Track Listings (12) - Disc #1| All Artists: Normals Title: Coming to Life Members Wishing: 0 Total Copies: 0 Label: Forefront Original Release Date: 6/27/2000 Release Date: 6/27/2000 Genres: Pop, Rock, Christian & Gospel Styles: Pop & Contemporary, Rock & Alternative Number of Discs: 1 SwapaCD Credits: 1 UPCs: 724382524724, 0724382524755 |
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Unlike many artists who stay stuck in the mold cast by their debut, the Normals have transcended to a new place of inspiration with their sophomore release, Coming to Life. This project has the same mix of brooding powe... more » |
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Amazon.com Unlike many artists who stay stuck in the mold cast by their debut, the Normals have transcended to a new place of inspiration with their sophomore release, Coming to Life. This project has the same mix of brooding power and gentle swell that one would find in the forces of nature, drawing admiration as well as respect. The focus of its punch is found within the subject matter, which poetically crafts a bittersweet picture of life by zeroing in on the pain and failure that accompany being human. God's ability to redeem these darkened situations is offered as the hope that always delivers. Surrounding and invading the message, the musical dynamic rises and falls without jolting you from your seat. This music sneaks up on you. Its down-to-earth quality draws out a relaxed sentiment, while its otherworldly intensity stirs up emotion that challenges even the stoic. Some of the surreal guitar work and passionate vocal flavors are clearly influenced by U2, but the Normals do not come across as a U2 wipe-up band. Mixed with their unique folk-pop styling and artistic stretch, Coming to Life has a brilliance that is both accessible and daring. --Israel Button Similarly Requested CDs
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CD ReviewsSpectacular Nathan Miller | Castleton, VT USA | 09/25/2000 (4 out of 5 stars) "In trying to find a few words or one word which sums up this amazing new album, I could only think "spectacular." This new album by the normals is gorgeous. The band has taken a more stripped approach much like jars took to accomplish "if I left...." Just by listening to the first few songs, one can quickly realize that the normals have matured and have been blessed. "Every Moment" is a U2ish anthem, replete with Osenga's passion laden vocals. From there, the cd only progresses. "Black Dress" is a sensational treatment of the human flaw of lust. "We are the beggars..." is simply put, incredible! Guitar solo included! With intelligent and wistful lyrics like "Cinderella's slipper fits us perfectly" Osenga has matured in his lyrical prowess as well. "Hillary" is a sweet little tune, short, poignant, and pretty. "Don't Hold back" is another U2 like tune. "No alibis" is the kind of ballad which other ballads are based on, poignant, beautiful, and realistic. The wonderful songs continue. "Coming to life" is as beautiful as they come. I cannot express how much this cd has impressed me. I doubted the other reviews that this cd was far superior to the first, but I know now. This is leaps and bounds from "better than this." I feel like this band gave it all to Jesus and was just magnificently blessed. This is music to dream to, music to worship to, music which is the soundtrack of our very lives. Pop it in and be assuaged." The Normals are the Great Thinkers of our age uriahtestament | Washington Court House, Ohio | 06/15/2001 (4 out of 5 stars) "I was recently reading an article from Moody Monthly Magazine that said that our time didn't have any great Christian thinkers like CS Lewis or Francis Schaffer. I agreed at first but the more I thought about I decided that many of our time's great Christian thinkers are musicians. Rich Mullins comes to mind the quickest but I think the Normals are there. Each song is a well thought reflection of who were are as God's people. Musically I felt this CD has about the same edge as their first. I still like their first CD better but I am sure this one will grow on me more and more. Lyrically check out "We are beggars at the foot of God's door," " No Alibis," and "Coming to Life." If you want a CD to get you thinking this is it." A Compelling Tapestry of Word And Sound Nathan Huth | Shiner "Bock", Texas | 03/24/2002 (5 out of 5 stars) "The Normals artfully combine modern and classic rock sounds with lyrics that tackle heavy issues with rare intelligence. "Every Moment" looks towards heaven, "We Are Beggars At The Foot Of God's Door" celebrates the grace that gets us there and the title song is the celebration of new creation. A compelling tapestry of word and sound!"
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