"I only heard a few songs from Falling from their first 2 albums. I actually first heard of them when I just purchased "Exit Lights" on a whim. It totally blew me away, and although the titles do get crazy, the lyrics do have meaning. Are these people really Christian music artists?
So what's the verdict on Captiva? It's a blend of Exit Lights and their first two albums in a way. I can't stop playing it over and over again. The guitar. The sounds. Everything. And most importantly, the lyrics. My favorite is "Good Morning Planetarium" along with "Maps" and "How They Made Cameras" as far as lyrics are concerned. The first track though really just grabs you.
The tunes do remind me of the current alternative/rock bands out there, but Falling Up is totally on a different level as those bands."
What does Captiva mean?
Holly | Music City, USA | 10/06/2007
(5 out of 5 stars)
"question: how can you make an album to top Dawn Escapes? "its not possable!" wrong. the first time I listened to Captive, I wasn't sure what to think. the second time, I loved it. its much quieter then the previous 3, but thats expected, given that there's two less members to the band. my personal favorite song is "How They Made Cameras" it sounds more like Dawn Escapes. the guitar on "Hotel Aquarium" is awsome, and the vocals on "The Dark Side of Indoor Track Meets" are INCREDIBLE. at first, I wasn't too sure about "Goodnight Gravity" as it honestly reminded me of some thing Reliant K would come out whith. but after a few listens, it grew on me. all in all, the album is full of beautiful lyrics, spot on vocals, electronic awsome-ness (complaments to Exit Lights)and melodic piano. once again Falling Up proves themselves as one of the greatest bands to ever bless the ears of the world. ever."
Falling Up on the way up.
Todd Sullivan | Mount Vernon, WA | 10/05/2007
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I was going to write this long captivating review, but I review books. This album rocks, go buy it and enjoy!!!"
They have a "Captive" audience in me & others
Derrick Jenkins | Hampton VA USA | 10/12/2007
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I already had a slight idea of what I was getting into as i've purchased both of their cds & remix album Exit Lights. But i was completely blown away by Captiva...i heard "Hotel Aquarium" on their Myspace page and i was like excellent...they are back again with a style that while familiar. Will be completely different to both old and new fans of Falling Up. But that still didnt prepare me for the whole cd with excellent track after excellent track. Falling Up not only delivers a smash hit but they do this while doing their music, their way and continue to drawn in new fans.
Highlight tracks:
Hotel Aquarium
A Guide To Marine Life
Helicopters
Mars
How They Made Cameras
Goodnight Gravity
Good Morning Planetarium
Murexa
A worthy purchase and addition to anyone's cd collection whether a fan or not. Captiva will drawn you in and make you its "captive" audience as well. Bravo!!"
Falling Up Is Still Excellent, But Sadly Not "As" Excellent
Media Lover | 12/07/2007
(4 out of 5 stars)
"Well, there was a time when Falling Up was hands down the best christian rock band to be found. They combied thought provoking lyrics with jazz fusion beats and ferocious guitars. That Falling Up, sadly, appears to be gone. Instead we are treated (and it is a treat) to a set of radio gems with very poetic lyrics and melodies that will stick in your head for days. If you're looking for a brand of Falling Up that's abandoned hard rock for punk pop this is massively entertaining release your sure to enjoy. As for me, I'll pray Falling Up brings some of their original style back, and until then enjoy TFK as the new best christian rock band.