Elias - Hope Is Born Again

1. Loudly

2. Faithful Forever

3. Make It Alright

4. The Whole World

5. Honestly

6. Hope Is Born Again

7. Shine Down

8. Oh What Love

9. The Love Song

10. Kingdom Come

11. Raise Our Voice

12. Benediction

Elias have released their debut album titled "Hope Is Born Again". This album shows the band having a very contemporary christian music sound. This is a pretty typical sound and style for religious artists to be singing in. These guys have a similar sound to that of an Article One, Jars Of Clay or even The Afters, so if you are into those artists, you could really like this album. They have done a pretty decent job here. 

When looking at the recording quality of this album, the album has been recorded to pretty solid level.  The sound is nice and clear, with quite a crisp recording to them. They have done a very good job here, and it shows throughout the entire album.  The instrumentation here is pretty standard and basic. With that being said, it isn't bad, it's actually quite good, but there is nothing on this album that is really going to wow you or blow you away in this aspect. These are just nice, solid, straightforward played songs. Good job overall.

Now onto the vocals and lyrics, the vocals on this album are done very well. When listening to the songs, you can tell that Elias is very talented and can really sing. He has a very clear and on point with his note. This is however the typical singing style you expect within the religious musical community. The only thing we can point out on the negative, and it isn't a big deal, is we wish it was a little more unique. Other than that, great job on the vocals. Elias Dummer's songwriting was put on display with this album. He proved he can write songs, and write them well. This is show with the song "Faithful Forever" which won a Covenant Award. He has a gift for songwriting and you can see it, with his songs about faith, and your relationship with your faith throughout the whole album.  

If you are looking for a single to this album, give the song "Faithful Forever" your attention, as it shows off Elias songwriting skills, and give you a decent look into what the rest of the album sounds like.

Elias have made a debut album that shows off the sound and style the band want to go with, and give you an insight into their music for the first time. This album is a great effort for a debut band and we are hoping to see more, and hear what this band is going to do next. We like it. Listen to this album to decide for yourself what you think about it. They have since called it quits (R.I.P.)

Genre: Contemporary/Christian/Rock

Release Date: 2008

Location: Hamilton, Ontario

Label: None

Article One - Colors And Sounds

1. Without You (I'm Not Alright)
2. Colors And Sounds
3. Searchlights
4. Never To Late To Call
5. Set To Start (Fall For Love)
6. Becoming
7. If The World Gives Up
8. Love You Tomorrow
9. Dare To Believe
10. Looking For Angels
11. Angels
12.Above All Else
13. Taken By The Storm
14. Peace 'Till We Meet Again

Article One have released their second full length album, and label debut "Colors And Sound." This album is one that really screams that contemporary christian rock like no other. They are very light happy music that seems to be the same kind of music you associate with being christian. They have a similar sound to Newsboys or Chris Tomlinsin, so if you like those artists, you could really like this album. When looking at the recording quality of this album, the album has been recorded very well here. The instrumentation is not bad, it is nothing to go crazy about, but the band can  play and they do use a violin which is a little different. Now onto the vocals and the lyrics, the vocals are very good, their singer can certainly sing and has a nice wide range. Their singer is definitely a good singer. With the lyrics, they are quite uplifting and positive. They do hit that christian side, but you can take them in a way you interpret them. if you are looking for a single to this album, give the song "Without You (I'm Not Alone)" your attention as it is the best song on the album and really gives the best feel to the album. Article One have made a really solid album here. It has a nice flow and really shows off the best of the band to date. We hope the band continues on this path, though we would like to see more of the upbeat songs. Listen to this album to decide for yourself what you think of it. They have since called it quits (R.I.P.)

Genre: Christian/Rock/Contemporary

Release Date: May 27th, 2008

Location: London, Ontario
Website: http://www.articleonemusic.com/

Label: Inpop Records

Article One - The Pharmacy EP

1. The Pharmacy (I'm Not All Right)

2. Above Else

3. Taken By The Storm

Article One have released their second album titled "The Pharmacy." This one is a three song EP that shows us what the band is working on, and the direction they are going with the new music. The have a sound that Newsboys or Downhere fans would like, so give it a shot if you like those guys. They have done a decent job on this album. When looking at the recording quality of this album, the album has a really solid sound and feel to the recording and you do notice that the band can certainly play. Now onto the vocals and lyrics, the vocals are beautiful, nice crisp and clear while being sung well. With the lyrics, they seem to have a little bit of wording issues that might bring out more of what the band is trying to say if they cleaned it up. If you are looking for a single to this album, there isn't one, so just pick a song and give it a listen to get the feel of the album, or just listen to it all, as it is only three songs. Article One have made a jump with their sound, and you can really see how they are progressing with this one. It is nice to hear a band going up and hitting a broad market with their music. These guys seem to have something here. Listen to this album to decide for yourself what you think of it.

Genre: Christian/Rock/Contemporary

Release Date: March 8th, 2008

Location: London, Ontario
Website: http://www.articleonemusic.com/

Label: None

Article One - Article One

1. Slow Down
2. Say It Again
3. In No Time At All
4. Hold Onto Me
5. Heaven Let Me Know
6. Still At A Green
7. So Many Ways To Say Goodbye
8. Walls
9. Dream October
10. Run (Shattered And Twisted)
11. Confetti Smile

Article One's debut full length album is one that really shows these violin driven pop rockers what they are all about. This album gives you more of a feel and a deeper depth into what Article One is all about. These guys have a sound that is like a Starfield or The Fray, so if you are into those artists, you could like Article One. Now looking at the recording quality of this album, this album has been recorded very well and the instrumentation is pretty decent as they play a variety of instruments that are not usually used in rock bands. Now onto the lyrics and vocals, the lyrics are very good and have a very meaningful message in them as well plus the vocals are very clear while having a nice soothing sound to them. If you are looking for a single to this album, their isn't one, but we suggest you give the song "Dream October" a listen as this is our favourite and it gives you a good idea on how the albums feel is. Article one have done a very good job on their album and it is one that really needs to be listened to if you like that softer rock. These guys are not into the mainstream, but we are hoping that they are able to do this while playing many more shows and to keep up what they are doing. Listen to this album to decide for yourself what you think of it yourself. they have since called it quits (R.I.P.)

Genre: Christian/Rock/Contemporary

Release Date: 2006

Location: London, Ontario
Website: http://www.articleonemusic.com/

Label: None

Appertain Display - Appertain Display EP

1. Dream October
2. Do You Care?
3. Love Rain On Me
4. Rescue Me
5. Some Might Say

Appertain Display have released their debut album titled "Appertain Display EP" This album gives the band a really soft light feel like something an older person would listen to or someone who is into bands like The Fray. When you first listen to this album, you see that this album has that typical feel you'd think a christian band would have, its okay, but it really has that average feel and sound to it. With the recording of this album, it seems like the vocals could have been recorded a bit better and the guitars are a bit in the background too far on a bit of this. This album has some alright lyrics, but what makes up for it all is the singer, he sure can sing. The song to listen to on this album would be "Dream October" as this has the nicest feel and just seems to be the one that would be made into a single, plus it shows off the album. All in all, this is a great start but they need to do some tweaking and  progress a little further. Good job on a first album though. Give it a listen. They have since called it quits (R.I.P.)

Genre: Christian/Rock/Contemporary

Release Date: 2003

Location: London, Ontario

Label: None