5 comments about Remedy Club Tour Edition (CD+DVD).

1. As others have said, this is a great CD+DVD set. You get a full concert DVD in 5.1, in 16x9 widescreen format and you get an audio CD of the same concert. Both CD and DVD are well produced. Bonus features include a great documentary and little slices of time with each band member showing how they play select parts... I just can't say enough positive about this set, I wish every worship pastor/record artist would put out a package like this.



2. This DVD/CD is awesome. The rearrangements for David Crowder's songs are phenomenal. I actually like the live recordings better than the studio's. Not only do you get the entire live performance in 5.1 surround sound glory, you get a documentary following the band's tour as well as instructional videos done by each individual band member for the songs.
   
   The highlights of this performance:
   
   "Neverending"- David Crowder pulls out a modified Guitar Hero Controller that is actually a fully functional musical instrument
   
   "Can You Feel it?" - A trippy techno-esque performance that was DJ'd/mixed on the spot by each band member on stage.
   
   "Foreverandever etc" - The keytar!
   
   I Saw the Light - DC*B does bluegrass gospel with banjos!
   
   
   Every song is different and each is awesome in its own way. The lyrics are really inspirational (I love "Remedy"), and seeing the worship live by the entire congregation is a much different experience than listening to the studio recordings. Even better I can take these tracks on my Zune to get through my long days at the university.
   
   Can't say good enough things about DC*B Remedy Club Tour. It's definitely a keeper. Also check out Skillet's "Comatose Comes Alive", their live performance on DVD/CD of the Comatose tour (premiers October 22nd)



3. Five Stars from the great white north!
   Having been to seven DC*B Concerts, and been able to meet with most of the band several times, we can't say enough great things about this combo set! These guys are incredible!
   Filming the Remedy Club Tour was a great idea for those of us who couldn't attend their live concerts in the big cities they toured through. We really miss being on the concert path, but not the big city life, so this was a welcome addition to our DVD collection!
   "Our God is here!
   We believe You're here
   We can feel You here
   We can see You here
   We believe You're here
   You are here
   You are here!"



4. Well, I see that David Crowder himself already chimed in with a comment on another review here. Perhaps we'll be graced with his presence on this one as well.
   
   I've been a huge DC*B fan since the time "Can You Hear Us" was first placed on Christian bookstore shelves across the country. The band has always offered something fresh compared to the rest of the current market / industry, and I applaud them for staying true to who they are and what they desire to be.
   
   The problem for me with Remedy and the Remedy Club tour is that who they are and perhaps what they're aspiring to be, just isn't my cup-of-tea anymore. This isn't their fault, I'm just not as interested in their more recent recordings and creativity as I was in their older releases. That being said, before I get into specific comments on the Remedy Club Tour recording itself, I'll state my thoughts on additional DC*B recordings.
   
   "Can You Hear Us" - I purchased this album and contacted friends and family letting them know that a new artist was on the scene and they needed to purchase this album immediately. It was absolutely fantastic!
   
   "Illuminate" - Wow. This album truly blew me away. On a scale of 1-10 I would definitely be willing to offer this album an 11. I don't believe I've heard this good of an album since Steve Taylor's "squint" - and while nothing may ever top "/Squint", the DC*B sure made the best possible effort to do so. (I'm showing my age by speaking of Steve Taylor, I'm sure.)
   
   "Sunsets and Sushi" - new recordings from Illuminate...sign me up!
   
   "A Collision" - This is different. I like it, sort of. It's certainly creative and I like that the band decided to be a little more artistic and stretch themselves and the listeners a bit. I'll be sure to tell family and friends what songs they'll like.
   
   "B Collision" - more of the same...I'll purchase it. But was it worth the cost?
   
   "Remedy" - Well, we're back to recording an album of songs and not 4 different parts to a bigger story. It's OK, I guess. Too bad it's only got 6 tracks on it that that are new original songs as "The Glory of It All", "Everything Glorious", "O For A Thousand Tongues", and "Rain Down" have all been done before. (minus "O For a Thousand Tongues" by the DC*B...but it's been done.)
   
   "Remedy Club Tour" - Man, with so much great stuff the DC*B has put out there over the past 6 years, I'm limited to hearing mainly the tracks from "Remedy" and "A Collision". How sad.
   
