Sidewalk Prophets - Live Like That - Christian / Gospel - CD

2012 sophomore album from the Christian rockers. Following in the footsteps of their debut album, Live Like That (produced by Dove Award winning producer Ian Eskelin), is a powerful musical devotion that weaves together thought provoking lyrics and melodies. Each song on the record was written/co-written by Sidewalk Prophets Dave Frey and Ben McDonald. "There comes a point in our lives when we ask: what exactly is this life for? It's in those moments that I m reminded of those who have impacted my life my grandparents, parents, teachers and pastor and whether they knew it or not, I saw Christ in them, " said Dave from Sidewalk Prophets. "This album is a reflection of our journey in music and our desire to live our lives in such a way that it is rooted in a deep passion and love that knows no bounds. "

After scooping a Best New Artist prize at the Dove Awards with their 2009 major-label debut, These Simple Truths, Christian rock five-piece Sidewalk Prophets don't seem in too much of a hurry to eschew its winning formula of soaring MOR anthems and inspirational acoustic ballads, judging by its follow-up, Live Like That. The corny "Love Love Love," a repetitive Jason Mraz-esque reggae-pop number that sums up the power of love with the line "even Chuck Norris can't defeat it," suggests that's not such a bad thing. But while the Chronicles of Narnia-inspired country-tinged "It's Good (Love's Not Safe)," the highly charged worship number "Nothing's Gonna Stop Us" (one of two songs featuring a group of fans on backing vocals), and the rousing title track are all worthy of sitting alongside the likes of Train and Goo Goo Dolls on adult contemporary radio, you do wish producer Ian Eskelin (Francesca Battistelli) could perhaps have thought outside the box a little more. A string of stripped-back offerings ("Heart's on Fire," "This Is Not Goodbye") showcases Dave Frey's vocals in all their impassioned glory but lacks the inspiration the lyrics attempt to provide, while the stodgy AOR of "Save My Life" and "Keep Making Me" do little to dispel the album's predominantly unadventurous spirit. Live Like That will please those Sidewalk Prophets fans who wanted more of the same, but those hoping for a sign of progression will be left distinctly underwhelmed. ~ Jon O'Brien, Rovi

Performer	Sidewalk Prophets
Music genre	Christian / Gospel
Music subgenre	CD - CHRISTIAN
Music release type	Release
Media format	CD
Original release date	2012
Edition	Standard
Has parental advisory label	N
Number of discs	1
Series title	Sidewalk Prophets - Live Like That [COMPACT DISCS]
Track listing	Hebrews 12:1 (Prelude), Live Like That, Love, Love, Love, Save My Life, Keep Making Me, It's Good (Love's Not Safe), Help Me Find It, Heart's on Fire, Wrecking Ball, Nothing's Gonna Stop Us, For You Tonight, This Is Not Goodbye
Record label	Fervent / Spirit-Led
Target audience	General/trade
Composer	Dave Frey
Music producer	Ian Eskelin
Track name	Live Like That, Wrecking Ball, It's Good (Love's Not Safe), Heart's on Fire, Save My Life, Love Love Love, Nothing's Gonna Stop Us, This Is Not Goodbye, To Live Is Christ, Go For It, Hurt People (Love Will Heal Our Hearts), Prodigal
Music media format	CD
Is edited	N
Is enhanced	N