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BEYOND BEAUTIFUL

Brother's Keeper / Training Union Records/Ardent Records

Fan Appeal: Adults

Genre: Adult Contemporary

Since their debut in 1999, two-time Dove award nominee Brother’s Keeper seems to have been seeking a niche. While this makes them a bit difficult to categorize, it is interesting to listen for what’s coming next. Their newest release, Beyond Beautiful, is for the most part a good collection of adult contemporary sounds that could be compared to the likes of NewSong or 4Him, and I found them to be worth listening to.

My favorite tracks are “Passion,” a fairly intense, driving tune that sticks in your head all day long and “Walk with Me,” which features some of CCM’s all-time greats as voice-over guests, including Bob Carlisle, Todd Agnew, David Phelps and Russ Lee. Being involved in men’s ministry, I was immediately struck by this song because of its message of the need for accountability and encouraging each other to walk the narrow road.

Other notable songs include “Beyond Beautiful,” the first radio single off this project that hit the Top 10 on the R&R AC Indicator chart. “He Took the Scars” is a powerful piano-based message reminding us of Christ’s love for us, and “Cross of Christ” is a moving worship song (in 6/8 time and a minor key) that be an excellent fresh sound for any contemporary worship service.

Also included with the CD is a DVD that provides several video segments showing highlights of their recent mission trip to Honduras. There are several clips of the group performing in the streets and prisons.

Overall, this reviewer found the project enjoyable. Several of the songs will make it to my “frequently listened to” list. I really liked the extremely tight vocals and felt that the production of the project was top-notch. I also appreciate what these guys stand for, and their passion comes through in their performance. I would recommend this CD as one you pop in the CD player when you need a quick spiritual lift.

--Eric Jaqua

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