   My thoughts:
   
   I'm Trying To Make You Sing (A Collision) - This is a great opener for the album. I cannot commend the DC*B enough for beginning the recording with this track. Superb choice!
   
   The Glory of It All (Remedy) - Another great track and recording. I may enjoy the "God of Our City" a little more, but the keyboard part is played correctly on this one. That's a plus.
   
   Can You Feel It? (Remedy) - Don't get me wrong, this is a great track, and I'm glad it's on the album. However, it's got a very similar feel to "Do No t Move" which is far-better in my opinion. Still, I'm glad to have this live recording of it.
   
   Everything Glorious (Remedy) - A good track, and it needed to be on here.
   
   ...Neverending... (Remedy) - No offense, but I've never really liked this song. It sounds a little too much like summer camp and doesn't go with other things the band has written. Hearing it live doesn't help.
   
   Here is Our King (A Collision) - Yes, this one also needed to be included. Glad to have it on one pure DC*B live recording and not mixed in with all the other Passion artists. A great song!
   
   You Are My Joy (A Collision) - this track is decent, but certainly not one of my favorites. Having it on the original album and a Passion recording was enough for me.
   
   We Won't Be Quiet (Remedy) - very much like "We Win" from A Collision. Nothing new under the sun with this one...and having it live is OK, but it certainly isn't a standout on the album. Again, I feel like I should be at summer camp.
   
   Foreverandever Etc (A Collsion) - It's OK...but A Collision certainly had some better choices than this one.
   
   A Beautiful Collision (A Collision) - finally, this is one of the best tracks...now we're getting somewhere again.
   
   Never Let Go (Remedy) - I love this song. I really do.
   
   Remedy (Remedy) - The lyrics of this song are spectacular. I'm never one to criticize DC's lyrics. He's a poet, that's for sure. I love to hear an acoustic re-rendered version of this one.
   
   I Saw the Light (A Collision) - Didn't we already get this on the original album and on B Collision? I'm sure this song is a blast to play live and a blast to participate in live. But hearing it on a recording does very little for the vibe that likely happens in a live setting. DC*B -- Please let this one die...
   
   No One Like You (Illuminate) - Wow - they actually decided to put a track from Illuminate on here. Yes, it needed to be included, but why, why, why only two tracks from the best album? It's just sad.
   
   O Praise Him (Illuminate) - Well, this HAD to make the recording. Still, absolutely nothing from "Can You Hear Us" and only these two tracks from "Illuminate". Oh well... at least I've got those albums on hand.
   
   Surely We Can Change (Remedy) - a good track to end with. Our team has done this one live a couple of times with some wonderful multi-media background images to go along with it. A tear-jerker when done well.
   
   Overall pros:
   It's a decent effort from one of the most brilliant lyricists of our time and the DC*B as a whole. I love these guys...I really do. I'll give it 3.5 stars (7 of 10). I rounded it down to help out the amazon 'curve'.
   
   Cons:
   The acoustic feel and flare that was once a staple of the DC*B with some nice melodic electric guitar blends and riffs has died and everything now focuses more on the electric / rocking side of things. This works well for tracks like "No One Like You" but hearing an entire album without any beautiful acoustic guitar work saddens me. I'd love to hear some recordings like the demo of "Heaven Came Down", "Obsession", and many others played live. Throwing in tracks like "Coming Toward" as an intro to something else would be nice, too.
   
   As another person already posted, including the chords on the DVD to have them available while playing is a joke. I applaud the effort, but I agree, when somebody sees that lyrics / chords are included, they expect to see a PDF file they can print out and play along with. I love that the Vineyard "Dwell" album had both the downloadable file and a DVD to watch the artists play along. (This isn't a knock on the DC*B themselves, just the industry as a whole for thinking this is what people really want. Six Step Records should know better. If you want people to purchase the CD and not just download the tracks from itunes, amazon, or heaven-forbid -- the Zune Marketplace, you'd better give them what they want.)
   
   What I'd love to have:
   The DC*B has enough stuff to put out a 2+ hour 2-CD set incorporating old and new recordings into one solid concert. While I appreciate that this was the "Remedy Club Tour" and therefore many tracks from Remedy had to be incorporated, I'd love to hear some throwbacks and have a longer concert to experience. Additionally, mixing the tracks so that one can actually hear DC's acoustic guitar being played would definitely be beneficial. It's sad that a great-sounding musician with great-sounding gear often isn't heard on a recording such as this.



