Here, she shares her review of the new release, Heart Beats & Hot Coals:
Now, I am in no ways a musician or musical expert, but this is simply my
reflection of the impression your (and the Father's) music has made with
me.
God is not complicated and neither is this album. I'm pretty much a person of simplicity in many things, who believes that less is more. Upon listening to this album, I was instantly drawn in by its simplicity via music and lyrics.
I don't mean simple in a negative manner.
So much production
(or "doctoring") goes into albums nowadays, that it's so refreshing to
hear Pastor Shantae's (directed) approach to Heart Beats & Hot Coals.
The following is my view on some of my favorite songs from the album.
Prodigal
This track (and a few others) were instantly nostalgic for me, as the guitar reminded me of my uncle who plays.
In my opinion, this song is of course a call to those whom the Father is
reaching to, but I also feel like this is the song Heaven would play
as each Prodigal returns.. a Prodigal party, so to speak :) Simply
because of the rejoicing that takes place when each of the Father's
children returns! As I danced and sang along when I heard it, I
immediately personalized the song with my response (closer to the end of
the song)..I am Redeemed, I am Redeemed by the blood of the Lamb. A
rejoicing track indeed!
If
The purity (and again the guitar) of this song is refreshing. I believe the harmony makes the scripture being sung resonate even more than if there was no blending. An awesome worship song to lead into prayer.
The Answer
Although it's a
tough call, this song is by far my favorite! I think it no coincidence
that there were very high winds the night I first I listened to this song. This is another example of simplicity at its finest.
A very effective tool in worship, prayer and listening times with the
Father. It allowed me to press to hear what the Father is saying when I
have to write and share what He is speaking. It causes you to be still
and listen- to be expectant for an actual
answer. This is another track that would have been just as effective
without the harmonizing, however I feel it's much needed as it's
indicative of the presence of the Holy Trinity. The Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit are present and beautifully blended in this song.
Does this review resonate with you? You can pick up the project in full or the singles at www.cdbaby.com/cd/shantaecharles
