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

JFH Music Review


Manafest, The Chase
CLICK COVER TO ENLARGE

Manafest
The Chase



Artist Info: Discography
Album length: 11 tracks: 39 minutes, 4 seconds
Street Date: March 30, 2010


So, if you haven't heard of Chris Greenwood of Ontario yet, then you have simply missed out on one of the hottest rap/rockers around throughout the past few years. Better known as Manafest, the multiple award winning artist has three previously released albums under his belt, all of which are very good. The Chase is his fourth installment, and fans will wonder how it stacks up to the rest.

The album opens with "No Plan B," setting the tone for the entire record. Manafest delivers a great mix of unique production coupled with a great rap/rock sound laid over hopeful soul-searching lyrics. It's easy to catch the influence of Trevor McNevan (Thousand Foot Krutch) throughout the album, especially since he's vocally featured on a handful of tracks. There are many good songs, such as "Fire In The Kitchen," "Bring The Ruckus," "Avalanche," and "Better Cause Of You," tracks that all feature God-fearing lyrics about staying strong for Christ laced with some tight beats.

Mana has also decided to take a few musical chances on The Chase. One of the best tracks would have to be "Every Time You Run," for its slower sound, display of the piano keys, and great message for everyone. "Breaking Down The Walls" is a really cool song where Chris shares his powerful testimony while the chorus, featuring Dustin Antsey, makes the track worshipful. Overall, this latest release isn't perfect, but it's also not too far from that goal either. The album has a little less rap, a little more rock, and a few more singing choruses than previous albums, and while that works rather well, it's not what I was expecting. All in all, the final product is very good and any fan of the rap/rock genre will definitely appreciate the sounds and message of Manafest.

- Review date: 3/17/10, written by Kevin Hoskins 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!

 

JFH Staff's Second Opinion



In 2010, we now have Manafest's long awaited follow-up to Citizens Activ, The Chase. It's rare these days in a genre like this to find artists that show clear references towards their faith in God, and Chris makes it pretty obvious on this album. "Supernatural" is one of the highlights that is full of the same energy similar to P.O.D.'s "Going in Blind." Although rock and rap are used often throughout this album, "Avalanche" provides some techno into the mix that has a rhythm much like "Doctorin' the Tardis" by the Timelords in 1988. The song's lyrics express the plea for help from a prodigal. Many of the songs promote a positive attitude such as "Better Cause of You" and "Breaking Down the Walls." "The Chase" is a very quick marching style rap song that is very reminiscent of Linkin Park's "Bleed It Out." The only song from the album that becomes annoying is "Married in Vegas," although it has a great message concerning the importance of marriage. As for the rest of the project, The Chase is an enjoyable album with so much variety that it never seems to become tedious. Releases like this one don't come around too often, so if you crave rock and rap, it doesn't get better than this. - Wayne Myatt

 

. Record Label: BEC Recordings
. Album length: 11 tracks: 39 minutes, 4 seconds
. Street Date: March 30, 2010
. Buy It: iTunes
. Buy It: Amazon.com

  1. No Plan B (3:23)
  2. Fire In The Kitchen (2:48)
  3. Supernatural (3:56)
  4. Every Time You Run (3:35)
  5. Bring The Ruckus (3:37)
  6. Avalanche (3:11)
  7. Married In Vegas (4:06)
  8. Renegade (3:37)
  9. The Chase (3:05)
  10. Better Cause Of You (4:10)
  11. Breaking Down The Walls (3:39)
spacer     Click For Song Lyrics
    Click For Song Lyrics
    Click For Song Lyrics
    Click For Song Lyrics
    Click For Song Lyrics
    Click For Song Lyrics
    Click For Song Lyrics
    Click For Song Lyrics
    Click For Song Lyrics
    Click For Song Lyrics
    Click For Song Lyrics

 

 

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