Christian Review Magazine Issue 3 - March 2015 | Page 59

MUSIC

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REVIEW

Artist:

I AM THEY
Album:

I AM THEY
Rating:

Genre:

Worship, Folk Worship
For Fans Of:

Casting Crowns, Rend
Collective, David Crowder
Band
Label:

Essential
Reviewed by:

Leah St John
Release Date:

Out Now

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omprised of six talented
musicians, I AM THEY is an up
and-coming worship group signed
to Provident Label Group. Their self-titled
debut release presents listeners with a folk
infused worship experience.
One of the first things I noticed when I
listed to I AM THEY’s debut release is that it
is notably void of the synth and dance
beats that so many worship artists seem to
favor these day - not that that's a bad
thing.
Instead, I AM THEY have chosen to take a
more organic approach to worship, utilizing
musical elements such as acoustic guitars,
pounding percussion, strings, and keys as
the framework for their folk influenced
worship musical style.
Some tracks are more upbeat in nature,
while others offer quieter moments of
contemplative worship. The whole album
exudes an unpretentious, intimate, and

peaceful atmosphere. Additionally, you can
tell from the quality and delivery of the
songs on this album, that they are
musicians passionate about music, and
believers passionate about God.
With inspirational lyrics that unashamedly
express adoration and praise for God, this
album comes across as an honest and
down-to-earth release. The songs really do
make you want to worship, and draw closer
to God - I AM THEY's debut release truly
presents listeners with an opportunity to
have a personal worship experience.
Bearing some similarities to renowned
worship acts such as Casting Crowns, Rend
Collective, and the David Crowder Band,
but certainly not without their own merits,
I AM THEY’s self-titled debut is sure to
leave a mark on the hearts and minds of
worshippers everywhere.

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