5. This CD/DVD combo has tons of good stuff for the price of a regular CD. These are some of my favorite features:
   
   -the whole concert in 5.1 surround
   -the set list for this show is a great combination of songs from their last few CDs.
   -the behind the scenes and "learn the songs" features are awesome for any musician. They all go into extraordinary detail on their setups, right down to walking through each pedal on their pedalboards! (for the guitarists). It's also great to find out about the more unusual instruments they have going on (i.e., toy robot, guitar hero controller, keytar, toy piano, etc.). Even for non-musicians, it gives you a great insight and appreciation for the music they make.
   
   All of this is in addition to the fact that this band is wonderfully innovative and has a great sound on top of deep, meaningful, lyrical content. If you like DCB, you'll love them after this DVD. If you've never heard em, this is a great intro and you'll be left wanting more.

5 comments about Action Bible Songs.

1. My children spent hours listening, singing and doing the actions to this CD. Great choice as a motivator for kids to learn the songs. Catchy tunes and fun too ..even adaults will find the CD fun too..
   I recommend this CD..



2. I am so happy with this product. Action Bible Songs One day I was trying to find songs that I could teach to my daughter that had motions and I stumbled upon this one. The moment I started playing the songs, I was completely surprised when my daughter (almost 2), started singing with them! This happens to be the cd they use at her Sunday School Class, or Children's Ministry. She lights up every time we play the cd and sing along! It's wonderful to have the same thing from church to play at home...and for a great price!



3. I gave these CDs to our moms groups and they love it.
   The music is fun and the preschoolers learn songs from the bible.



4. This is a really nice, positive, energetic CD. When my 9 month old get's cranky in the car I pop this CD in and it appears to calm him. My 4 year old nephew loves to sing along. Great buy for the money!



5. My Grandchildren love this CD we listen to it most of the time in the car. They know all the words and each have their favorite songs.

5 comments about Peace in the Valley: The Complete Gospel Recordings.

1. Elvis is great ,evey song was very inspirational, i am real pleased with this cd.



2. There are 3 disks in this "complete gospel" album. While some are wonderful, many are poor as they were only "jamming" sessions and outside of Elvis' vocal range. I'm glad I didn't buy the recording and pay full price.



3. My grandfather likes it very much. He just transitioned to cds with his new truck.



4. This is Elvis at his best with the music he loved. With each song, you feel the emotion he sang with. This 3 cd set is the best. I highly recommend it, and to even to those who have never followed his music will feel his love.



5. Singing Gospel Music. It's what Elvis loved the most, and what he did better than any mortal who ever lived on this earth. This incredible 3 CD set has every Gospel song ever done by the King - The 1 EP, three LPs, live performances, rehearsals, jam sessions. No one could do Gospel Music better than Mr. Presley & of all the various genres (rock, country, ballads, blues, etc.) Gospel was what he loved the best. I could listen to this music around the clock & it would never get old. Whether atheist or Bible Believer - YOU NEED THIS MUSIC - you'll never be the same. Thank you Elvis!!

5 comments about All That Is Within Me.

1. I can't review this product because I have not received it and it is now a month after I ordered it, and my credit card has been charged.



2. There is not enough that I can say about this album. I got this album from Amazon way back in December of 2007 and I love it! Sanctified,Alright, All That Is Within Me, Goodbye Ordinary, you name it! Not one song I can't recommend. Mercy me has taken a while to grow on me as I started out with one of their most controversial/mixed review albums...Coming Up To Breathe. You know, I didn't even know until recently that this Bart Millard wrote " I can only Imagine!" I wasn't really into contemporary christian music when I checked out Coming Up To Breathe and almost turned away from it. But as I listened to it more often and made a bold move and purchased other albums of theirs, I started realizing more of the passion for Christ that this band has and that they're great songwriters. True God-given talent. Rock on with more great music, mercy me! This is a definite winner! You reign is also a great song. God With Us is by far the best song on this album and maybe the best song in Contemporary Christian Music! Its no wonder KLOVE played this song so much. So much truth in it!



3. This CD was delivered promptly and very reasonably priced, would recommend to anyone who buys CD!!



4. Well I gave this album a good listen and it has a few songs that are really good. The best song in my opinion is "God With Us" it is awesome, however, this album does not have enough rock feel to it like the coming up to breathe album had, I miss the heavy electric guitar like in the awesome mini solo near the end of "Something About You" on the previous album I loved that and they need more of that in their songs. Also, I dont like the sound like its an orchestra at the beginning of some songs.
   
