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I am always amazed at new Crabb Family recordings. I think I know what to expect, but they always seem to come up with something new and something great. This CD is no exception. There is literally something for everyone on this album. You will hear some Country Gospel, Southern Gospel, Inspirational, and some Black Gospel. This is an album with a lot of variety. It is an interesting concept, because the Crabb Family is trying to broaden their fan base by reaching a more diverse audience with the Gospel of Christ. If this CD is any indication, then they are accomplishing their goal.

The CD opens with “Promised Land”, a country sounding tune featuring Kelly. You'll even hear a touch of a mandolin in the track. It's a song of hope and encouragement. “The Shepherd's Call” is a nice ballad featuring Jason. It gives a new reflection of the ninety and nine sheep that were safe and how the Shepherd left them to find that one lost soul.

“Sacrifice Of Praise” would fit into any modern Praise and Worship service. This is one song that shows the diversity of Gerald Crabb's song writing. Adam does a nice job interpreting this song. Aaron is featured on one of my favorite songs on the CD, “My Keeper,” a thought provoking song making you think about all the times that God has saved you from perilous situations. This one has a great message. For those of you looking for some of that traditional Southern Gospel sound, “Good Day," "Walk Away” and “Rahab” will suit your fancy. “Rahab” was co-written by Gerald Crabb and Jason Crabb. You had better have a box full of Kleenex ready when Jason sings “Forever”. This one is a tie for my favorite song on the CD. Dads and daughters will both be sobbing at the end of this song, but it's a good one. This song deals with saying goodbye in a couple of different ways. “You Can't Imagine”, co-written by Gerald Crabb and Sue Smith is a beautiful ballad of thanksgiving. “He Came Looking For Me” has a real catchy swing to it. You may just catch yourself swaying as you listen to this one. Wrapping up the CD is a remake of “Through The Fire,” however when they added guest soloist Donnie McClurkin, it added even a little more fire if possible.

This CD is just what any Crabb Family fan could want and it is enough to make fans out of someone who has never heard the Crabb Family. This CD is must have and you may even want two or three to keep from fighting over who gets to listen to it.

Reader Comments

I agree with you Deon,this CD is outstanding ! I love all the songs and I feel it is one of their best ! Listening to this CD is an emotional roller coaster,you want to cry everytime Forever comes on (beautiful,sweet song) and then you feel you should jump up and leap tall buildings when Chapter 2 comes on,LOL Anything the Crabb Family does is always great but this one is EXCEPTIONAL !!!!!! Gerald Crabb is an amazing,talented man of God and it shows through the songs he writes ! God Bless,
Sabrina

I have been a fan of the Crabb Family long before most folks ever gave them the time of day. I remember the first time I ever saw them. It was January 1996 at a little Baptist church here in NC. The group consisted of Gerald and Kathy, Jason and Kellie, and that was it. They had a guy also playing drums for them at the time. They were very good then. “Ghost Stories” was their current single at the time.

I have followed them closely and have watched and listened to the evolution of their sound as they progress into what they are becoming. Each album is a step into a new direction and this new album is no different.

I still haven’t decided if I like this album or love it. I think “The Walk” was the best they had ever done. Not quite sure yet what to think of this one, but I will say it is growing on me. It takes a turn towards a more country sound, which has always been the basis for their sound, and leans a bit away from (for the most part) from the soulful turn that was abundant on “The Walk.” I was saddened to not hear any big power ballads like that were found on “The Walk.” There is no “The Cross” or “Wounded Soldier” on here.

I applaud them for trying new avenues musically. There are several songs I love to listen to over again…”Walk Away” is my personal fav, and I love to listen to “Chapter 2” which I think is a pretty cool song. I also enjoy “My Keeper”, “You Can’t Imagine”, “A Soldier on His Knees” and “The Shepherds Call.” Haven’t quite been able to ‘get into’ the song “Good Day.” But that’s just me.

As far as the cover goes, (and I can’t believe I am going here after the Booth Brothers fiasco last year! LOL!) I wish they’d have left the cowboy hat off! LOL! I know they are thinking outside the box, in which I applaud them for, but I just wish they’d have left the cowboy hat off.

I reviewed “The Walk” and gave it a 5 star rating. I would have given this one 4 ½ or 5 stars. Maybe after I live with the CD awhile, I may give a more confident 5 stars.

I LOVE the Cowboy hat!

My thoughts on the CD: GREAT. Although I still don't think they've captured their live performance in the studio. I think their live performances are 100 times better than their CDs. However, just coming out of the studio, I understand that it is hard to capture the energy of a live setting in the studio. I hope that they can soon find that energy. However, the CD did not leave me disappointed. I have been and will always be a Crabb Family fan.

Chris...I think the CD that best shows the energy of a live Crabb Family performace is their "Crabb Collection" CD. I think even when I reviewed that CD I commented on that.

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