Avalon - Reborn
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Artist: AvalonEdition: Music CD
Audio: English (Unknown)
CD Release Date: 2009-09-15
Music Label: E1 Entertainment
Soundtracks:
- Reborn
- Alive
- Arise
- Feel
- Fragile
- Destined
- Stay
- Angels
- California
- Holy
Music reviews of Reborn
Music Review: Reborn or false labor?
Rating: 3 Stars
To begin, please allow me to tell you a little bit about myself. I have been a fan of Avalon since the beginning. While I have enjoyed the powerhouse vocals and engaging melodies of this vocal group, I have also been disappointed from time to time with the lackluster albums that they've released throughout the years. In my personal opinion, "A Maze of Grace" is their best album to date. Back then, the group contained the following members: Jody, Janna, Michael, and Nikki. Over the years, Avalon has gone through a number of lineup changes, some good, and some not so good. Those of you that are skeptical about the departure of Jody and Melissa and the addition of Jeremi and Amy, are in for quite a surprise. I will admit that the vocal styles of the newbie's are quite a bit different from what we've come to expect from members of Avalon. However, their voices add an edgy touch to this new album, which is good, considering the album's darker tone.
This cd kicks off with the title track, "Reborn". This is an outstanding opener that will blow up right in your face. The distorted guitars and driving beat will have you humming the tune long after the track has ended. On this song, we are introduced to Jeremi's smooth vocals, which add a special touch to this song. No, he isn't Jody, but he is a fine vocalist in his own right. Greg's voice also fits this song nicely.
The second track is also an upbeat number that talks about feeling "Alive" in Christ. This is a strong track that begins with Janna's incredible voice singing the words, "I don't want to be broken anymore, living life in a million pieces. I can see my world is changing, waking me from my sleeping. I hear you calling, you're speaking my name...and I'll never be the same."
"Arise" comes next and it is, without a doubt, the strongest track on the album. Each vocalist takes center stage for a moment in this song, and we are introduced to Amy's edgy vocal style. Comparisons to Melissa are totally unfair to Amy, since their styles are completely different. She sounds good on this song and I think that she makes a good addition to the group. The song itself will encourage you with its brilliant lyrical pattern. It speaks to anyone that may be feeling guilty about their sinful past. Avalon tells you to "Arise" because "there's hope for you through the truth."
The fourth track is yet another impressive display of Amy's unique talent. Her voice is incredibly strong as she belts out the words, "I want to feel you crash into my heart. I know you're real, but we are worlds apart. God I've had enough of apathetic love. I want to feel."
"Fragile" is an opportunity for Jeremi to step forward and show what he can do, and his vocal fits this song perfectly. The lyrics express our need for the savior's love. "We are fragile we collide. We are broken deep inside. Just one answer in a world gone wrong. We are fragile, but love is strong."
On "Destined", Janna delivers an excellent performance as she tells us, "I was destined to love you." This is sure to please Avalon fans with its smooth melody and bold, Christ centered lyrics.
Okay, so the first six tracks are really, really, good. So why did I only give the album three stars? The problem begins with track number 7. "Stay" is a good song, but it just doesn't fit the mood of the album. It sounds like it belongs on a Greg Long solo album, which is one of the downsides to him being a part of the group. I liked his solo albums, but I don't purchase Avalon cd's to hear Greg's songs.
The rest of the cd is easily forgettable. While there may be some of you out there that will enjoy the last four songs, the vast majority will skip these tracks and restart the cd from the beginning.
While this is an impressive effort, Avalon should go back to the drawing board if they're looking to create that perfect album. Sorry Avalon fans, but instead of being "Reborn", you're favorite vocal group may be just experiencing false labor pains. In the end though, this cd is worth the 13$ and it will probably please old and new fans alike. Just don't pop this into your cd player and expect to hear a perfect recording.
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