   Overall it was a decent album, but apart from a few songs the album just seemed thrown together and it didnt seem like the group put as much effort into these songs.



5. When I hear a song by an artist or group and like it, I tell myself that there's a good chance I'll like more from this person or group. After hearing "God With Us" a number of times I thought I would download this album, knowing I've liked these guys before. After listening one or two times to the entire thing, it became quickly one of my favorite Christian set of songs I've ever experienced (I say this not as a seasoned music critic, just a guy who loves good songs). Literally I love every song here! I can't say that with all the albums I have, who can? From "God With Us" reminding us down here that there's One closer than the air in our lungs to "Almost Home" giving us a glimpse into the future when tears are wiped away at the site of the King and reunited with those we love to "You Reign" telling us through it all Jesus sits on His throne, these songs give life to the walk we call the human journey with others and our Companion. May they continue to be inspired and spread the incredibly Good News of Jesus, His coming and our hope.

5 comments about Greatest Hits.

1. i love this cd if you even think you know one song of theres listen to the samples you'll be surprized cuz i thought i only knew a few songs and it turns out that i knew all of them lol and in one of the songs you hear larry's vocie 0_o kinda weird but funny! if you love god and chirstin music then this is a MUST BUY!



2. Buying this CD was a no-brainer. Not only do you get the BEST of the Newsboys, but you get their latest song, Stay Strong. It really doesn't get much better than that!



3. I love this CD. The music is energetic and upbeat. There is not even one song on it that I don't like. It's the best!



4. Love their old stuff, love their new stuff and can't wait for the next cd to come out. They are fantastic.



5. I've been enjoying this album greatly. It's nice to find a Christian group that actually has musical talent and originality, and the creativity to sing praises without being cliche and using the same tired old lines of empty, repetitious glory. Throw in a sense of humor, and this may just be the best album I've ever owned.

3 comments about This Is Our God.

1. I was surprised to see that Amazon still had this product for sale. I own the CD and LOVE it! I have yet to see the DVD and I recently found out that it will be awhile before that will happen as the DVD has been pulled from the stores. The following is a direct quote from the Hillsong Australia music website regarding the DVD:
   
   "It was recently brought to our attention that Michael Guglielmucci's illness is not what we have been led to believe. Michael has confirmed that he is not suffering with a terminal illness and is seeking professional help in Adelaide with the support of his family. This news has come as a great shock to everyone including, it seems, his own wife and family.
   
   We were obviously shocked at Michael Guglielmucci's confession that he does not have a life-threatening illness. Because of the visual nature of the DVD, we are removing all footage of Michael and are planning to replace current stock with the re-mastered DVD shortly. With regard to the CD, we are working with our distributors and retailers to assess what further action is required."
   
   
   Please be in prayer for Michael, his family and our brothers and sisters at Hillsong.



2. What can I say... I absolutely love Hillsong's music and style of worship, so I just had to add this album to my Gospel/Christian Music arsenal. There are a variety of tracks and I'm sure you'll love them all.
   
   This album is the total package and what I've been waiting for for a while now. If you love to worship, if you love to Praise God, this is the Album for you.
   
   Also if you want to get the full effect of each performance, Get the DVD. Note: Some parts from the DVD are NOT on the CD. When you get it, you'll see exactly what I'm talking about. Watch it alone, watch it with friends, just WATCH IT! Truly inspiring and amazing to see so many people (young people) praising our God.
   
   - Tennyson-ALdanE



3. I bought this through the Hillsong website as I can never wait until the US release. This did not disappoint. The glory of God was shining through these great worship leaders. Not a bad song in the bunch. My favorite was "Healer." Hopefully the US version will include the documentary on it, because that told an amazing story.
   
   If you are a Hillsong fan, you will not be disappointed in the purchase of either the DVD or the CD.

5 comments about Almost There.

1. I was going through some tough decisions in my life and a friend lent me her copy of this album. I was hooked the first listen. I had to get my own copy after returning hers.
   
   It's a great deal on Amazon too. It's a BUY.



