Perrys - Come Thirsty, CD Review

Jul

2006

Perrys - Come Thirsty

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Producer: Wayne Haun
Label: Daywind
Website: http://www.perrysministries.com

I first heard the Perrys on radio back in the mid and late 1980s with such songs as "Dig a Little Deeper", "Get Involved", "There Has Never Been", "We Shall Reign" and "I Remember the Day". Each song drew me more and more into what they were doing and before long, I was a big, big fan. Since the restructure a few years ago, they have really molded into one of the most solid, vocally exciting mixed groups to ever grace a stage. "Come Thirsty" really showcases some stellar vocals, as well as some really cool music tracks. Though there are some big orchestral tracks, they are not overdone, and really compliment what the Perrys are doing vocally.

The big band feel of the fun infested tune, "UNTIL THE LAST ONE IS HOME", penned by songwriting duo Wayne Haun and Joel Lindsey starts things off on the right foot and leads right into the Kyla Rowland penned, "STILL THRILLED". Featuring Libby (Still Amazed, Still Blessed and now Still Thrilled) Stuffle and a strong "Goodman" sound, this is one of the highlights of the recording, as is another "Goodman" sounding tune, "A DAY THAT NEVER ENDS", which was written by Gerald Crabb.

Penned by Kyla Rowland (where does she find these great songs?), "HE WILL HIDE ME" is the big power ballad for this recording, and will no doubt land the Perrys a #1 song this year. Powerful performances filled with conviction and a huge orchestral track makes this possibly one of their most memorable performances in their career. Libby then takes the lead on another powerful tune titled, "WALK AWAY FREE".

Penned by songwriting team Joseph Habadenk and Matthew Holt, "WHEN JESUS PRAYS", features an excellent performance by Joseph and is one of the strongest tunes on this recording, while the title song, "COME THIRSTY", which features Tracy, seems to be the weakest. (Which is no reflection at all on Tracy).

The pace finally kicks back into high gear with yet another Rowland tune, "THEY SANG A HYMN" and I would strongly consider this as a possible radio song, which features a smokin' music track as well. Featuring Loren (who is arguably the best lead singer out there today) and a strong orchestral track, the medium tempo "WHY TROUBLE THE MASTER?", written by Jeff Steele and Daryl Williams, is a unique song offering hope in a God who hears our cries and answers our pleas.

If the highly energetic, "HE FORGOT", is any indication of the stuff songwriting duo Habadenk & Holt will come out with in the future, then they need to stick together and patent their names because these guys will be a force to be reckoned with. The Perrys have a great songwriting team within the group and this should bode very well for them in the future.

Libby closes out the recording with a song that is completely her own. Though slightly different for the Perrys, the thought provoking "I WANNA BE MARY FOR AWHILE" worked extremely well for Libby and she does a remarkable job getting the message across; a message that a lot of men, not just women, could tuck in their spirits as well.

Quite honestly, I believe this is the best recording the Perrys have done since their vocal restructure a few years ago, and it definitely raises the bar for them. The music tracks and vocals are superb and the song selection is outstanding as well. They stick with what has worked for them and they use the songwriters and types of songs that fit them, but they still manage to stretch themselves. Also, I must add that I love the concept for the cover. I love me some good old-fashioned sweet ice tea, and I love me some Perrys! So if you're thirsty for some great Southern Gospel Music, look no further than right here!

Personal Favs: STILL THRILLED; A DAY THAT NEVER ENDS; HE WILL HIDE ME; WALK AWAY FREE; THEY SANG A HYMN; HE FORGOT; I WANNA BE MARY FOR A WHILE

Reader Comments

i won't say anything that someone hasn't already said but. This album does nothing but show their strengths and best qualities. Have you SEEN how Loren just stands there and not even shrug his shoulders when he belts out near the end, "..AND HE WILL HIDE ME.." You can't beat that with a stick. Alot of people have accused this of being warmed over but (at the risk of adding another food reference)it's just like soup beans, they ain't getting good till you have the same pot over and over again. This the cream of the crop that believe what they sing and live it.....find that in mainstream and you've found something special. i know i'm still thrilled!

Commented by On 07/27/2006

Ok, so I'm a little late on this review. Let's just say that I splurged on a lot of new CDs within the past month.

I am 20 and still really like the Perrys. Honestly though, I can go from one end of the extreme that is considered Southern Gospel music all the way to the other. What some may consider progressive or "contemporary," I like. Plus, I do like hearing some of the songs that are not as much so.

"He Forgot" is a song that I was not able to get out of my head when I first heard it. Love it! Other favorites were "When Jesus Prays" and "He Will Hide Me."

Commented by On 10/11/2006

This CD is outstanding there is sooooo much good in this CD. I love it! The Perrys are my absolute favorite group ever! This Cd and Remebering the Happy Goodmans I think are the best CD's they have ever made.

Keep up the Good Work Everyone!

Commented by On 02/26/2007

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