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Embracing the introspective side of spirituality, this collection of modern Christian pop rock is sincere and pragmatic, an intimate look at everyday challenges and their deeper meaning as it may relate to the big picture. While the songs are easily accessible, they are understated in their craft, with more going on musically than may first seem apparent. Subtle programming elements meld the lead and rhythm guitars together, forging a sound that is well produced and very warm. The vocals match the vibe well, blending harmonies that are effortless in their accompaniment. While the subject matter of the songs is decidedly spiritual, the lyrical content tends to allude to personal experience, adding a noticeably unique feel to the overall positive feel of the tracks. Well played and full of life, this album does a fine job of blending a message into some catchy, original pop rock tunes. - CD Baby
LIFE STORIES by Kate McDonald
Singer/Songwriter Brad Reynolds' debut, In The Real World, features nine original tunes and a cover of Steven Curtis Chapman's "My Redeemer is Faithful and True". With an undeniable country sound, Reynolds infuses a bit of adult contemporary pop into the delivery of his songs. His songwriting relies heavily on the art of storytelling, which although reminiscent of the sometimes cliche' country themes, is sung with a sincerity and authenticity that breathes new life into them. "The Edge" depicts a dream a man has where God walks him to the edge of a mountain and says, "Just see how far you'd have to fall/Before my love could not make it right/Ten times the highest mountain is still too small." The song "Locksmith" has Reynolds exclaiming that Jesus "made a key shaped like a cross/He set me free/Releasing all the weight and chains and pain/He is my locksmith." Although the album's production is somewhat obvious at times, the melodies are both catchy and solid. Vocally, Reynolds has earned a place among country music's finest, and his voice reflects genuine humility. While he has room to grow, this is a touching and melodic debut that country music fans will readily embrace. Check out bradreynolds.com for more info.
Rating 3.5 on scale of 1 - 5 - Salem Publishing
Discography
Released debut CD in Feb 2007 "In The Real World".
"Anyway" - #1 for 3 weeks in April on Indieheaven.com radio chart which is published weekly in CRW. Debuted at #11 on KJLY in Blue Earth, MN. Currently receiving airplay on XM Radio channel 32 and various locations, internet, indie radio, etc...
"In The Real World" single currently in rotation on Baltimore's largest Christian radio station WRBS 95.1
"One More Reason" - Received airplay on XM Radio channel 32 The Message Summer of 2006.
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Bio
The music of Brad Reynolds has been described as "acoustic-pop that takes God out of the box". Influenced by the likes of Bebo Norman, Steven Curtis Chapman, and Wes King, Brad's musical offering is a fresh mixture of thought provoking lyrics and commercially friendly melodies that offer the listener a message of hope and encouragement through Jesus Christ. In addition to recently releasing his debut independent project "In the Real World", 2007 is the 2nd straight year that Brad has been voted as a top 5 finalist for the Christian Indie Alliance's Acoustic Artist of the Year. Visit Brad at www.bradreynolds.com.
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