2. Music to make you feel really close to the Lord! Worship the Lord while singing!



3. ONE OF THE BEST ARTIST OF THE DECADE. UPLIFTING & INSPIRING, HEART LEFT & SOUL RENDERING. A TRUE ASSET TO CHRISTIAN MUSIC. THE BEST WORSHIP & PRAISE ALBUM OF ALL TIME!!!!



4. A wonderful first cd for this group. There isn't one song on this cd that doesn't speak the truth about God.



5. I liked this CD. It has several good songs, and I really
   like "I Worship You", "Here Am I", "House of God", and "Call to Worship".

5 comments about Down in New Orleans.

1. I purchased this without hearing first based on a review in The Absolute Sound magazine. I do not like it at all. I know the Blind Boys have recorded some nice stuff in the past so I took a chance with this. This is not my taste at all.



2. Had to give a shoutout to the great cover art, which looks like a weathered sign, and matches the rugged red clay harmonies on the record. Backed by the best musicians you'll hear anywhere (as a keyboard player, I would sell my soul to the devil for Allen Toussaint's skills), the Blind Boys deliver a powerful gospel record. I had initially feared that the record would consist of overly-familiar songs and arrangements, but everything here sounds fresh, even "Down by the Riverside." Their version of Toussaint's "Make a better world" is a highlight.



3. Formed 70 years ago with only Jimmy Carter remaining from the original group, these guys continue to provide joyfull uplifting music. This Soul/Gospel/Jazz influenced collection is helped along by being recorded in The Big Easy with assistance from Allen Toussaint,Hot 8 Brass Band ,the Preservation Hall Jazz Band and a hot rhythm section.
   Any one who enjoys good music will enjoy this recording.



4. As a Blind Boys fan, it's not surprising that I enjoy this CD but having their vocals combined with New Orleans-style music makes this special. I highly recommend this.



5. This HAS to be The Blind Boys of Alabama's best work yet! The album is full of amazing talent, including the Hot 8 Brass Band, The Preservation Hall Jazz Band and even Allen Toussaint. My favorite song is "Free At Last," which I just saw them do on Conan O'Brien last week. If you're looking for a Blind Boys' record to buy this is the one - you won't be disappointed, I highly recommend it.

3 comments about Ordinary Dreamers.

1. Who cares who they sound like. These guys are talented and it shows with their voices, in their lyrics and in their beats. Ordinary Dreamers is fun. I particularly enjoy "Our Time", "Tonight", "iContact", "Live Out Loud" and "Living The Life". The album does feel like a mix of awesome singles and doesn't flow like a regular album, but there's nothing really to complain about seeing that all the songs are really good. I recommend it.



2. A very bad Black-eyed peas rip-off. Don't buy, you will wish you had your money back.



3. WOW!!!!! these artists are very talented, this is a very different sound from G1C, still though it is a very solid album for a sophomore, the beats are very diverse, there's soul, electronic, pop and more. In conclusion i would say that they moved from a Black eyed peas sound to a more Motown and Fugee sound, you wont regret your purchase, this is a WONDERFUL ALBUM, it leaves me begging for more.

5 comments about The Shadow of Your Wings: Hymns and Sacred Songs.

1. "Grace and Peace" and "All Flesh Is Like the Grass" are two of my favorite Christian pop tunes. I might get a little tired sometimes of the olde English thees and thous (he sings a good number of the old hymns), but Ortega's combination of mellow piano and smooth voice are really good.



2. This CD is my absolute favorite of all of Fernando's work. It is infused with God's presence and peace. As I went through a year of watching my son undergo cancer treatment, this CD was my constant companion. Truly worshipful.



3. I just received this for my birthday today. I listened to it on the way to church and at first listen wasn't too excited, but at second listen I fell in love with it. I belong to a very litugical church and this album makes me feel like I am in church. It is a very singable album.
   I love it!



4. Grace and peace to you from God our Father. A loving reminder of God's compassion. Most of the songs are reflective and meditative, a few are not and disrupt the flow . . . but otherwise a great album. So 4 instead of 5 stars. Still very much worth it if you're a Fernando Ortega fan (or even if you're not). If you like loud Contemporary Christian rock music, don't get this, you'll be disappointed. If you like intelligent lyrics, music that draws you to God, and sets a peaceful mood, you'll be pleased.



5. Listening to this album early in the morning helps my entire family have a worshipful attitude throughout the day. We love the mixture of scripture songs and classic hymns. God's Word is powerful, especially when put to music!