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

JFH Music Review


Newworldson, Newworldson
CLICK COVER TO ENLARGE

Newworldson
Newworldson



Artist Info: Discography
Album length: 12 tracks: 45 minutes, 44 seconds
Street Date: February 23, 2010


In 2008, we were introduced to Inpop's pop/soul band Newworldson. Since then, the band has been touring with the Newsboys all around the world, and now, two years later, we're looking at their latest self-titled sophomore release.

Before playing the first track there a lot of expectations. Newworldson's last project was definitely a unique sound, mixing the sounds of reggae and soul together into a fun, energetic musical genre. Newworldson doesn't disappoint, and the funk begins with the opening track "You Set the Rhythm." With a strong bass lead introduction, you can't help but tap your foot along to the rhythm. That feeling carries on throughout the project, with other songs such as "Do You Believe in Love?" and "Commander."

In preparation for the project's release, "There is a Way" was released as a single. Since then, the song has been climbing the charts, and for good reason. The song itself is a slower pop ballad sounding similar to music from artists such as Michael Buble and Maroon5. It uses a number of memorable hooks, one using the famous words of Jesus in John 14:6 ("There is a way, the truth and the life and the way"). The song reminds listeners that God is always there, and always ready to help us along the way.

Every so often you come across a song that changes things around a little. In the track called "In Your Arms," for example, we're introduced to a more British pop/rock sound. This song works well for the band, but it's not hard to imagine another band (All Star United springs to mind) covering this song. A little later we then find "That's Exactly," which has a stronger guitar riff sound, making it stand out from the rest of the project.

The other main style of music on this record is the traditional blues ballad, making use of jazz organs and slick guitar work, bringing the tempo of the project down. "Rocky Road" provides the first break from the action-packed beginning. We then see another, more Latin-feeling, break in the song "O Lament." A final ballad, "Weary," ends the album and brings it all to a fully rounded finish.

Overall Newworldson is a great follow up from 2008's effort, and the guys have shown they still have the groovy, funk driven rock in the bag. If there was one suggestion for the next project, it would be that the guys continue to expand their range of musical styles. Those who have heard and enjoyed Newworldson before will love this album. For those who are new to the band, it's hard to compare this project to any other. For this reason, it's worth a listen from anyone who is interested at all in something a little bit different.

- Review date: 2/22/10, written by David Couch of Jesusfreakhideout.com



(JFH Sponsor Spot)

Purchase Original Art Prints, Drawings, Buttons, Stickers, Bookmarks and more from JFH's own John DiBiase! Save for the holidays with code JFH20 at checkout!

 

. Record Label: Inpop Records
. Album length: 12 tracks: 45 minutes, 44 seconds
. Street Date: February 23, 2010
. Buy It: iTunes
. Buy It: Amazon.com

  1. You Set The Rhythm (3:04)
  2. Listen To The Lord (2:54)
  3. In Your Arms (3:01)
  4. There Is A Way (4:20)
  5. Do You Believe In Love? (3:12)
  6. That's Exactly (How I Like It) (3:34)
  7. Rocky Road (5:33)
  8. Commander (3:03)
  9. Total Eclipse (3:39)
  10. O Lament (4:13)
  11. Jamaican Praise Medley (5:12)
  12. Weary (4:05)

 

 

go to main Album review page
go to Album review archive

 


(JFH Sponsor Spot)

 

 

                 
Purchase Original Art Prints, Drawings, Buttons, Stickers, Bookmarks and more from JFH's own John DiBiase! Save for the holidays with code JFH20 at checkout!

Search JFH




This Tuesday, October 29, 2024
SINGLES
Pipe Bomb Hate Club - Single [The Charon Collective]

This Thursday, October 31, 2024
ALBUMS
Neon Horse Habit of Creature - EP [Velvet Blue Music]

This Friday, November 1, 2024
ALBUMS
AWZY Sinners and Saints - EP [DREAM]
Forrest Frank Child of God (Deluxe) [river house]
Future of Forestry Symphonic Christmas (Live) (independent)
Influence Music It's All About You (independent)
The Kingdom Heirs No Better Time [Sonlite]
Limoblaze Young & Chosen (Power Pack) - EP [Reach]
Paul & Hannah McClure Christmas Morning (Re-Release) [Bethel]
Planetshakers Winning Team: Songs For Church (Live) [Venture3Media]
Skillet Revolution [Atlantic]
Sam's the Hero Charlie Cox - EP [Small Step]
Jim "Soni" Sonefeld Light of Joy - EP [Vere]
Ivan Theva Waiting Here for You - EP [Descendent/Provident]
John Van Deusen Anthem Sprinter [Tooth & Nail]
Phil Wickham Hallelujah! It's Christmas! [Fair Trade]
YWAM Kona Music Missionary Anthem - EP [Integrity]

SINGLES
Ayo Shamir, YP aka Young Paul Aaron Judge - Single (independent)
Gabby Barrett O Come, O Come Emmanuel (feat. The Piano Guys) - Single [Warner Music Nashville]
Brennley Brown Mary, Did You Know? - Single [Provident]
Lauren Daigle Then I Will - Single [Centricity]
Dreamers The Reason - Multi-Single [DREAM]
EJ Swavv I Hate Lucy - Single [Syntax]
Jess Ford This is My Jesus - Single (independent)
FYR FYTR So Simple - Single (independent)
Michael Monroe Pour It Out - Single [Provident]
Seph Schlueter We Sing (Joy To The World) [feat. Leanna Crawford] - Single [Provident]
Skye Peterson, Ben Shive Keep the Feast - Single [Getty]
SNT. VINCENT Confession - Single [Syntax]
Cyndi Thompson Silent Night - Single [County Line]
Thrive Worship Hark - Single [Integrity]
Tauren Wells Making Room - Single [Capitol CMG]

VINYL
Skillet Revolution Vinyl [Atlantic]

Next 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]



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