Get the new FREE JFH MP3 compilation -- Vol. 14!
Get the new FREE JFH MP3 compilation -- Vol. 14!

JFH Indie Review

JFH Indie Inspection Review

Evan Ryan Canady, 'A Day In The Life'
CLICK COVER TO ENLARGE


Evan Ryan Canady
A Day In The Life

Street Date: January 10, 2025
Style: Rock
Official Site: EvanRyanCanady.com




Throughout the early 2000s (and all the way through 2012), Evan Ryan Canady spent his time tearing up stages with his metalcore act, Shrapnel. After setting aside music for other life decisions (a job, a house, a wife), Canady started getting the itch again, setting out to learn the piano, which ultimately led to a new round of songwriting. The result is his debut solo album, A Day In The Life, which ended up being a complete musical departure from the Shrapnel days. Electric guitars and alt rock are not completely absent from the album, but it's clear that Canady has decidedly moved into a softer direction. There are exceptions, like the chugging guitars of "Stand Before The King" or the rock opera-esque sound of "Score In D Minor." There are also a couple of slower interludes to break things up. But otherwise, the album is largely piano pop rock-based, sort of akin to Seabird or The Fray ("A Day In The Life" and "Falling Into The Fire" are great examples). The music is well-written and performed, however, it also leads to more emphasis on Canady's vocals, which can be a little dry and flat. That's not to say he's a bad singer, but one can't help but wonder if his vocals may be better equipped for a louder, heavier sound. That being said, the music does also accentuate the lyrics quite nicely. Canady has a way of balancing the musical and vocal melodies, making them easier to memorize while also filling them with substance. In "Secrets," he talks with God about wanting to know Him more, describing "a sensible wonder inching down my spine / an immense fascination from an inquiring mind." "Stand Before The King" calls on the Church to be ready for spiritual battle while declaring God's victory, while "Together We Pray" and "Revelation" cry out for His mercy in the face of our sin ("Lord, won't You help us find our way and hold on to our faith / we know that we are saved forever through Your love and grace"). Ultimately, A Day In The Life is a solid pop rock outing. A more dynamic vocal performance would have made the album more enjoyable overall, but regardless, Canady has crafted an album worth being proud of.

- Review date: 2/3/25, written by Scott Fryberger of Jesusfreakhideout.com



(JFH Sponsor Spot)

Get the new FREE JFH MP3 compilation -- Vol. 14!

 

 

 

go to main Indie review page
go to Indie Review Index

 

                 
Get the new FREE JFH MP3 compilation -- Vol. 14!

Search JFH



This Tuesday, September 9, 2025
DC3 Bake Off - A COLORS SHOW - Single (independent)
Former Ruins In Your Field - Single (independent)
John Van Deusen Hallelujah Story - Single [Anotherland]

This Friday, September 12, 2025
ALBUMS
Jervis Campbell Good Grief! (independent)
Demon Hunter There Was A Light Here [Weapons MFG]
Roxanne Grace Try Again [DREAM]
Ellie Holcomb Far Country [Capitol CMG]
Malcom Christopher II Purpose and Plan (independent)
Q-Flo & IAMOPB The Flo Pack II [Syntax]
Sower Contemporary Christian Machine - EP (independent)
twenty one pilots Breach [Fueled By Ramen]
tylerhateslife MENTAL HEALTH [Syntax]
Phil Wickham Song of the Saints [Fair Trade]
Matthew West Don't Stop Praying (Deluxe Edition) [Story House]

SINGLES
Pat Barrett Hard Part Of A Dream - Single [Capitol CMG]
BASECAMP Under the Blood (feat. Knaladeus) - Single [Polished Arrow Music]
Bethel Music, Jenn Johnson & Christine D'Clario No One Like The Lord [Nadie Como El Seņor] (Live) - Single [Capitol CMG]
Dan Bremnes Find Yourself - Single [Curb]
Vince Gill Go Rest High On That Mountain (Extended Version) - Single [UMG]
Matt Hammitt Days God Gave - Single (independent)
I.A.N., Jordy Sam & OnBeatMusic GOD DID IT - Single [Syntax]
Amy Jay Margins - Single (independent)
Jeff Deyo & Lisa Nicole I Could Sing of Your Love Forever - Single [NWN]
Perry LaHaie Thy Kingdom Come - Single [Frontiers]
Myles Maestro Time Bomb (Until I'm Gone) - Single [Syntax]
Matt Redman Praise To The Most High (feat. Joe L Barnes) - Single [Integrity]
Lexly Nirvana Mood ft. Michael Luis - Single [Syntax]
Solachi Voz Test of Time - Single [Syntax]
The Undertaking! Forever Remember - Single (independent)
VOTA Magical - Single (independent)
Josh Wright Nobody Loves Like You - Single (independent)

Next Friday, September 19, 2025
ALBUMS
Sho Baraka Midnight of a Good Culture (independent)
Influence Music One True God (independent)
LO Worship Songs For the Anxious Heart [Integrity]
Mainstream Worship Dwelling Place [DREAM Worship]
Lauren Mann Heaven - EP (independent)
Mat & Savanna Just How Strong You Are (independent)
Joel Vaughn TBA [DREAM]
Zane Walls Dry Bones - EP [DREAM]
Zach Williams Jesus Loves [Provident]
Paul Wright GOD SONGS (independent)

SINGLES
Frankie Orella Like This - Single (independent)
John Waller & WallerCo & Eric Lee Brumley Surprise Me - Single [DREAM]


For all release dates, click here!
 

Join honey and save on online purchases!
Need proofreading and editing help? We've got you covered! Click here to learn more
Check out depositphotos for royalty free images