Album Description
Amid nearly 4.5 million career album sales, numerous awards and consistent chart topping radio success in an unprecedented six year span, Casting Crowns’ lead singer and songwriter Mark Hall has never strayed from the group’s main purpose:’Present disciple-ship through music’. The result with each new song collection is a fresh, relevant perspective on our life journey. It’s this unwavering pursuit that has inspired Casting Crowns’ latest release,Until the Whole World… More >>
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Let me start by saying I loved Casting Crowns’ previous CDs. But, this one lacks some oomph. It doesn’t have the same energy of the others. The title song “Until the Whole World Hears” is the best & there are a few other good ones too. But, most of the songs are slow-paced & don’t have the same feel/sound that their albums have. I’ve only listened to it once through, so maybe my opinion will change more in favor of it. The lyrics are good, more of a praise album than the others.
Rating: 3 / 5
There’s no question Casting Crowns and their music are faithful and Christ centered and that their music reflects that. As songwriters, volcalists and musicians they are at the top of the contemporary Christian music genre. So why did I describe this as not quite as satisfying as previous efforts?
Well, every group has some signature or hallmark that people identify with. Chris Tomlin – worship leader; Toby Mac – hip hop; Matthew West – real life;, etc. To me, Casting Crowns sung bodly in both word and music. Unvarnished truth with a beat. Upon hearing “storm hells rusty gate”, “stop asking Oprah what to do”, “ear pleasing candy man…a prophet in an Armani suit”, “what if his people prayed” you want to jump out of your seat and yell “YES!” – finally, someone willing to boldly proclaim the Gospel (in word and music) regardless of the convential wisdom.
This album takes a step back from that. The music is lower key and the lyrics are more subdued – in a worshipful way. That is not to say it isn’t as good, it’s just different in a way that might disappoint those who liked the “get after it” attitude of The Altar and the Door.
Rating: 3 / 5
Just received the new CD. This could very well be the best yet from Casting Crowns. It is deep, wide, and joyful.
Rating: 5 / 5
Once again, Casting Crown has moved me with their music. The melodies grab my attention to listen to the inspirational messages.
Rating: 4 / 5
I spend a lot of time in my car and have been waiting, not very patiently, for this release. Casting Crowns can bring me into the presence of the Lord like no other group. The lyrics speak with such reverence. Their music is just my style. I am so blessed by this CD. It will be worn out no doubt. I might as well order a back up now.
Rating: 5 / 5