talley Christmas [Horizon]

SINGLES
Cory Asbury I Hope You Dance - Single [BEC]
Jordan Kauflin, Laura Story Approach, My Soul - Single [Getty]
Sam Bowman & GLADDEN Misfit Toys - Single [DREAM]
Wavorly Enemies - Single (independent)

VINYL
Michael W. Smith Every Christmas Vinyl [Rocketown]
Stryper To Hell with the Amps Vinyl [Frontiers]
TAKE Time Bomb Vinyl [Resuscitation Records]

DVD
Stryper To Hell with the Amps Blu-Ray [Frontiers]

Next Friday, November 15, 2024
ALBUMS
Dolly Parton & Family Smoky Mountain DNA – Family, Faith & Fables [Owepar Entertainment]
The Lore Family Faith Over Fear [Horizon]
Fernando Ortega For All the Saints - EP (independent)
Earnest Pugh Worth is the Lamb
We Are Messengers Rejoice! (A Celtic Christmas) - EP [Curb]
Paul Wright III Reverie [United Alliance]

SINGLES
Big Dismal Here In My Heart - Single (independent)
Hannah Kerr It Came Upon A Midnight Clear - Single [Curb]
Olivia Lane Silent Night - Single [BEC]
Tasha Layton Wake Up It's Christmas - Single [BEC]
Jamie MacDonald A Million Chances - Single [Capitol CMG]
Ronnie Martin On Christmas Morning - Single [Velvet Blue]
Hunter Plake Daylight - Single [BEC]
Jordan St. Cyr Christ is Here - Single [BEC]

VINYL
Sixpence None the Richer Divine Discontent Vinyl [Word]



For all release dates, click here!
 



Check out the new album from Taylor Holland Armstrong!



Listen to the new Single from Second Adam and the New Creations!

Check out depositphotos for royalty free images